Bioprocess Engineering Research Group (BioERG) at Middle East Technical University (METU) invites applications for one fully funded PhD position within the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network LeAD – Leveraging Anaerobic Digestion through environmental stresses. The project focuses on anaerobic digestion under stressed conditions, with emphasis on electroactive microorganisms in MEC-integrated AD systems. In this project we would like to focus on […]
Safeguarding democracy in Europe: Council shines a light on culture’s vital role
At a time of increasing geopolitical uncertainty, culture and cultural heritage are essential to safeguarding democracy and upholding European values. This is the message put forward by EU culture ministers in conclusions approved in Brussels today. The ministers stress the need to protect and promote culture in all its forms and Europe’s cultural heritage as crucial factors in […]
EU and Southern Mediterranean partners launch the Pact for the Mediterranean in Barcelona
On November 28, Ministers from EU Member States and Southern Mediterranean partner countries gathered in Barcelona to jointly launch the Pact for the Mediterranean: an historic moment for the EU’s deeper cooperation with Mediterranean countries. The launch took place on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Barcelona Process, a partnership that promotes cooperation and stability between […]
Forum – Youth Policy Dialogue: Be a Young Voice for the Ocean – Chipre
Are you passionate about the future of our ocean? Now you can have the opportunity to sit down with Commissioner Kadis and commissioner Micallef to discuss the EU’s ocean governance and policies, with a focus on blue career opportunities, the future of fisheries and aquaculture and the preservation of underwater cultural heritage. Eligibility criteria Currently reside […]
EU and the Republic of Korea reinforce tech and digital cooperation at the third Digital Partnership Council
On November 28th, the European Union and the Republic of Korea (ROK) reaffirmed the central role of their partnership in advancing cooperation on emerging digital technologies to unlock mutual benefits for their economies. During the third Digital Partnership Council held in Seoul, the EU also underlined its commitment to strengthening cooperation with digital partners across […]
PhD – Contemporary History – France
Fascist and Neo-Fascist Networks between Italy and France: migration, circulation of ideas and political legacy, 1930s-1950s In recent decades, scholars have increasingly studied fascism from a transnational perspective, emphasising the dissemination of fascist ideas and political practices across European and transatlantic contexts. This research project intends to contribute to this framework by investigating the development […]
Commission outlines priorities to boost EU competitiveness in its 2026 European Semester Autumn Package
The European Commission adopted on November 26th the 2026 European Semester Autumn Package, setting out economic and employment policy priorities to boost competitiveness. In an increasingly challenging geopolitical environment, the Commission calls for coordinated action to strengthen productivity, innovation and investment, in line with the Competitiveness Compass. The Autumn Package launches the 2026 European Semester cycle, which will improve […]
Child sexual abuse: Council reaches position on regulation to protect children from online abuse
The EU is stepping up its efforts to combat child sexual abuse. Representatives of the EU Member States agreed today on the Council’s position on a Regulation to prevent and combat child sexual abuse. Once adopted, the new regulation will establish obligations for digital companies to prevent the dissemination of child sexual abuse material and […]
Scholarships – Connecting Europe Fellowship – Belgium
The European Policy Centre (EPC) is inviting applications for the Connecting Europe Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals from EU enlargement countries to advance their research, connect with Brussels-based policymakers, and contribute to transnational dialogue on Europe’s future. What is it Fellows will spend three months in Brussels between February and December 2026, developing […]