Year: 2019

3RD CALL FOR MODULAR PROJECTS : 25 ADMITTED TO FULL APPLICATION PHASE

The Steering Committee of the Interreg MED Programme has selected 25 project proposals out the 91 eligible to go on to the full application phase. (Please consult the results list below) All applicants will be notified of this decision in the coming days. Selected candidates are invited to an Applicant

Research Headlines – Deconstructing the terrorism discourse on social media

Although social media has infiltrated our daily lives and become a powerful tool it is not always put to good use. EU-funded research is looking at how the Islamic State group has used social media to promote the terrorist agenda and attract followers – and aims to shape policy to

Research Headlines – Ultra-efficient solar module paves way to photovoltaic future

An EU-funded project has achieved some of the highest efficiencies ever recorded for a solar module, paving the way for broader commercial deployment of concentrator photovoltaic systems to help drive Europe’s transition to renewable energy. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Improving disease detection through ultra-high-field MRIs

The widespread adoption of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revolutionised clinical medicine, and the revolution has not stopped. Scientists in an EU-funded project are exploring ways to make MRIs even more effective – aiming to help patients get the best possible treatment through early disease detection. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Tools for better pancreatic cancer surgery

Pancreatic cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death. Technology from an EU-funded project could guide surgery to remove pancreatic tumours and target post-operative radiotherapy to cancerous cells, improving patients’ chances of survival. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – WIRE X – Explore, create and innovate in your region – 26-28 June 2019, Iasi, Romania

The Week of Innovative Regions in Europe (WIRE) brings together regional, national and European innovation experts and stakeholders, including public organisations, policymakers, research communities, enterprises and non-governmental organisations to exchange views on the role of research and innovation in solving societal challenges. This annual conference is always hosted in a

More efficient decision-making in social policy – Questions and Answers

European Commission – Fact Sheet Strasbourg, 16 April 2019 More efficient decision-making in social policy – Questions and Answers Why does the EU need more efficient decision-making in social policy? In times of rapid, sometimes fundamental change, it is more important than ever that the EU, alongside the Member States,…

Commission launches debate on more efficient decision-making in EU social policy

European – Press release Commission Strasbourg, 16 April 2019 Today, the Commission is launching a discussion on how to render decision-making at EU level more efficient in the social field. In his 2018 State of the Union speech, President Juncker announced a comprehensive review of all passerelle clauses provided for…