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With Donald Trump's re-election raising concerns in Europe, EU #research stakeholders are urging increased #investment in R&D to reduce dependence on the #US for #defence and #technology. Proposed US budget cuts raise uncertainty about future partnerships, prompting calls for a stronger, more self-sufficient European #innovation strategy. 📌 Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/eh3rdEtG

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During her recent hearing at the European Parliament, EU Commissioner-designate Ekaterina Zaharieva received positive feedback from the Brussels #research community for her commitment to promoting #innovation and research independence, and increased budget. However, questions remain about her approach to issues such as the possible integration of #FP10 into a broader #Competitiveness Fund and her plans for a strengthened European Research Area Act. 📌 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7x23WXs

📣 In a new report to the Swedish government, Vinnova highlights the urgent need for an ambitious #technology policy to boost Sweden's global #competitiveness and #sustainability. Identifying six priority areas - including #AI, #quantum technology and #energy solutions - the agency outlines a strategic approach to strengthening Sweden's technological edge in the face of increasing global competition and geopolitical challenges. Vinnova calls for coordinated investments, collaborative infrastructure and national funding to leverage Sweden's strengths and position the country as a leader in sustainable #innovation. 🔎 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eRm8eRgi

Securing #EIC funding is challenging, but countries with strong #innovation ecosystems - such as France, Germany and the Netherlands - are leading the way. Grant advisor Emmanuele Angione notes that these countries have strategically invested in local support, positioning their start-ups for success in the €10 billion Accelerator programme. With the upcoming €300 million #STEP pilot aimed at scaling strategic #technologies, Angione stresses that only mature start-ups in well-established ecosystems are likely to benefit, highlighting the critical role of local investment in creating #competitive innovation hubs across Europe. 📌 More: https://lnkd.in/eZKGPStc

📊 The Data Corner: Germany, the Netherlands and France have emerged as the leading recipients of #health research funding in #HorizonEurope's Health cluster, collectively securing €1.2 billion - or 34% - of the total €3.6 billion awarded since 2021. Germany leads the way with €472 million, followed closely by the Netherlands, which has a significant per capita #funding advantage. 💡 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eFtaz8Qj

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Creating synergies between #HorizonEurope and EU regional funds could significantly boost #research and #innovation across Europe, but complex rules have often stood in the way. Recently, the European Commission outlined five practical ways to link these #funding sources more effectively and help fill the gaps left by Horizon Europe's limited budget. These strategies - such as the Seal of Excellence, fund transfers and cumulative funding - are designed to improve regional development while supporting high-quality research. 📌 More: https://lnkd.in/eArjVURQ

Ekaterina Zaharieva, commissioner-designate for start-ups, research and innovation, promised to radically simplify the Framework Programme and make it more attractive to start-ups and SMEs, as she answered questions from MEPs this morning.  📌 Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/e5Eyaqxn

📣 Funding Radar Alert: This week's round-up of calls for #funding proposals focuses on calls related to #quantum technologies ! Some of the opportunities include the EU’s Chips Joint Undertaking's calls funded through #HorizonEurope and the Volkswagen Foundation's €2 million budget call. Take a look at all the available options from the EU, UK, Japan, Canada, Singapore, and the US. 📌 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e8CZ3Ubr