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The EU is on a mission with researchers to protect our planet and society.
By helping researchers discover new ways to improve people’s lives, and to protect us from climate change and global health shocks, the EU is building a better future for all of us.
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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are everywhere – from plastics to cosmetics – silently affecting our reproductive health. EU-funded researchers are shedding light on the risks and developing better tests to protect future generations.
Four research institutions were named EU Gender Equality Champions for creating more inclusive and gender-equal research environments. With measures such as boosting parental support and mentoring, or tackling systemic barriers, they are paving the way for even more equality in the future.
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EU-funded researchers have developed adaptable robots that could transform the way we recycle electronic waste, benefiting both the environment and the economy.
EU-funded researchers are developing a smarter system of sustainable cooling, replacing toxic refrigerants with safer, more efficient and recyclable metals.
EU-funded researchers are combining cutting-edge research with sustainable forestry practices to protect our forests and preserve the many environmental benefits they provide.
European cities of the future should be greener, smarter and more inclusive, according to young Poles who shared their vision during the EU Youth Policy Dialogue in Warsaw.
EU-funded researchers are exploring the issue of hidden hunger in Europe to understand why people who have enough food to eat may not be getting sufficient micronutrients to maintain good health.
From fossil remains to satellites, the wonders of EU-funded research were on full display at the Science is Wonderful fair in Belgium, awing children and adults alike.
Diversifying food sources and developing underused, nutrient-rich crops could help combat malnutrition and enhance food security in Africa.
EU-funded researchers are using AI to help ease the flow in Europe’s cities, making urban environments both safer and greener.
EU-funded researchers are working to reduce the health risks associated with Down syndrome and improve long-term quality of life.
With sea traffic set to rise in a warming Arctic, EU-funded researchers are helping sailors plot a safer course through sea ice and icebergs thanks to more reliable satellite-based forecasts.
EU-funded researchers are looking to hot air to overcome the supply and demand issues faced by solar energy and ease the clean energy transition.
EU-funded researchers have developed smart tags to guarantee the authenticity and traceability of wine from vineyard to table, helping to combat counterfeiting and boost consumer trust.
EU researchers are testing a robot that can have basic conversations in busy surroundings, with the idea of assisting people arriving at hospitals.
Researchers are creating advanced simulations that will provide a deeper understanding of Mars’s climatic history and help to determine whether it was once able to sustain life.
EU-funded researchers are joining forces to meet consumer demands to know more about where seafood comes from, its carbon footprint and nutritional value.
EU-funded researchers are improving the tracking and certification of biological waste to help give it a second life as new bio-based products.
EU-funded researchers are championing smarter and more sustainable ways to safeguard biological samples and data donated by millions of citizens. The aim is greater international preparedness for potential future health threats like pandemics.
Citizen scientists are drawing on personal experience to help researchers create new plant-based fermented foods and maximise their health benefits.
EU-funded researchers are using art to create a more inclusive and engaging science education experience for all students, free from the constraints of stereotypes.
The latest European Commission public opinion survey on attitudes towards science and technology points to a need to make research even more open and relevant to the needs of society.