On 29 May, the Council adopted a Recommendation on the development of a new European Union framework for science diplomacy. The framework aims to strengthen the Union’s position as a global leader in science and technology and to use scientific cooperation to advance its foreign policy objectives. Science as a diplomatic tool The Recommendation emphasises […]
The EU and Nigeria open negotiations on a bilateral agreement on cooperation in science and technology
The European Commission, on behalf of the EU, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have started negotiations for a bilateral Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement. The aim is to boost cooperation in research and innovation, in line with the conclusions of the 2023 EU-Nigeria Strategic Dialogue and the 2024 EU-Nigeria Summit. A bilateral agreement on […]
PhD – Hydrology and Climate Risk – Greece
The Technical University of Crete offers a fully funded PhD position in an international environment, with excellent training opportunities and strong connections to practical applications, to work in the field of climate risks and flood impact in Africa, in close collaboration with leading international partners and end users. The TUC School of Chemical and Environmental […]
PhD – Institute of Chemical and Biological Technology – Portugal
Position Duties Applications are invited for a Master’s scholarship within the framework of the project entitled Aquiliv: Liver-Specific Therapy, reference 124.219 IP-LS Aquiliv, funded by Innosuisse – Swiss Innovation Agency. Requirements – Experience in organic synthesis – Hardworking and highly organized – Strong motivation to work in a team – Strong motivation to continue doctoral […]
PhD – Sustainable Stone – Portugal
The University of Coimbra is opening a call for the allocation of a research grant, with one or more positions, under the Sustainable Stone for Portugal (7249) project. Job Functions The call is governed by this Notice of Opening, by the University of Coimbra’s Research Grant Regulation (RBI-UC), subsidiarily by the Research Grant Regulation of […]
EU awards €20 million to 134 science projects with real applications
The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the results of the latest round of its 2024 proof-of-concept competition. A total of 134 projects will receive grants, each worth €150,000. The proof-of-concept grant enables ERC-funded researchers to test the practical feasibility of scientific concepts, explore commercial opportunities or prepare patent applications, helping them to bridge the […]
Spain among the largest recipients of grants to support research excellence
The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded its Consolidation Grants to 328 researchers from across Europe. These grants, totalling €678 million, aim to support outstanding scientists and academics in setting up their independent research teams and developing their most promising scientific ideas. The funding is provided through the EU’s Horizon Europe programme. Spain is the […]
European Personnel Selection Office – Offers for scientific research administrators
Do you have experience in scientific research and would you like to start an international career in a multicultural and diverse team? If so, this information is of interest to you. The European Institutions are looking for Scientific Research Administrators. The recruited officials (grade AD 7) will work mainly for the Joint Research Centre (JRC) […]
Promoting radiation research that benefits science and society
RadoNorm is engaging citizens in research related to testing and mitigating carcinogenic radon in high-risk areas. Its aim is to enhance protection against risks stemming from exposure to the radioactive gas. The EU-funded RadoNorm project was launched with the goal of achieving effective radiation protection based on better scientific evidence and social considerations. The project […]