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Ariana 6 set for year-end mission to boost Europe’s Galileo constellation

Europe is preparing to end 2025 with a significant milestone for its space programme.

EIT launches innovation hub in Slovakia to boost local talent and growth

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) has officially opened a new Community Hub in Košice, Slovakia, aiming to strengthen the country’s innovation potential and connect local talent with Europe’s largest innovation ecosystem.

NASA rover discovers promising signs of past life on Mars

In the search for life beyond Earth, NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has discovered a rock sample that could preserve evidence of ancient microbial life.

Twelve cities advance to semi-finals of 2026 European Capital of Innovation awards

Twelve cities are racing to be named the European Capital of Innovation 2026 as part of the iCapital Awards. These cities are now one step closer to securing recognition and significant financial support for their efforts in driving inclusive, citizen-focused innovation.

EU and Australia open talks on closer research partnership through Horizon Europe

The European Commission and the Australian Government have begun discussing their scientific cooperation through Australia’s association with Horizon Europe, the EU’s flagship research and innovation programme.

ERC grantee Christophe Salomon wins 2025 Balzan Prize for work in atomic clock

Christophe Salomon, a physicist and recipient of a European Research Council (ERC) grant, has been awarded the 2025 Balzan Prize for his research on ultra-cold atoms and the development of next-generation atomic clocks.

Galileo OSNMA: Europe strengthens satellite navigation security

Satellite navigation is slowly becoming an essential part of daily life. As our dependence on the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology deepens, so does the need to protect it.

Oxford researchers win ERC Starting Grants to tackle global challenges

Eleven early-career researchers at the University of Oxford have been awarded highly competitive European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grants, each valued at €1.5 million over a period of five years.

Humanities funding in North America

Explore the positive initiatives of the National Endowment for the Humanities, along with concerns about potential staff and grant program cuts, and the possibility of rescinding previously awarded grants.

New plasma propulsion system could clear space debris without touching it

Defunct satellites, old rocket parts, and thousands of fragments from past missions are rapidly filling Earth's orbit.

EU Commission finalise €2 trillion budget plan for 2028-2034

The European Commission has presented its proposal for the next long-term EU budget, covering the period from 2028 to 2034.

ERC awards €761 million to support the next generation of European scientists

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the recipients of its highly competitive 2025 Starting Grants, awarding a total of €761 million to support 478 early-career researchers across Europe.

Europe’s deep tech renaissance closes Silicon Valley’s innovation gap

Ion Hauer, Principal at APEX Ventures, discusses how Europe’s Deep Tech Renaissance can bridge the innovation gap with Silicon Valley.

3D printing could improve the future of large scale quantum computers

Miniaturised ion traps built with 3D printing may be the key to creating more powerful quantum machines.

EU launches new health funding calls to boost crisis preparedness

HaDEA opens 2025 EU4Health proposals focused on CBRN threats and vector-borne diseases.

The UK launches a campaign in Spain and Germany to boost research partnerships through Horizon Europe

The UK government has launched a new international campaign aimed at positioning the country as a leading research and innovation partner through Horizon Europe.

Syros is emerging as a European hub for maritime innovation through EIT Digital Summer school

The island of Syros in Greece is upping its efforts in Europe’s maritime innovation efforts with a partnership between the University of Aegean and EIT Digital.

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