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A new plug-in, to be made available as open source, provides on-the-fly translations of Better Training for Safer Food ACADEMY content

24 March marks World Tuberculosis Day, an occasion to give the spotlight to HaDEA-managed projects funded under the Horizon Europe programme. These two projects are working towards new vaccine solutions and new therapies which are indispensable to combatting tuberculosis.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2025/CPN/0006 on the development of a rapid point-of-care antimicrobial susceptibility testing diagnostic medical device.

HaDEA is funding a number of projects working in the field of environment and health at the workplace.

On 19 March, the European Commission presented the Steel and Metals Action Plan, announced in the Clean Industrial Deal. The focus of this action plan is on lowering energy costs, creating lead markets for low-carbon products, increasing circularity and levelling the international playing field.

As the world celebrates Global Recycling Day on 18 March, discover eight EU-funded projects managed by HaDEA that are taking concrete steps towards a more circular economy and reducing waste.

To evaluate project proposals competing for EU funding in 2025-2027, HaDEA is looking for independent health experts.

These are the results of the evaluation of the proposals submitted to the DIGITAL-2024-BESTUSE-TECH-07 call under the Digital Europe Programme.

These are the results of the evaluation of the proposals submitted to the DIGITAL-2024-ADVANCED-DIGITAL-07 call under the Digital Europe Programme.

HaDEA has published the call for tenders HADEA/2025/OP/0013 - Speeding up the access to and/or uptake of innovative Mpox vaccines.

On World Obesity Day, check out how EU-funded projects under HaDEA’s remit are helping to fight childhood and adolescent obesity. 

On Rare Disease Day, HaDEA interviewed Sarah Zohar, coordinator of the EU-funded project INVENTS, and Florence Guillot, representative of the French National Research Agency in the the ERA-Net E-Rare-3 project, to shed light on their projects.

On Rare Disease Day, HaDEA interviewed professor Luca Sangiorgi, Coordinator of ERN BOND, the European Reference Network of Rare Bone Disorders, and Chair of the ERN Coordinators Group, which is the governing board of the 24 ERNs.

Watch our latest testimonial videos about innovative solutions and achievements of three Horizon Europe projects managed by HaDEA. The videos feature the projects MULTHEM, RECREATE and SUSPENS, showcasing their cutting-edge work in developing sustainable and lightweight materials.

During the first half of 2025, Poland is holding the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union for the second time. As president, Poland is steering work across all levels of the Council’s operations, aiming to foster collaboration and consensus among EU Member States.

While AI offers many exciting benefits and opportunities, like increased efficiency and the potential for groundbreaking innovations, it also raises serious ethical and societal concerns, especially for children and young people—ranging from data privacy to misuse of AI’s technical capabilities.

HaDEA has published “End-to-end Earth observation systems and services: an overview of EU Space research projects supporting the development of Earth observation”. This publication presents a selection of projects that are bolstering the competitiveness of the European space sector.

HaDEA has published the Prior Information Notice HADEA/2025/OP/0013-PIN for the EU4Health call for tenders to speed up the access to and/or uptake of innovative Mpox vaccines.

HaDEA has published the Prior Information Notice for the EU4Health call for tenders on multiple framework contracts in cascade for legal support services for the compliance assessment of national transposing measures in the health and food safety areas in the context of the enlargement.

The latest report on the Raw Materials Information System (RMIS) is now available, providing crucial insights into the role of advanced materials in critical raw material (CRM) reduction.

Connecting Europe Facility - Digital Call 4 closed on 13 February with a budget of €233 million for 5G Large-Scale Pilots and Backbone connectivity for Digital Global Gateways. It drew an impressive total of 321 partners responding with 85 proposals.

HaDEA is gearing up for the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, happening from 3 to 6 March at Fira Gran via in Barcelona. As the world’s biggest event for the mobile communications industry, MWC brings together over 100 000 companies, government representatives, investors, and startups.

HaDEA has published the Prior Information Notice HADEA/2025/CPN/0006-PIN for the upcoming publication of the EU4Health call for tenders on the development of a rapid point-of-care antimicrobial susceptibility testing diagnostic medical device.

