The EU’s €20 billion gigafactories project, designed to train and run large language models, could lack demand, experts say

Four-pillar plan for European Research Area Act aims to boost Europe’s competitiveness, protect academic freedom and support researcher careers 

MEPs concede on sustainability requirements and a full ban on patents for gene-edited plants

Large language models make it easier to write academic papers and grant proposals, further overwhelming the research system, an OECD expert warns

Strategy is set to cover simplification and the future of Horizon Europe partnerships, as industry calls for doubling of EU research funding

The European Space Agency secured a historic budget increase and a clear defence and security mandate at its ministerial council

Europe’s innovation engine runs on great research, but without the private sector fully engaged, it will never reach the market

Underfunding remains one of the main barriers to implementing sustainability and greening activities

As Trump launches the Genesis Mission, experts ask: is it time for a global effort?