Europe’s leading universities of science and technology outline key recommendations to shape Erasmus+ for 2028–2034.

Leading universities of science and technology united within CESAER set out seven recommendations to unlock the full potential of Europe’s innovation ecosystems through the forthcoming European Innovation Act.

In a joint statement released today, CESAER and The Guild member universities call on the European Commission and the member states to ensure widely spread and predictable call deadlines of Research and Innovation (R&I) Framework Programmes. They also urge an adjustment in the timing of these call deadlines to further support the professionalisation of research management, thereby enhancing European excellence and competitiveness.

CESAER – the strong and united voice of universities of science and technology in Europe – urges the EU to empower institutions to drive ERA implementation through trust-based, simplified measures in the framework programme.

We have published our annual report for 2024, which showcases the joint efforts of our Members to advance science, technology, and higher education for the benefit of society and to drive change.

CESAER presents key recommendations to ensure that universities of science and technology can fully contribute across all dimensions to advancing the Clean Industrial Deal to drive innovation, sustainability, and resilience

In Research Professional News, Peter Lievens (KU Leuven) argues that the EU should harness proven tools and expertise before building a new system.

The Secretariat is happy to share that Touko Närhi has been promoted to Advisor for Benchmark and Higher Education.

The Secretariat is delighted to announce that Vincent Klein Ikkink has been promoted to Advisor for Research.

Manuel Cubero-Castan (EPFL) explores the environmental impact of digital technology and how a sustainable IT approach can help universities reduce their digital footprint while maintaining research excellence.