Collaborative Innovations from the ENABLE Action Medication non-adherence is a major societal problem with serious clinical and economic consequences, associated with 200,000 deaths and 125 billion Euros of costs annually in Europe. Studies show that only …
European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) and the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for facilitating international networking and research coordination opportunities for scientists supported by the …
On 12 June 2024, COST’s governing board, the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) approved funding for six new COST Innovators Grants (CIGs). What is a COST Innovators Grant? The COST Innovators Grant, as defined in the COST Strategic Plan, aims to enhance …
Our 60 newly approved research networks are now available on the COST website by browsing our dedicated COST Action section. All new Actions begin with CA23 so it’s easy to identify them. Apply to join today! COST Actions are different to many other EU …
Universities are pillars of society that contribute to its intellectual, cultural, social, and economic vitality, shaping the future through education, research, and innovation. This is the best place to explore the impacts of new nationalisms and shifting …
In October 2023, the Nobel Prize for Physics was awarded for ‘experimental methods that generate attosecond pulses of light for the study of electron dynamics in matter’. This burgeoning field of research and its practical application has benefitted …
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BeSafeBeeHoney COST Action emphasises the role of beekeepers as the future stewards of our ecosystem Honey has always been a rich source of natural sugar and is valued for its medicinal benefits, such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and …
With the growing number of people living longer, it is becoming clear that the ‘Care Economy’ is a crucial component of the welfare state. By 2030, the number of people aged 60 years or over is projected to grow to 1,4 billion. By 2050, the world’s …
When science meets cheese Have you ever wondered whether the cheese you buy is authentic or counterfeit? Imagine having scientists who can tell the difference between different types of cheese, just by looking at their molecular movements. The European …
COST Actions are meant to be inclusive which means ensuring a geographic spread of participants, encouraging gender balance, and involving young researchers. So what happens when an Action ensures that participation of young researchers is rooted the very …
Did you know that COST’s low-barrier entry research networks create interdisciplinary research cooperation opportunities for underrepresented researchers? COST’s Head of Policy Bart Veys talks to Science|Business to share more. Learn how COST has ensured …
WEMov exhibition and policy recommendations on women migrants acknowledging the relevance of women in migration dynamics and decision processes On 10 April 2024, the European Parliament adopted a set of legislative texts to reform the Migration and Asylum …
From scarcity to resilience and growth On 17-18 April, COST hosted a dynamic COST Connect event entitled “Innovations in Water Management, Ecosystems and the Blue Economy: From Scarcity to Resilience and Growth”. The workshop brought together COST Action …
The countdown has officially started, our Open Call 2024 for new COST Action proposals closes in six months on 23 October 2024 at 12.00 (noon) CEST. A COST Action is an interdisciplinary research network that brings researchers and innovators together to …
“The logic of COST is very different. The idea is that the COST Actions are open and bottom-up spaces and networks where researchers can come together.” COST’s Data and Impact Analysis Advisor Elwin Reimink talks to Science|Business about setting up a …
Science communication aims to convey scientific information to various audiences in an accessible and understandable manner. It involves translating complex scientific concepts, research findings, and theories into language and formats that can be easily …
As the world observes the UN Zero Waste Day on 30 March 2024, the spotlight is on initiatives that promote sustainable practices and innovative solutions to combat waste generation. In this global call to action, COST is proud to present the transformative …
Since 1993, World Water Day has been a global initiative backed by the United Nations that highlights the importance of fresh water for our planet and the need to combat its scarcity around the world. It is to remind us that nearly 2.2 billion people still …
Imagine an alien spacecraft landing on Earth, a mysterious entity unlike anything ever seen before. Now, envision our brain as an intricate spaceship, and the researchers in the COST Action The neural architecture of consciousness (NeuralArchCon) as …
