A technology with uncertain potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from e-commerce and the logistics industry and concerns over increased noise pollution and threats to wildlife. Drones, originally developed and used for military purposes, have found applications in many civil sector areas during the last decade. Although often referred to as ‘remotely piloted aircraft systems’ or […]
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Blockchain: Enemy or ally in the fight against climate change?
Blockchain, a digital ledger technology, is widely known for its application to cryptocurrencies. Introduced in 2008 to serve as a public transaction ledger for Bitcoin, the technology has given rise to hundreds of cryptocurrencies (e.g. Ethereum, Ripple, NEO, Litecoin), as well as having other emerging applications in diverse fields, including supply chains, digital content, patents, smart contracts, […]
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The University of Almeria reinforces the Central Research Services with a New High Resolution FESEM
The University of Almeria strengthens its commitment to research by acquiring unique state-of-the-art scientific-technical infrastructures and equipment, as one of the achievements of its excellent results in the latest competitive public calls. One of the latest equipment received is a Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM), for the Microscopy Service of the Central Research Services; […]
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LIFE YEAST: Turning brewer’s yeast into new bioproducts
BDI biotechnology’s European LIFE YEAST project uses spent brewer’s yeast to transform it into new bio-products of great value for other sectors, contributing to the circular economy Context Spent brewer’s yeast is a by-product obtained in the brewing process, which is often sold as animal feed, and in many other cases is wasted and managed […]
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Experts reflect on hypervelocity systems
Experts from 12 EDA Member States as well as Norway and Switzerland participated in an online workshop organised by the Agency to identify and discuss research & technology needs as well as potential future applications of hypervelocity systems. The workshop (12-13 October) took place as part of an ongoing series of EDA Technology Foresight Workshops […]
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Experts assess potential of High-Power Electromagnetic Munitions
Experts from 10 EDA Member States as well as from Norway and Switzerland recently participated in an online workshop organised by the Agency to assess and discuss technological and operational aspects of High-Power Electromagnetic Munitions (HPEM). This workshop was part of an ongoing EDA study on High Power Electromagnetic Munitions which aims to compile a […]
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Statistics: ICT usage in Europe in 2020
Last June the Commission published the results of the 2020 Digital Economy and Society Index (DESI), which monitors Europe’s overall digital performance and tracks the progress of EU countries with regard to their digital competitiveness. This year’s DESI report shows that there is progress in all Member States and in all key areas measured […]
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Artificial intelligence: threats and opportunities
Artificial intelligence (AI) affects our lives more and more. Learn about the opportunities and threats for security, democracy, businesses and jobs. Europe’s growth and wealth are closely connected to how it will make use of data and connected technologies. AI can make a big difference to our lives – for better or worse – and […]
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New plan to support green and digital transition and EU recovery
The European Commission adopted a Communication on a new European Research Area for Research and Innovation. Based on excellence, competitive, open and talent-driven, the new European Research Area will improve Europe’s research and innovation landscape, accelerate the EU’s transition towards climate neutrality and digital leadership, support its recovery from the societal and economic impact of the coronavirus crisis, and […]
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