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The ‘Innovative Advanced Materials Initiative’ (IAM-I) has published the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA) for the European partnership ‘Innovative Advanced Materials for Europe’ (IAM4EU). This ground-breaking initiative aims to help shape EU policy on innovative materials and accelerate the uptake of sustainable advanced materials in Europe.

The European Commission plans to present its proposal for the EU's next multiannual budget by July 2025. This will have a major impact on the future of EU research funding. The European Commission wants to make the budget more sustainable and is inviting all citizens to comment on the planned measures before the official presentation in July 2025.

The Scientific Coordination Office (WKS) Bavaria-Africa of the Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) facilitates international cooperation between Africa and Bavaria in research and innovation (R&I). With this mobility grant provided by the Bavarian State Chancellery, the WKS Bavaria-Africa offers seed funding to support early-career researchers in performing research in African countries and building international networks for future collaborations. The next deadline for applications is March 30, 2025.

The European Commission today unveiled the ‘Clean Industrial Deal’ – an ambitious plan that combines industry, climate action and competitiveness. The aim is to drive decarbonisation while strengthening Europe's manufacturing base.

The European Commission is calling on all businesses, investors and innovators to have their say on the EU's future strategy for start-ups and scale-ups. You can now submit your ideas and suggestions and help set the course for a more innovation-friendly Europe.

The European Commission has presented its work programme for 2025 - a roadmap for a more competitive, secure and resilient Europe. It focuses on opportunity, innovation and growth. The focus is on citizens and businesses, streamlined processes and efficient delivery.

The future of urban farming starts now! The EU project INCiTiS-FOOD, in which BayFOR is a project partner, has launched a new call for proposals. The aim is to establish Local Innovation Hubs (LIHs) promoting sustainable agriculture and food technologies in six African countries: Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Cameroon and Gabon. Selected projects can receive up to €117,500 in funding.

Europe is getting ready for the future of artificial intelligence (AI). Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented the InvestAI initiative at the AI Action Summit in Paris today. The aim is to mobilise €200 billion for the development of AI infrastructure and establish Europe as a global AI location.

Science and technology are widely supported in Europe: according to the latest Eurobarometer survey, 83% of EU citizens have a positive view of their impact. Two thirds (67%) believe it makes life easier, healthier and more convenient.

The European Commission wants to make funding more efficient, more accessible and easier to use. And it needs your feedback!