Horizon Magazine

Bloggers

Researchers revive Europe’s historical scents, including ‘the smell of hell’

EU-funded researchers are merging multidisciplinary expertise with AI tools to document, reconstruct and preserve Europe’s historical scents.

Jun 27, 2025

Bloggers

From protecting patients to predicting disasters: AI supercharges nuclear tech

EU-funded researchers are using AI to transform nuclear technology, making medical scans safer, streamlining nuclear plant maintenance and allowing earlier prediction of earthquakes.

Jun 25, 2025

Bloggers

Rethinking green investment for Europe’s next chapter: a stakeholder’s vision

While Europe’s green agenda faces new pressures, sustainability leader Sandrine Dixson-Declève outlines why sustainable investment remains vital for economic strength, planetary health and future resilience.

Jun 21, 2025

Bloggers

Smarter science: staying one step ahead of the next pandemic

From mosquito monitoring to sewage surveillance, EU-funded researchers are combining diverse data techniques to spot early signs of emerging infections before they strike.

Jun 18, 2025

Technology

Robots to the rescue: miniature robots offer new hope for search and rescue operations

EU-funded researchers have developed robust mini robots with advanced sensors to help search and rescue teams find survivors in the aftermath of earthquakes and other disasters.

Jun 13, 2025

Bloggers

Brain-like chips are boosting computers and battling cybercrime

The human brain is more powerful and energy-efficient than any computer. Scientists are imitating the way it works to produce better computer chips and help deal with the growing amounts of data generated every day.

Jun 11, 2025

Bloggers

Sea of possibilities: the underwater gardeners restoring marine forests

By involving local communities, EU-funded researchers aim to restore marine ecosystems and turn citizens into ocean stewards.

Jun 6, 2025

Bloggers

Keeping it real: the hidden battle against fake food

From Mediterranean olive oil to Scandinavian fish, researchers are integrating digital technologies into Europe’s key food industries to crack down on counterfeit products.

Jun 4, 2025

Bloggers

In the right circles: Europe’s cities and regions lead the green transition

Local and regional authorities play a crucial role in driving the shift toward a circular economy.

May 30, 2025

Ict

Researchers join hands to bridge gaps in digital education across Europe

Across Europe, researchers and industry are making digital education better, smarter and more accessible.

May 28, 2025

Bloggers

Navigating growth: researchers use blockchain and AI to reclaim Europe’s inland waterways

Europe’s expansive inland waterways remain underutilised despite their potential.

May 23, 2025

Earth & Environment

Reclaiming urban spaces: how cities are welcoming nature back

As cities face growing climate and biodiversity challenges, EU-funded researchers are harnessing the power of nature to create greener, healthier and more resilient urban spaces.

May 21, 2025

Bloggers

Metrology matters: the hidden science driving the green and digital transition

Often overlooked, metrology – the science of measurement – underpins countless aspects of daily life, from accurately telling the time to ensuring the security of digital communications.

May 16, 2025

Bloggers

Cracking the code of supersolid light – and what it means for future quantum tech

EU-funded researchers have brought supersolid light to life in the lab and are now exploring how this strange new state of matter could power real-world technologies.

May 14, 2025