News related to European R&D activities
Complementing the CORDIS News Service, the CORDIS European R&D Syndicated Newsroom brings together news related to European science and research policies and activities published on external websites.
1. Being a journalist at the Paris air show
There are over three thousand accredited journalists at Le Bourget. Their work is not easy. First, because the events, announcements of new
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Source: euronews
2013-06-19 - 19:24
2. New cluster EUREKA green energy cluster EUROGIA2020 launched
Published on: 19-June-2013
EUROGIA2020 will be the third mandate of the EUROGIA cluster, a clean energy tech specialised platform part of the EUREKA European initiative. The cluster's mandate has (...)
Source: EUREKA - NEWS
2013-06-19 - 15:47
3. Official kick-off of EURIPIDES² set for July 1st
Published on: 19-June-2013
EURIPIDES² is set to replace EURIPIDES, the EUREKA cluster for the integration of electronics in everyday life products, in a little bit more than a week. It will (...)
Source: EUREKA - NEWS
2013-06-19 - 14:36
4. Two more members join EURIPIDES council
Published on: 19-June-2013
On the 12th of June, EURIPIDES, one of EUREKA’s clusters for R&D in ICTs, has integrated two more members to its council, reaching a total of 1 (...)
Source: EUREKA - NEWS
2013-06-19 - 14:20
5. Project OPTIMUS seeks to improve solar photovoltaic trackers
Published on: 19-June-2013
The evolution of solar panels and their prevalence as effective energy solutions depends on how cost effective the technology. Project Source: EUREKA - NEWS
2013-06-19 - 14:17
6. Drones looking for a home at Le Bourget
Total orders at the end of day one of the Paris air-show might have topped $30bn, but sales are not restricted to manned aircraft alone. The drone
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Source: euronews
2013-06-19 - 14:15
7. Flying bike gets off the ground
Trapped in another traffic jam? Who hasn't dreamt of taking to the skies and soaring above the gridlock below? Well, rising above the daily grind
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Source: euronews
2013-06-19 - 12:53
8. EUREKA enhances its visibility in the regions through new partnership with ERRIN
Published on: 19-June-2013
EUREKA and the European Regions for Research Network (Source: EUREKA - NEWS
2013-06-19 - 12:49
Source: European Research Council - Supporting top researchers from anywhere in the world
2013-06-19 - 07:29
10. Hope sparked by new vaccine for Alzheimer's
Brain research has made unprecedented progress over the years, with Europe at the forefront of scientific advances. But more can be done. This comes from Alzheimer's Disease International who issued their report on the Global Economic Impact of Dementia. They estimate that if dementia care were a country, it would be the world's 18th largest economy, ranking between Turkey and Indonesia.
Source: DG Research Information Centre
2013-06-19 - 00:00
I believe the number one key ingredient missing right now in any country would the word trust. Without trust, we cannot further go and say that we are going to be opening up doors to future generations if the trust is not implemented first. That means in institutions as in companies.
Source: Innovation Union
2013-06-20 - 00:00
2. The OpenChina-ICT Final Conference
Event date:
2013-11-05
The project will organise its Final Conference on strengthening cooperation in ICT research between Europe and China.
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
3. ICCG Climate Think Tank Ranking: Announcing the 2012 winners
ICCG has published the results of the first ranking of the most influential institutions working in the field of climate change economics and policy
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
4. Clinical trials in progress targeting endogenous stem cells
Event date:
2013-06-19
Paris (France), June 2013 The EndoStem consortium (www.endostem.eu), a large scale scientific collaboration coordinated by Dr David Sassoon (UPMC/Inserm, Paris, France), and co-financed by the European Commission via the 7th Framework Programme, has generated a number of advances, with an exciting year of clinical trials for treating muscular dystrophies by targeting endogenous stem cells.
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
5. NUTRIMENTHE Project - Young Scientists Competition
Event date:
2013-09-13
The NUTRIMENTHE Project is pleased to welcome abstracts from Young Scientists to compete in the Young Scientists Forum Lecture Competition.
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
6. Elhuyar presents its Hiztegi Automatikoak portal
Elhuyar has created the Hiztegi Automatikoak (Automatic Dictionaries) portal, which brings together five automatically-created bilingual dictionaries. The dictionaries pair Euskera (Basque) with German, Hindu, Arabic, Chinese and Swahili, and have been drawn up using language technologies.
