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DAAD Unveils Strategy 2030 to Navigate Geopolitical Shifts and Strengthen Germany’s Role in Global Academia

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has launched its Strategy 2030 to address significant geopolitical changes and strengthen Germany’s position as a leader in global academia. The strategy focuses on four key priorities: enhancing Germany’s role in science, … Read the full press release

BASF Unveils Eco-Conscious Beauty Formulations at Cosmet’Agora with Climate-Adaptative Solutions

(IN BRIEF) At Cosmet’Agora 2025 in Paris, BASF introduced new eco-conscious formulations under its Beyond Beauty initiative, focusing on hydration, cleansing, UV protection, and natural makeup. These climate-adaptive solutions use sustainable ingredients to meet the rising consumer demand for environmentally … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s Science of Christmas Event Inspires Young Minds in Cornwall

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter’s annual Science of Christmas event in Cornwall captivated 170 primary schoolchildren with stories from science and engineering. Dr. Johanna Hedlund discussed the mystery of dragonfly migration to Christmas Island, Amy Bray and Maddie Kirby … Read the full press release

SETsquared and QantX Launch £300 Million Investment Fund to Boost Science and Technology Spin-Outs in the South and South West

(IN BRIEF) The SETsquared Partnership universities, including the University of Southampton, and QantX have launched a £300 million investment vehicle to accelerate the growth of science and technology companies. This initiative aims to address funding disparities in the region and … Read the full press release

Exploring Tomorrow’s Science: FCC Study Spotlighted at La Roche-sur-Foron Exhibition

(IN BRIEF) The Future Circular Collider (FCC) study was prominently featured at the International Fair of Haute-Savoie/Mont Blanc in La Roche-sur-Foron, captivating attendees with its innovative exhibits and presentations. The FCC aims to succeed the LHC at CERN and promises … Read the full press release

NWO and ZonMw Achieve Over 90% Open Access Publication Rate in 2022, Emphasizing Commitment to Open Science

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move towards open access in research, NWO and ZonMw, Dutch research funding organizations, have revealed that 93% of research funded by both institutions in 2022 was published as open access. This milestone reflects their dedication … Read the full press release

Merck Forms AI-Driven Drug Discovery Collaborations with BenevolentAI and Exscientia

(IN BRIEF) Merck, a prominent science and technology company, has announced strategic drug discovery collaborations with AI technology firms BenevolentAI and Exscientia. These partnerships aim to leverage AI-driven design and discovery capabilities to advance research efforts in key therapeutic areas, … Read the full press release

Lowlands Festival in the Netherlands Explores Science: From Mosquito Attraction to Trust Perception in a Unique Collaborative Venture

(IN BRIEF) The Lowlands festival in the Netherlands is hosting the Lowlands Science initiative in collaboration with the Dutch Research Agenda (NWA). This effort aims to make science accessible to a wide audience by merging the expertise of artists, scientists, … Read the full press release

Hittesh Gupta to lead Casualty Investigation for BMT in Asia

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 15-Dec-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — BMT Group Ltd (BMT), a leading international multi-disciplinary engineering, science, and technology company, has announced the appointment of Hittesh Gupta, 23-years of experience in the shipping industry, for its Head of Casualty Investigation in … Read the full press release

Leaders from the arts and science sectors in CERN’s newly appointed Cultural Advisory Board

(PRESS RELEASE) GENEVA, 25-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research and one of the world’s largest and most respected centres for scientific research, has announced that its newly appointed Cultural Advisory Board will hold its first … Read the full press release

Eveliqure announces the initiation of a Phase 1 clinical study of its combined Shigella and ETEC vaccine candidate

(PRESS RELEASE) VIENNA, 24-Sep-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Eveliqure Biotechnologies GmbH, an Austrian biotechnology company, today announces the initiation of clinical testing for its ShigETEC vaccine candidate, with the dosing of the first subject in a Phase 1 safety and immunogenicity … Read the full press release

NWO: Spinoza Prize / Stevin Prize, the highest distinction in Dutch Science, awarded to six outstanding researchers

(PRESS RELEASE) THE HAGUE, 19-Jun-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has announced that six researchers will receive the highest awards in science in the Netherlands. The Spinoza Prize, emphasised on the scientific work and fundamental questions, will … Read the full press release

COVID-19: Siemens Gamesa to match employee donation campaign to the International Federation of Red Cross’ Emergency Appeal

(PRESS RELEASE) ZAMUDIO, Spain, 16-Apr-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Siemens Gamesa launches a social campaign to let its employees help in the global fightback against the pandemic. This is in response to the impact of the crisis caused by the coronavirus … Read the full press release

“CERN against COVID-19” taskforce initiatives already underway

Hundreds of suggestions has already been received to contribute to the efforts to curb the pandemic (PRESS RELEASE) GENEVA, 8-Apr-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Members of the CERN community have shown ingenuity and generosity in their contribution to the struggle against … Read the full press release

First non-melanoma skin cancer patients treated with the Rhenium-SCT® in Germany

The first Rhenium-SCT® treatment was accomplished by the interregional professional association for nuclear medicine in Hanau (PRESS RELEASE) HANAU, Germany, 4-Oct-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — OncoBeta®, a Medical Device Company specialized in innovative epidermal radioisotope therapies for Non-Melanocytic Skin Cancers (NMSCs), … Read the full press release

OncoBeta® chosen as a 2019 Red Herring North America Top 100 Winner

New recognition of OncoBeta’s success in developing and providing an innovative therapy for non-melanoma skin cancer patients. (PRESS RELEASE) Pasadena, CA, U.S.A., 5-Jul-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — OncoBeta®, a Medical Device Company specialized in innovative epidermal radioisotope therapies for Non-Melanocytic Skin … Read the full press release

The seventh BASF and Volkswagen “Science Award Electrochemistry” opens for submissions

(PRESS RELEASE) LUDWIGSHAFEN / WOLFSBURG, 15-May-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — BASF and Volkswagen opens application for the seventh “Science Award Electrochemistry”. Scientists and researchers of excellence from all over the world may apply until June 30, 2019 online at www.science-award.com. Participation … Read the full press release

Rhenium-SCT® (SCT= Skin Cancer Therapy) now being offered in Hanau, Germany

The interregional professional association for nuclear medicine in Hanau is the first treatment center in Germany offering Rhenium-SCT® for the treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer (PRESS RELEASE) GARCHING N. MUNICH, Germany, 13-May-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — OncoBeta® GmbH, a commercial stage … Read the full press release

CERN community marks Serbia’s accession as its 23rd Member State

(PRESS RELEASE) MEYRIN, 24-Apr-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — As CERN’s 23rd Member State, The Serbian flag was raised ( 23rd of April)  at a ceremony on the Esplanade des Particules. The ceremony was attended by Ana Brnabić, the Prime Minister of … Read the full press release

Merck completes the sale of its Consumer Health business to Procter & Gamble (P&G)

Closing of sale to Procter & Gamble at a cash purchase price of € 3.4 billion completed Successful completion allows Merck to further focus on innovation driven businesses in Healthcare, Life Science and Performance Materials Transaction successfully closed within an ambitious timeframe … Read the full press release