For Yet Another Year of Excellent Research

Science Europe has submitted its response to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on “A European Strategy for AI in Science," emphasising the need for a forward-looking, values-based strategy that supports innovation and competitiveness in Europe.

On 4 June 2025, Science Europe published the event summary of its workshop, "FP10: A Robust R&I Framework Programme in Light of the Competitiveness Agenda," addressing the upcoming EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) within the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). The summary highlights concerns about FP10’s integration with a Competitiveness Fund, which could prioritise short-term economic gains over fundamental research and disciplines like Social Sciences, Humanities, and Arts.

Science Europe has responded to the European Commission’s public consultation on the next Multiannual Financial Framework. It focuses on establishing a strong and ambitious MFF that strategically aligns national and EU research funding, and includes a ringfenced budget for FP10.

Science Europe proudly presents its statement, 'Working Together for a Strong and Standalone FP10', reaffirming the vital role of a dedicated EU Research and Innovation Framework Programme. Building on shared commitments from the European Parliament, EU research ministers, and the ERC and EIC, we advocate for an ambitious FP10 within the 2027 Multiannual Financial Framework. This programme must prioritise scientific freedom, curiosity-driven research, and a robust, independent R&I ecosystem to secure Europe’s long-term strategic, societal, and competitive future.

Science Europe presents ‘A Vision and Framework for Research Cultures’. It synthesises our recent work across numerous policy topics focussing them on the shared objective of R&I systems to advance knowledge and enable the quality and impact of research.

Science Europe has responded to the European Commission’s call for evidence issued to evaluate public procurement directives, emphasising the opportunity to align them with the EU’s green and innovative economy goals. By incorporating environmental criteria, such as energy savings and circular economy principles, public procurement can become a driver of sustainable practices within research organisations. Our recommendations highlight tangible benefits and call for measures to ensure procurement processes contribute to environmental sustainability, advancing the aims of the European Green Deal.