by ATHENA | Apr 15, 2024 | News
A position paper from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research aims to combine academic freedom and national security. The Alliance of Science Organisations in Germany reacts cautiously, while the response from the defence industry is much more positive....
by ATHENA | Apr 13, 2024 | News
Ministers meeting in Luxembourg today welcome the Action Plan presented by President Calviño to update the definition of dual-use projects and extend EIB credit lines to SMEs and innovative startups in security and defence. Further to EIB Group internal approval...
by ATHENA | Apr 13, 2024 | News
An EU-Australia Joint Science and Technology Cooperation Committee meeting took place on 11 April 2024 in Brussels. On this occasion, the EU and Australia reaffirmed their commitment to science and technology cooperation, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the...
by ATHENA | Apr 13, 2024 | News
The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the names of 255 outstanding research leaders in Europe set to be awarded ERC Advanced Grants. The funding provides leading senior researchers with the opportunity to pursue ambitious, curiosity-driven projects that...
by ATHENA | Apr 13, 2024 | News
The European University Association (EUA) and swissuniversities have issued a joint statement welcoming the Swiss Federal Council and the European Commission’s respective adoption of final mandates for negotiations between Switzerland and the EU. Both associations...
by ATHENA | Apr 13, 2024 | News
On 12 April 2024, the European Commission launched the 12th edition of the European Social Innovation Competition (EUSIC). The prize promotes social innovations that provide solutions to societal challenges and foster sustainable and inclusive growth in Europe. The...
