Specific Challenge A clear commitment of the European Green Deal is that “transport should become drastically less polluting”, highlighting in particular the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in aviation and waterborne transport. In aviation, traffic volumes are expected to increase significantly by 2050 and the sector is already generating 14% of the […]
Read MorePhD in experimental Tribology in Czech Republic
Applications are invited for one Ph.D. position in Applied Physics within the Advanced Material Group (AMG) at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Czech Technical University in Prague. As a team member of our group, the candidate is expected to undertake leading research focused on the design and application of 2D layered materials based on transition […]
Read MoreHorizon 2020: Optimal treatment for patients with solid tumours in Europe through Artificial Intelligence
Demands of cancer care in Europe is significantly increasing as the number of cases is growing as well. Furthermore, it is expected to increase by 14.1% by 2030. Patients, experts and citizens are demanding new treatments to fight cancer as the knowledge of the biological complexity of cancer is wider due to new studies and […]
Read MoreTraineeships at the Committee of the Regions
Each year, the Committee of the Regions (CoR) provides a limited number of internships for young citizens, from Europe and elsewhere, offering them the opportunity to acquire work experience in a European institution. Standar traineeship Each year, the CoR offers young university graduates a limited number of five-month traineeships. These training periods involve work experience […]
Read MoreCommunication Officer in the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control
Applications are invited for the above Contract Agent post at the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Job description The Jobholder will report to the Head of Section Communication and Spokesperson. He/She will support the broad ECDC communication activities, which may include work in anyof the areas of internal, external and risk communication. […]
Read MoreAssociate Professor of Immunological Nanotechnology in Estonia
Responsibilities Conducting and supervising research in immunological nanotechnology with a central task to use nanotechnological methods in immunological investigations (primarily using nanofibrous tissue scaffolds). Directing a research theme or part thereof, a research project or research conducted under a research agreement. Internationally recognised research in the volume equivalent to that of at least two doctoral […]
Read MoreH2020: Towards Climate-Neutral and Socially Innovative Cities
The strategic long-term vision published by the Commission for a prosperous, modern, competitive and climate-neutral economy calls for a drastic reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Specific Challenge The European Commission’s Green Deal proposes a new growth strategy that aims to preserve the planet for future generations. It should serve as the compass to emerge from […]
Read MoreH2020: Behavioural, social and cultural change for the Green Deal
All areas of the European Green Deal, from climate action to zero pollution, require considerable changes in societal practices and in the behaviour of individuals, communities, and public and private organisations. These changes concern, for example, mobility behaviour, minimising traffic-related emissions and energy/resource consumption, protecting or restoring biodiversity, etc. including changes achieved through collective and […]
Read MoreWWOOF – World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms
WWOOF is a worldwide movement linking volunteers with organic farmers and growers to promote cultural and educational experiences based on trust and non-monetary exchange, thereby helping to build a sustainable, global community. As a volunteer (or WWOOFer) you will live alongside your host helping with daily tasks and experiencing life as a farmer. As a […]
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