Calcium is a crucial mineral that the body needs for good health. Many people take calcium supplements hoping to strengthen their bones, particularly when they suffer from osteoporosis, a condition in which the density and quality of bones are reduced. However, the safety of calcium supplements has been questioned because of their possible association with cardiovascular […]
MyNewGut project: The role of our gut biome in our health and well-being
The evidence is piling up: the gut microbiome influences the development and function of the immune, endocrine and nervous systems, which regulate energy balance and behaviour. The MyNewGut project looked into the role of the biome and the disease risk-reduction potential of dietary intervention. The MyNewGut spanish project received support from the EU to shed light […]
Reducing the R&I divide among countries by sharing knowledge and expertise across the EU
It is an undeniable fact that economic growth and increased competitiveness in Europe can only happen by investing in Research and Innovation (R&I). Major benefits can be achieved by tapping into Europe’s unexploited potential in R&I through increased participation in the Horizon 2020 framework research programme coupled with greater commitment from low R&I performing Member […]
Xylella fastidiosa trailer: Can science find a solution?
Título: Xylella fastidiosa trailer: Can science find a solution? Autor: European Food Safety Authority Duración: 02:22 Resumen: ¿Qué es la Xylella fastidiosa? ¿Cómo se propaga? ¿Y puede ser controlado? Los investigadores en el sur de Italia han estado trabajando arduamente para encontrar respuestas a estas preguntas cruciales. La EFSA se reunió con ellos para saber más. […]
RegioStars Awards 2019
Launched by the European Commission, the RegioStars Awards 2019 aim to identify good practice in regional development and to highlight original and innovative projects that could be an inspiration to other regions. The Award Categories for 2019 are: Promoting digital transformation Connecting the green, blue and grey Combatting inequalities and poverty Building climate-resilient cities Modernising health services. […]
ECIBC – European Commission Initiative on Breast Cancer
Título: ECIBC – European Commission Initiative on Breast Cancer Autor: EU Science Hub – Centro Común de Investigación Duración: 01:31 Resumen: Este video presenta los valores y objetivos del trabajo de la Comisión Europea para reducir la carga del cáncer de mama dentro de la Iniciativa Europea de Cáncer de Mama para el Cáncer de Mama […]
An edible sunscreen product
Everyday use of beauty and personal care products exposes people to more than 100 chemicals with potential toxic effects. Alternative technologies are required that are more friendly to the skin and the environment. Many chemicals present in beauty products such as parabens or phthalates cause undesirable toxic effects in humans and the environment. Even UV […]
Science Meets Parliaments 2019
Título: Science Meets Parliaments 2019 Autor: EU Science Hub – Centro Común de Investigación Duración: 03:49 Resumen: Los creadores de políticas y los científicos se necesitan mutuamente para diseñar soluciones para los desafíos de nuestro tiempo. Esta es la razón por la que, todos los años, los reunimos para el evento “La ciencia se une a […]
R&I cooperation between EU and Middle East reaches new heights
Boosting international cooperation in research and innovation (R&I) requires a strengthened dialogue between actors from the EU and targeted regions. It also involves identifying obstacles to cooperation and solutions to overcome them. The EU-funded MERID project promoted and intensified EU-Middle East R&I cooperation by building on previous international cooperation experiences in the Mediterranean and Middle […]