Editorial: Strategic Thinking for FP10: Setting the Stage for Success

As the EU prepares for the 10th Framework Programme (FP10) for Research and Innovation, it’s clear that strategic thinking will be the cornerstone of its success. INESC TEC will release (what we think is an innovative, deeply thought-through and objective) position paper that will underscore the importance of creating the right conditions for impactful and sustainable research and innovation. 

The Importance of Strategic Thinking 

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global research and innovation, the ability to anticipate challenges and leverage opportunities is crucial. Strategic thinking involves not just identifying which initiatives deserve funding, but ensuring that the framework supporting these initiatives is robust and adaptable. This forward-looking approach is essential for addressing critical societal challenges and maintaining Europe’s competitive edge. 

Continue reading it here. 

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INESC Highlights

Unveiling the groundbreaking advancements and initiatives from INESC institutes: 

European supercomputer users can now get specialized “next level” support and training 

How technology and robotics are helping Brazil monitor and control an invasive coral species 

“Our dependence on IT systems is growing, and therefore, the problems affect us more, seem to happen more, and have more visibility” – Interview with Miguel Pupo Correia, INESC-ID board member 

How to innovate in an inclusive way? INESC TEC and Women in Tech Portugal show the way 

INESC TEC advances the future of communications at international conference 

INESC TEC-coordinated project using virtual reality to promote physical exercise and socialisation among the older population comes to an end 

Researchers from the University of Texas visit INESC TEC to reduce distances in high-performance computing  

How can companies address global challenges? INESC TEC showcased AI solutions at the QSP Summit 

Fostering innovation and excellence within our community.

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We invite you to engage, to reflect, and to join us in shaping the discourse that will define the future of research and innovation in Europe.
Check the full version of the newsletter below or directly on our website and do not hesitate to contact us:

Ricardo Migueis, Head of INESC Brussels HUB – ricardo.migueis@inesctec.pt

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Podcast: The Insider on FP10 – A conversation with Tadas Tumènas

This week, as holidays are approaching and The Insider will go on holiday, we will skip the round-up and share an engaging episode as we sit down with Tadas Tumènas, Head of the Lithuanian RDI Liaison Office LINO and Lecturer in Innovation Policy and Management at Mykolas Romeris University. With a rich background in EU Science, Technology, and Innovation policy, Tadas shares his journey from policy analyst to leading Lithuania’s integration into international research networks. 

We explore Lithuania’s current state in the EU R&I landscape, its strengths in digital innovation and the challenges it faces. Tadas provides an insightful overview of Lithuania’s position on the upcoming FP10, emphasizing the need for funding blue-sky research, fostering critical technologies, and broadening participation across EU regions. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of policy and technological advancement within the EU framework. 

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation filled with expert insights and forward-looking perspectives on the future of European research and innovation. 

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe! 

The Insider Goes on Holiday

Please note that The Insider podcast and this newsletter will be taking a break for the summer holidays and will return at the end of August.
We look forward to bringing you more engaging and insightful episodes upon our return. Until then, enjoy your summer reading and stay inspired! 

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Out of the box: 

“Out of the box” is a section about… those different, geeky ideas we all love. 

In this week’s “Out of the Box” section of this newsletter, I share three captivating books perfect for your summer holidays. These books, though varied in their themes, offer profound insights that can inspire and invigorate R&I professionals. Discover why Stoner by John Williams, Power and Prediction by Ajay Agrawal, and Dare to Lead by Brené Brown are must-reads for researchers, innovators and leaders. Each book provides unique lessons that are particularly relevant for administrators, directors, managers, and researchers. Dive into these thought-provoking reads and recharge your intellectual batteries this summer! 

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Note: Various articles in today’s newsletter are part of the “Funding Newswire” section in Science Business. In this section, you can find the latest news on research funding, from calls to policy updates and their implications.  

INESC is part of the Science Business Network, so you get free access to this section by signing up with your institutional email (it must be an email address from any of the 5 INESC institutes). 

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Thematic Areas

Advanced Computing 

CNRS dominates quantum computing publications in Europe 

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 

Development of a General Purpose AI Code of Practice: Opportunities for Contribution: 

• AI Act: Have Your Say on Trustworthy General-Purpose AI 

• AI Act: Participate in the drawing-up of the first General-Purpose AI Code of Practice 

Bioengineering and Health Technologies 

Cluster blueprint for a cancer Mission philosophy 

Electronic systems, Microelectronics and Optoelectronics 

New €180M call opens as the EU’s semiconductor pilot lines take shape 

How imec’s network model accelerates semiconductor innovation 

Power and Energy Systems 

Fusion investment grows from $6.2B to $7.1B in a year 

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Transversal Areas

EU R&I Policy 

Von der Leyen commits to Green Deal, reassuring EU clean tech industry 

Meet the European Parliament’s industry and research committee, class of 2024 

R&D Funding

US companies are the biggest beneficiaries of the European Research Council 

Calls for research in water and maritime protection 

Commission releases Horizon Europe audit guide 

Old and new MEPs push back against planned Horizon Europe cuts 

Inside Germany’s Sprind innovation agency 

How KU Leuven became the top Horizon Europe grant winner 

FP10

Viewpoint: Towards €200B for FP 10: consolidation or re-nationalisation of European Research? 

Defence

US moves forward with plan for national research security centre 

Industry

ERA industrial technologies roadmap on human-centric research and innovation for the manufacturing sector 

Universities

How German academia is becoming more aware of China risks 

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Job Opportunities at INESC

– INESC TEC has 69 vacancies in different work areas, such as Power Systems, Computer Science, and more. Find more at INESCTEC website and via LinkedIn  

– INESC-ID has 6 open positions. Know more here. 

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Events & Training

SEPTEMBER  

– Valorise this: How to speed and scale up tech transfer?, 12 September 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Brussels. Hybrid event. More info here. 
– Europe’s next tech leaders: Bridging the skills gap, 24 September 2024, 6:00 – 9:00 PM CET, Brussels. More info here.
– 11th Edition R&D Controlling and Performance Management, 25 September 2024, Frankfurt. More info here. 

OCTOBER  

– The role of Southeast Europe: How to maintain, build, and interconnect the research and innovation infrastructures in Europe?, 1 October 2024, Skopje. More info here.
– 2025 Annual Network Conference: Member consultation and planning meeting. 3 October 2024, 02:00 – 03:30 CET, Online Webinar. More info here.
– Brave new world: Building Europe’s capacities for defence and security R&D, 17 October 2024, 10:00 AM- 04:30 CET, Brussels. More info here. 

NOVEMBER  

– Horizon Europe: New priorities for the European Research Area policy agenda?, 19 November 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. More info here.