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Videos and announcements from the European Innovation Council, the Commission’s research and digital teams, the EIB Group and the EIT, collected from 23 official channels and sorted by programme.
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22 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation22 Oct 2026EU and Western Balkan partners deepen research and innovation cooperation to support EU integrationResearch and innovation news alert: The European Union and the Western Balkan partners have endorsed a joint declaration to step up cooperation in research and innovation, reaffirming their shared commitment to the region’s path towards EU membership.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- EIB press releases22 Oct 2026EIB and BCC Iccrea Group: €125 million to support SME and mid-cap customers of the Group’s cooperative banksThe European Investment Bank (EIB) and BCC Banca Iccrea, parent company of the BCC Iccrea Group, have signed an agreement that will make €125 million in new financing available to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies that are customers of the Group’s cooperative banks, supporting their investment and growth.eib.org
- European Innovation Council22 Oct 20266 cities competing for the 2027 European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital)The European Commission announced today the finalists of the 2027 European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital), celebrating the European cities that are leading the way in urban innovation and shaping more sustainable, inclusive and resilient communitieseic.ec.europa.eu
16 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation16 Oct 2026Europe expands access, sharing and use of research data and digital services through first 13 Open Science Cloud hubsThe hubs, known as EOSC Nodes, connect resources from different research organisations, helping researchers work across countries and scientific disciplines.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation16 Oct 2026ERA Living Guidelines on the responsible use of Generative AI in research updatedThe most extensive revision of the ERA Living Guidelines to date. It introduces new recommendations and clarifications on the responsible use of Generative AI in research.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
14 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation14 Oct 2026The 17th EU-China Joint Steering Committee meeting on Science and Technology CooperationDG RTD and China’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) met in Beijing to discuss STI policies, review progress on joint research flagship initiatives, and exchange views on wider R&I cooperation.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council14 Oct 2026European Innovation Council backs 43 projects to turn breakthrough research into prototypesThe selected projects bring together 218 organisations from 30 countries, including 24 EU Member States.eic.ec.europa.eu
7 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation7 Oct 2026Research and Innovation at the Nucleus: Romania holds Enhanced dialogue with the European CommissionRomania hosts its Enhanced Dialogue with the European Commission, focusing on research infrastructures, innovation and future EU funding.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation7 Oct 202632nd meeting of the Union for the Mediterranean Platform on Research and InnovationThe meeting brought together the European Commission, UfM Member States and regional partners to review progress in Euro-Mediterranean research and innovation cooperation and discuss the next steps of our common agenda.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation7 Oct 2026Francis Halzen wins 2026 Nobel Prize in PhysicsResearch and innovation news alert: He is awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his decisive contributions to the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
6 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation6 Oct 2026Commission earmarks €65 million to safeguard critical data for life sciences and biotechnologyResearch and innovation news alert: The funding, included in the recently amended work programme, will help ensure that researchers and innovators retain reliable access to essential information on genes, proteins and scientific discoveries.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation6 Oct 2026Fourth EU-Faroe Islands Horizon Europe Joint Research and Innovation Committee meetingThe EU and Faroe Islands met in Brussels for the 4th Joint Research and Innovation Committee meeting .research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation6 Oct 2026EU-funded researcher Peter Hegemann wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or MedicineResearch and innovation news alert: Peter Hegemann, who received two European Research Council (ERC) grants and participated in a Horizon 2020 Future and Emerging Technologies (FET) project, was today awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
2 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation2 Oct 2026Horizon Europe launches a new research and innovation call on natureThe European Commission has launched today a €230 million research and innovation (R&I) call to support biodiversity protection, restoration and mainstreaming.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- EISMEA2 Oct 2026Annual I3 Instrument Forum 2026: turning interregional cooperation into impactOn 1 October, I3 Instrument project representatives, businesses, policymakers, and innovation stakeholders gathered in Brussels for the Annual I3 Instrument Forum 2026eismea.ec.europa.eu
1 Oct 2026
- Research and Innovation1 Oct 2026Europe must scale up research and innovation to remain competitive, new Commission report saysThe report shows that Europe remains a global scientific leader. The EU ranks second worldwide in scientific output, while 57% of its scientific publications involve international collaboration. It also finds that the quality of EU research remains high.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation1 Oct 2026From Innovation Act to Regional Imp(Act): Europe's innovation agenda for cities and regionsThe KEP seminar in Brussels examined how the European Innovation Act can work for cities and regions, from launch markets to public procurement.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation1 Oct 2026SOFT Innovation Prize 2026 honours three outstanding EU fusion research and industry collaborationsThe SOFT prize awarded three projects from the public and private sectors for their real market potential.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation1 Oct 2026Commission proposes new European Innovation Act to help innovative European ideas grow and compete globallyToday, the Commission proposed a new European Innovation Act to help Europe's most innovative ideas be developed, financed and scaled up in Europe.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation1 Oct 2026Fifth EU-Moldova Horizon Europe Joint Research and Innovation Committee meetingOn 23 September 2026, the 5th EU-Moldova Joint Research and Innovation (R&I) Committee meeting under Horizon Europe was organised in Chisinau.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council1 Oct 2026European Capital of Innovation 2027: meet the semi-finalist cities!The twelve cities will now compete for the titles of European Capital of Innovation 2027 and European Rising Innovative City 2027.eic.ec.europa.eu
