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Ekaterina Zacharieva Assumes the Role of EU Commissioner for Research and Innovation

03/12/2024

On December 1, 2024, Ekaterina Zacharieva assumed the position of European Commissioner for Startups, Research, and Innovation. The former Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs is now responsible for the research and innovation agenda within the European Union, including the Horizon Europe program. Among her main tasks are implementing recommendations aimed at strengthening European competitiveness on a global scale and supporting startups.

Official information about the composition of the European Commission can be found on their website: European Commission. Additional details are available on Veda a výzkum.

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EU ministers call for an independent FP10 – Warsaw Declaration adopted

13/03/2025

On March 11, 2025, EU research ministers convened in Warsaw and adopted the so-called Warsaw Declaration, calling for the next EU research and innovation framework program (FP10) to remain a standalone program, rather than being integrated into a broader European Competitiveness...

Webinar: How to prepare a proposal to EIC Pathfinder Open

12/03/2025

If you are interested in applying to the EIC Pathfinder Open call 2025, we would like to invite you to follow a webinar that will provide you with useful information, hints and tips to increase your chances to succeed with a proposal in this highly competitive programme....

Workshops for ERC applicants: Guidelines for the expression of interest

06/03/2025

Are you planning to submit a project proposal to an upcoming European Research Council (ERC) call? Would you like to benefit from the expert support available in the Czech Republic? On 10 March 2025, we officially launch registration for this year's preparatory...

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