In the first of a series of short COVID-19 researcher profiles, Karolinska Institutet researcher Ujjwal Neogi explains how he is trying to understand how the virus replicates and affects the host – and describes life in the lab

The Labour Party’s Josianne Cutajar argues for broad investment in skills, and giving citizens more say in EU spending

Lega’s Paolo Borchia MEP argues that until there’s a recovery from COVID-19, big plans such as the Green Deal should be shelved

Two MEPs, from either end of the political spectrum, give their views on what the post-coronavirus budget should look like

European Commission health chief calls for more power to organise health systems for crises, while parliament’s budget chair issues warning on China

After switching R&D resources to focus on COVID-19, Mariya Gabriel suggests upcoming EU long-term budget will defend €94B earmarked for research from 2021-2027

The resumption of normal life is being attempted, but scientists warn that a new surge in infections can’t be ruled out

Parliament is working on new amendments to legal framework of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology which are to be voted in the industry committee by the end June

The crisis is an opportunity to explore alternative visions for society, says RIKEN’s newly appointed international director