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Building a more trustworthy connected world
The internet of things is growing, but security gaps such as poor visibility, weak trust standards and fragmented information sharing remain a challenge. The EU-funded ERATOSTHENES project tested a new approach to securing IoT devices in real-world settings. Europeans could soon benefit from increased resilience and improved compliance with EU cybersecurity and data protection laws.
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Examining how digital technologies reshape society and culture
From smartphones to AI avatars, digital technologies are changing how many Europeans live, work and socialise. To better understand these shifts, the EU-funded CHANSE project launched a transnational call for projects focused on social and cultural dynamics in the digital age. The results are 26 projects shedding light on shifts in democracy, society, religion, media, education and more.
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Montenegro dives into home grown underwater science
Subsea sensor networks are critical for oceanographic data collection, archaeology, pollution monitoring and maritime security. Developing these systems is demanding, and requires specialist expertise and advanced infrastructure. The EU-funded MONUSEN project helped researchers in Montenegro expand their knowledge and upgrade equipment, increasing the nation’s capacity.
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Greater cultural inclusivity is key to social progress in Europe
European cultural activities and institutions can help drive social progress – but only with the right enabling policies, according to the EU-funded INVENT project. Thanks to one of the biggest-ever European culture studies, researchers can now offer recommendations for including culture within broader policy areas, such as education, social welfare and well-being.
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Closing the gender gap in research institutions
European research institutions have long struggled with gender inequalities. The EU-funded MINDtheGEPs project identified hidden gender biases within institutional policies and practices, and used organisational data to guide practical measures through gender equality plans.
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Breaking the cycle of early school leaving
Over 3 million young people in the EU lack a full secondary education, reducing their prospects of employment and financial security. The EU-funded SCIREARLY project turned decades of education research into tools and policy guidance, empowering schools to tackle early school leaving and underachievement across Europe.
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New ways to diagnose and treat complex brain disorders
Dementia, epilepsy and sleep apnoea can be difficult to diagnose and treat. By integrating patient data from sleep studies, electroencephalograms, MRIs and bio-samples, as well as data coming from wearable devices such as smartwatches, a new platform helps clinicians make timely and accurate diagnoses. In doing so, it ensures that patients get the right treatment right away.
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Potential new pathways to treating cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks and strokes, is the leading cause of death in the EU. By understanding the cellular mechanisms that help shape our blood vessels, the EU-funded ForceMorph project is discovering safer and smarter ways to treat these conditions, opening a path towards pioneering new therapies.
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The hidden patterns that shape children’s social understanding
Even very young infants pay close attention to social interactions around them – who gives, who shares and how these interactions play out. Experimental research by the EU-funded PARTNERS project has revealed that children build their understanding of social relationships in a very different way to adults, prompting a major rethink of social cognition.
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Co-created solutions for a fairer green transition
The European Green Deal’s transition measures are addressing the urgent challenges of today, but the risk of inequality remains. To counter this, the EU-funded ACCTING project has been co-designing and trialling climate actions with marginalised groups. The approach has resulted in more active participation and tangible results.

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