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European Chipmakers Unite in Darmstadt to Strengthen AI‑Ready Semiconductor Value Chain

(IN BRIEF) Merck brought together top executives from Merck, Siemens, Intel, TRUMPF, and ZEISS in Darmstadt to highlight Europe’s critical contributions to the global semiconductor industry. With leading-edge capabilities in materials, lasers, optics, electronics, chip‑design software, and automation, these companies … Read the full press release

Aging SME Owners in Germany Drive a 20‑Point Investment Gap, KfW Study Finds

(IN BRIEF) KfW’s latest SME Panel analysis shows a persistent investment gap between younger and older business owners in Germany: from 2004 to 2023, firms led by under‑40 entrepreneurs reinvested 58 percent on average, compared to 38 percent for over‑60 owners. Driven … Read the full press release

ESC Leads Key Work Packages in €27 M EuroHeartPath Project to Redesign Cardiovascular Care Across 15 EU States

(IN BRIEF) From its leadership of key work packages to its rich data resources—the ESC Atlas of Cardiology and GRASP study—the European Society of Cardiology is driving EuroHeartPath’s mission to transform heart-disease care in Europe. This €27 million Horizon Europe … Read the full press release

BioReCer Project Reaches Critical Stage, Stakeholder Engagement Vital for Success in Bioeconomy

(IN BRIEF) The BioReCer project enters its final phase, focusing on enhancing certification standards for bio-based products derived from biological waste. With insights from key stakeholders, the project aims to improve sustainability, traceability, and industry acceptance, helping to drive the … Read the full press release