The Commission is taking action to tackle risks stemming from low-value imports sold via non-EU online retailers and marketplaces hosting non-EU traders. These actions are part of the Communication on E-Commerce, ‘A Comprehensive EU Toolbox for Safe and Sustainable E-commerce’, which the Commission is proposing today. The Commission encourages actions, among others, in the areas of […]
PhD – Horizon Europe – Switzerland
Job Functions Develop new 3D casting techniques for non-photocurable biodegradable polymers, integrate magnetic structures for efficient manipulation, and optimize biodegradability while maintaining robust robotic performance. Expected Results: Establish new 3D casting protocols, create functional micro/nanorobot prototypes with integrated magnetic elements, and evaluate their mechanical strength, magnetic responsiveness, and biodegradation profiles. Selection Criteria Career Stage: Researchers […]
Grants – Zis Fundation – Several countries
Zis Foundation invites young people aged 16-20 of any nationality to get the chance to receive a 700 Euro grant for a self-organised study trip abroad. Who can apply? – young people between 16 and 20 years old; – from all nationalities; – not attending university. Journey conditions – research a participant-chosen topic; – undertaken alone; – […]
Trafficking in the fast lane: French-Spanish drug trafficking ring dismantled
A sophisticated drug trafficking network smuggling large quantities of narcotics between Spain and France has been dismantled following a major law enforcement operation. Operation CABRAS, led by the French Gendarmerie under the supervision of the Specialised Interregional Jurisdiction (JIRS) of Rennes, targeted a criminal syndicate responsible for importing cannabis resin, cocaine, and synthetic drugs into […]
The Commission and Kaja Kallas welcome a key step in holding Russia accountable for its aggression against Ukraine
Senior legal experts of the European Commission, the European External Action Service, the Council of Europe, Ukraine and 37 States laid down the legal foundations for the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. The participants also set out the key elements of the “Schuman draft Statute”, the core legal […]
“We must be better, stronger and faster”: European leaders’ defence conclusions
On 3 February a meeting took place at the Egmont Palace (Brussels, Belgium) between António Costa (President of the European Council), Ursula von der Leyen (President of the European Commission), Mark Rutte (NATO Secretary General) and Keir Starmer (Prime Minister of the United Kingdom). At the event, several relevant aspects of current political affairs were […]
PhD – DESTINY Project – Finland
DESTINY Project – Design and evaluation of the sustainability of innovative biomass production systems and value chains in the bioeconomy. Job Functions The joint EBU doctoral network DESTINY is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action of Horizon Europe and offers a total of 15 fully-funded PhD positions in an inter- and transdisciplinary research and education programme. Six […]
The Commission calls for accelerating water protection and flood risk management in Europe
The European Commission yesterday publishes its latest reports on the state of water in the European Union, covering the implementation of the Water Framework Directive, the Floods Directive, and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. The reports highlight progress made in improving the status of EU water bodies over the past six years and identify key […]
EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement enters into force
The EU-Chile Interim Trade Agreement (ITA) has entered into force, following the completion of Chile’s ratification process. The ITA, which was signed in December 2023, is of key geopolitical importance. It will boost the competitiveness of businesses on both sides, while providing a shared platform for the development of our net-zero economies. This work will be further underpinned by ongoing […]