Memory in motion: mapping Europe’s hidden dance heritage

To preserve Europe’s modern dance legacy, scientists are joining forces with artists. © Jubal Battisti

EU-funded researchers are mapping Europe’s contemporary dance heritage to prevent this elusive and fragile art form from quietly disappearing. By Maria Vlastara When a dancer leaves the stage for the last time, their art often vanishes with them. Unlike books, paintings or music, contemporary dance has no universal score or lasting archive. Much of Europe’s … Read more

Home sweet home: helping European families become more resilient

EU-funded researchers outline practical policies to help families cope with daily pressures. © Studio Romantic, Shutterstock.com

Based on direct input from households in six countries, EU-funded researchers have developed policy recommendations to support families in real life. By Michaela Nesvarova It’s the season for celebration. Families gather for festive meals, exchange gifts or plan special outings – moments designed to be memorable and shared. Yet for many households across Europe, these … Read more

Researchers reveal how climate change is shaping decisions to move – or stay put

Researchers work with affected communities to understand how climate change drives migration. © Sakdawut Tangtongsap, Shutterstock.com

As climate change becomes a major driver of migration, EU-funded researchers are listening to affected communities to help support fairer policies for those most at risk. By Andrew Dunne Climate change is already reshaping where and how people live, from farming villages to coastal towns. Professor François Gemenne, one of Europe’s foremost specialists on climate … Read more

Europe races to save its underwater heritage from climate change

Scientists are working to protect Europe’s underwater and coastal heritage that is threatened by climate-related hazards. © Marcello Di Francesco, IANTD, THETIDA, 2025

As climate change accelerates, EU-funded researchers have mobilised to safeguard Europe’s underwater and coastal heritage with innovative methods and cutting-edge technology. By Gareth Willmer Forty metres beneath the sea off north-western Italy lies one of the country’s best-preserved World War II shipwrecks. The Equa, an Italian cannon-equipped submarine chaser, sank with no casualties after being … Read more

Rethinking urban communities: transforming vacant spaces into vibrant places

EU-backed temporary living projects breathe new life into empty urban spaces. © MandriaPix, Shutterstock.com

Researchers are exploring how short-term accommodation projects can bring new life to empty buildings while inspiring more inclusive and sustainable city living. By Gareth Willmer Italian architect and researcher Dr Chiara Mazzarella has long been captivated by the idea of finding better ways to use empty buildings. Across Europe, millions of homes and commercial buildings … Read more