Scientific Advice Mechanism

Don’t miss the interview with Prof. Dr. Jakob Zinsstag-Klopfenstein, chair of the SAPEA Working Group on One Health. He shares his expert views on the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health for the European Science-Media Hub. buff.ly/skVd4nB

From climate resilience to energy transitions and healthcare, this event brings together top minds, including a keynote by Carlo Ratti (MIT), to imagine actionable strategies for a more sustainable world. More info: buff.ly/o9d4dzH

Complex challenges demand complex thinking. We're proud to support the 2025 Euro-CASE Annual Conference, a high-level gathering that cuts across disciplines to address the future of our society. 29/09/2025 - Vienna. Register here: buff.ly/hnA0sWH

Job opportunity: ALLEA is hiring a Science Policy Officer (f/m/d) in Berlin to support the SAPEA project. Apply now for a full-time position starting October 2025. scadv.eu/AEuEkvD

We are delighted to announce the appointment of the new Young Academies Science Advice Structure (YASAS) Board, and we look forward to their contributions in shaping the future of science advice in Europe. Discover the new board: scadv.eu/SEDd6eP

One Health governance in the European Union – Scientific Advice Mechanism This integrated approach is known as 'One Health'. There is strong scientific evidence for the connections themselves, and for the benefits of applying a One Health approach to policymaking in all…

The webinar builds on the SAPEA evidence review on One Health governance in the European Union, produced to inform EU policymaking. It gathered the best available scientific evidence on the topic:
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What if human health isn’t the centre, but one part of a larger system? Our webinar explores how One Health invites us to rethink our place in the web of life and why that matters more than ever. 🌿
Replay now: scadv.eu/ADtP9hp

Our webinar "One Health, One Planet" is happening this Thursday, 17 July, at 14:00 CEST.

Join leading experts as they explore the vital connections between human, animal, and environmental health, and how science can inform better policy.

Register now:
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These first days were intense and energising, helping the Advisors connect with each other, SAPEA, and the Secretariat. Why does this matter? When science and policy connect well, it benefits us all. Stay tuned as we’ll share more soon about how their work is shaping the future.

Over two days, they explored how this advice reaches European Commissioners and how to keep it relevant for policy while rooted in the best available science. Together with SAPEA, which provides evidence reviews, they’re building the foundations for the decisions that shape our daily lives.

A new Group of Chief Scientific Advisors has just started their journey in Brussels, stepping into their role within the EU’s Scientific Advice Mechanism. Their mission? To ensure that EU policy decisions are backed by transparent, independent, evidence-based scientific advice. #scienceadvice

The full Life Sciences Strategy is available here:
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✨ This explicit recognition underscores the policy relevance and growing visibility of SAM’s work at EU level, particularly in shaping strategic directions in research and innovation.

You can read SAM’s scientific opinion here:
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We are pleased to share that SAM is referenced in the European Commission’s new Life Sciences Strategy, published on July 2. The strategy highlights the importance of implementing a One Health and microbiome research strategy, in line with the recommendations provided by SAM.

Thank you! We’re still finding our way around here, but it’s great to feel welcome already.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: One Health, One Planet: Highlighting the environment in One Health policy and practice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. ‘One Health’ is an integrated approach to optimising the health of humans, animals and ecosystems. It is supported and promoted by major bodies like the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), World Health…

We’ll discuss better integrating environmental and ecosystem sustainability alongside human and animal health. Register now and be part of the conversation. bit.ly/4l6PVya #OneHealth #ScienceForPolicy #ScienceAdvice

Our panel of speakers includes leading experts on One Health, including those who recently provided scientific advice to the European Commission: Dr Andrea Ford, Professor Joanne Cable, Pablo Sagredo Martín and Professor Lucy Robertson.

‘One Health’ is an integrated approach to optimising the health of humans, animals and ecosystems. Join us on 17 July for a free webinar exploring how environmental sustainability can be better integrated into One Health policies and practice. bit.ly/4ed3yd9

”These two days have really demonstrated the value of bringing together the philosophical and practical approaches to science-policy interaction. We have also seen many new ideas, for instance, ways to make more responsible policy recommendations”, summarises Tommi Kärkkäinen.

Helsinki’s 12–13 June 2025 workshop marked the first international Philosophy of Science Advice gathering, hosted by the Finnish Academy and the SAM. Experts debated ethics, legitimacy, stakeholder values, and funding to strengthen scientific advice in democracy. bit.ly/4dZOhMF

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Experience the highlights of Building Bridges: Shaping Europe’s Science-for-Policy Landscape, held on 26–27 May 2025 in Vienna.Hosted by the Austrian Academy... Building Bridges: Highlights from the 2025 Science-for-Policy Conference in Vienna

Our Building Bridges 2025 highlight video captures two days of meaningful exchange in Vienna, with vibrant public participation and thoughtful discussions on contested topics, institutional design, and building capacity for science advice.

Watch the recap and join the conversation:
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The June edition of our newsletter introduces SAM’s new Group of Chief Scientific Advisors, shares highlights from the science-for-policy conference, and examines how the European Commission is advancing S4P in the EU. bit.ly/4jHZZN8 #scienceadvice

Building Bridges: Shaping Europe’s Science-for-Policy Landscape brought together over 300 participants from across Europe for two days of inspiring discussions, debates, and connections in Vienna. The photo gallery is now online: bit.ly/3FIAfC8
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