Breaking boundaries and building materials layer by layer
When Milena Arciniegas talks about her work, she goes straight to the core: ‘What I do is chemistry, but combined with automation - we use robots to build new materials.’ Based at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia in Genoa, the Colombian-born…
How science changes when all voices are heard
As EU research policy debates the balance between scientific excellence and societal impact, diversity - particularly the place of women in science - remains central to the discussion, writes Elyès Jouini.The figures speak for themselves: women make…
Editorial - Building inclusive excellence
At the ERC, we believe that true scientific excellence can only thrive in an environment where inclusiveness is valued and actively pursued. Diversity of experience and perspective generates creativity, resilience, and ultimately, groundbreaking…
Science, talent and technology: Industry voices on Europe’s competitive edge
In early spring, the ERC brought together leading figures from business and innovation for a meeting in Brussels to discuss the factors shaping Europe's standing in the world and the role of science in that future. For these leaders, staying ahead…
Industry and science – a relationship that will decide Europe’s place in the world
By Jean-François van BoxmeerIn mid-May, European Round Table for Industry (ERT) assembled in Rome for our most recent Plenary. At these events, all our members meet – leaders from 60 European industrial and technology companies active in various…
Editorial - A stronger Europe starts with science
As leaders from industry, policy and science gathered in Brussels for a lively exchange this spring, one message resonated wide and clear: Europe’s future success and competitiveness depends on our strong commitment to investing in cutting-edge…
Europe’s path to competitiveness: The strategic role of research and innovation
By Andrzej SzeptyckiIn recent decades, the European Union has made significant strides in fostering research and innovation. Despite this progress, the EU’s overall competitiveness in these domains still lags behind that of global leaders such as…
From curiosity to change
Not every breakthrough makes headlines, but many quietly shape the technologies we depend on. Recent data from Proof of Concept (PoC) projects show that ERC-funded research often finds practical pathways into industry. Many projects have contributed…
Communicating complex ideas for societal change
Through media engagement, policy advocacy, and public discourse following a tragic murder case in Ireland, Orla Muldoon has advanced public understanding of gender-based violence, leading to concrete policy changes.The murder of Ashling Murphy, a 23…
