Over the past 12 months, the ERA TALENT project has made significant progress across its various activities, although a comprehensive assessment of outcomes is still pending. Moreover, efforts have been taken within each Work Package (WP), contributing to the realization of each specific objectives. In particular, efforts have been concentrated on advancing the conceptualization and operationalization of the Hubs, which are of high importance for supporting researchers.
Then, considerable efforts has been put as well on capacity building within the EURAXESS network, such as the launch of the Communities of practice, through targeted initiatives. At the same time, different activities have been organized with the aim to support researchers such as training sessions, webinars, and internship programs.
Additionally, data collection activities, including surveys, have been undertaken to analyze relevant topics relate to the inventory of local and regional initiatives addressing the challenges of brain drain. The knowledge gained throughout these activities has been synthesized into the initial version of the Policy Brief, laying the groundwork for future policy development initiatives: this document includes key findings, insights, and recommendations collected from the project's activities, thereby providing a roadmap for stakeholders to provide policy recommendation in support of researcher mobility and career development.
Overall, the past 12 months have been marked by concerted efforts to propel the ERA TALENT project forward, laying the groundwork for transformative changes within the European research landscape. While tangible outcomes are yet to fully materialize, the groundwork laid during this period sets the stage for future successes and enduring impact.
