Day: June 28, 2019

European Innovation Council – European Commission appoints top innovation leaders to guide the European Innovation Council

Europe needs to capitalise on its science and start-ups to compete in global markets increasingly defined by new technologies. That is why the European Commission is introducing a European Innovation Council (EIC) to turn science into new business and accelerate the scale-up of innovative companies. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Population-scale DNA test paves way to personalised medicine

Estonian citizens could become significantly healthier following the launch of a pioneering nationwide DNA testing programme. The aim is to provide tailored treatment, preventive care and lifestyle advice, building on the work of an EU-funded project that is making personalised medicine effective and affordable for all. Powered by WPeMatico

First operations to support microfinance in Romania under EaSI

Thanks to financial support under the Capacity Building Investments Window of EaSI (Programme for Employment and Social Innovation), two microfinance institutions in Romania will have more capacity to provide microloans to small businesses. Powered by WPeMatico

Call for expressions of interest: EaSI technical assistance for microfinance

The European Commission is seeking expressions of interest from microfinance institutions wishing to improve their operations, performance and governance with a view to boosting their institutional capacity. Powered by WPeMatico