Day: June 9, 2018

Research Headlines – A faster way to spot the tell-tale signs of cancer-causing drugs

An EU- and industry-funded project has identified potential biomarkers that could indicate how likely a drug is to cause cancer at an earlier stage of testing than is currently possible, which could save drug companies time and money – and lead to safer drugs reaching patients faster. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Breakthrough paves way for better plastics recycling

EU-funded researchers are working on an industrial-grade pilot plant to demonstrate a new way to break down common plastics for recycling. This pioneering process using microwave technology could contribute to Europe’s efforts to curb plastic waste. Powered by WPeMatico

List of Participants Updated: Capacity Building / Technical Assistance 2017

The list of participants in the Capacity Building / Technical Assistance 2017 initiative has been updated. You can find the updated list on the beneficiaries page here. Powered by WPeMatico

New Eurydice Report: Recommended Annual Instruction Time in Full-time Compulsory Education in Europe – 2017/18

Did you know that the amount of instruction time allocated to a discipline can help to raise students’ interest in a subject and that, as a consequence, their performance may also improve? Not only the quality of instruction but also the time available for learning can have a positive effect