The ERA in full swing: second EU-level Report demonstrates significant achievements in implementing the ERA Policy Agenda

by ATHENA | Jun 5, 2025 | News

This EU-level report provides the second 18-month review of the progress towards the priority areas for joint action under the European Research Area (ERA), as laid down in the Pact for Research and Innovation in Europe (Pact for R&I), and of the implementation of...

Report shows how ERC Proof of Concept Grants transform frontier research into real-world innovations

by ATHENA | Jun 5, 2025 | News

A newly published report highlights the impact of the ERC Proof of Concept (PoC) Grants in translating cutting-edge research into practical solutions for society and the market. Accounting for just 1% of the European Research Council’s total budget—€259 million...

European Semester Spring Package: EC urges Member States to step up R&I investments and reform

by ATHENA | Jun 5, 2025 | News

On 4 June 2025, the European Commission presented its 2025 European Semester Spring Package. The annual package offers country-specific guidance on economic and social policies. This year’s edition highlights research and innovation as pivotal drivers of...

European Innovation Ecosystems Info day : Presentations available

by ATHENA | Jun 4, 2025 | Workshops

In case you were unable to attend the Online Info session: Regional Innovation Valleys, Preparatory Action & Women TechEU – 2025 calls for proposals, we’re pleased to let you know that the recording of the session and the presentation slides are...

European Education Area: business as usual is no longer an option

by ATHENA | Jun 4, 2025 | News

On 3 June, EUA President Josep M Garrell represented the European university sector during a High-Level Implementation Dialogue on the European Education Area (EEA). This event, convened and hosted by European Commission Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu,...