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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

💡Why it matters? It compiles dispersed data into a single, policy-relevant evidence base to help stakeholders track the transition toward a sustainable and resilient food system. Read more 👆

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

🔬The dashboard now includes new horizontal thematic areas: governance and resilience, and offers 35 new indicators (out of 99), with new data sources, updated methodologies and advanced technologies, such as earth observation and big data processing. #JRC #SciComm🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

This #WorldFoodDay, explore the EU food system monitoring dashboard. ➡️It helps assess the sustainability of our food system in the EU, from production and processing, to distribution and consumption supporting a fair, healthy and environmentally friendly food system. 🔬 link.europa.eu/MxbxYy

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 16/10/2026

Join us at the Info Day & find out how to apply! Two new #HorizonEU calls: €237 million for biodiversity (NATURE) and €260 million to help research reach the market (BRIDGING). ➡️ link.europa.eu/HRnFXc

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 15/10/2026

Join our Infrastructure Stories webinar on 20 October, with insights from @vtt.fi and SemiQon on bringing quantum hardware to market. Discover how collaboration can drive innovation and growth! 🔗 Register now: link.europa.eu/PVDXXn

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Infrastructure Stories: overcoming challenges in quantum computing with SemiQon and VTT

In this webinar: come and learn more about the key conditions for successful cooperation and how companies can benefit of VTT's services and facilities.

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 15/10/2026

The European Commission allocated an additional €500 million to Horizon Europe until the end of 2027. This goes to two new calls for project proposals on protecting biodiversity, strengthening EU competitiveness & bringing research results to market. More: link.europa.eu/GvPhdn @ec.europa.eu 🧪

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Horizon Europe’s Horizontal Actions 2027: Extra funding for nature, innovation and competitiveness

Discover the new cross-cutting funding opportunities managed by the European Research Executive Agency (REA) to support projects that protect biodiversity, strengthen EU competitiveness and bring inno...

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 14/10/2026

AI can transform scientific discovery. 🧪🤖 Do you have an idea to accelerate research or automate experimentation? Two new Horizon Europe calls on Automated Scientific Discovery are now open under RAISE. Apply now! 🔗 link.europa.eu/GXPqBg

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 14/10/2026

Interested in EU funding opportunities for green research & innovation? Save the date for the Horizon Europe Cluster 6 info days & brokerage event 2027. 🗓️ Info Days: 13-14 January 2027 (hybrid) 🗓️ Brokerage: 15 January 2027 (in-person, Brussels) More 👉️ link.europa.eu/wxGFcP #SciComm 🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 13/10/2026

To reduce disaster risks, we must understand where they occur and what may be exposed. This is where the Copernicus Emergency Management Service, implemented by the Joint Research Centre comes. A team of experts helps the EU stay prepared, no matter what. Learn more: emergency.copernicus.eu #JRC

Wildfire damage and exposure - Wildfire in Saumos, France

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 12/10/2026

Congratulations to this year's science Nobel laureates! 🏅 The EU has supported Peter Hegemann, Georg Nagel & Francis Halzen through Horizon Europe programmes, European Research Council, MSCA and the European Innovation Council (EIC) predecessor. Looking forward to next year's edition!

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European Research Council (ERC) @erc.europa.eu · 12/10/2026

Congratulations!

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 12/10/2026

Two new #HorizonEU calls: €237 million for biodiversity (NATURE) and €260 million to help research reach the market (BRIDGING). Find out how to apply at the Info Day on 16 October at 9:30 CET. More information ➡️ link.europa.eu/HRnFXc

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 12/10/2026

🧪 European Research and Innovation Days 2026: less than one month to go! We're getting ready to enable discussions on scientific freedom, business scaleup & more! We're fully booked onsite in Brussels. If you didn't get a spot, we would like to see you online: link.europa.eu/4jpqPx #RiDaysEU

