Europe’s First “Greenathon”: Hacking the European Green Deal: Applications are now open!
Applications are open until 28 September 2020. read more
News archive
The Science is Wonderful! exhibition is live!
From 22 to 24 September, you will be able to talk to researchers, visit their booths and participate to an array of live activities. read more
Commission supports international clinical research network to treat COVID-19
An ambitious new EU-funded research initiative, EU-RESPONSE, will establish a clinical research network to treat COVID-19 and other emerging infectious diseases. The Commission announced today that it... read more
EIT Digital report provides recommendations for a European approach to Artificial Intelligence
On 18 September 2020, the European Institute of Innovation and Technology published the report "A European approach to Artificial Intelligence: A policy perspective“ which is the third in EIT Digital’... read more
European higher education in the Covid-19 crisis
This briefing looks at the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on higher education in Europe over the past six months. In particular, it examines the sudden shift to emergency remote learning and teaching, ... read more
[Event Announcement] Cultural and Creative Regional Ecosystems (CCRE-S3) Workshop at 18th European Week of Regions and Cities
We are pleased to invite you to the “Cultural and Creative Regional Ecosystems (CCRE-S3)” online workshop, organised in the framework of the 18th European Week of Regions and Cities, on Wednesday 14 October... read more
[Event Review] Sixth virtual Western Balkans Research and Innovation Meeting, 9 September 2020
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, regular virtual meetings allowing for continuation of work and dialogue are being organised by the EC and the Service Facility. Alternative options for the 7th Western... read more
Info Day on the European Green Deal Call at European R&I days 2020
You are kindly invited to take part in the Info Day on the European Green Deal Call, on 23 and 24 September. The digital info day is organised by the European Commission’s Directorate General for Research... read more
The Commission publishes recommendations for a common EU testing approach for COVID-19
The Commission has published a set of recommendations for a common COVID-19 testing approach in Europe, as a follow-up initiative of the 15 July Communication on Short-Term EU Health Preparedness for ... read more
EIGE data on women and men in decision-making released
EIGE has published its latest data on women and men in decision-making across the EU, in the seven countries that receive support from the EU’s Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA), and in Iceland... read more
[Call Announcement] Call for Videos: Global Bioeconomy Summit 2020
The International Advisory Council on Global Bioeconomy (IAC) is looking for creative start-ups, large-scale established companies and publicly funded research programs that want to present their work... read more
Coronavirus: Eight macro-financial assistance programmes agreed to support enlargement and neighbourhood partners
The Commission, on behalf of the EU, has agreed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) on macro-financial assistance (MFA) programmes with eight partners. The agreements are part of the €3 billion MFA package... read more
Enlargement Package on the agenda of the Commission possibly on 6 October
European Commission may discuss the Enlargement Package, including individual reports on EU candidates and potential candidate countries, on 6 October. read more
ESOF 2020 in Numbers/Review
An innovative format gathered top-quality scientific discussion that achieved resounding success among on-site and online participants. Some 2500 people registered for the event; among these, more... read more
European Green Deal Call: €1 billion investment to boost the green and digital transition
The European Commission has decided today to launch a €1 billion call for research and innovation projects that respond to the climate crisis and help protect Europe's unique ecosystems and biodiversity... read more
[Event Announcement] European Research and Innovation Days Session: ‘‘Towards an innovation agenda for the Western Balkans”
Date: 24 September 2020, 10.00 The Western Balkans are a strategic priority for the European Commission. The EU has increased its efforts to boost the economic growth and support reforms required for... read more
[Event Announcement] Global Bioeconomy Summit
The Global Bioeconomy Summit (GBS) is a high-level, biennial international conference. It has become the leading event with a format to globally review and discuss emerging opportunities and challenges... read more
Ups and downs of managing an EU project
Managing an EU funded project can be tricky. You need to be aware of all the rules and obligations, the different reporting schemes depending on each programme, be ready for checks, audits and reviews... read more
Von der Leyen: Western Balkans are part of Europe, not just a stopover on the Silk Road
President of European Commission Ursula von der Leyen stated that the future of the Western Balkans is in the EU during her first annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament. read more
[Call Announcement] Call for proposals for access to integrated multidisciplinary facilities for Materials and Biomaterials (Deadline: 1 Oct. 2020)
In the framework of the long-standing cooperation between the CEI -Executive Secretariat and the Central European Research Infrastructure Consortium, CERIC-ERIC, the CEI is glad to announce a new Call... read more
[Call Announcement] RISE Open Call to Support Young Social Entrepreneurs
The RISE project is launching its open call for applications for young entrepreneurs from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia to develop their social business... read more
Clean Air For All – a lesson on key air pollutants
This past winter will be remembered by unprecedented levels of air pollution in almost the entire Western Balkan region. Information provided by official institutions was in contradiction with measurements... read more
Commission supports crucial research on convalescent plasma to treat COVID-19
An important new EU-funded research project, SUPPORT-E, will support and coordinate efforts to determine if COVID-19 convalescent plasma transfusion – using plasma from patients who recovered from the... read more
Commission to publish plan for reviving the European Research Area
After pandemic delay, plans for a new-look ERA are due on 30 September. At same time, the European Commission will launch a Digital Education Action Plan and set out objectives for refreshing the European... read more