Safer Internet Day is all about empowering people, especially children and young people, to navigate the digital world safely and positively. From tackling cyberbullying to understanding social networking and digital identity, the campaign highlights key online challenges and emerging concerns.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health Prior Information Notice HADEA/2025/CPN/0008-PIN - Multiple sourcing Framework Contracts to speed up the development of and access to innovative medical countermeasures - Next-Generation Influenza Vaccines.

On 4 February, World Cancer Day, HaDEA organised a project showcase event on 'Fostering synergies to beat cancer: The impact of EU-funded projects'. 

DigiPass is creating a sustainable platform which includes support for Digital Materials & Product Passport (DMPP) and for collaborative innovation-by-design processes in a circular economy served by advanced materials.

During cervical cancer awareness month, let’s take a closer look at EU4Health projects informing, training and raising awareness among the young populations about the importance of HPV vaccination to prevent and eliminate cervical cancer.

HaDEA signed a new Framework contract (FWC) to support joint clinical assessments and joint scientific consultations under Regulation (EU) 2021/2282 on Health Technology Assessment (HTAR).

Meet the HaDEA-managed projects attending HiPEAC 2024 conference from 20 to 23 January in Barcelona, Spain.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for proposals EU4H-2024-PJ-04 - EU-USA cooperation on lung cancer

HaDEA has published the call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0057 - Organisational support to SoHO Competent Authorities in Member States for the implementation of Regulation 1938/2024.

On International Epidemic Preparedness Day, explore some examples of projects aimed at protecting citizens and enhancing Europe’s resilience against cross-border health threats.

HaDEA has published the call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0026 - Service contract to translate and validate the European medical device nomenclature (EMDN) and the International medical device regulators forum (IMDRF) adverse events terminologies in official EU languages

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0014-Support centre for the European electronic health record exchange Format (EEHRxF) and for the interoperability and security of electronic health record systems.

On international migrant days, let’s take a look at EU4Health projects that have worked or are working to support migrants' health.

Awarded in 2022 within CEF Digital’s “backbone networks for pan-European cloud federations” topic, the project DNS4EU is deploying the first EU-wide protective DNS ecosystem for public services. This will contribute to and strengthen European sovereignty.

The Copernicus programme stands as one of the world’s most successful Earth Observation initiatives and a key European achievement in space.

HaDEA finished the evaluation of 56 proposals, from consortia that were invited to submit full proposals for the 2nd stage of two-stage Twin-Transition and Resilience calls under Horizon Europe Cluster 4.

As part of the EU Space Research call 2024, HaDEA selected six projects under the STEP topic “Space technologies for European non-dependence and competitiveness”. The awarded STEP Seal will boost their visibility and help to attract additional public and private funding.

This publication presents a selection of projects under the Horizon Europe Programme that are driving innovation in the field of critical raw materials.

On 12 November, HaDEA and the Joint Action on increasing the capacity of National Focal Points of the EU4Health programme (NFP4Health) organised a workshop on best practices in EU-wide projects contributing to achieving the objectives of EU health policies.

One of the key contributions of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Telecom programme over its 10 years lifespan has been the development of technological solutions driven by the availability of public data. Discover the SPOTTED project, part of the public open data portfolio managed by HaDEA.

HaDEA has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a call for tenders to be funded under the 2024 EU4Health Annual Work Programme.

The call HORIZON-CL4-2024-SPACE-01 managed by the HaDEA Space research team closed on 21 March 2024 and received 28 proposals, requesting a total EU contribution of approximately €90.5 million. The team has now completed the grant agreement preparations with 10 of the 11 selected projects.

During Antimicrobial Awareness Week, let’s take a look at EU4Health projects and initiatives managed by HaDEA that aim to combat antimicrobial resistance.

HaDEA has evaluated proposals for two Horizon Europe Cluster 4 calls. One selected project will host the “Driving Green Technologies and Materials in Industry” conference in Krakow, between 2 and 4 June 2025. Five other projects will address digital, industry and space topics.

Funded under EU4Health, the Joint Actions JANE and CraNE worked on the establishment of cancer networks. Given their successful implementation and to follow up on their developments, both Joint Actions will continue under EU4Health as JANE-2 and EUnetCCC. Read the article to learn more about them.

