An independent expert report on the EU’s Framework Programmes for research and innovation recommends major role for research funding and a restructuring of funding mechanisms. By Horizon Staff Europe needs to spend much more on research and innovation and put them at the centre of its economy if it wants to boost competitiveness, the chair … Read more
Strategic report on the future of the European Single Market points to key role for European research and innovation. By Horizon Staff The European Single Market is considered one of the EU’s biggest accomplishments – and for good reason. It enables EU citizens to travel, live, work, study, retire, trade and do business wherever they … Read more
Historical flows of refugees and their personal tales are the focus of EU-funded researchers seeking to help countries manage immigration. By Andrew Dunne In June 2007, a boat carrying 28 migrants went ashore on a beach on the southernmost tip of the Italian island of Sicily. Among the personal belongings of the people who made … Read more
European tourism is getting a makeover to strengthen remote communities with the help of EU-funded researchers. By Ali Jones The monastery of San Estevo de Ribas de Sil in northwestern Spain is located within 20 kilometres of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, but for Martín López Nores the two places felt worlds apart. And that … Read more
Researchers are testing ways to remove “forever chemicals” from the environment and replace them in some commercial goods. By Tereza Pultarova An underground reservoir in Denmark is the location of a unique experiment: to test a technology for helping rid the environment of a widespread toxic pollution. The aquifer, near the town of Korsør, contains … Read more
Farmers, companies and consumers are all helping spur improvements in EU agricultural production and diets. By Horizon Staff Research and innovation play central roles in a Europe-wide push for sustainable, healthy and inclusive food systems. A response to food production and consumption patterns tied to malnutrition, climate change and biodiversity loss, the endeavour has brought … Read more