COVID-19 crisis threatens Europe’s aerospace R&D strengths, industry warns
But pandemic not sufficient reason to rip up green and digital research plans, executives say at Science|Business conference. read more
EU4Business Entrepreneurship Success Stories: Ajla Kasapović Launched a Platform for Restaurant Booking
We proudly present an entrepreneur Ajla Kasapović and her restaurant booking platform meetnmeat.com, created within the EU4Business project. Ajla graduated from the catering and tourism high school. After... read more
EU Ambassador Sattler opened the Centre for Entrepreneurship in Sarajevo
The Head of the EU Delegation to BiH and EU Special Representative Ambassador Johann Sattler has officially opened the Centre for Excellence in Entrepreneurship in Sarajevo at a ribbon-cutting ceremony... read more
EU Supports Serbia’s Fight against Coronavirus by Hiring 200 Medical Professionals
Doctor, nurses, administrative staff—some 200 medical professionals will be given employment as part of European Union’s assistance in fighting coronavirus in Serbia. read more
[Event Review] Advancing R&I ecosystems in the Western Balkans with regard to their ERA integration, 4 September 2020
Two virtual sessions were organised by the International Service Facility on behalf of the EC DG R&I at ESOF 2020, to inform and promote the strong potential of the Western Balkans' R&I capacities... read more
[Event Review] Networking Western Balkans R&I community towards success
The second session organised by the International Service Facility on behalf of the EC DG R&I at ESOF 2020 was "Networking Western Balkans R&I community towards success" and was held... read more
Regional Broadband Infrastructure Development in Albania Closing Workshop
Deployment of broadband networks will provide several benefits to Albania leading to economic and social development by increasing business opportunities in public and private economic sectors alike. ... read more
RISE: Info Sessions for Young Entrepreneurs
RISE (Regional Incubator for Social Entrepreneurs) aims to enrich the Western Balkan social entrepreneurship ecosystem and enable young people to develop innovative societal solutions thus contributing... read more
Serbia: Magic is in the Teachers’ Hands Competition
Play online game about Prince Marko, hear news from Ancient Rome news agency, attend a short online course about Branislav Nušić or a course in one of his works, or learn more about nuclear reactors. read more
Serbian project partners among the Horizon Impact Awards project finalists
Project ARCHES, with the Serbian participant COPRIX MEDIA DOO BEOGRAD-STARI GRAD, is among the 10 projects reaching the final stage of the second edition of Horizon Impact Award – a prize dedicated to... read more
The Guild calls on EU institutions to increase investments in fundamental research in Horizon Europe
The coming weeks will decide the direction of the EU’s research and innovation policy for the coming seven years. This happens in a context where the need for investments in research and innovation have... read more
[Call Announcement] Two extraordinary Erasmus+ calls for proposals
Two extraordinary Erasmus+ calls for proposals were launched on 25 August 2020 to support digital education readiness and creative skills. The calls each provide €100 million to respond to the coronavirus... read more
[Call Announcement] Visegrad Fund Grants
With grants, we seek to advance innovative ideas that address shared challenges by high quality regional cooperation projects. Whether you are pursuing arts, work with vulnerable groups or focus on innovative... read more
ESOF2022 Leiden/The Hague: Leiden will be the European city of science in 2022
The EuroScience Open Forum 2022 will be hosted in Leiden/The Hague, Netherlands. Leiden University, the Municipality of Leiden, Leiden Marketing and The Hague Convention Bureau have successfully joined... read more
[Event Announcement] EIT Digital Anniversary, 29 October - Save the Date
Celebrate 10 years of impactful digital innovation. Enjoy the vision of Makers and Shapers for a strong digital Europe. Discover the potential of technical excellence and entrepreneurial skills. ... read more
Montenegro creates new opportunities – new support for faster development
Montenegro is constantly improving and developing all its capacities with a view to create the best possible conditions for development of fast-growing companies and further expansion of the digital industry... read more
Programme of Implementation of Open Science Principles in Montenegro with the Action Plan (2020–2022) adopted
The Government of Montenegro adopted the Programme of Implementation of Open Science Principles in Montenegro with the Action Plan (2020-2022) at its session held on June 25, 2020. read more
The Parliament of Montenegro passes two reform laws in the field of innovation and technological development
The Proposal for a Law on Innovation Activities and the Proposal for a Law on Incentives for Research and Innovation Development were adopted by the Government of Montenegro on 23 July, only to be passed... read more
An Interactive OnLine Platform for students and Practitioners of Social Work in Serbia and the wider region
FPN KonekTaS is an interactive online platform that brings together practitioners, teachers and students of social work and social policy in Serbia to share new theoretical and practical knowledge, professional... read more
[Call Announcement] PhD opportunities at IICRR announced
Three PhD scholarships have been announced at DCU’s IICRR, following the award of a €3.9 million grant from the EU for a European Training Network (ETN) project called MARKETS. read more
European Green Deal: Commission prepares new initiatives to boost the organic farming sector
The European Commission has launched a public consultation on its future Action Plan on Organic Farming. read more
EU Survey: Share your views on Horizon Europe’s priorities for the next four years
How do we design an ambitious EU research and innovation programme that supports the green and digital transitions for a sustainable coronavirus recovery? To answer this question we need your help... read more
Registration for R&I Days 2020 is open
The European Commission has announced that registration for the European Research & Innovation Days is now open. read more
Commission unveils its first Strategic Foresight Report: charting the course towards a more resilient Europe
Today, the European Commission adopted its first-ever Strategic Foresight Report, aiming to identify emerging challenges and opportunities to better steer the European Union’s strategic choices. read more