Over 33 million people in the EU suffer from diabetes, a disease characterised by abnormal blood sugar levels that represents a growing threat to human health. On World Diabetes Day, read more about EU4Health projects working on diabetes prevention within different communities.

HaDEA manages a wide range of projects funded under Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe in the area of brain research and innovation, some of which will attend the 4th edition of the Brain Innovation Days event. Discover the showcased projects in the article.

This survey aims to gather crucial insights from persons with disabilities who have undergone cancer screening or treatment.

Every first Thursday of November, we observe the international day against violence and bullying including cyberbullying. The safer internet projects funded under the Digital Europe Programme focus on raising awareness about how to navigate the internet in a safe and responsible way.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders on setting up horizon scanning for medical devices & in vitro diagnostic medical devices.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0034- Support to stakeholders on secondary use of data within the European Health Data Space.

On 24 October 2024, HaDEA and DG RTD organised a webinar on 'How to communicate about and disseminate project results under Horizon Europe Cluster 1 ‘Health’ and Horizon 2020.

The Global Media and Information Literacy Week, running from 24 to 31 October, highlights the importance of equipping people with critical thinking skills in the current digital ecosystem.

Funded under the EU Third health programme, the RISE-Vac project aims to improve the health of prison population in Europe by promoting vaccine literacy and improving the offer and uptake of vaccines.

On breast cancer awareness month, let’s look at the research advances of some Horizon Europe ‘Health’ and Horizon 2020 projects managed by HaDEA that are promoting patient centric approaches and personalised treatment.

HaDEA has published “An overview of EU-funded R&I projects supporting the development of ISOS capabilities”. This publication presents a selection of projects under the Horizon Europe Programme that are driving innovation in the field of In-Space Operations and Services (ISOS).

This call is the first launched in the framework of the second Work Programme for the digital part of the  Connecting Europe Facility (CEF-Digital), which defines the scope and objectives of the EU-supported actions aimed to improve Europe's digital connectivity infrastructures until 2027.

The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) programme has prioritised cybersecurity as a fundamental area of investment, funding a variety of projects which address cybersecurity challenges at multiple levels.

Discover how some of HaDEA-managed projects, funded under Horizon Europe, address innovation for a sustainable agriculture. These projects are developing the next generation of fertilisers, biocides and plant protection products for agriculture.

The Commission has selected 53 projects from the third round of calls for proposals under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital programme.

October is an important month for cybersecurity awareness across Europe, thanks to the European Cyber Security Month, a campaign that seeks to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity, encourage best practices, and provide resources for individuals and organisations to stay safe online.

14 October is World Standards Day, honouring the experts who develop the voluntary technical agreements published as International Standards. The aim of this day is to raise awareness among regulators, industry, and consumers about the importance of standardisation.

The International Astronautical Congress (14-18 October) is one of the leading global space events. HaDEA is managing a broad portfolio of EU space research & innovation projects, funded by the Horizon Europe programme. Meet some of these projects that will be showcasing their results at the IAC.

On the occasion of World Mental Health Day, HaDEA checked in with two of its concluding projects funded under the EU4Health and Third health programme.

Today, the Commission has adopted the second Work Programme for the digital part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital, which defines the scope and objectives of EU-funded actions to improve Europe's digital connectivity infrastructures.

World Space Week is an international celebration of space science and technology. The theme of this year’s edition is ‘Space & Climate Change’. Discover five HaDEA-managed projects that are leveraging space technologies (such as Earth observation) to combat climate change.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0029 - Framework contract in cascade for the implementation of pharmaceutical legislation and data-driven policy for medical products

The European Big Data Value Forum 2024 will take place in Budapest, Hungary from 2 to 4 October. The event brings together industry professionals, business developers, researchers and policymakers to promote policy initiatives and industrial and research activities in the areas of Data and AI.

On World Heart Day, let’s take a closer look at projects funded by the EU programme EU4Health that are supporting hearth health by raising awareness about cardiovascular disease risks and by implementing early screening measures.

The European Heritage Days aim to raise awareness of Europe's rich cultural diversity. This year’s theme centres around the networks and connections that are built up through the exchanges and influences that form the cultural heritage identity.

