As AI performs more research tasks, Arkadiusz Wójs, Rector of Wrocław University of Science and Technology, argues that universities must rethink how doctoral students acquire the experience needed to exercise independent scientific judgement.

Europe’s research ambitions demand excellence and the capacity to pursue it across the continent. Ladislav Janíček, Rector of Brno University of Technology, argues that the next EU funding programmes must look beyond national returns and unlock talent wherever it is found.

In an input note published today, CESAER calls for a research-based and responsible approach to AI in higher education, keeping learning and competence development at the centre and backed by sustained investment in educators, teaching capacity and AI infrastructure.

In a position published today, CESAER calls for Europe's ambitions to increase STEM participation to be matched by sustained investment in educational quality and university capacity, while ensuring that STEM education prepares graduates for a rapidly evolving scientific and technological future.

We, the European research, innovation, science and technology community, call on European leaders to commit at least €200 billion to Horizon Europe 2028–2034, with protected and predictable funding that enables researchers from academia, research performing organisations, industry and innovators to pursue ambitious ideas and sustain collaborations over time.

Karin Markides (Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology) argues that universities can help shape a resilient future by supporting curiosity-driven discovery, bringing diverse partners together and developing the leadership needed for lasting change.

In a joint opinion article in Research Europe, Mattias Björnmalm and Manuel Heitor urge European leaders to invest in the technological capabilities Europe needs.

As the Irish EU Presidency prepares its EU budget negotiating box, CESAER calls for at least €200 billion for FP10 and €60 billion for Erasmus+. A report published today with six partner organisations reinforces the case for sustained investment in Europe’s future.

On 1 October 2026 CESAER President Orla Feely moderated a panel on attracting and empowering young research talent at the MSCA anniversary event.

CESAER calls for the EIT to become the EU’s reference programme for innovation-focused talent development, connecting education, research and business across Europe.