The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is a Directorate-General of the European Commission, providing independent science and technology advice to European policymakers. The JRC offers internships to young trainees who wish to acquire scientific work experience and to put into practice the scientific knowledge they have obtained during their studies or professional careers. There are two types […]
The UAL advances in R+D+i in agrifoods
On April 29, the UAL and Kimitec have developed a project under the name of ‘Cátedra Kimitec-Farm to fork’ in which research, dissemination and research training activities will be launched under the concept ‘Farm to fork’ (from farm to fork). The purpose is to promote an agri-food production system that ensures food protection and, at […]
Call for External Evaluators in Malta
Description The University of Malta is looking for external evaluators to get involved in the selection process of its annual internal research proposals, called the Research Excellence Awards. The call will bring a pool of external experts (PoEE) in four specific scientific domains selected through an open process to ensure transparent, impartial and consistent evaluation […]
Support for simple programmes – Union quality schemes
Scope The objective is to increase the awareness and recognition of the Union quality schemes, namely: quality schemes: protected designation of origin (PDO), protected geographical indication (PGI), traditional specialty guaranteed (TSG) and optional quality terms; the logo for quality agricultural products specific to the outermost regions of the Union. Information and promotion programmes on Union […]
Particle physics milestone achieved at CERN
After 50 years of research, physicists have found evidence that the elusive subatomic quasiparticle called odderon actually exists. For most of us, physics terms such as odderon are – and will always remain – firmly lodged in the science fiction realm. Not so for the scientific community, whose determined members spent nearly half a century […]
Professor Position in Environmental Law in Belgium
Description Ghent University is one of the most important education and research institutions in the Low Countries. On a daily basis, over 9,000 staff members and 41,000 students implement its motto “Dare to Think”. Ghent University’s mission statement is characterised by qualitative education, internationally renowned research and a pluralistic social responsibility. Experience – You have […]
Professor Position in Educational Science in United Arab Emirates
Description The College of Education (CEDU) at The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) seeks an innovative faculty member who is able to contribute to the ongoing and developing undergraduate and postgraduate programs in education. The successful candidate will engage in teaching, research, and program development and engage with educational stakeholders e.g. schools; government ministries, to […]
Can life from Earth survive on a planet like Mars?
Some microbes on Earth could temporarily survive on the surface of Mars, new study finds. As the Perseverance rover hunts for evidence of past life on Mars’ barren surface, researchers back on Earth are exploring just how difficult it might be for living organisms to survive there today. Findings published in the journal ‘Frontiers in […]
Post-doctoral position in Biology in France
Description The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France. Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands […]