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European Medical Research Councils - along with learned societies and patients’ groups - make the case for changes to the Horizon 2020 proposals – calling for increased spending on biomedical science and the creation of a European Clinical Research Fund

A fresh approach to studying entrepreneurialism – which combines policy with individual drive – provides the insights needed to identify and address bottlenecks says Erkko Autio

Cash-strapped member states want to reduce the EU’s overall budget, putting the proposed increase in R&D spending under threat. That will make it more difficult to revive Europe’s jaded economy, Teresa Riera Madurell MEP tells Science|Business

With a month to go before EU heads of state will try to fix the budget for Horizon 2020, MEPs, the EU’s Chief Scientist, astronauts and a Star Trek actor highlight the importance of inspiring a new generation of European scientists

Advertising its ‘wants’ online has unlocked a fresh seam of ideas and is motivating in-house researchers at Unilever, says Roger Leech, the company’s Open Innovation Scouting Director

Concerns about job security and a relentless lifestyle are holding back would-be biotech entrepreneurs. Academics need to be shown the fun and energy of being in the start-up world says Kevin Johnson of Index Ventures

At the mid-point of her mandate, Research and Innovation Commissioner Máire Geoghegan-Quinn says a lot has been done, but there is more to do, and some tough battles to win

The evidence is that research into poverty-related and neglected diseases will both benefit developing countries and improve Europe’s economy. Amongst many competing demands it is crucial that R&D funding for global health is maintained in Horizon 2020 says Karen Hoehn

Taking a practical approach to affordable, secure and sustainable energy production can help boost economic development while cutting CO2 emissions, says Andrew Haslett

The London 2012 tingle is receding, but the legacy should be about more than finding a new use for the Olympic Stadium. By Nuala Moran.