Over the 10 years lifespan of CEF programme, HaDEA and DG CNECT have supported the development of digitisation of cultural heritage through the funding of projects under CEF-Telecom (2014-2020) and Digital Europe (2021-2027) programmes.

HaDEA has published seven calls for proposals under the EU4Health Annual Work Programme 2024.

The International Broadcasting Convention will focus on the future of the global media and entertainment industry. The conference programme will include sessions on disinformation and media. HaDEA addresses the challenge of digital disinformation through several initiatives in its project portfolio.

7 September is the UN International Day of Police Cooperation - an occasion to recognise the essential role of international policing cooperation in meeting security needs across countries. Learn about two projects that help Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) adopt groundbreaking solutions.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0031: Single framework contract for joint clinical assessments and joint scientific consultations under Regulation (EU) 2021/2282 on health technology assessment

HaDEA has recently signed three grant agreements with the Joint Actions EUCANscreen, MENTOR and PrISMA, for a total contribution of almost €38 million. The three Joint Actions will be active in the fields of cancer, mental health and medical ionising radiations.

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0027-Exploratory study on the provision of care for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients in the Union.

The development of new sets of skills and competencies, as well as appropriate digital infrastructure and equipment have become crucial to support the transformation of the whole education ecosystem.

HaDEA has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for an upcoming EU4Health call for tenders.

At the occasion of World Lung Cancer Day, let’s see a few examples of EU4Health and Horizon projects working on early detection of lung cancer

On World Hepatitis Day, let’s take a closer look at two EU-funded projects managed by HaDEA that are working on testing on and vaccination against the Hepatitis B and C viruses (HBV and HCV).

Electric Propulsion (EP) is a groundbreaking technology for maintaining satellite orbits and vital to the Future Space Ecosystem. This Results Pack showcases 12 projects funded by the Strategic Research Cluster (SRC) on Electric Propulsion, advancing European EP research.

HaDEA has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a call for tenders to be funded under the 2024 EU4Health Annual Work Programme.

HaDEA has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for an upcoming EU4Health call for tenders.

International Moon Day is celebrated annually on 20 July, marking the anniversary of the first landing of humans on the Moon. The day is a global celebration that serves not only as a reminder of past achievements, but also as an annual testimony to future Moon endeavours.

A virtual info session on the call European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO), launched under the Digital Europe Work Programme 2023-2024, took place on 16 July 2024. Find the recording and presentations here.

HaDEA has published a prior information notice for an exploratory study on the provision of care for adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer patients in the Union, to be funded under the 2024 EU4Health work programme.

World Youth Skills Day is celebrated on 15 July. It draws attention to the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship.

The successful launch of Ariane 6 marks a major milestone, as it enables Europe to realise its ambitions on the world stage to ensure autonomous access to space and to boost its longstanding expertise in launching spacecrafts.

Imagine seamless 5G connectivity that allows you to travel and work on the move, drive (semi-)automatically, form convoys of connected vehicles, or utilise mission-critical services as you cross the borders between EU countries.

HaDEA has published a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a call for tenders to translate into all EU official languages the European medical device nomenclature and the international medical device regulators forum's adverse events terminologies.

HaDEA has completed the evaluation of the proposals submitted under the call HORIZON-CL4-2024-SPACE-01, which closed on 21 March 2024.

HaDEA has started grant agreement preparations with the successful consortia of 11 proposals, which will receive a total EU contribution of €44.48 million.

This interim evaluation will examine whether the Digital Europe programme is working as intended 4 years after the start of implementation.

Join the webinar to discover the innovative work of seven cutting-edge projects funded by the HORIZON Europe Digital call "Cognitive Computing Continuum: Intelligence and Automation for More Efficient Data Processing"

HaDEA has published the EU4Health call for tenders HADEA/2024/OP/0017 - Framework contracts to provide services and supplies to measure pathogens and pollutants of emerging concern in untreated wastewater samples as part of a global sentinel system.

HaDEA has recently signed 24 multi-annual grant agreements with the European Reference Networks (ERNs), for a total contribution of over €77 million for the period October 2023 - September 2027.