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
7. T Berners-Lee, H Touré and R Madelin will keynote at DEF 2013
Event date:
2013-09-18
The draft agenda of the Digital Enlightenment Forum 2013 event, to take place on September 18-20, 2013 at Egmont Palace in Brussels, has just been unveiled on the DEF web site: http://www.digitalenlightenment.org/index.html
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
8. Survey on Public Perceptions of Privacy and Security to be conducted in the EU27
In June and July 2013, around 27,000 European citizens will be surveyed on their perceptions of the privacy and human rights implications of security technologies
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Source: CORDIS Wire
2013-06-19 - 00:00
9. EUREKA enhances its visibility in the regions through new partnership with ERRIN (via EUREKA)
Published on: 19-June-2013 EUREKA and the European Regions for Research Network (Source: Innovation Union
2013-06-19 - 00:00
To achieve this, I think we need more European coordination between all the countries. I think that Euro members have all the assets to overcome these economic difficulties, but we lack coordination and visibility. We have no clear strategy in terms of investment in the future. We don't exactly know where we go, or at least, when you read the American newspapers that's the ideas that you can have. So, I think giving a clearer image of our sales and our strategy, of what we want, and how we want to achieve it may be a very good start.
Source: Innovation Union
2013-06-19 - 00:00
1. Workshop on Flagship Human Brain Project: "A roadmap for Portugal"
The Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia and the Champalimaud Foundation's, Champalimaud Neuroscience Programme have the pleasure of announcing a workshop entitled New Brain Technologies: A roadmap for Portugal
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 13:48
Invitation to market participants to submit observations regarding the Commission's serious doubts letter under Article 7a of Directive 2002/21/EC - cases EE/2013/1453-1454
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 13:44
3. 2013 Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) and the Global Regulators-Industry Dialogue (GRID)
The Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) brings together heads of national telecom/ICT regulatory authorities from around the world and has earned a reputation as the global annual venue for regulators to share their views and experiences on the most pressing regulatory issues they have identified.
GSR also fosters a dynamic Global IndustryRegulators Dialogue (GRID), between regulators, policy makers, industry leaders and other key ICT stakeholders.
This year’s GSR edition is dedicated to the “4th Generation regulation: driving digital communications ahead”. There are several interesting topics on the agenda: digital dividend, infrastructure investments, universal service funds or broadband interconnection charges. Both GSR and GRID are organised under the auspices of the International Telecommunication Union.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 12:39
4. ECTA ‘Single Market for Telecoms’ Conference
The creation of a pan-European market for telecom services appears to be at the forefront of the European Commission's vision for the sector. But what does a single market mean? What would it look like? Would it create a truly borderless market? Would it lead to sector consolidation and if so would it be national or cross-border consolidation? Would it lead to greater efficiencies and would it require a pan-European regulator to make sure it was operated consistently? What is in it for businesses and consumers? All these questions and more will be addressed at ECTA's one day conference 'Single Market for Telecoms'.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 12:27
5. Smart homes technology tested in real homes - the Giraffplus project
A safer and healthier old age that is the aim of GiraffPlus, an FP7 project led by researchers at Örebro University, Sweden. With a focus of developing sophisticated aids for the elderly in close collaboration with the intended users, the project is now about to test the new technology in real homes. A pressure sensor can monitor the time that a person has been located in e.g. the bed. They can also be placed under carpets, in sofas etc. The system has already been tested in a demo apartment in Örebro, but the next step is for researchers in Sweden, Italy and Spain to evaluate the new technology in real homes. Two users in Örebro are about to have the system installed. During the autumn, another three homes will be added. In the same way, the technology will be introduced in Malaga and in Rome. All in all, the GiraffPlus system will be tested in 15 different homes in the three countries, says Anette Forsberg, who is overseeing the primary healthcare aspects of the project.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 06:57
6. The Digital Agenda Assembly 2013 is taking place now in Dublin!
Follow all the workshops (19 June) and plenary session (20 June) live and contribute to the on-line discussions!
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-19 - 06:55
The transformative tool of ICT is a catalyst and an enabler of reform, also in the public sector. Particularly great benefits can be achieved by using ICT to enable digital public services (eGovernment services) across borders. However, many public online services do not work across borders or involve cumbersome procedures to be accessible, reducing the mobility of businesses and citizens. Therefore, the Digital Agenda for Europe and the eGovernment Action Plan aim to facilitate entrepreneurs to set up and run a business anywhere in Europe independently of their original location, and citizens to study, work, reside and retire anywhere in the European Union. In support of these objectives, the Study on the Analysis of the Needs for Cross-Border Services and Assessment of the Organisational, Legal, Technical and Semantic Barriers was launched. Starting with an inventory of already available digital public services, the needs and demand for these services is analysed. Cost for implementing cross-border digital public services and their return benefits are reflected upon for the supply-side of the services as well as for the users. Finally, the barriers for the implementation of the services are examined. In conclusion, recommendations are formulated, deriving from the aggregated and correlated data. They allow for identifying the services with the highest impact.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-18 - 14:58
8. Have your say: New EU guidelines on Freedom of expression
The EU is committed to promote human rights in all areas of its external action without exception, in particular, using the link between new technologies and human rights as important avenues for promoting democracy.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-18 - 14:36
9. Guidelines for public procurement of ICT systems
The study looked into the current practices of public authorities to procure ICT systems and services and developed guidelines to help them overcome lock-in.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-18 - 14:14
