R&D News

A surprising number of start-ups have survived a year of Russian attacks, and even found ways to grow. Some are developing products relevant to the war effort, such as solar powered water purification and new mine clearance technology

A European Investment Bank-run ‘fund of funds’ aims to further French-led ambitions for a globally competitive EU tech industry

The country wants to double collaboration with the EU, and Kiwi researchers are excited about starting new projects. But the challenge of controlling costs, parliamentary scrutiny and sheer distance could all present obstacles

Seven ministers are due to step down from positions on public trust foundations, but whether this will allay EU rule of law concerns is not yet clear

As the US tries to strangle China’s access to technology, Beijing is reorganising its R&D landscape and incentives in a bid to become more self-reliant. European companies and researchers will need to navigate these shifting priorities

EU ministers talk about cooperation on data sharing and open science publishing at the kick off meeting for research and innovation policy under Sweden’s six-month EU presidency. Here’s what to expect in the coming months

The fund is a signature project by which Commission president Ursula von der Leyen aims to underpin EU technology prowess. But a leading MEP from the European People’s Party thinks there is plenty of money already and it needs to be better spent

International economist Luc Soete, a key advocate of open science, explains and reflects on the EU’s growing support for ’strategic autonomy’ in science and technology

Hugh Brady, president of Imperial College London, argues Washington’s vast green tech stimulus makes UK association to Horizon Europe crucial. There are signs London and Brussels are edging towards a broader agreement

In 2021, a majority of EU governments signed up to an initiative to create a better legal framework for start-up formation and growth. Now, after a long silence, there is progress to report