From mosquito monitoring to sewage surveillance, EU-funded researchers are combining diverse data techniques to spot early signs of emerging infections before they strike. By Andrew Dunne As the world woke up to a global pandemic in early 2020, a new EU-funded research initiative was just getting underway – the Versatile Emerging Infectious Diseases Observatory (VEO). … Read more
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. By Tom Cassauwers To prevent smart household devices from being hacked, researchers are developing ultra-fast, energy-efficient brain-like chips that can … Read more
By involving local communities, EU-funded researchers aim to restore marine ecosystems and turn citizens into ocean stewards. By Michaela Nesvarova Beneath the deep blue waters of Tenerife lies a dramatic seascape shaped by ancient volcanic eruptions. Submerged lava tubes and jagged basalt formations create an underwater world unlike any other. This unique marine environment, just … Read more
Local and regional authorities play a crucial role in driving the shift toward a circular economy. Leading by example, Finland’s Tampere region is pioneering innovative solutions to cut waste in the construction sector and lower CO₂ emission. By Michaela Nesvarova In a landscape full of clear blue lakes and deep green forests, it is the … Read more
Across Europe, researchers and industry are making digital education better, smarter and more accessible. By building strong partnerships and sharing knowledge, they are helping shape a future where everyone benefits from high-quality online learning. By Helen Massy-Beresford Children in Serbia may soon be learning basic literacy and maths with the help of a friendly virtual … Read more
EU-funded researchers are exploring the role of architecture in designing living spaces that harness the healing power of nature to improve the health and well-being of urban populations. By Bárbara Pinho Dr Carmen García Sánchez likes to ride her bike in the Danish countryside. That is how she first discovered how closely post-war Danish architecture … Read more