29 Sept 2026
- Research and Innovation29 Sept 2026EU launches €215 million Partnership to protect cultural heritage against climate changeWith an overall budget of EUR 215 million - out of which a EUR 65 million contribution from Horizon Europe, it brings together 90 partners from 30 countries.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council29 Sept 2026EIC Accelerator awardee Hyperion Robotics raises €6.4 million and moves towards a major procurement dealThe Espoo-based robotics company has raised €6.4 million to bring physical AI to European infrastructure, and has initiated discussions on a procurement deal with a major infrastructure corporation following EIC Business Acceleration Services’ support.eic.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation29 Sept 2026EU support to research and innovation increases with additional €500 million for research programme Horizon EuropeToday, the European Commission allocated an additional €500 million to Horizon Europe, the EU's flagship research and innovation programme, for 2026 and 2027. With this additional amount, the total budget reaches now around €14.8 billion for the two years.ec.europa.eu
- Shaping Europe's digital future29 Sept 2026Targeted consultation to support a better copyright environment for creativity and innovationTargeted consultation to support a better copyright environment for creativity and innovation Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 09/29/2026 - 10:15 Opening: 29 September 2026 Closing: 03 November 2026 The Commission has launched a targeted consultation in preparation of a possible initiative for a better copyright environment for creativity and innovation. © anyaberkut Main link…digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu
15 Sept 2026
- Research and Innovation15 Sept 2026Open Access in the European Research Area: progress remains uneven as new report calls for more concerted actionNew report finds open access is advancing across the ERA, but progress remains uneven, calling for stronger national and EU action.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation15 Sept 202610th CELAC-EU Joint Initiative on Research and Innovation Senior Officials Meeting advances bi-regional cooperation in research and innovationEU-CELAC Senior Officials strengthen joint priorities and prepare for the next Ministerial Meeting.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council15 Sept 2026EIC Board statement on Horizon Europe (2028-2034) negotiationsThe Board welcomes with caution the adoption of the Council's Partial General Approach and reiterates the need for reinforced integrity of the European innovators journey, including the distinct character of the EIC Fund, and significantly increased EIC budget.eic.ec.europa.eu
14 Sept 2026
- Research and Innovation14 Sept 2026Europe’s young research talent takes on cancer, climate and moreThe third edition of EU TalentOn closed with the announcement of its winning teams on 11 September in Brest, France. Over five days, 100 early-career researchers aged 21 to 35 of 43 different nationalities, worked in teams to develop concrete responses to some of Europe's most pressing challenges.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation14 Sept 2026EU Missions drive systemic change, new assessment showsThe five EU Missions in Horizon Europe are delivering tangible positive results in addressing some of Europe's most pressing societal challenges through scientific and technological innovation, according to a mid-term assessment published today by the European Commission.ec.europa.eu
10 Sept 2026
- European Innovation Council10 Sept 2026How EIC Accelerator company Check Point Care secured strategic healthcare partnerships following participation at MEDICA 2025EIC Accelerator awardee Check Point Care has accelerated its commercial scale-up following participation at MEDICA 2025 through the EIC International Trade Fairs Programme. Discover their story.eic.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council10 Sept 2026From challenges to breakthrough solutions: EIC launches first Advanced Innovation Challenges projectsFollowing a competitive and rapid evaluation, 20 projects have been selected to enter the first stage of the pilot.eic.ec.europa.eu
8 Sept 2026
- Research and Innovation8 Sept 2026Commission launches new strategic approach to boost research, innovation, deployment and uptake in Europe’s agri-food sectorToday, the European Commission adopted a Communication on a new Strategic Approach to Research and Innovation for competitive, resilient and sustainable agriculture, forestry, rural areas and food systems.agriculture.ec.europa.eu
- Research and Innovation8 Sept 2026Experts call for a new approach to Neuro-AI governanceEthical advice sets out policy recommendations for governing neuro-AI infrastructures in line with fundamental rights and EU values.research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu
28 Jul 2026
- European Innovation Council28 Jul 202638 start-ups and SMEs secure EIC support in latest round of the EIC AcceleratorThe selected companies represent 16 EU and associated countries, with the highest number coming from France, United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden and Switzerland.eic.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council28 Jul 2026The EIC selects new European scale-ups for STEP Scale Up investmentsSix companies are now put forward for investment decisions by the EIC Fund.eic.ec.europa.eu
19 Jun 2026
- EISMEA19 Jun 2026Powering innovation & driving investment: how EU-funded start-ups are shaping Europe’s futureEurope’s start-up scene is heating up thanks to smart EU backing. From AI-powered waste tech to green farming robots, start-ups supported by the European Innovation Ecosystems (EIE) programme are scaling fast and securing millions in fundingeismea.ec.europa.eu
- EISMEA19 Jun 2026Driving deep tech growth across Europe: D2XCEL project releases first cohort's impact dataThe EU-funded D2XCEL project released its Cohort 1 Impact Data, showcasing strong investment growth, job creation, and cross-border scale-up momentum across Europe’s innovation ecosystemeismea.ec.europa.eu
- EISMEA19 Jun 2026Building Europe’s circular future: progress of the European Circular Innovation Valley (ECIV)ECIV project connects 12 European regions with a shared objective: accelerating the development, testing and scaling of circular solutions that reinforce the continent’s environmental and industrial resilienceeismea.ec.europa.eu
- EISMEA19 Jun 2026EU co-funded project UNITE announces first digital health winners, as remote care and data-sharing push gains groundThe UNITE initiative has selected its first three joint interregional projects, marking a significant milestone in building a borderless European digital health ecosystemeismea.ec.europa.eu
17 Jun 2026
- European Innovation Council17 Jun 2026Call for Tenders: EIC Corporate Partnership Programme 4.0The European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) has launched a new call for tenders for the future EIC Corporate Partnership Programme 4.0eic.ec.europa.eu
- European Innovation Council17 Jun 2026The European Innovation Council opens to defence and dual-use technologiesAs from today, the European Innovation Council (EIC) will provide investments in defence and dual-use technologies, marking a strategic pivot in Europe’s innovation policy.eic.ec.europa.eu