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

⏳ 7 days left to have your say on the future of European Partnerships. Our public consultation on Joint Undertakings, Article 185 initiatives, and thematic priorities for European Partnerships under Horizon Europe 2028–34 is open until 16 October. ➡️link.europa.eu/3kFT4P

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

What do electric cars, wind turbines, smartphones & satellites have in common? They all rely on raw materials. ➡️Explore data on critical materials, global supply chains, trade & security of supply with the JRC’s Raw Materials Information System. link.europa.eu/CjfCyW #JRC #SciComm 🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

The European Commission is putting an additional €210 million into the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions through the Choose Europe initiative. This will support 700+ additional researchers through the 2026-2027 MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships and Doctoral Networks calls 🧪 link.europa.eu/q6FtCB #SciComm

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Over €210 million boost for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions to support more researchers in Europe

The additional funding was announced as part of the Commission’s Choose Europe initiative. It will strengthen the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships and Doctoral Networks in 2026 and 2027 to enable more th...

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

Hello 👋 We hope you enjoyed your visit and had the chance to discover more about our work and the science behind it. It was a pleasure to welcome you!

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

Hydrogen is a key part of the EU’s decarbonisation agenda, but increasing its production will require more water. Our new report shows that, with good water management, Europe can meet its hydrogen goals without creating water shortages. Read more here link.europa.eu/4MgtRv #SciComm🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

Thanks for sharing! Raising awareness of how exceptionally hot and dry conditions affect European agriculture helps bring these challenges to a wider audience and highlights the importance of scientific evidence in informing responses 🙏

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 09/10/2026

Many thanks for spreading the word! It’s important to us to reach as many potential applicants as possible, and we look forward to welcoming our new trainees soon!

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 08/10/2026

Last month, we launched the Security Research & Innovation Campus! It brings together scientists, EU agencies, national and international organisations and research institutions working in the security field, to help turn research into real-world solutions. Learn more link.europa.eu/XBbmPV

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 08/10/2026

Want to shape the future of Research and Development (R&D) Careers? The international survey on R&D personnel is open until October 16. Share your experiences and perspectives. It takes just 10 minutes to complete! ➡️ survey.oecd.org/index.php?r=...

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 08/10/2026

Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women in the EU, affecting countless lives & families every year. The EU-funded project BosomShield is using AI, medical imaging, pathology and clinical data to help predict relapse risk. Find out more: link.europa.eu/496WTP #SciComm 🧪

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Félicitations à Henri Kagan of France and Kenso Soai of Japan for winning this year's Nobel Prize in chemistry. Their discoveries have opened new avenues for scientific research, including the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals.

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

Since this July, Japan is officially associated with Horizon Europe. This means that Japanese researchers and organisations can now take part in the world's largest public research and innovation programme. Together, Europe and Japan will continue breaking new frontiers.

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 07/10/2026

🏅Congratulations to Prof. Francis Halzen for his 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics award! The EU has supported research connected to the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, helping scientists develop tools to detect & study cosmic neutrinos, and more!

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 06/10/2026

Could space junk become tomorrow’s building material or spacecraft fuel? For #WorldSpaceWeek, discover how researchers are exploring ways to recycle old satellites and clear smaller debris before it triggers collisions. ➡️ link.europa.eu/RHNdwR #Science4EU

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 05/10/2026

New report: Open Science needs more than openness. Equitable infrastructures, inclusive peer review and sustainable, community-led approaches are essential to build a fairer European research ecosystem. More: link.europa.eu/bdvvvH #EUResearchArea #OpenScience

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 05/10/2026

Herzlichen Glückwunsch an Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel and their American colleague Karl Deisseroth for winning this year's Nobel Prize for medicine. Their research marks a breakthrough in our understanding of the human brain.

