Reforming and enhancing the European R&I system

The Researchers' skills report, together with the Report on research assessment and the Report on good practices from European University Alliances Projects (pilot II) are the latest publications of the Research Executive Agency. Read more on how EU-funded projects help policymaking!

The Horizon Europe ERA call 2024 (HORIZON-WIDERA-2024-ERA-01) closed on 12 March 2024, receiving 93 proposals with a budget request of €135 million. Evaluations are underway, and grant agreements for successful projects are expected to be signed by November 2024.

Every year in April we celebrate Citizen Science Month. Citizens can play an important role in science; they get involved in decision making processes, help gather first-hand information in the fields of climate, health, social inclusion, energy, and plenty more. Discover citizen science projects funded by the ERA programme and get involved in science!

During the info day, European Commission speakers and stakeholder organisations will discuss the upcoming European Research Area (ERA) call HORIZON-WIDERA-2024-ERA-02, set to open on 15 May 2024. Join the info day online to learn more about the budget, timeline, and available topics!

The European Citizen Science (ECS) project, funded under Horizon Europe, is organising a platform launch event designed to benefit the citizen science community and a cluster event on data practices, services and infrastructures in citizen science on 24 and 25 April 2024. Register and join these interesting events online!

The WCRI is the primary global conference on Research Integrity and Responsible Conduct of Research. Seven conferences have been held since 2007, the latest in South Africa in 2022. Greece will host the 8th WCRI in Athens, with numerous ERA projects showcasing their results in ethics and integrity. Have a look at the rich programme!

The pan-European science event is organised every two years in a different city, highlighting European research and mutual learning. Established in 2004, the conference unites researchers, policymakers, and science enthusiasts. The upcoming edition will be held in Katowice, Poland. Stay tuned for the soon to be released programme and registration opening.

The publication highlights nine EU-funded projects that provide tools and methods to connect schools with their communities. This initiative seeks to change the education system into an open learning environment, equipping students with skills for day-to-day life and future advancements.

Contribute to the development of the Horizon Europe work programme 2025 by filling in one or more surveys, depending on your field of interest. The feedback opportunity is open for 3 weeks from 15 April and closes on 6 May 2024 midday CET.

Explore our new guidance pack featuring two tips and tricks videos for effective communication, an interview with EU-funded projects about maximizing social media impact, and a leaflet outlining the distinctions between communication, dissemination, and exploitation.