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Editorial: Navigating the Fractures: Insights from FP10 Position Papers
As I sit down to write this article, I find myself reflecting on the recent influx of position papers submitted by various stakeholders in the lead-up to the development of the next Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10). I have been closely following these discussions, and I must admit that I am both encouraged and concerned by what I have seen.
On the one hand, it is heartening to see that there is a broad consensus among institutions on the need for a substantial increase in the budget for FP10. According to the impact metrics derived from the position papers, a staggering 80% of the institutions strongly advocate for a significant budget increase, with many calling for a figure of €200 billion or higher. This level of support is a clear indication of the importance that the research and innovation community places on the future of European science and technology.
However, as I delve deeper into the specific priorities and strategies outlined in these position papers, I cannot help but notice the lack of cohesion and alignment in the overall vision for FP10. One of the most striking examples of this is the limited emphasis placed on the integration of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) with STEM disciplines. Only 53% of the institutions strongly advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration, while the remaining 47% express moderate support. This is a concerning trend, given the increasing recognition of the critical role that interdisciplinarity plays in addressing complex societal challenges.
Continue reading the editorial here.
Ricardo Migueis
Head of INESC Brussels HUB
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Deep Dive: BRIDGE initiative sheds light on emerging energy challenges and opportunities, from AI to cybersecurity
In the dynamic and evolving global energy landscape, it is important to keep up with current challenges and seizing the opportunities within the sector. In this respect, several pioneering projects under the BRIDGE initiative are working on topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and e-mobility, and also on the broader issues of engagement and inclusiveness.
Such topics featured high on the agenda of this year’s BRIDGE General Assembly, including the potential application of artificial intelligence (AI), which was highlighted in all of the BRIDGE Working Groups (Data management, Business models, Regulation, Consumer and Citizen engagement).
AI is having a great impact in various smart energy fields, as it has a great potential to increase efficiency, optimise consumption, and improve grid management. AI technologies are already being used in several EU funded projects to process large datasets, predict grid conditions, and reduce false positives when smart meter data are available. AI applications can help in creating more resilient and adaptive energy systems capable of meeting increasing demands and environmental challenges.
The digitalization of energy systems, cybersecurity and the rise of e-mobility solutions have become even more relevant for BRIDGE projects. The integration of e-mobility with energy grids represents an opportunity to achieve broader environmental goals by reducing emissions, fostering innovation across various technological fields, as well as protecting energy infrastructure from the growing cyber threats.
These topics are fully aligned with the objectives of the EU Grid Action Plan. The aim is to modernise Europe’s energy infrastructure, improve grid reliability, and integrate renewable energy sources. (…)
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Thematic Areas
Advanced Computing
Signature of the Hosting Agreement for the Second European Exascale Supercomputer, Alice Recoque
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Google’s DeepMind leads European scoreboard in AI citations
New commitment to deepen work on severe AI risks concludes AI Seoul Summit
Bioengineering and Health Technologies
Industry urges progress on EU biotech initiative
Electronic systems, Microelectronics and Optoelectronics
France to have Europe’s first industrial scale quantum processor manufacturing facility
Power and Energy Systems
A new Euratom project will help diversify nuclear fuel supply
Unlocking the potential: HALEU’s role in energy & medical innovations
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Transversal Areas
EU R&I Policy
EU election unlikely to rock the research boat
Make EU research and innovation a “collective priority”, Draghi says
EU Commission blames low R&D investment for economic stagnation
Talent
ERA Talent Platform: The one-stop-shop gateway for researchers and innovators in Europe and beyond
R&D Funding
ERC guides applicants through lump sum grant applications
EIC & EIT: how the EU’s main innovation institutions are working together
FP10
FP10 needs more innovation competitions and fewer grants
New position papers on FP10: CEA, EMBL, EU-LIFE, VTT
Defence
Cybersecurity centre gets ready to direct EU research
What dual-use companies need to know about new European Investment Bank rules
NATO announces first investments from its €1B innovation fund
EU-NATO collaboration on Defence Research
Ocean
Commission launches digital ocean twin prototype
Climate
EU unveils ‘virtual earth’ to advance climate research
International Cooperation
How European academics can set up safe research collaborations with China
Third Meeting of the Horizon Europe EU-Montenegro Joint Research and Innovation Committee
Growing the Commitment to Public Service in the Technology Ecosystem (US)
Start-ups
European start-up ecosystems are becoming more attractive
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Events & Training
JUNE
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– Global approach: Is the EU’s international cooperation strategy working? Private Science Business Network workshop, 25 June 2024. More info here.
JULY
– 5th Internation ESS Conference, 8-10 July 2024, Lisbon. More info here.
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– Horizon Europe: The road ahead for the European Innovation Council?, 9 July 2024, 2:30-3:30 PM CET, Online event. More info here.
– Annual Network Planning Science Business, 9 July 2024, Brussels, Hybrid event. More info here.
– Summer Reception & Meet the new Parliament, 9 July 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM CET, Brussels. More info here.
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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.
OCTOBER
– Hot prospects: When will quantum tech reach the industrial mainstream?, 17 October 2024, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM, 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.
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