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Pleas for more freedom follow concern over declining institutional autonomy in multiple countries

After many event cancellations during Covid-19, in-person conferences are roaring back with a virtual twist

Discussions on measuring progress of scheme said to have been “too focused on quantitative measurements”

The Association of European Research Libraries is advertising for an executive director
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The scheme offering a six-month stay in Einstein’s cottage

Some institutions do not see wellbeing as within their remit, European University Association report says

European early career researcher group calls on governments to provide legal frameworks for fair conditions

Boost includes extra support for Ukrainian academia

European early career researcher group calls for action on parental leave and work-life balance

Universities in Ireland take home three of four prizes for institutional equality plans

The funder promoting cross-border, cross-discipline collaboration

European Year of Skills to go ahead, with new framework planned for research careers

Higher education autonomy has taken a hit in multiple European countries, university group’s scorecard reports

European Knowledge Networks planned for 2024 to boost knowledge sharing and upskilling

European university group says “it takes two to tango”, as it sets out training recommendations

The funder supporting foundational research in dermatology

“Concrete” support demanded for academics prevented by authoritarian regimes from freely conducting research

Consultation launched amid geopolitical, environmental and technological changes

“Students cannot be used as bargaining chips” by politicians, union complains

EU should also invest more in artificial intelligence research, university group says

European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers aims to showcase “great variety” of sector

EU reveals applications received for European Universities Initiative call with record €384 million budget

Trials of European degree labels and a new legal status promise broader sectoral benefits

Faith in the Wellcome Trust’s guidance can bring rewards

Public consultation to inform European Commission proposal for creation of European Education Area

European University Association calls for a less “utilitarian” approach to R&D impact

European Students’ Union estimates up to 10,000 people are being affected

European Parliament research committee formally calls for change to EU treaties

Doctoral candidates have lower satisfaction rates than more experienced Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellows, survey finds

Deals with Canada, Faroe Islands and New Zealand could all be blocked by European Parliament

EU selects 10 projects involving 90 universities to test proposed ways to foster collaboration

University group says EU R&D programme would benefit from better integration of SSAH disciplines

Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment also expected to agree support for working groups

Funding of billions of euros could eventually flow to institutions fostering young researchers

Well-matured bids will have a fuller flavour for reviewers

Study urges European Commission and member states to improve funding for EUI alliances

Programme manager will lead work supporting major European initiative