EU health commissioner to be, Stella Kyriakides is passionate about fighting against cancer. An EU cancer plan requires wide investment and research as well as more affordable medication. She also emphasizes the importance of affordable nutritious food and tackling climate pollution. Read more here. Source: Éanna Kelly, Science Business Photo: European Commission
Main goals for the 2020 EU budget include continuing to fight climate change, supporting the Youth Employment initiative and innovating areas such as technology and health. Details of the budget will be voted on the 14th October by the Budgets Committee. Read more here. Source: European Press Room Picture: Pixabay
The EU’s incoming research and innovation chief has promised to take action against disparity between rich and poor countries across the EU. She also promises to look into simplifying the EU research programs in general. Read more about her confirmation hearing here. Source: Nicholas Wallace, Florin Zubașcu, Éanna Kelly, Science Business Picture: European Commission
Replacing Carlos Modeas in November, Gabriel has vowed to defend an ambitious budget for Horizon Europe. In her responses to the questions from the Parliament she also stressed the importance of basic science and fundamental research. She was also asked which non-EU countries she would prioritize in research cooperation. Read more here. Source: Nicholas Wallace, […]