Looking at the Compass with an innovation lens
Closing the innovation gap is one of the 3 verticals in which President Von der Leyen is setting priorities. How many proposals will turn out to be real?
European Universities: ambition vs challenges
Transforming higher education and research across Europe, the European Universities Initiative faces a critical moment in overcoming its growing pains.
Five ways to improve European Partnerships
The PKH proposes improvements for future European partnerships, including the desire to see only partnerships within FP10’s thematic priorities be initiated.
Who are the investors for European innovators?
A study by the European Patent Office maps investors for European tech startups using the Technology Investor Score as a measure for investment trends.
Working towards flexible researcher careers
The EU seeks to strengthen researchers’ skills and professional opportunities. A new Commission report on research careers explores the current situation.
Startup ecosystems beyond fragmentation
A Commission-funded initiative sheds light on the importance of startup mobility and proposes strategies for a more resilient startup ecosystem in the EU.
Season’s greetings from the SwissCore team
As the year draws to a close, all of us at SwissCore wish you happy holidays and a successful New Year 2025!
2025 under the Polish motto “Security, Europe!”
The 2025 Polish Presidency’s leitmotif in the field of research is openness, despite the overarching focus on security in all its dimensions.
European Degree ambitions face challenges
A Commission report highlights the European Degree’s potential for national collaboration, but legal barriers and national alignment remain key hurdles.
Goodbye to our Junior Advisor for Education, David Simon-Vermot
Time flies as Junior Advisor for Education, David Simon-Vermot bids farewell to SwissCore after eleven months in the team.