ERC at EU Research and Innovation Days 2025

ERC session
 

17 September, 10.00-10.30 | Securing Europe's place at the forefront of scientific discovery

In a rapidly evolving global research landscape, how can Europe ensure it remains a world leader in scientific discovery? This session explores ways to secure Europe’s leadership in science by investing in people, ideas, and innovation pathways, ensuring that Europe remains not only a powerhouse of knowledge, but also a place where talent thrives and discovery drives societal progress. The European Research Council (ERC) plays a pivotal role in enabling scientific excellence, interdisciplinary breakthroughs, and real-world impact.

Speakers:

• Conny Aerts, ERC grantee and member of the ERC Scientific Council, Professor of astrophysics at KU Leuven
• Dirk Inze, member of the ERC Scientific Council, Emeritus Science Director, VIB
• Jan Lagerwall, ERC grantee, Professor of physics at University of Luxembourg, Ambassador for the ERC for Luxembourg

Moderator: Méabh Mc Mahon

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R&I Days Exhibition 

16 September, 9.00 - 18.00 and 17 September, 9.00 - 17.00

ERC grantee David Fernández Rivas from the University of Twente will present his project, Bubble Gun, which develops needle-free injection technology designed to deliver fluids with controlled depth and volume while minimising skin damage. He will be accompanied by his team members Alejandra Riveros Cortes and Santiago Saavedra Castano.

There will also be one institutional R&I stand on policy for all involved services at the R&I Days 2025 and an Agora stand in which the ERC will be present.