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We provide independent scientific evidence and policy recommendations to the European institutions.
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The EC seeks nominations for the ERC Identification Committee: 6 distinguished scientists who advise on Scientific Council membership. Academic institutions across Europe can nominate exceptional researchers via EU Survey. Deadline: November 30, 2025.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:38 AM
The EC seeks nominations for the ERC Identification Committee: 6 distinguished scientists who advise on Scientific Council membership. Academic institutions across Europe can nominate exceptional researchers via EU Survey. Deadline: November 30, 2025.
scadv.eu/aAaJck9
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We are pleased to announce the upcoming workshop and meeting, “Resilience to Natural Hazards through AI Solutions,” scheduled for 11 December 2025 in Brussels, in a hybrid format.
Pre-registration for the meeting and workshop online.
scadv.eu/bMfl4Zn
Pre-registration for the meeting and workshop online.
scadv.eu/bMfl4Zn
November 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We are pleased to announce the upcoming workshop and meeting, “Resilience to Natural Hazards through AI Solutions,” scheduled for 11 December 2025 in Brussels, in a hybrid format.
Pre-registration for the meeting and workshop online.
scadv.eu/bMfl4Zn
Pre-registration for the meeting and workshop online.
scadv.eu/bMfl4Zn
David Budtz Pedersen shared that policymakers value "contextual competences" over credentials. Markus Prutsch highlighted the risk that AI poses, prompting policymakers to ask, "Do we still need science?"
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
David Budtz Pedersen shared that policymakers value "contextual competences" over credentials. Markus Prutsch highlighted the risk that AI poses, prompting policymakers to ask, "Do we still need science?"
Panel insights on integrity challenges: Ana Marušić warned about the paper mills crisis, demanding "human in the loop" oversight. Peter Lund emphasised "AI can lie", and we need audited channels.
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Panel insights on integrity challenges: Ana Marušić warned about the paper mills crisis, demanding "human in the loop" oversight. Peter Lund emphasised "AI can lie", and we need audited channels.
Professor Barbara Prainsack's keynote highlighted crucial challenges for science advice integrity: transparency about uncertainties, independence from vested interests, and inclusivity of diverse perspectives. She warned that AI risks de-skilling institutions.
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Professor Barbara Prainsack's keynote highlighted crucial challenges for science advice integrity: transparency about uncertainties, independence from vested interests, and inclusivity of diverse perspectives. She warned that AI risks de-skilling institutions.
First insights from our workshop on integrity in scientific advice! Hosted by MTA in Budapest for their 200th anniversary. Key message: Without integrity, science advice cannot produce the independent, unbiased information policymakers need.
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
November 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
First insights from our workshop on integrity in scientific advice! Hosted by MTA in Budapest for their 200th anniversary. Key message: Without integrity, science advice cannot produce the independent, unbiased information policymakers need.
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
David Budtz Pedersen shared that policymakers value "contextual competences" over credentials. Markus Prutsch highlighted the risk that AI poses, prompting policymakers to ask, "Do we still need science?"
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
David Budtz Pedersen shared that policymakers value "contextual competences" over credentials. Markus Prutsch highlighted the risk that AI poses, prompting policymakers to ask, "Do we still need science?"
Panel insights on integrity challenges: Ana Marušić warned about the paper mills crisis, demanding "human in the loop" oversight. Peter Lund emphasised "AI can lie", and we need audited channels.
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Panel insights on integrity challenges: Ana Marušić warned about the paper mills crisis, demanding "human in the loop" oversight. Peter Lund emphasised "AI can lie", and we need audited channels.
Professor Barbara Prainsack's keynote highlighted crucial challenges for science advice integrity: transparency about uncertainties, independence from vested interests, and inclusivity of diverse perspectives. She warned that AI risks de-skilling institutions.
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Professor Barbara Prainsack's keynote highlighted crucial challenges for science advice integrity: transparency about uncertainties, independence from vested interests, and inclusivity of diverse perspectives. She warned that AI risks de-skilling institutions.
First insights from our workshop on integrity in scientific advice! Hosted by MTA in Budapest for their 200th anniversary. Key message: Without integrity, science advice cannot produce the independent, unbiased information policymakers need.
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
First insights from our workshop on integrity in scientific advice! Hosted by MTA in Budapest for their 200th anniversary. Key message: Without integrity, science advice cannot produce the independent, unbiased information policymakers need.
