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The European Commission has opened a call for evidence to collect research and best practices on how to simplify its legislation, especially when it comes to data, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative is part of the Commission’s simplification agenda and efforts to create a more favourable business environment, by lightening administrative burdens and costs on companies. The initiative also supports the Commission’s target in the Competitiveness Compass to cut administrative burden by at least 25% for all companies and at least 35% for small and medium-sized enterprises. This call for evidence follows extensive stakeholder engagement that included public consultations on the Data Union Strategy, the Cybersecurity Act revision, and on the Apply AI Strategy. It is a first step in simplifying the EU’s digital rulebook and remains open until 14 October 2025.
2025-09-11 Joint Research CenterThe Joint Research Centre opens its scientific laboratories and facilities to people working in academia and research organisations, industry, SMEs, and more in general to the public and private sector.The JRC offers access to its non-nuclear facilities to researchers and scientists from EU Member States and countries associated to the EU Research Programme Horizon Europe. For nuclear facilities, the JRC opens to EU Member States and to countries associated to the Euratom Research Programme.There are 5 open calls at the moment: Call for proposals: FCTEST, Fuel cells and electrolyser testing facilities Call for proposal: Hopkinson Bar facility, European Laboratory for Structural Assessment (ELSA) Call for proposal: BESTEST, Battery Energy Storage Testing for Safe Electric Transport Call for proposal: GasTeF, Gas Tank Testing Facility Call for proposal: Reaction Wall, European Laboratory for Structural Assessment (ELSA) For information on the dedicated JRC website.
2025-09-11 EICas of september 10th the new Part A is available on the portal and needs to be used by all applicants. Applications currently saved in 'DRAFT' must be re-submitted. Applicants may view and download their draft proposal in the Funding & Tender portal in case they would like to reuse any of the content in the new form.
2025-09-10 HealthEIT Health is currently calling for applications for the following programmes:- EIT Health 'Start-ups Meet Pharma'- Next deadline 26 September 2025: challenge-based matchmaking programme that bridges the gap between life science corporations and innovative health start-ups. Over the course of three months, a series of meetings and workshops with global pharma executives will be co-designed, tailored to the potential collaboration opportunities that each challenge brings. Currently open: Challenge 3 - Innovative approaches to assess immune status in healthy subjects using minimally or non-invasive methods. Deadline 26 September 2025 Interested to apply? Register for the dedicated info session on 11 September (11:00- 12:00 CEST). Coming soon: Challenge 4 - EIT Health certified innovation paths- Deadline 29 October 2025 (course start on 12 November2 025): Are you looking to upskill your existing knowledge in healthcare focusing on new trends in the industry? These EIT labelled programmes, created by European academic institutions and industry leaders, gives you the opportunity to personalise your learning journey combining healthcare insights, entrepreneurship and leadership skills.There are several courses on offer: Health Data Certified Innovation Path: this path helps you to understand how digital health and data technology are transforming healthcare delivery and improving patient outcomes. Digital Medical Devices Certified Innovation Path: this path aims to upskill and reskill applicants in the innovation and adoption of digital medical devices High Value Care Certified Innovation Path: this path equips participants to lead the shift toward value-based healthcare, emphasizing prevention, patient outcomes, and sustainable health management Please be aware taking part in these Certified Innovation Path programmes is not for free. We advise you to read carefully the programme costs and participation rules in advance. More information available on the EIT Health website. If you are interested in one (or more) of these programmes, don't hesitate to contact the EIT Health Belgium-Netherlands hub. E-Mail: bene.office@eithealth.eu
2025-09-10 Digital, Industry & Space SemiconductorsThe European Commission has launched a public consultation and a call for evidence concerning the evaluation and review of the Chips Act. This is part of an effort to ensure that the legislation remains relevant and effective amid changing market, technological, and geopolitical conditions. Stakeholders are encouraged to contribute their views on the current operation of the Chips Act and propose ways to adapt it to better support Europe's semiconductor ecosystem, including simplifications where necessary. Participation is welcomed from a diverse range of stakeholders, including: Industry representatives from the semiconductor value chain Industrial users from sectors like automotive, telecom, healthcare, and defense National authorities and EU bodies Start-ups, SMEs, and research institutions Trade associations and independent experts The feedback collected will inform the evaluation report and help identify necessary adjustments to ensure the framework supports Europe's semiconductor ambitions effectively. The public consultation details can be found on the Commission's Have Your Say portal. The consultation period runs for twelve weeks, starting from 5 September 2025.
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Autoship is, as the name suggests, an acronym for autonomous ship. Just like with self-driving cars, the possibilities of an unmanned boat seem endless. It can create more efficient freight transport, around the clock deliveries and these are just a few of the examples. The project has two societal challenges.
At first, De Vlaamse Waterweg was a bit hesitant as their experience with FP7 or Horizon 2020 projects was limited and they had not been very successful up until then. The fact that they were already doing basic research on the topic of autonomous boats, and the administrative help of NCP FLanders helped De Vlaamse waterweg to cross the line and get involved.
