Digital Economy

EU-backed scientists have used simplified miniature models of the human brain to understand how mutations in a high-risk autism gene affect brain development.

A game-changing toolbox is helping hydropower managers, planners and decision-makers achieve efficient sediment management.

When it comes to climate tipping, there might be good news for large, spatially heterogeneous Earth systems. According to new research, passing a critical moment could have less severe consequences than generally thought.

An EU-funded report outlines how current regulations and policies affect the operation of local energy communities (LECs) in Europe, highlighting the need for a holistic approach.

A demo site in northern Sweden showcases fossil-free district heating and cooling with a fuel cell-powered data centre set up for the recovery of waste heat.

A potentially invaluable resource for forest biodiversity and bioeconomy policymakers, a new data set shows current distributions of 67 European tree species and predicts their future distribution under two emissions scenarios.

A new financing scheme launched in Poland supports energy renovations in buildings for better living conditions and lower emissions for 20 years or more.

The brains of fruit flies can do things we usually only associate with mammals. According to a new study, these tiny insects possess attention, working memory and awareness capabilities.

Say goodbye to delayed and unclear royalty payment processes. An EU-backed start-up’s innovative blockchain technology is making film revenue distribution automated, efficient and transparent.

EU-backed researchers are working to transform Europe’s diverse healthcare data sources into reliable evidence on the effects of medications used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

A new open-source tool gives internet users greater control of their data while also helping companies to use personal data in a transparent way as they pursue their business goals.

Decision-makers preparing for the take-off of drone technologies in their cities can now visualise their urban airspaces in three dimensions, all thanks to a new geo-information tool.

With its new Voyage Energy Planner, an EU-backed project helps inland waterway vessel owners plan zero-emission voyages using its innovative swappable battery containers.

Launching on 28 February 2022, the Switch2save Architectural Design Competition is giving students and young professionals a chance to showcase lightweight switchable smart glass solutions for energy-efficient glass buildings.

The EU-funded OPERANDUM project is demonstrating nature-based solutions (NBSs) for mitigating climate-related hazards and inspiring people to take action.

Armed with two innovative tools, an EU-funded project is using opera to define new forms of artistic creation that promote social integration and community development.

Two consortia will be delivering pilot long-term data preservation solutions to meet the growing needs of research communities in Europe and beyond.

EU-backed researchers studying the molecular structure of solid-liquid interfaces have discovered unexpectedly high energy storage capability where water meets metal surfaces.

How employable are doctorate holders? Do the skills they acquire match the skills needed for employment? How valuable is their degree? An EU-funded survey has the answers.

An EU-backed project is driving radical change in European industries through enabling technologies such as AI and digital twinning. Its solutions are being tested in pilot sites in Greece, Spain and the United Kingdom.