Deputy Director-General of Research & Innovation @EUScienceInnov at the @EU_Commission 🇪🇺| Mission Manager for the EU #MissionCancer 🎗️ | Views are my own

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🚀 Announcement for energy communities! The prize for governance innovation is NOW OPEN for submissions. Submit your application by 25 June—winners will be announced at the end of 2026. 🔗 link.europa.eu/FCQPC9 #EnergyInnovation
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⌛️ Deadline extended! Cities still have time to apply to the #EUfunded UTM City2City Programme. Exchange knowledge & co-create net-zero, resilient and people-centred urban solutions with peers across Europe. 📅Apply by 22 January: link.europa.eu/fjhvfcfr
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#CL5INFODAY2026 - 1 week to go! 🟢 To kick start the year, don't miss the online Horizon Europe Cluster 5 Info Day. Explore #EU #HorizonEU funding opportunities in #Climate #Energy #Mobility #Transport Submit questions in advance via SLIDO -all details⤵️ research-innovation-communit…
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Are you part of an energy community striving for fair and inclusive governance? The @EU_Commission is awarding €1 million for innovative governance solutions. Learn more here: link.europa.eu/YBtfmp
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Join us for 3️⃣ exciting days of EU-funded innovation! ✏️ rtrconference.eu/ Discover the 11 themes of #RTR2026, including #RoadSafety, logistics, #CCAM, #batteries, #2Zero and more.
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A new round of the Twinning Learning Programme has launched under the #MissionCities! 22 twin cities and 1 Mission city will collaborate to accelerate climate neutrality through shared experience and innovation. Read more 👉 link.europa.eu/hfVynF
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Are you working on cancer diagnostics or treatments?  Precision oncology, next-gen immunotherapy and AI screening are reshaping cancer care across Europe - accelerated by EU Cancer Mission projects.  Join the EU Cancer Mission Conference on 4 Dec: link.europa.eu/gGBGDj

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The European Commission is looking for input to help shape its upcoming Small Modular Reactor Strategy! #EUHaveYourSay on the call for evidence by 4 December 2025! 🔗 link.europa.eu/4QrFxq #NuclearPower #SMRs #Decarbonisation
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💥Join us for our EU Hydrogen Innovation Forum 2025! As part of the @EUH2Week we will discuss how we supports start-ups in their scaling process, the power of synergies and the role of skills. 📅 2 and 3 Oct 📌 Thon Hotel EU Participation is cost-free ➡️ lnkd.in/ecC8BxA7
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The EU is fully committed to a greener future & reinforcing the competitiveness of our automotive industry.     With over 1 billion euro invested in the sector through @HorizonEU, research and innovation have a crucial role to play.    #RIDaysEU
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Drake: Europe needs sustained investment and a receptive culture so science & ethics advice can shape policy. Yet fragmentation persists. What do you think? Tell us why in the comments and share one message you’d give political leaders about science advice.
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We welcome the Council’s adoption of the extension of the #Euratom Programme for 2026-2027! Euratom research improves the lives of Europeans – better cancer treatments, more energy security and increased competitiveness. Read more: europa.eu/!j6HfdN
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👏 to the 🇪🇺 Nuclear Innovation Prize winners! Their contributions to safety solutions for reactor systems, waste management & radiation protection are key. The prize shows EU's commitment to R&I in critical sectors & future technologies. 👉 europa.eu/!Q9MN6v #Euratom
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🌍The EU is at the forefront of transforming #EarthObservation into actionable Earth Intelligence! Today @lemaitre_eu at the #GEO2025 Forum explored how satellite data, drones & sensors can boost sustainability, protect biodiversity & address urgent global challenges.
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🚨 Exciting news! Europe's leading science advice conference is back! 🗓️ Check our programme to explore how we can build stronger science advice across the EU. Programme: scientificadvice.eu/conferen… 📍Hosted by the Austrian Academy of Sciences. #ScienceForPolicy #SciAdvice2025
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Human, animal, plant health, and the health of our environment are deeply connected. How can we apply this #OneHealth approach to EU policies? On 28 March, @EU_Health and @EUClimateAction top management debate on TV with @EUScienceAdvice 🔗 europa.eu/!Tx43kH

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📢Roundtable debate on the #OneHealth governance in the EU. Join us on 28 March! ⏲️12:00-12:30 CET 📍Online Stay tuned for more details coming soon.
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Solar radiation modification: What are the technologies, and what are the risks? What are the options on #SRM technologies? And what are the risks, and possible impacts of any deployment? Join us: scientificadvice.eu/events/s…
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🎉 Breaking News: The #SheFigures 2024 report is out! On #WomenInScience Day, we want to underline the urgent need to address persisting gender gaps in R&I. Let’s break these barriers & make science more inclusive! Learn more on the interactive webpage👇 europa.eu/!HtThX3
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🌎 A full week #ForOurPlanet Together with @esa, we are proud to organise #BIOSPACE25, the 1st international conference on earth observation & ecosystems! Space & biodiversity experts, join us🛰️ 👉Programme & livestream 10 to 14 February: biospace25.esa.int
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