European Parliament publishes first results of its post-electoral Eurobarometer survey. Results of the survey A significant increase in young people with a pro-European mind-set cast a vote in the 2019 European elections, according to an in-depth Eurobarometer survey across all 28 member states. Conducted in the weeks after the elections, nearly 28.000 citizens throughout the […]
Town Twinning 2019.EACEA/51/2018 – Round 2
This call (EACEA / 51/2018), whose objective is to promote, control and develop new forms of twinning belongs to the “Europe for Citizens” Program. Town twinning was first developed shortly after 1945, when mayors and citizens alike were determined more than ever to prevent Europe from being torn apart by war. Bringing together citizens from […]
Horizon 2020: H2020-MSCA-IF-2019: Individual Fellowships
This call (MSCA-IF-2019) aims to improve the creative and innovative potential of experienced researchers, and it is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions sub-program of the Horizon 2020 Program. Aim The goal of the Individual Fellowships is to enhance the creative and innovative potential of experienced researchers, wishing to diversify their individual competence in terms of […]
Coming up: election of Commission president, humanitarian issues
The election of the new president of the European Commission will be the highlight of the upcoming plenary session in Strasbourg on 15-18 July. Vote on the president of the European Commission On Tuesday morning, Ursula von der Leyen (Germany, EPP), the candidate nominated by the European Council, will outline her vision and plans for […]
Horizon 2020: Horizon Prize – Cleanest Engine of the Future : FutureEnginePrize-01-2016
This call (H2020-FutureEnginePrize-2016) aims to reduce the pollution produced by future new vehicles that use gasoline or diesel, and it fits into the sub-program Horizon Award – The cleanest engine of the future. Aims Cleanest engine of the future prize aims at reducing the pollution produced by future new vehicles using either gasoline or diesel […]
EU-U.S. trade talks: milestone reached in mutual recognition on pharmaceuticals
The positive transatlantic trade agenda established in the Joint Statement includes a commitment from both sides to reduce barriers and increase trade in a range of sectors, including pharmaceuticals. The recognition by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Slovakia, the last outstanding EU Member State, marks the full implementation of the EU-U.S. Mutual […]
European Institute of Innovation and Technology: Commission proposes strategy for 2021-2027
The European Commission has proposed an update of the legal base of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) as well as its new Strategic Innovation Agenda for 2021-2027. The EIT is an independent EU body created in 2008 that is strengthening Europe’s ability to innovate. The proposals adopted today will align the EIT […]
All Digital Awards 2019
Launched by ALL DIGITAL , the ALL DIGITAL Awards celebrate the achievements of individuals and organisations across Europe that enable people to transform and enrich their lives through the benefits and opportunities created by digital technologies. In 2019, individuals and organisations can submit their proposals in the following categories: Best e-facilitator Best digital changemaker Best cooperation project Best digital resource The jury will choose […]
Horizon 2020. EURATOM: Advancing nuclear education
This call, focusing on research on nuclear fission and radiological protection, belongs to the EURATOM sub-program of the Horizon 2020 Program. One of the main concerns in nuclear sector is a loss of the younger generation’s interest for specialized nuclear knowledge and a risk that the current workforce, progressively retiring, couldn’t be replaced. Highly educated […]