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Luminescent leap forward: Maximising the efficiency of solar panels in bad weather
29-11-2019 | © picture
Inspired by the country’s cloudy weather, an Irish researcher has developed a new way to increase the efficiency of solar panels – even in the event of overcast skies. With a grant from the European Research Council (ERC), the disruptive technology has increased the viability of effective solar energy collection in northern Europe. The potential of this innovation could be huge given Europe’s growing demand for cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions.
Taking care of our planet: sustainability and the ERC
28-11-2019 | © picture
The need to find a more sustainable and balanced relationship between the planet and its inhabitants is being felt urgently throughout the world. Mass protests and climate movements make it clear that sustainability is among the top of many people’s priorities. This calls for radically new approaches also in science and scholarship. Incremental research won’t do the trick this time.
Painting a global picture of sustainable human wellbeing
28-11-2019 | © Dmytro Varavin, istockphoto
Although human wellbeing has been a topic of discussion for centuries, assessments of the subject have often focused on narrow demographic groups and missed the bigger picture. With European Research Council (ERC) support, a leading demographer aims to change the way we think about happiness and wellbeing by seeing the future of humanity through the prism of global sustainable development.
Secrets of cells revealed by innovative droplet-based tools
21-11-2019 | © Charles Baroud
A European bioengineer has pushed the boundaries of cell manipulation by pioneering a new, droplet-based method of study. His innovation, allowing for the highly detailed observation of cells, has resulted in the launch of a spin-off company as well as further research into cell cultures. Fuelled by a European Research Council (ERC) grant, the technology promises to open doors to new applications in pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and medical research.
Database opens door to understanding biodiversity change
08-11-2019 | A Magurran
A European biologist has pioneered a new way of looking at biodiversity change, with the help of the European Research Council (ERC). A key result of this work has been the launch of an open-access biodiversity database, which will help researchers and conservation managers find sustainable solutions to protect wildlife.
Scicomm with museums – make it work for you
31-10-2019 | © picture
High-level researchers are occasionally called away from their labs and scientific publishing to talk to the general public about their work. But how can these events be organised so that everyone involved feels the benefits? One way to smooth this path is to work with science museums and other science engagement venues such as those that belong to the European network of science centres and museums (Ecsite).
Brussels to Bucharest - The ERC goes to Romania
13-09-2019 | © picture
On 11 June, an ERC delegation hit the road. Direction: Bucharest, Romania. Their final destination was the University of Bucharest, where Romanian scientists, funding bodies and representatives from several of the country’s institutions met to learn more about ERC funding and discuss what’s next for the ERC in Romania.
Museums with a view. On frontier research
07-08-2019 | © picture
By definition, frontier research takes place at the very edges of human knowledge, and its intrinsically risky, avant-garde nature may ward off the uninitiated. Yet, passageways into the lands of cutting-edge science can be found in much less intimidating places than labs or research centres: museums.
Pint of Science – the laid back side of cutting edge research
14-06-2019 | © picture
Science often feels inaccessible to the general public; like an exclusive club to which only researchers or scientific experts have access. The annual worldwide Pint of Science festival attempts to break this perceived wall between science and society. It holds engaging science talks in informal settings – such as bars or pubs - and involves attendees in science-themed games, quizzes and activities. From 20 to 22 May, 14 researchers funded by the ERC took part in this year’s Belgian edition of the Pint of Science festival.