Year: 2019

Research Headlines – Bioactive scaffold regenerates arteries from within

EU-funded biotechnology researchers have developed a novel treatment for atherosclerosis, the narrowing and hardening of arteries that is the leading underlying cause of death and disability in Europe. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Getting ready for the 5G ‘revolution’

The introduction of 5G networks looks set to revolutionise mobile communications and will play a major role in building a connected Europe. EU-funded research is developing a new generation of wireless infrastructure to ensure that people, business and industry can make the most of this technological advance. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Protect minor cereals – they may return the favour

Can you name three types of grain? Einkorn, emmer and spelt, and even oats or rye may not be the first that spring to mind. And yet, rekindling the interest in these traditional crops would benefit the environment and our health, say EU-funded researchers. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – Horizon 2020 Info Day on Societal Challenge 2 calls for proposals of 2020 – 4 July 2019, Brussels, Belgium

This information day is an opportunity for attendees to get some insight into the Societal Challenge 2 calls for proposals of Horizon 2020, for the Work Programme of 2020, covering Food security, sustainable agriculture and forestry, marine and maritime and inland water research and the bioeconomy. This Info Day targets

Events – Boosting Innovation through standards – Your gateway to the market – 13 November 2019, Brussels, Belgium

A major European Conference: Boosting Innovation Through Standards (‘Your Gateway To The Market’) as an action of the EC co-funded project BRIDGIT. This is a high-level 1-day event with the intention to gather 350+ participants, predominantly from the research and innovation community to further strength interfaces and connections between innovators

Events – 3rd Infrastar Implementation Day – 26 June 2019, Denmark, Kongens Lyngby

The purpose of the implementation days is to invite small and large companies, administrations, local authorities, academic experts in the fields of Infrastar in order to get their feedback on the progresses and to boost the networking opportunities. In other words, it offers to meet, exchange ideas and gain insights

Research Headlines – Recycled bulky urban waste gains new value

An EU-funded project has developed more efficient ways to obtain high-quality, recyclable raw materials from bulky waste. The advances contribute to Europe’s efforts to reduce landfilling, recover valuable raw materials for reuse by industry, and protect the environment. Powered by WPeMatico