EU Science, Research & Innovation

Have you checked the ‘EU funding & me’ yet?

The new app launched to make access to EU funding opportunities more intuitive and efficient for applicants and beneficiaries.

Find funding calls and access your projects directly from your mobile. Download it now: link.europa.eu/YY947y

#EUfundingApp

Are you an EU-funded research project? Here are our tips & tricks: 1. Apply our 10 rules to manage your project - When managing EU research grants, it is not enough to perform good science, you need to comply with the conditions defined in your grant agreement.  2. Follow the Open Science principles - Open science is an approach to research that emphasises the sharing of knowledge, results and tools as early and widely as possible. It is mandatory under Horizon Europe. 3. Plan the outreach - Communication: Inform, promote and communicate about activities & results. Dissemination: Make knowledge and results publicly available. Exploitation: Make concrete use of results. 4. Inform policymakers - Policymakers need scientific evidence to develop effective policies. You can follow 10 steps to effectively inform policymakers of your findings and maximise your impact.

Started or running an EU-funded R&I project? Follow these steps:

▶️ 10 tips for project management: lnkd.in/dXMzVr8g

▶️ Sharing your findings: lnkd.in/ddnM-wVH

▶️ Informing policymakers: lnkd.in/d59TS9Rn

▶️ Communication tips: lnkd.in/d7_xFcZ2

▶️ #OpenScience principles: lnkd.in/dRbwD5uu

#SciComm 🧪

Example of an energy label for a new smartphone sold in the EU. It includes: 1. Scale of energy efficiency classes from A to G. 2. The energy efficiency class of this product. 3. The battery endurance per cycle, in hours and minutes per full battery charge. 4. Repeated free fall reliability class. 5. Battery endurance in cycles. 6. Repairability class. 7. Ingress Protection rating.

This is how the energy label for a new smartphone or tablet looks like in the EU.

It includes energy efficiency, battery endurance, resistance to falls, repairability and ingress protection rating.

It helps us make more sustainable decisions for the environment and for our wallets. #JRC

Inside the new repairability scores for smartphones and tablets in the EU The EU energy label for these devices now includes scores aimed at drawing consumers to products that are easier to fix.

Do you want to buy a smartphone you can repair easily?

Our researchers designed a repairability score for smartphones and tablets. Now it's included on the labels of products for sale in the EU.

Read the article in @theconversation.com ⤵️
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#RightToRepair #JRC

EU Research and Innovation on Antimicrobial drug resistance (AMR) Research and innovation activities in the field of antimicrobial drug resistance.

This partnership is part of a broader, long-term EU strategy:

- Over €1.18 billion invested in AMR research since 2014
- Evidence-based policymaking rooted in science
- A commitment to protecting health systems through shared innovation

Read more: link.europa.eu/WKqWP8

The European Partnership on One Health Antimicrobial Resistance (OHMAR) brings together 53 organisations from 30 countries and a €253 million budget to tackle AMR from every angle: human health, animal health, and the environment.

AMR already claims 35,000 lives a year in the EU.

EU-funded researchers are joining forces through the One Health AMR Partnership (OHAMR) - 53 organisations, 30 countries, €253 million - tackling AMR across human, animal & environmental health.

Potential cut of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Mt CO2-eq) in energy intensive sectors, if circular economy measures would be adopted.

♻️ Transitioning into a circular economy could help cut between 189 and 231 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions in a single year!

Our new report reveals the potential of circularity measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in energy-intensive sectors.

Read more: link.europa.eu/GKjbg8

Research careers in the EU Researchers need support at every stage of their career. Providing guidance for careers development is crucial. Discover the resources and learn how you can choose Europe for science.

(4/4) You can find more guidance on building a sustainable and fulfilling research career in the EU here: europa.eu/!VGkqH3

(3/4) To support researchers, the EU offers:

➡️ Funding at all stages of their careers.

➡️ Career development services: link.europa.eu/JpWRpb

➡️ The European Research Competence Framework to assess skills and make it easier to move between jobs & sectors: link.europa.eu/XKppFY

(2/4) Researchers and innovators need: funding to transform their ideas into solutions for the public; services and guidance to build sustainable careers; skills and competences; and freedom to remain curious, explore and imagine progress.

A visual with the text: Your guide to research careers in the EU

(1/4) The EU needs scientists to advance finding solutions to global challenges, strengthen our democracy, drive competitiveness and safeguard prosperity. 

But what do scientists need to build a sustainable career?

A visual featuring a black-and-white photo of Marie Skłodowska-Curie. On the left, text reads "Choose EUROPE for Science." Below it says, "Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions €22.5 million for researchers." On the right is the European Union flag with yellow stars on a blue background.

