Category: Tech

Research Headlines – Linking nanosatellites for better Earth observation

Building on the success of three EU-funded projects, a proposed European space mission has won backing from the European Space Agency to build two nanosatellites that will demonstrate novel Earth observation and inter-satellite communication technology. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Putting the metal to polymers for advanced materials

An EU-funded researcher has advanced the science of self-assembling materials by investigating the behaviours of a variety of metallopolymers. The research could potentially feed into applications such as better light-emitting devices, energy storage, data storage, sensors and solar cells – boosting the EU’s competitiveness. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – Bioenergy conference: the impact of EU R&D funding – 25 October 2018, Brussels, Belgium

On 25 October 2018 a conference dedicated to bioenergy research, development and technologies will take place in Brussels. The event will provide insights into the impacts of R&D funded through the EU Framework Programmes for Research and Innovation; including providing access to the bioenergy R&D Impact Report and an opportunity

Events – Parkinson’s disease: causes and cures – 8 November 2018, Brussels, Belgium

The workshop aims to provide a kaleidoscopic view of the latest research, treatments, and ways forward towards better understanding and being able to cure Parkinson’s disease. The workshop aims to moreover look at how greater funding could enable such steps forward, both clinically and politically – especially in light of

Events – Biofuels conference: the impact of EU R&D funding – 24 October 2018, Brussels, Belgium

A conference on biofuels research, development and technologies will take place in Brussels on 24 October 2018. The event will provide insights into the impacts of R&D funded through the EU Framework Programmes for Research and Innovation and Biofuels R&D Impact Report. This will be an opportunity to influence the

Research Headlines – Preparing for the next revolution in production and logistics

Cyber-physical systems that blend the digital and real worlds are driving the development of smart factories, transport networks, electricity grids and even cities. The opportunities and risks presented by this expanding Internet of Things and big-data environment are being explored in-depth by EU-funded researchers. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Powering a battery storage revolution

The atomic structure of common table salt could hold the key to a revolution in energy storage. EU-funded researchers are developing batteries that will extend the life of your mobile, power electric cars farther and support Europe’s transition to renewables. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – Beyond Imagination: a socially innovative Europe – 12-13 November 2018, Seville, Spain

SIC final event “Beyond Imagination: A socially innovative Europe” will be held 12-13 November in Seville, Spain. We are looking forward to another amazing event bringing together the top leaders from around Europe for an intense series of discussions, debates and networking. Together, we will celebrate the achievements of the

Events – 3rd HBP Student Conference On Interdisciplinary Brain Research – 6-7 February 2019, Ghent, Belgium

The human brain is such a complex system that it can only be understood by combining knowledge and practices from multiple scientific fields. The 3rd HBP Student Conference provides an open forum for the exchange of new ideas among young researchers working across various aspects of science relevant to the

Research Headlines – Balancing social cohesion and urban regeneration

EU research is exploring issues raised by the regeneration of urban areas and the frequent resulting displacement of existing populations, comparing case studies in both Europe and major Latin American cities. Lessons learned will inform future urban restructuration policies. Powered by WPeMatico