On February 13, 2025, an information event “Certain aspects of participation in the Horizon Europe Programme” was held. This time, the event dedicated to the EU Framework Programme for research and innovation was held by the experts of Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU in Kyiv. The event aroused great interest among representatives of higher education institutions, including vice-rectors for research, research institutions, small and medium-sized enterprises, state and local authorities, and NGOs.(more…)
Empowering women in science: How the EU is driving change for gender equality in R&I
The European Commission is committed to upholding gender equality – one of the core values of the EU. To the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated on February 11, the EC has prepared a report on key actions to support equality in research and innovation within the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation Horizon Europe.(more…)
The second open call for marine biodiversity data within the EU Water Restoration Mission
Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU reminds that the DTO-BioFlow project has launched its second call within the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters in Horizon Europe: DTO-BioFlow second open call for marine biodiversity data. Ukraine is among the countries eligible to apply for this call.(more…)
Specialists of Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU provided regular online consultations to the Perechyn Timber and Chemical Plant
On February 4, experts of Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU conducted the second online consultation for representatives of the Perechyn Timber and Chemical Plant. The company successfully applied for the Horizon Europe call: Quartz Enrichment Enabling Near-Zero Silicon Production. The consultation was held with the involvement of Karyna Shakhbazian, representative of the National Contact Point in the area of Legal and Financial Aspects.(more…)
EC-UA bilateral meeting on Ukraine’s integration into the ERA took place
On 31 January, an information dissemination event ‘EC-UA bilateral meeting between Ukraine and the European Commission on Ukraine’s integration into the single research area and compliance of Ukrainian legislation with EU law under negotiated Title 25 “Science and Research”’ was held. The purpose was to discuss the state of European integration in the area of science and innovation. In particular, the progress of the screening procedure for the compliance of Ukrainian national legislation with the EU law was presented.(more…)
EC allocated over €1 billion to drive next-generation defence technologies and innovations
The European Commission has adopted the fifth annual Work Programme under the European Defence Fund (EDF), allocating €1.065 billion to collaborative defence research and development (R&D) projects. This investment aims to strengthen Europe’s defence capabilities, promote technological innovation, and enhance industrial competitiveness across the EU. This was reported on the European Commission’s website on 30 January 2025.(more…)
EU.FFICIENT invites professionals to join European community of Horizon Europe expert facilitators for industry-academia co-creation
Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU informs that EU.FFICIENT is forming a European community of expert facilitators of the Horizon Europe Programme, who will promote effective cooperation between industry and academia. The official launch of the EU.FFICIENT platform is planned in the second quarter of 2025.
The role of expert facilitators is crucial in making sure that R&I stakeholders work together effectively and drive impactful results from research and innovation. All those who join this growing network of expert facilitators from across Europe will have access to the tools, training, and connections needed to drive industry-academia co-creation for knowledge valorisation.
The initiative addresses four thematic areas – Advanced Manufacturing, HealthTech, Mobility, and AI/Digital – to drive innovation in these critical sectors.
Here’s where expert facilitators typically make an impact:
Higher Education Institutions & Research and Technology Organisations: You may be involved as a technology transfer officer, business liaison, or project manager, helping translate research into real-world solutions.
Innovation Hubs: If you work at a cluster, science park, or innovation center, you’re helping connect ideas, people, and resources to fuel co-creation.
Corporate or Public Sector: In roles such as open innovation managers, you are the bridge between internal teams and external partners, driving collaboration and fresh ideas.
Background
EU.FFICIENT is an EU-funded project from the European Union’s Horizon Europe Programme designed to create, pilot, and validate communities of expert facilitators, transforming co-creation processes across Europe. These communities serve as platforms for industry experts, academics, public sector representatives, and society members to come together, share knowledge, and co-create solutions in various fields.
People’s privacy is a fundamental right we must protect when we communicate about science. No matter what activity you perform, you are obliged to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). So, if you use people’s personal data in your communication activities – such as names, photographs, or videos – there are some actions you should take.(more…)
RM Comp, the European Competence Framework for Research Managers started working
This new important tool has been developed by the EU-funded projects CARDEA and RM ROADMAP in close collaboration with the European Commission and relevant stakeholders to identify, assess and develop the key skills and competencies needed for effective research management and foster career development.(more…)
European Ocean Days 2025: EC’s week of events dedicated to ocean and waters
Horizon Europe Office in Ukraine, NRFU informs that from 3 to 7 March 2025, the European Commission will hold the European Ocean Days 2025. The week will feature a series of events to discuss and shape future EU policies and initiatives on the ocean and waters, notably the EU Mission Restore our Ocean and Waters, the European Ocean Pact and the European Water Resilience Strategy.(more…)