#ChooseEurope for Science is live!

With €22.5 million under #MSCA, we’re funding organisations to:

🔬 Host postdoctoral researchers in all fields
🔬 Offer stable jobs and great working conditions
🔬 Create long-term career prospects

Europe is where science thrives.

More → link.europa.eu/6JhtHp

What’s a policy brief, and why is it important?

It’s a short, targeted document drawing on scientific evidence to shape actionable recommendations for policymakers to make better decisions for society.

Share your useful tips in the comments!

A headline page of a publication with the text: Sharing scientific evidence with policymakers. Guide on writing policy brief for impact.

We’ve recently published a practical guide to help researchers and innovators create clear, impactful policy briefs that capture the attention of policymakers.

It includes drafting tips, key dos and don’ts, plus a handy template with examples: link.europa.eu/6ptQmm

PET/CT images of brain tumor and its reaction to treatment.

🧠 Our study with the University of Warsaw shows a breakthrough in the treatment of one of the most aggressive brain cancers.

Convection-enhanced delivery makes targeted alpha therapy more effective, improving tumour control.

Read more: link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00259-025-07527-1

€22.5 million Choose Europe for Science call offers researchers long-term careers in Europe The new initiative is designed to make research careers in Europe more attractive by offering excellent working conditions and long-term prospects.

What is funded? At least 3 postdoctoral researchers per project for up to 5 years. The funding is divided into two phases:

- Phase 1: Supported by #MSCA for 2-3 years.
- Phase 2: Continued support by the host institution for up to 2 additional years.

Know more and apply here: link.europa.eu/6JhtHp

Who can apply? Any organisation in an EU country or a #HorizonEU Associated Country. Collaborations with optional partners are welcome.

Funding details: up to €3.5M available per beneficiary.

Promotional graphic for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. Text on a blue background reads ‘Choose Europe for Science – Call now open with 22.5 million budget’. A researcher in protective gear looks through a microscope. EU emblem and hashtag #UnionOfSkills appear at the bottom.

The new #ChooseEurope for science funding scheme aims to attract the best researchers worldwide, retain European talent, and ensure sustainable careers.

Hosting organisations commit to employing researchers beyond the EU-funded phase of the project.

JRC Recruitment Portal listing vacancies. Visible openings include FGIV Project Officer – Researcher in Digital Forensics for Smart Devices and FGIV Project Officer – In Vitro Model Specialist, with deadlines and ‘Read and Apply’ buttons.

The Joint Research Centre is always looking for more researchers.

Open jobs: link.europa.eu/CJ6kwR

#JRC #AcademicSky #ResearchJobs

JRC Publications Repository web page with European Commission logo and a blue banner titled ‘Access to Joint Research Centre’s publications’, showing menu options Home, Search and Help.

Our research is open to all.

95% of scientific articles where a #JRC researcher is a first or corresponding author are available through #OpenAccess (for the other 5%, we could not find a suitable open access journal).

All our publications: link.europa.eu/vj4Pcm

Laboratories The JRC maintains a wide range of laboratories and research infrastructures across 5 EU countries and 6 sites.

#JRC scientists work in many different fields, including environment & climate, socio-economic issues, agriculture, energy, transport, health, consumer protection, digital innovation, nuclear safety & security.

Our labs ⤵️ #Science4Policy
link.europa.eu/yHy7tj

Exhibit cube at the Joint Research Centre with large text reading ‘Science for People’ and a map of Europe embossed on the side. Display highlights JRC’s mission of doing science for policy inside a modern glass pavilion.

Who gives scientific advice to the EU Commission?

The Joint Research Centre, the Commission's in-house science service, has 43 laboratories and 2,000+ researchers who provide independent science for better public policies.

Here we’ll share their findings with the hashtag #JRC
#Science4Policy

Bar chart comparing expected vs achieved Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) in Horizon Europe projects. Most of the 466 analysed projects started at TRL 1-3 and progressed upward; bars show a peak around TRL 5-6 and many reaching TRL 6-7 by project end. Title: ‘TRL in Work Programmes vs expected or achieved TRL’. Source: Scaling up ideas report.

📊 Does Horizon Europe help projects climb the TRL ladder? 🧪➡️🚀

New report shows:
- 63% start at TRL 1–3 (basic research)
- By the end, 50% reach TRL 6–8 (demo stage)
- Avg. projects climb 2–3 rungs

Read the full report: link.europa.eu/phdRB6

The European Commission is pleased to launch this new Science, Research & Innovation account. We look forward to connecting with the community on Bluesky! 🧪

Here you will find:
- EU scientific news
- Horizon Europe funding opportunities
- Innovative EU-supported projects
- Events, tools & resources