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
Full recording: scadv.eu/yKkmMlU
#ScienceAdvice
Keynote speaker Barbara Prainsack reminds us that “Integrity in science advice grows from trustful and transparent relationships between experts, policymakers, and citizens”.
November 4, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Keynote speaker Barbara Prainsack reminds us that “Integrity in science advice grows from trustful and transparent relationships between experts, policymakers, and citizens”.
We’re in Budapest for the ALLEA workshop on scientific integrity, exploring how transparency, accountability, and independence sustain trust in evidence-informed policymaking. #scienceadvice scadv.eu/LKYLPo4
November 4, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We’re in Budapest for the ALLEA workshop on scientific integrity, exploring how transparency, accountability, and independence sustain trust in evidence-informed policymaking. #scienceadvice scadv.eu/LKYLPo4
We’re hiring! Academia Europaea is looking for a Scientific Policy Officer (50%) to join the EU-funded SAPEA project, part of the Scientific Advice Mechanism to the European Commission.
Based in Munich (remote possible), until April 2029.
Apply by 31 October 2025.
scadv.eu/rpNPiem
Based in Munich (remote possible), until April 2029.
Apply by 31 October 2025.
scadv.eu/rpNPiem
October 14, 2025 at 9:23 AM
We’re hiring! Academia Europaea is looking for a Scientific Policy Officer (50%) to join the EU-funded SAPEA project, part of the Scientific Advice Mechanism to the European Commission.
Based in Munich (remote possible), until April 2029.
Apply by 31 October 2025.
scadv.eu/rpNPiem
Based in Munich (remote possible), until April 2029.
Apply by 31 October 2025.
scadv.eu/rpNPiem
It’s encouraging to see these core ideas now being operationalised through tools like RAISE, the AI Observatory, which will monitor AI trends and assess sectoral impacts, and enhanced EU funding. This is an opportunity to highlight how scientific advice can inform policy in a meaningful way.
October 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM
It’s encouraging to see these core ideas now being operationalised through tools like RAISE, the AI Observatory, which will monitor AI trends and assess sectoral impacts, and enhanced EU funding. This is an opportunity to highlight how scientific advice can inform policy in a meaningful way.
The European Commission has launched its Apply AI and AI in Science strategies, a major step for AI-driven research and innovation in Europe. scadv.eu/4MlYCve
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
October 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM
The European Commission has launched its Apply AI and AI in Science strategies, a major step for AI-driven research and innovation in Europe. scadv.eu/4MlYCve
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
How can research projects make a real impact on policy?
The European Research Executive Agency has released a practical guide on writing effective policy briefs: short, clear documents that turn evidence into actionable recommendations.
Read the full guide here:
scadv.eu/rodMxEU
The European Research Executive Agency has released a practical guide on writing effective policy briefs: short, clear documents that turn evidence into actionable recommendations.
Read the full guide here:
scadv.eu/rodMxEU
September 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
How can research projects make a real impact on policy?
The European Research Executive Agency has released a practical guide on writing effective policy briefs: short, clear documents that turn evidence into actionable recommendations.
Read the full guide here:
scadv.eu/rodMxEU
The European Research Executive Agency has released a practical guide on writing effective policy briefs: short, clear documents that turn evidence into actionable recommendations.
Read the full guide here:
scadv.eu/rodMxEU
New from the European Commission: Sharing scientific evidence with policymakers, a quick starter kit for EU-funded R&I teams. Turn results into policy inputs with a 7-question checklist, timing/channel tips, and curated tools & training. op.europa.eu/s/z8U8
September 18, 2025 at 7:47 AM
New from the European Commission: Sharing scientific evidence with policymakers, a quick starter kit for EU-funded R&I teams. Turn results into policy inputs with a 7-question checklist, timing/channel tips, and curated tools & training. op.europa.eu/s/z8U8
Political cycles often prioritise quick wins, but our most significant challenges require long-term thinking. Can science advice bridge this gap between electoral pressures and generational solutions?
Read our conference report: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
Read our conference report: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
September 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Political cycles often prioritise quick wins, but our most significant challenges require long-term thinking. Can science advice bridge this gap between electoral pressures and generational solutions?
Read our conference report: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
Read our conference report: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
“We’re trained to make discoveries, not to give advice.”
