Research projects and results
New heat-proof tomato varieties in the face of climate change
People love tomatoes so much that they are now the most important vegetable crop worldwide. But as world temperatures rise, the risk of losing this vital source of food has become very real.
Clues to autism’s causes may lie in the gut
Researchers are exploring links between microorganisms in the human gut and neurodevelopmental disorders in the hope of accelerating diagnosis and treatment.
Transforming Europe’s food supply through the power of the microbiome
A better understanding of microbial communities could bring profound benefits to the agri-food sector. The EU-funded MASTER project has developed a wide range of microbiome products, foods, services and processes.
Facts and figures
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EU Research & Innovation Week: Commission opens flagship event to shape the future of research and innovation
Research and innovation news alert: The first day features the opening ceremony at 14:00 CET, a journey through the 40-year-old history of the EU R&I framework programme and discussions about its future, and culminates with the announcement of the Women Innovators Prize Ceremony at 17:00 CET.
Swiss entities can now apply to European Research Council calls of 2024
EU and Switzerland have officially launched their negotiations on a broad package of bilateral measures, which allows Swiss entities to apply for ERC calls in 2024.
Signing of Memorandum of Understanding on Enhanced Cooperation between the European Union and the Government of the Faroe Islands
On 14 March 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Enhanced Cooperation between the EU and the Government of the Faroe Islands was signed.