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€1.04 Bn to be invested in European Partnerships in advanced materials, textiles, and photovoltaics

The European Commission announces the launch of three new European Partnerships in advanced materials, textiles, and photovoltaics on 20/03/2025. In collaboration with private partners, the Commission aims to invest up to €1.04 Bn in these initiatives. The first funding opportunities under…
Domain(s): Politics
• Category(ies): Essentials Politics, Companies, European commission, …
• Article # 392284
• Published on 24/03/25 at 17:31
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🚨 [Agenda] HEIs conferences and events in Europe from 24/03/2025

IMT, European Commission, UUK, The Guild,... these institutions host events from 24/03/2025. News Tank's agenda aims to provide an overview of the events taking place in Europe's higher education, research and innovation ecosystem. We focus on: • events taking place in Brussels or related…
Domain(s): Politics, Institutions
• Category(ies): Essentials Institutions, Essentials Politics, Advocacy groups , …
• Article # 392358
• Published on 24/03/25 at 10:40
• Updated on25/03/25 at 06:53
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Earto: Combining civil and defense efforts to strengthen Europe's security with RD&I

"Security is a cornerstone for industries and communities to operate safely and prosper within the European Union. RD&I policy should not only be subordinated to our competitiveness but also cover crucial research areas for our sovereignty, like security research", says Earto, the European…
Domain(s): Politics
• Category(ies): Advocacy groups , Research and Technology Organisations (RTO) , Funding, …
• Article # 392248
• Published on 21/03/25 at 18:00
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US: Donald Trump signing an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education

American President Donald Trump signs an executive order calling for the dismantling of the Education Department, announces the White House on 20/03/2025. "Instead of maintaining the status quo that is failing American students, the Trump Administration’s bold plan will return education where…
Domain(s): Politics
• Category(ies): Essentials Politics, Advocacy groups , State, …
• Article # 392266
• Published on 21/03/25 at 17:28
Universities urge EU to strengthen research and education links with low and middle income countries

"As efforts gather to take the Global Gateway to the next level in the coming years and the post-2027 EU Budget, we urge the EU to strengthen strategic commitments in and through research, innovation and higher education with Low and Middle Income Countries (LMICs)", say 14 universities and…
Domain(s): Politics, Institutions
• Category(ies): Essentials Institutions, Essentials Politics, Advocacy groups , …
• Article # 391697
• Published on 21/03/25 at 16:50
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Switzerland: EPFL start-ups raising a record CHF 512 M (€535 M) in 2024

EPFL start-ups "brought in a record CHF 512 M (€535 M) in 2024, up from CHF 470 M in 2023, reflecting the fact that deeptech companies - those based on scientific and technological innovation - are seen by investors as a safe bet", reports the Swiss university on 28/02/2025. Switzerland's…
Domain(s): Institutions
• Category(ies): Essentials Institutions, Companies, Research Performing Organisation (RPO), …
• Article # 392040
• Published on 20/03/25 at 17:46
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Bayes Centre: Enhancing engagement in Edinburgh’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

“In the UK, particularly in Scotland, the traditional business model for universities is focused on teaching and research. However, universities are now increasingly seen as potential economic drivers, producing the next big ideas that can be commercialised, leading to new companies and…
Domain(s): Institutions
• Category(ies): Essentials Institutions, Companies, State, …
• Article # 391762
• Published on 19/03/25 at 16:53
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AACSB removing 'Diversity and Inclusion' guiding principle amid DEI backtracking in the US

"Our mission is to elevate the quality and impact of business education worldwide. Our recent updates to accreditation standards ensure that business schools, regardless of location, can continue to pursue accreditation while navigating their unique regulatory contexts—without compromising their…
Domain(s): Politics
• Category(ies): Essentials Politics, Business schools, State, …
• Article # 391794
• Published on 19/03/25 at 12:01
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UK 2035 strategy to "back innovators by tearing down unnecessary barriers" (State Secretary P. Kyle)

"Backing innovators by tearing down unnecessary barriers that hold back growth will ensure we reap the rewards of rapidly advancing technology over the next decade and drive forward our Plan or Change", declares Peter Kyle, Science and Technology Secretary, on 10/03/2025, speaking at the TechUK…
Domain(s): Politics
• Category(ies): Essentials Politics, Universities, Deeptech, …
• Article # 391583
• Published on 18/03/25 at 18:15
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Obreal: "Supporting the development of higher education in Africa and Latin America"

"We want to convince politicians and decision-makers that investment in higher education is a driving force for sustainable development. We are working on this through capacity building, with universities, university associations and also Ministries of Education", Elizabeth Colucci, Director of…
Domain(s): Institutions
• Category(ies): European commission, State, Universities, …
• Article # 391498
• Published on 18/03/25 at 17:21