Horizon Magazine

Earth & Environment

Nature’s own chemistry could help reduce waste and improve health

EU-funded researchers are studying chemical processes in nature to develop new, cleaner means of chemical production and computers that can communicate with the human body.

Sep 6, 2024

Health

Brain on the move – studying the brain in motion offers new insights into Parkinson’s disease

A breakthrough in medical imaging is making it possible for EU-funded researchers to observe brain activity during movement and pick up the early signs of disorders that affect brain-to-body coordination, such as Parkinson’s disease.

Sep 4, 2024

Social Sciences

Combining tech and tradition to revive Europe’s endangered languages

The quest is on to support endangered European languages, some with only a handful of speakers left.

Aug 30, 2024

Earth & Environment

Clean energy solutions offer new spark for Europe’s small island nations

Malta and Cyprus team up with larger EU countries to increase their clean energy capacity.

Aug 29, 2024

Health

3D-printed living cells pave way for tomorrow's medicine and cruelty-free animal products

EU-funded researchers are expanding the possibilities of 3D printing to create miniature human organs and a variety of products made from living tissue, including food.

Aug 23, 2024

Health

Genetic testing breakthrough helps women with high risk of breast cancer avoid surgery

EU-funded researchers are discovering new genes linked to breast cancer and refining evaluation of risk to help spare women from life-changing surgery.

Aug 20, 2024

Social Sciences

The latest buzz – smart hives and dancing robot bees boost sustainable beekeeping

EU-funded researchers are using big data and smart technologies to improve conditions for bees and guide beekeepers.

Aug 19, 2024

Health

Smarter sleep – new technologies speed up diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnoea

Smart wearables and advanced data analysis by EU-funded researchers could help bring relief to millions affected by sleep disorders.

Aug 16, 2024

Earth & Environment

Winds of change – the new tech steering commercial shipping towards a more sustainable future

Cargo ships and cruise liners may soon be harnessing the power of wind and waves to reduce their carbon emissions thanks to EU-funded researchers.

Aug 9, 2024

Earth & Environment

Biotech potential set to soar with the help of digital technology

Microbes and fungi have long been nature’s helpers in producing fine food, drinks and medicine, but new digital technologies could unlock far greater potential for the European biotech sector.

Aug 7, 2024

Space

Building bridges for business between Europe and Africa

Collaboration between Europe and Africa on support for small business start-ups is heralding in a new era for EU-Africa cooperation on innovation.

Aug 2, 2024

Health

Breathing easier – nature-inspired treatments could relieve acute respiratory distress

EU-funded researchers are looking to nature for inspiration on how to treat acute respiratory distress syndrome, a life-threatening condition affecting thousands every year.

Jul 31, 2024

Earth & Environment

New aerospace and building materials could repair themselves thanks to fungi and bacteria

EU-funded researchers are using biological matter to create unique new materials that can adapt to their environment and repair themselves.

Jul 26, 2024

Health

Silkworms and shrimp may help regenerate damaged skin and bone

EU-funded researchers are exploring new nature-based solutions to stimulate skin and bone repair.

Jul 24, 2024