15.01.2026
In Memoriam: Matthias Koenig
Science Europe is deeply saddened to learn about the passing of its former Governing Board member and friend Matthias Koenig. It extends it condolences to his friends, family, and colleagues.
Science Europe
Science Europe
Science Europe is the association representing major public organisations that fund or perform excellent, ground-breaking research in Europe.
We bring together the expertise of some of the largest and best-known research organisations in the world to jointly push the frontiers of how scientific research is produced and delivers benefits to society.
We advocate science and the scientific community to help build the European Research Area and shape the global scientific agenda.
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30 countries
With members from 30 EU and non-EU countries and from all parts of Europe, we speak with a truly European voice.
40 member organisations
Bringing together research funding and research performing organisations.
25.1 bn €
spent on research per year by our members
Our members make a significant contribution to European scientific research and are crucial stakeholders in European science and research policy making.
20>20
Feb.
2026
Building Capacity in the Ukrainian R&I Ecosystem Webinar Series
As part of its efforts to support the Ukrainian research ecosystem during the ongoing war, Science Europe and NRFU are jointly organising three online workshops between September 2025 and February 2026 to address the current priority areas for Ukrainian research.
02>06
Feb.
2026
3rd Global Summit on Diamond Open Access
The Global Summits on Diamond Open Access are pivotal gatherings that bring together stakeholders from around the globe to advance a community-led scholarly publishing model without financial barriers for authors or readers. The third Global Summit takes place from 2–6 February 2026 in Bengaluru, India.
23
Jan.
2026
Driving Environmental Sustainability in Research Organisations: Building Institutional Strategies for Change
Join Science Europe for an online discussion to discuss the importance of environmental sustainability strategies for research finding and performing organisations, and the lessons learned from their development and implementation.
23.01.2026
The Environmental Impact of Science
This evidence-informed briefing provides background information on the environmental impact
and explains why it requires serious attention: not only from an environmental perspective,
but also in light of other wider organisational and societal positive co-benefits that research
organisations can realise by strengthening their efforts on environmental sustainability.
23.01.2026
Science Europe Response to the Public Consultation on the ERA Act
Science Europe has responded to the European Commission’s public consultation on the proposed European Research Area (ERA) Act, setting out the collective views of its Member Organisations on how the legislation can effectively strengthen framework conditions for research and innovation, while safeguarding academic freedom, institutional autonomy, and the diversity of national research systems.
22.01.2026
Science Europe Public Newsletter January 2026
Science Europe Public Newsletter of January 2026 is out! Your update with news and information on our latest events, publications, and other activities.
13.01.2026
Advancing Research Integrity through International Collaboration
Science Europe and the European Network of Research Integrity Offices (ENRIO) launch a joint statement that reinforces their shared commitment to strengthening research integrity across Europe.
11
Dec.
2025
Conference on Strengthening Public Trust in Science
Trust in science is crucial for the development of evidence-based policies and informed, democratic decision making. Science Europe and ANR co-organised a conference to discuss how research organisations can respond to growing concerns and reinforce confidence in the research process and its outcomes.
04.12.2025
High Level Workshop Concluding Statement on a Balanced, Collaborative and Secure R&I Framework
This statement presents the overall conclusions from the 2025 High Level Workshop, co-organised by the Research Council of Norway (RCN), UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), and Science Europe on 18–20 November in Oslo, Norway.
It highlights the shared commitment to strengthening a resilient, collaborative, and secure European R&I ecosystem, and outlines the key themes that emerged from the discussions.
03
Dec.
2025
Celebrating 3 Years of CoARA: Hybrid Side Event in Copenhagen
As part of the upcoming EU High-Level Conference on Reforming Research Assessment (CERRA2025) on 3-4 December in Copenhagen, CoARA invites its community and interested parties attending the conference in Copenhagen to join the celebration of the third anniversary of the coalition!
19.11.2025
Science Europe Appoints New Governing Board at General Assembly in Oslo
Science Europe appointed a new Governing Board during its General Assembly in Oslo, setting the course for the association’s next strategic mandate.
18>20
Nov.
2025
High Level Workshop on ERA 2025
The 2025 High Level Workshop was co-organised with UKRI and RCN. Topic for discussion was 'Collaboration, competition and protection in an ERA of uncertainty: the role of research security'.
14.11.2025
Recommendations on Shaping the Close Connection Between Horizon Europe and the European Competitiveness Fund
Science Europe has published a new position statement on how the next EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation should connect with the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF) to strengthen Europe’s knowledge base and long-term competitiveness,focusing on on five key themes: Objectives; Budget; R&I Development and Governance; Association to Horizon Europe and Participation of Associated Countries; and Additional Practical Issues.
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