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Framework Programme 10: what the Commission is preparing for European research and innovation
Author: Camille Maisse On Tuesday 2 June, as part of my work placement at S&I Finances, I attended the webinar organised by EARTO (European Association of Research and Technology Organisations) and co-organised by Cefic, CESAER, DIGITALEUROPE, ERRIN, European...
The European Commission launches a new call for tenders in response to the Ebola outbreak
In response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, the European Union has launched a new call for tenders entitled «Preparation for clinical trials for filovirus outbreaks through the establishment of a pilot vaccine stockpile»....
Australia Joins the Horizon Europe Club: Towards an EU-Australia Research & Innovation Partnership
I. Background to the future EU-Australia partnership To date, 22 countries are associated with the Horizon Europe programme. Australia could soon become the 23rd associated country, alongside Japan and India. On 31 March 2026, following the visit by the President of the...
The Commission adopted a Global Health Resilience Initiative
Brussels, 13 May 2026In the face of COVID-19 and now the Hantavirus, the European Union needs better coordination within the EU on global health issues. The Global Initiative for Health Resilience, adopted by the Commission on 13 May,...
EU "Pharma Package" revision : new EU rules on medicines
What is the "Pharma package"? The "Pharma package" updates the current regulations on medicinal products in order to better meet patients' needs and to support competition and innovation. This is the first major revision of the legislation...
EU Health Sector Package: New Measures to Strengthen Europe’s Health Ecosystem
In December 2025, the European Commission presented a new package of measures for the healthcare sector, marking an important step towards a more innovative, resilient and competitive European healthcare ecosystem....
Commission adopts 2026 EIC work programme, putting forward €1.4 billion to boost Europe's deep tech innovation
The European Commission has officially adopted the European Innovation Council (EIC) Work Programme 2026, providing €1.4 billion to accelerate the European deep tech innovation ecosystem. The programme aims to simplify access...
Launch of the European Vaccine Hub
The European Vaccine Hub, coordinated by the Sclavo Vaccines Association, has officially got under way, with a kick-off event held in Siena on 22 and 23 May. We were delighted to welcome back to Siena the key players and the excellent teams who have been...







