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“This EPO study provides the first ever comprehensive overview of the role European universities play in patenting and innovation on the European scale. The analysis reveals structural changes in universities’ approach to intellectual property.” link.epo.org/web/publicatio… LERU

In light of next week's European Parliament hearings and based on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s mission letters to the Commissioner-designate, LERU has collected its main remarks for the future EU (R&I&E) policymakers 👉 leru.org/news/commissio… 🧵(1/6)

Letter to Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. In an open letter, LERU and YERUN share their insights and recommendations with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on the new approach to the #MFF, and the future of EU R&I funding. 👇

sciencebusiness.net/news/fp10/draf… LERU

European Parliament won’t shoot down Ursula von der Leyen’s Commission picks. trib.al/UJWd5cZ

BREAKING🚨 Huge news for English higher education. Government confirms English tuition fee rise to £9,535. Tuition fees in England will increase for the first time in eight years, with fees increasing from £9,250 to £9,535 from 2025-26 In full: researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-pol…

Congratulations to all grantees from our member universities for receiving an European Research Council (ERC) Synergy Grant! 👏 57 research projects were awarded funding, and in more than 40% of them, LERU member researchers are part of the team. #ERCSyG 🇪🇺 #EUFunded 👉 leru.org/news/erc-syner…

Marie Skłodowska-Curie was an inspiration for many, and the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, named after her, embody her work of nurturing talent, fostering groundbreaking research, and strengthening global collaborations. The programme is key to the EU R&I future, and we need much more of it! 👉

Fingers crossed 🤞 ! Michael Hengartner Michael Schaepman Joël Mesot UNIGE_en LERU

First day of the LERU Rectors’ Assembly at the wonderful University of Helsinki ! Looking forward to the rest of the discussions.

Discussing the role of R&I for the future of European competitiveness with EU Science & Innovation 🇪🇺 Chief Economist Alexandr Hobza on day two of the LERU Rectors’ Assembly.

Last week, the #LERURectors’ gathered at University of Helsinki for their autumn Rectors’ Assembly. They discussed international and European policy developments, international collaborations, innovation, and more. A special thank you to Alexandr Hobza EU Science & Innovation 🇪🇺 European Commission for

“We need people who seek to unite rather than divide, who see the other side as part of the solution rather than part of the problem. In short, we need bridge-builders in politics, business, society and science.” ETH President Joël Mesot at #ETHDay 2024

Next Thursday! 🚨 Julia Gillard, Chair of Wellcome, will share her insights on the future of science and politics in 2025 and beyond in a special lecture hosted by Institute of Global Health Innovation. 🌍💡 📅 Thursday 28 November, 17.00 🔗 Register now for free: ow.ly/OSLp50UbHx7

The new European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen has been approved! Today the European Parliament voted on the new college of commissioners, which will he proposing EU policies for the next five years.

Good to see that many member states share LERU concerns on ERC independence in the future MFF!

“Streamlined policies and harmonised frameworks are urgently needed to enable alliances to deliver innovative, integrated educational and research opportunities.” leru.org/files/European… LERU

Interesting speech by Marc Lemaître at the @HU24EU event on the future of European research policy, putting the focus on a vision for a European research and innovation union.

Calling researchers: EU #grantconsultancy 🚨 ❓Have you worked with private grant consultants for EU research funding (Horizon, EIC, etc.)—Have you had positive or negative experiences?. 📩 Share your story: [email protected] / [email protected] 🔁 RT appreciated!