2024 marks the 40th anniversary of the EU’s first funding programme dedicated to science, research and innovation. It all started in 1984 with the launch of the Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development, worth €3.8 billion.
Over the years, we have invested more and expanded our focus to tackle global challenges, harness technology, and meet the changing needs of our societies. Each EU research programme has delivered new knowledge and solutions to challenges in areas that matter to Europeans and global citizens alike.
To celebrate this milestone, we are sharing 40 stories to illustrate the breadth of R&I made possible through EU R&I funding and some of the results achieved over the last 40 years.
If you have a story about how EU-funded research has made a difference, we would love to hear from you! Share your experiences using the hashtag #ResearchImpactEU or #EU40YearsRI on social media.
Stay tuned for more.
