Tag: innovation

Events – Science Café with Vojtěch Adam – 28 February 2019, Brussels, Belgium

Vojtěch Adam is a recognized scientist in the field chemistry and biochemistry and he is an expert in the application of advanced materials in the biology. He particularly deals with metallothioneins, proteins with the ability to bind metals, with unique structure rich in cysteines. He and his research team believe

Research Headlines – Helping EU agriculture manage water and nutrient limitations

European farmers need to meet increasing crop demand while reducing fertiliser use and adapting to changing rainfall patterns. The EU-funded SOLACE project will provide new crop varieties and innovations in management to help them use water and nutrients more efficiently. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – Ageing, stem cells and a propensity to cancer

With the support of Russia’s Almazov Medical Research Centre, the EU-funded SyStemAge project studied the molecular mechanisms of ageing in adult stem cells, the results of which indicate that the intervention of metabolic pathways could correct age-related alterations and diseases. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – Group of Chief Scientific Advisors leads a discussion “Clutching at Straws: Science Advice, Uncertainty, and Global Microplastic Pollution” – 15 February 2019, Washington DC, USA

On 15th February 2019, the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors will lead a session at the 2019 annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) – “Clutching at Straws: Science Advice, Uncertainty, and Global Microplastic Pollution” . The session will bring together scientific experts from Europe,

Events – The International Dimension of Microplastic Pollution: G7 Scientific Advice Cooperation – 13 February 2019, Washington DC, USA

On 13th February 2019 in Washington DC, the European Commission’s Group of Chief Scientific Advisors will co-host with Canada’s Chief Science Advisor and France’s G7 Presidency a round-table discussion among Chief Scientific Advisors or their equivalents from G7 members on “What meaningful and robust scientific advice to government is possible

Research Headlines – Cultivating the Internet of Things in farming

Cloud-supported control of pests, data-empowered precision in the use of water and nutrients, remote monitoring of milk quality… Smart webs of connected objects are opening up new possibilities to boost productivity and sustainability in agriculture. EU-funded researchers are trialling Internet of Things solutions for farms and food. Powered by WPeMatico

Events – TandemAEROdays 2019 – 27-30 May 2019, Bucharest, Romania

Aerodays (European Aeronautics Days) is the leading event in aviation research and innovation, a solid platform to share and review the latest developments in aeronautics and air transport across the European Union. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – New therapeutic potential for chronic inflammatory diseases

Substances that trigger prolonged immune responses contribute to the development of atherosclerosis. An EU-funded project is identifying these substances and the underlying mechanisms involved, opening the door to new management strategies for chronic inflammatory diseases. Powered by WPeMatico

Research Headlines – To see the sea… for what it’s worth

Oceans are a vital resource for energy, food, transport, recreation and more. And with mounting evidence of serious pollution, marine litter, overfishing… the world is finally waking up to the importance of Marine Protected Areas to preserve the complex and delicate balance between ecosystems and the services they provide. A