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Sicily’s famous Opera dei Pupi is part of Europe’s rich puppet theatre heritage. © Andrea Izzotti, Shutterstock.com
EU-funded researchers are exploring the rich tapestry of puppetry in Europe since the 1600s and its contribution to shaping Europe’s cultural identity.
EU-funded researchers will continue pushing the boundaries in 2025 with advances to benefit society and the environment. © chayanuphol, Shutterstock.com
From solar energy beamed from space to genetic brain maps and live self-repairing bridges, research in 2025…
The transformation of industrial manufacturing towards greater sustainability will rely on machines and computers working seamlessly together. © A9 STUDIO, Shutterstock.com
In an age of smart machines, EU-funded researchers are ensuring that they are being designed with…
Technological advancements such as 3D scans based on drone images are helping archaeologists document Europe’s heritage before sites and artefacts are lost to future generations.
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EU-funded researchers are reclaiming Europe’s space in the online world by developing the infrastructure needed to support a greater diversity of European search engines.
EU-funded researchers are fortifying Europe’s electricity sector against increasingly sophisticated attacks by cybercriminals.
Drones can make air freight cheaper and remote areas more connected. But tracking them will be key.
EU-funded researchers are using the latest digital technologies to improve access to Europe’s rich musical and cultural heritage and facilitate the creation of new cultural connections.
3D printing is set to revolutionise European manufacturing, producing complex, multilayered components for everything from toys and cars to wind turbines and satellites.
Greener sensors, circuit boards and other electronic devices are being developed by EU researchers to reduce unsustainably high levels of e-waste.
EU-funded researchers are taking technologies known as “smart wearables” to the next level.
Automation will play a growing role in people’s lives and Europe has the know-how to lead the way, according to a top Italian researcher.
With the race to build a new generation of computers heating up, European companies are eyeing the game-changing opportunities.