News

Dreaming of creating the semiconductor chip of the future? Now you can get free access to more than 100 sets of equipment and technologies for your research. The EU project INFRACHIP just launched a showroom offering access to equipment and technologies that can ensure the sustainable development of semiconductor chips. Aimed at boosting innovation and prototype development, the EU-funded showroom is an effort to overcome high costs and allow access to state-of-the-art technologies. Apply now to get access.

To provide continuous support to Ukrainian research, the Commission has tripled the initial budget of the EURIZON Fellowship Programme to €4.5 million under Horizon Europe. The Programme is expected to have significant positive impacts on the work of Ukrainian researchers, including the opportunity to restart their projects, conduct cutting-edge research, establish stable contact with international partners, and broaden research dissemination.

When applying for funding, consider that: 1. In Horizon Europe, gender balance is a ranking criterion for proposals with an equal score; 2. Gender Equality Plans (GEP) are an eligibility criterion for public bodies, research and higher education institutions; 3. Gender dimension in research is a mandatory requirement in all research and innovation projects, unless a topic explicitly specifies otherwise.

What is the difference between Open Access and Open Science? How can you comply with Open Science practices? We have compiled a list of Q&A to guide you when applying for EU funding or help you implement open science in your project. Make sure to check it out before submitting your proposal.

We have prepared a guide to help you avoid the most common mistakes when applying for funding, such as: confusing terms, output and impact, overwriting beyond the page limit or forgetting Human Resources protocols and the gender dimension in research. Apply the tools the European Commission offers and bring your proposal closer to success!

Two new Research Infrastructures calls for proposals are open. Horizon Europe makes available €5 million to support research and innovation ideas on assessing the state of Research Infrastructures in Ukraine, and Future Engagement Model for the European Open Science Cloud Federation. Deadline to apply is 19 September.

Launched on XX July 2024, the platform offers an engaging way to explore the EU’s promotion of agricultural products through campaigns and events. It is a unique tool showcasing ‘Enjoy, it’s from Europe’ initiatives implemented by EU grants beneficiaries and the European Commission.

Researchers of the EU-funded METICOS project aim to advance the uptake and acceptance of no gate security solutions, by better understanding how users feel about smart border technologies. Check out the new CORDIS article on the project to learn how METICOS revolutionises customs and immigration.

Have you missed the Horizon Europe - Civil Security for Society Info Day on 12 & 13 June? Don’t worry, the event recording is available now!

Do you want to find out more on the security research activities we support? Check out our interview with Christian Rigal from VIASAT ANTENNA SYSTEMS SA, one of the participants in the EU-funded ASSISTANCE Project, focussing on emergency first-responders.

Over €190 million are available to fund new research proposals under the Horizon Europe - Civil Security for Society call. Does your research fight terrorism, enhance cybersecurity or contribute to creating a disaster-resilient society? Apply now!

On May 8, the Skills Horizon Webinar brought together over ten Horizon skills-related projects as a follow-up to the European Year of Skills. If you missed the event, don't worry. The recording is now available!

TransEuroWorkS studies the future of work and social protection in Europe. Check out the project’s new working papers which offer valuable insight on the combined effects of gender, automation and the digital labour market, as well as on the migrants’ positive impact on European economies.

Horizon Europe is funding groundbreaking projects that are transforming the music industry. From studying medieval music to creating a global music database. Get your dancing shoes on and explore how the world of research and music collide.

Post-truth politics centres around the "changing status of truth in political discourse". The RECLAIM project is researching the phenomenon and its impacts on our society. To better understand how post-truth politics is challenging our democracy, we spoke to the project coordinator, Dr. Maximilian Conrad - a professor in European Integration at the University of Iceland’s Faculty of Political Science. Read the full interview to learn about new challenges to political dialogue and how to tackle fake news online!

The ‘Science for Democracy’ campaign aims to explore the diverse ways in which EU-funded research fosters citizen participation. Several Horizon Europe-Cluster 2 projects support the campaign, addressing various forms of citizen engagement, such as tackling inequalities and exploring the role of digital media.

€48 million are available under Horizon Europe to support digital infrastructure that will connect cultural heritage institutions and professionals across the EU. The European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage call will develop specific digital collaborative tools for the sector while removing barriers for smaller and remote institutions. Discover the call timeline and topics and apply by 22 January 2025!

An EU CORDIS Results Pack features eight EU-funded projects addressing complex ethical questions raised by new technologies and societal impacts. These projects aim to enhance research governance, promote ethics-by-design, and develop frameworks to safeguard integrity. They also emphasise the need for global dialogue and equitable partnerships. The Results Pack highlights the importance of ethical research to maintain public trust and excellence in scientific advancements.

Research has the power to strengthen democratic values. In the lead-up to the European Elections, the European Research Executive Agency launched a ‘Science for Democracy’ campaign, which aims to explore the multifaceted ways EU-funded projects such as COALESCE, CROPS and ScienceUS nurture various citizen participation. The campaign also features a beneficiary of Horizon Europe who is researching disinformation and post-truth politics.

The Gender Equality Champions acknowledge outstanding results achieved by academic and research institutions in gender equality. This year’s winners were announced on 15 May. The Centre national de la recherche scientifique (France) and the Universitat Rovira i Virgili (Spain) are the new Sustainable Gender Equality Champions, while the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (Ireland) becomes the Newcomer Gender Equality Champion.