SheInvest programme to support women’s economic empowerment
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has launched SheInvest, a €1bn initiative aimed at supporting the economic empowerment of women. The programme, which aims to support...
EU innovation and networks audit finds flaws in project selection, synergy
The European Court of Auditors has completed an audit into the EU Innovation and Networks Executive Agency. The Innovation and Networks Executive Agency (INEA) was...
Humanitarian aid to Yemen to support public, private sectors
The European Commission has adopted a package providing €79m in humanitarian aid to support communities, public services and private growth in Yemen. Yemen has been...
Erasmus+ investment increased for 2020 round
The European Commission has announced an investment of more than €3bn for the 2020 round of the EU’s Erasmus+ education programme. The investment, which represents...
Rise of machines to make ageing at home easier
Guest contributor Ali Dockerty explores the growing popularity of ageing at home and the ways in which smart technology can help. The cost of nursing...
Brexit impact on music industry detailed in new study
A report compiled by three universities has highlighted concerns over the impact of Brexit on live music in the UK. The ‘Birmingham live music and...
Computer equipment to Africa to support digital education
The Scottish government has announced its plans to donate used computer equipment to schools and communities in sub-Saharan Africa. The government has partnered with the...
Predictive maintenance, machine learning and the holographic principle
Neuron soundware specialises in analysing the sound produced by machines in order to enable predictive maintenance. Physics defines sound as a vibration that propagates as...
Refugee support in Turkey: EU releases €663m funding
The European Commission has mobilised €663m in humanitarian aid for refugee support in Turkey, bolstering the provision of essential services. €600m of the funding will...
Scottish Brexit impact study predicts serious economic consequences
A new study by the Scottish government has highlighted the destructive impact Brexit will have on Scotland’s economy. The report, titled ‘Scotland's place in Europe:...
