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Navigating the online world can be tough, but parents and teachers can help protect children from the negative effects. © Monkey Business Images, Shutterstock.com
ICT | Science in society
Under the influence: how digital media affects teens
EU-funded researchers are shedding light on how digital media use is impacting teenagers and what parents, teachers and policymakers can do about it.
Photonic quantum computers, using light and glass, will be much more powerful and faster than today's machines. © narong sutinkham, Shutterstock.com
Frontier research | ICT | Industry
Cracking the quantum code: light and glass are set to transform computing
European researchers are developing quantum computers using light and glass, in a collaboration that promises…
Small two-wheeled robots, equipped with high-tech sensors, will help to find survivors faster in the aftermath of disasters. © Tohoku University, 2023
ICT | Industry
Robots to the rescue: miniature robots offer new hope for search and rescue operations
EU-funded researchers have developed robust mini robots with advanced sensors to help search and rescue teams…
Researchers are building brain-like chips that can handle big data and keep household devices safe. © Gorodenkoff, Shutterstock.com
Frontier research | ICT | Science in society
Brain-like chips are boosting computers and battling cybercrime
The human brain is more powerful and energy-efficient than any computer. Scientists are imitating the way it works to produce better computer chips and help deal with the growing amounts of data…
The high value of extra virgin olive oil makes it a prime target for food fraud. © sebra, Shutterstock.com
Agriculture | ICT | Public–Private Partnerships
Keeping it real: the hidden battle against fake food
From Mediterranean olive oil to Scandinavian fish, researchers are integrating digital technologies into Europe’s key food industries to crack down on counterfeit products.
Researchers and companies are cooperating to improve digital education tools and help Europe prepare for the future. © Gorodenkoff, Shutterstock.com
ICT | Industry | Science in society
Researchers join hands to bridge gaps in digital education across Europe
Across Europe, researchers and industry are making digital education better, smarter and more accessible. By building strong partnerships and sharing knowledge, they are helping shape a future where…
A cruise ship sails on Portugal’s Douro River, part of Europe’s underutilised inland waterways that researchers are working to make more sustainable. © Mário Rodrigues/APDL
Environment | Industry | ICT
Navigating growth: researchers use blockchain and AI to reclaim Europe’s inland waterways
Europe’s expansive inland waterways remain underutilised despite their potential. Researchers and industry partners are developing innovative tools, such as digital simulations of river flows or…
Getting measurements right is key to breakthroughs in everything from science and tech to everyday life. © Audrius Merfeldas, Shutterstock.com
ICT | Industry | Transport
Metrology matters: the hidden science driving the green and digital transition
Often overlooked, metrology – the science of measurement – underpins countless aspects of daily life, from accurately telling the time to ensuring the security of digital communications.
EU-funded researchers are working out how to harness the power of light in solid structures. © Nikki Zalewski, Shutterstock.com
Frontier research | ICT
Cracking the code of supersolid light – and what it means for future quantum tech
EU-funded researchers have brought supersolid light to life in the lab and are now exploring how this strange new state of matter could power real-world technologies.
To tackle a growing amount of electronic waste, researchers have created robots to make recycling smarter, greener and more efficient. © Stokkete, Shutterstock.com
Environment | ICT | Industry | Science in society
AI-powered robots help tackle Europe’s growing e-waste problem
EU-funded researchers have developed adaptable robots that could transform the way we recycle electronic waste, benefiting both the environment and the economy.
Researchers are using new technologies like AI and data analysis to help improve quality of life in urban areas. © Photography Stock Ruiz, Shutterstock.com
Environment | ICT | Policy | Transport
Smart cities on the move – how AI is helping improve urban flow
EU-funded researchers are using AI to help ease the flow in Europe’s cities, making urban environments both safer and greener.
Successful trials of ARI, the talking robot, demonstrate its potential to help hospital staff and enhance patient care. © SPRING
Health | ICT
Robo-companion: humanoid robot gets chatty to help elderly hospital patients
EU researchers are testing a robot that can have basic conversations in busy surroundings, with the idea of assisting people arriving at hospitals.
As demand for highly advanced microchips increases, Europe is investing in cutting-edge research and production. © Rawpixel.com, Shutterstock.com
ICT | Industry
Powering tomorrow: EU invests in cutting-edge microchip tech for future AI and space applications
EU investment in the push for ever smaller and more powerful microchips is helping support innovation in AI, the space industry and beyond.

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