— Prof. Stefan N. Constantinescu
We recognise this challenge. Turning research into actionable policy is a different skill. How can we support scientists in building it?
Read more: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
#ScienceAdvice
— Prof. Stefan N. Constantinescu
We recognise this challenge. Turning research into actionable policy is a different skill. How can we support scientists in building it?
Read more: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
#ScienceAdvice
September 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
“We’re trained to make discoveries, not to give advice.”
— Prof. Stefan N. Constantinescu
We recognise this challenge. Turning research into actionable policy is a different skill. How can we support scientists in building it?
Read more: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
#ScienceAdvice
— Prof. Stefan N. Constantinescu
We recognise this challenge. Turning research into actionable policy is a different skill. How can we support scientists in building it?
Read more: scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
#ScienceAdvice
Download our conference report, “Building Bridges: Shaping Europe’s Science-for-Policy Landscape,” to dive into session summaries, speaker insights, and practical lessons for building trust and impact in European policymaking. scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
September 5, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Download our conference report, “Building Bridges: Shaping Europe’s Science-for-Policy Landscape,” to dive into session summaries, speaker insights, and practical lessons for building trust and impact in European policymaking. scadv.eu/tVFH3mJ
At the SAM Conference, Joanna Drake underscored the vital role of science and ethics advice in responsible, democratic, and forward-looking policymaking.
What do you think?
Where’s the biggest cultural barrier: politics, academia, media, or the public?
👇 Tell us why in the comments.
What do you think?
Where’s the biggest cultural barrier: politics, academia, media, or the public?
👇 Tell us why in the comments.
September 5, 2025 at 1:24 PM
At the SAM Conference, Joanna Drake underscored the vital role of science and ethics advice in responsible, democratic, and forward-looking policymaking.
What do you think?
Where’s the biggest cultural barrier: politics, academia, media, or the public?
👇 Tell us why in the comments.
What do you think?
Where’s the biggest cultural barrier: politics, academia, media, or the public?
👇 Tell us why in the comments.
"Building Bridges - Shaping Europe's Science-for-Policy Landscape" conference report now available! Insights on strengthening #ScienceAdvice across Europe.
Download it now and let's keep building those bridges together!
scadv.eu/17054736
Download it now and let's keep building those bridges together!
scadv.eu/17054736
September 5, 2025 at 8:29 AM
"Building Bridges - Shaping Europe's Science-for-Policy Landscape" conference report now available! Insights on strengthening #ScienceAdvice across Europe.
Download it now and let's keep building those bridges together!
scadv.eu/17054736
Download it now and let's keep building those bridges together!
scadv.eu/17054736
With climate risks accelerating, some scientists are exploring solar radiation modification, reflecting sunlight to cool the planet. Not a substitute for cutting emissions, but could it help in a warmer world? A debate organised by Euractiv. scadv.eu/P8diNp5
30 Sept 2025 | 12:00 CEST | Hybrid
30 Sept 2025 | 12:00 CEST | Hybrid
August 18, 2025 at 3:44 PM
With climate risks accelerating, some scientists are exploring solar radiation modification, reflecting sunlight to cool the planet. Not a substitute for cutting emissions, but could it help in a warmer world? A debate organised by Euractiv. scadv.eu/P8diNp5
30 Sept 2025 | 12:00 CEST | Hybrid
30 Sept 2025 | 12:00 CEST | Hybrid
From climate resilience to energy transitions and healthcare, this event brings together top minds, including a keynote by Carlo Ratti (MIT), to imagine actionable strategies for a more sustainable world. More info: buff.ly/o9d4dzH
August 1, 2025 at 8:23 AM
From climate resilience to energy transitions and healthcare, this event brings together top minds, including a keynote by Carlo Ratti (MIT), to imagine actionable strategies for a more sustainable world. More info: buff.ly/o9d4dzH
Complex challenges demand complex thinking. We're proud to support the 2025 Euro-CASE Annual Conference, a high-level gathering that cuts across disciplines to address the future of our society. 29/09/2025 - Vienna. Register here: buff.ly/hnA0sWH
August 1, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Complex challenges demand complex thinking. We're proud to support the 2025 Euro-CASE Annual Conference, a high-level gathering that cuts across disciplines to address the future of our society. 29/09/2025 - Vienna. Register here: buff.ly/hnA0sWH