10. ICT 2013 - Conference programme announced - Have a look!
ICT 2013 conference will feature top ICT professionals from industry, academia & research. Speakers from across the ICT sector will address a range of issues from cloud computing, broadband, ICT infrastructures, ICT skills, cyber security, long term visions on the future and much more. Experts will present details on how to participate in the next EU's Research Programme - Horizon 2020.
Source: Europe's Information Society Newsroom
2013-06-18 - 12:52
For more information on Sustainable Development, click the link above, which will take you to the Sustainable Development web site.
Source: DG Research - Sustainable Development
2013-06-18 - 08:07
For more information on Environment, click the link above, which will take you to the Environment web site.
Source: DG Environment
2013-06-18 - 08:07
For more information on Energy, click the link above, which will take you to the EU Energy web site.
Source: DG Energy
2013-06-18 - 08:07
4. LIFE+ project produces new river restoration guide
The LIFE+ Information and Communication project RESTORE (LIFE09 INF/UK/000032) has published a new guide to river restoration called Rivers by Design. The guide is aimed at planners, developers, architects and landscape architects and seeks to show them how to maximise the benefits of river restoration in development projects.
The guide explains the context and need for river restoration, illustrating how well-planned river restoration can increase ecological quality, reduce flood risk and create social and economic benefits.
Source: The LIFE Programme
2013-06-17 - 12:00
5. Preparation Environment Council, 18 June 2013
European Commission MEMO Brussels, 17 June 2013 The final Environment Council under the Irish Presidency will be held in Luxembourg on 18 June. Environment Commissioner Janez Potonik and Commissioner for Climate Action Connie Hedegaard will represent the European Commission.
Source: European Commission - Environment
2013-06-17 - 10:00
6. Events - ENSEA Networking Event - 25 June 2013, Brussels
To reach the “20-20-20” climate goals, Europe is increasingly generating renewable energy through technologies such as solar panels and wind turbines. Renewable resources are, however, dependent on weather patterns and therefore generate variable amounts of power over time. In order to provide secure energy systems which delivers energy when we need it, renewables have to be used in conjunction with ‘back up’ power sources, which can ramp up generation quickly to meet peak demands, while managing demand by using smart grids and by hydro-based balancing services. Goal of the ENSEA Networking Event is to introduce the project to an European audience, exchange with other Regions of Knowledge (energy) projects and to connect to other European funds.
Source: DG Energy
2013-06-17 - 00:00
7. Research Headlines - United response to nuclear safety
Radioactivity as a result of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster in the 1980s is still present in the environment. But 17 national emergency management organisations and 33 research institutes have come together to prevent or minimise the impact of such a thing happening again. Their objective has been to ensure that Europe can respond better to similar emergencies in the future.
Source: DG Energy
2013-06-17 - 00:00
8. Environment: Bristol European Green Capital 2015
European Commission Press release Brussels, 14 June 2013 The UK city of Bristol has won the European Green Capital Award for 2015. The award was presented by EU Environment Commissioner Janez Potonik at a ceremony in Nantes, France, which currently holds the title, on Friday evening.
Source: European Commission - Environment
2013-06-14 - 19:00
9. Speech: The importance of green cities
European Commission Janez Potonik European Commissioner for Environment Speech: European Green Capital Award 2015 workshop Nantes, 14 June 2013 Monsieur le President, Mayors, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, Let me start my intervention by a big "thank you" "MERCI" to all those involved in implementing the impressive programme of activities for...
Source: European Commission - Environment
2013-06-14 - 09:48
10. Events - 3rd European Energy Conference (E2C 2013) - 27-30 October 2013, Budapest, Hungary
The topics of the 3rd European Energy Conference (E2C 2013) will cover chemistry, physics and material sciences related to energy technologies. To harness safely and efficiently the energy of the Sun both directly and indirectly, as well as the nuclear and thermonuclear power generation are in the centre of the conference programme. Energy storage in chemical and other forms, hydrogen infrastructure and energy transfer by photosynthesis will also be discussed. The aim of the conference is to lead to effective and fruitful communication between the research, government and industrial communities for a more sustainable and efficient European energy policy. The conference will be attendend also by Robert-Jan Smits, European Commission, DG Research and Innovation, Romana Jordan, MEP and Pál Kovacs, Hungarian State Secretary.