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 05/10/2026

🏅Congratulations to all the new Nobel Prize laureates in Physiology or Medicine! Prof. Peter Hegemann has received EU funding through three grants. We are proud to have supported him! The EU has a track record of supporting leading researchers. ➡️link.europa.eu/WkjcTX

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Maive Rute @maive-rute.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

If you’re a researcher looking for your next opportunity, why not come and join us at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre? We have positions open across Europe: recruitment.jrc.ec.europa.eu/vacancies

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

Scientists are using AI to analyse millions of aquatic images and sensor readings. How could faster data analysis help us spot ecosystem changes before it’s too late to act? ➡️ link.europa.eu/vG6pNk #Science4EU

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 02/10/2026

Transform your EU-funded project into real-world impact with Horizon Booster! Join the online webinar to get expert tips on dissemination, exploitation & market strategies & find out how you can be supported in your innovation journey. 📅 21 October – 11:00 CET 💻 Register: link.europa.eu/DxYnGh

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

What can science achieve with AI? At the AI in Science Summit 2026, we’ll put Europe’s discovery engine to work across: -Physics & Mathematics -Health -Data -AI Science -Culture & Creativity -Policy One goal: a new level of ambition in research & innovation. Dublin | 15–16 Oct. 👉 ais26.eu

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

The 2026 Science, Research and Innovation Performance (SRIP) Report 📊 provides a comprehensive analysis of Europe’s position in the global science landscape. ✅ Scientific excellence: Europe ranks second globally in research output. ⚠️ But challenges remain. Full report: link.europa.eu/HjkbgF

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 01/10/2026

Registrations for the EU Mission Soil Week are open! Save your seat and join the researchers, policymakers and practitioners working towards healthier soils across Europe. Register now 👉 link.europa.eu/xgmHkn #SciComm 🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026

@vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu, Enrico Letta and Ekaterina Zaharieva will open the #RiDaysEU 2026! Get a first look at the programme and join the debate on Europe’s research and innovation future. 10–11 November | Brussels & online Register now 👉 link.europa.eu/YTyP6h

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026

Kinda chic, making democracy feel closer. When science helps shape better decisions, everyone benefits. Evidence matters. Trust matters. Democracy matters. More: link.europa.eu/3ccggY #SciComm 🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 30/09/2026

🎉There are now 3,000 of you following this account, thank you! 🙏 We’re happy to share this milestone with you and look forward to more conversations about research, innovation and the evidence that helps inform policymaking. #SciComm🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 29/09/2026

➡️ Horizon Europe State of play: link.europa.eu/MjVkqX ➡️ New participants: link.europa.eu/VyrynD

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European Commission @ec.europa.eu · 29/09/2026

Europe continues to attract and invest in top talent in research and innovation. We are strengthening Horizon Europe for 2026-2027 with an additional €500 million supporting: 🌿biodiversity protection 📈strengthening competitiveness and bringing products to market.

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 29/09/2026

The Horizon Europe Work Programme 2026–2027 was reinforced to: 🔶Protect biodiversity 🔷Strengthen competitiveness and bring products to market A large part of this additional budget is dedicated to 2 new large-scale calls. More➡️ link.europa.eu/chYX4Y #HorizonEU

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 29/09/2026

Recently, the European Commission proposed the EU KIDS Act, with age-appropriate protections to make online platforms safer for children and teenagers. No addictive features keeping them glued to their phone. No unwanted contact. No minors livestreaming. @ec.europa.eu #SciComm 🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 28/09/2026

🌽Summer crops had less time & water to grow during 2026’s exceptionally hot and dry summer. #JRC forecasts now put EU soybean yields 15% & grain maize yields 8% below the five-year average. Grassland growth also deteriorated across much of western & central Europe. link.europa.eu/MXTqjg #SciComm🧪

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 28/09/2026

We spend up to 90% of our lives indoors. So, what’s in the air we breathe? Here’s what researchers are finding. ➡️ link.europa.eu/x9yMg8

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EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 25/09/2026

Digital farming doesn’t need more apps. It needs apps that can talk to each other. Researchers are building interoperable, open-source tools for irrigation, crop protection and more. How could better connectivity change the game for farmers? ➡️ link.europa.eu/Cqd4y4 #Science4EU

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