Source: DG Energy
2013-06-14 - 00:00
European Commission MEMO Brussels, 18 June 2013 Remarks by Androulla Vassiliou, European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth, and Mary McAleese, chair, High-Level Group on the Modernisation of Higher Education at launch press conference (see IP/13/554) Commissioner Vassiliou: Today, the High-Level Group on Higher Education which I convened last...
Source: DG Education and Training
2013-06-18 - 13:47
2. EU high level group: train the professors to teach
European Commission Press release Brussels, 18 June 2013 The EU high-level group on modernisation of higher education publishes its first report today on improving the quality of teaching and learning in universities. The group, chaired by former President of Ireland Mary McAleese, makes 16 recommendations (see Annex 1) which include...
Source: DG Education and Training
2013-06-18 - 09:55
3. Speech - European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage/Europa Nostra Awards
European Commission Androulla VASSILIOU Member of the European Commission responsible for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth European Speech - European European Heritage Awards Ceremony/Athens, Odeion of Herodes Atticus 16 June 2013 Your excellence Mr President of the Republic, Your Royal Highness, Distinguished guests, Ladies and gentlemen It is a great...
Source: DG Education and Training
2013-06-16 - 19:00
European Commission Press release Brussels / Athens, 16 June 2013 The winners of the 2013 European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards will be honoured this evening at a ceremony in Athens in the presence of Karolos Papoulias, the President of Greece, Androulla Vassiliou, European Commissioner for...
Source: DG Education and Training
2013-06-16 - 15:59
5. Frequently Asked Questions: European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage/ Europa Nostra Awards
European Commission MEMO Brussels, 16 June 2013 When was the Prize launched and why? The European Commission has supported the EU Prize for Cultural Heritage / Europa Nostra Awards since 2002 through the Culture Programme.
Source: DG Education and Training
2013-06-16 - 15:59
21. Europe’s largest spaceship reaches its orbital port
ESAs fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle, Albert Einstein, completed a flawless rendezvous with the International Space Station on 15 June when it docked smoothly with orbital outpost at 14:07 GMT (16:07 CEST).
Source: European Space Agency
2013-06-15 - 14:13
22. ECDC publishes Annual Report of the Director for 2012
ECDC_Abstract: ECDC today publishes its Annual Report of the Director. The report offers an insight into the work carried out at the centre as it strives to improve knowledge and action on matters regarding public health in Europe.
ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/06/2013 00:00
Source: European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
2013-06-14 - 14:12
23. Euro area annual inflation up to 1.4%
Euro area annual inflation was 1.4% in May 2013, up from 1.2% in April. A year earlier the rate was 2.4%. Monthly inflation was 0.1% in May 2013.
Source: Eurostat
2013-06-14 - 10:00
24. Employment down by 0.5% in euro area and by 0.2% in EU27
The number of persons employed decreased by 0.5% in the euro area (EA17) and by 0.2% in the EU27 in the first quarter of 2013 compared with the previous quarter, according to national accounts estimates published by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. In the fourth quarter of 2012, employment decreased by 0.3% in the euro area and by 0.1% in the EU27. These figures are seasonally adjusted.
Source: Eurostat
2013-06-14 - 10:00
25. ATV ready to nose up to Station
ESAs fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle, ATV Albert Einstein, is set to conduct an autonomous docking with the International Space Station on 15 June. The vessel will deliver scientific experiments, vital supplies and fuel to the astronauts.
Source: European Space Agency
2013-06-14 - 08:17
26. A helping hand from above for The Gambia
Satellites are being used to promote agriculture in one of the worlds poorest countries.
Source: European Space Agency
2013-06-14 - 08:04
27. Cedefop conference: time for action on work-based learning
Participants in Cedefops conference on tackling skills mismatch agreed that Europe needs to implement policy initiatives on developing work-based learning as an answer to rising youth unemployment.
Source: European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training
2013-06-14 - 00:00
Source: European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training
2013-06-14 - 00:00
29. Moving forward to an industrial renaissance to overcome economic crisis
Published : Fri, 14 Jun 2013
One lesson has been learned in the crisis: Europe needs a strong industrial sector in order to resist downturns. This is the clear message of the conference "An industrial renaissance" which took place in Brussels on 6 June 2013.
Source: DG Enterprise and Industry
2013-06-13 - 22:00
30. Enhancing business ties with Russia through regulatory, business and tourism cooperation
Published : Fri, 14 Jun 2013
On Sunday Vice President Antonio Tajani travels to Russia accompanied by a 120 strong business delegation composed of representatives of companies and industry associations from 23 Member States.
Source: DG Enterprise and Industry
2013-06-13 - 22:00