An interview with Ms Vanessa Matz, Federal Minister for Science Policy. Belgian research’s position in Europe, priorities regarding science policy, federal support to the participation of Belgian researchers in European research programmes, examples of research projects supported by federal funding, digital transition in the Federal Scientific Institutions, main challenges for Belgian research at European and international level… 🧑🔬👩🔬
Flanders will remain an innovation leader in Europe
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Interview with Mr Mathias DIEPENDAELE, Flemish Minister President and Minister for Economy, Innovation and Industry, Foreign Affairs, Digitalisation and Facility Management On September 30, 2024, Mathias Diependaele not only assumed office as the new Flemish Minister-President, he also took on the responsibilities of foreign affairs, economy, industry, innovation, digitalisation and…
Supporting R&D in defence, cybersecurity, AI & decarbonisation
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Supporting R&D in Defence, Cybersecurity, AI & Decarbonisation: 🚀 How Wallonia Is Powering the Future. From cutting-edge AI to defence innovation and green tech, Wallonia is fueling transformative research with real-world impact. Minister-President Adrien Dolimont reveals how strategic funding is driving scientific breakthroughs that matter.
Investing in strategic sectors such as the energy transition, digital technologies, health and industry
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An interview with Mr Pierre-Yves JEHOLET Vice-Chairman and Walloon Minister for the Economy, Industry, the Digital Economy, Employment and Training How do you view the current state of the Walloon economy, and what are your priorities in this area? © Pierre-Yves Jeholet’s cabinetWe need to ensure that our economy develops…
EWI: Excellence and valorisation keywords in scientific research in Flanders
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Interview with Mr Johan HANSSENS Secretary-general of EWI What are EWI’s core tasks? The Department of Economy, Science and Innovation (EWI) is responsible for policy preparation, policy follow-up and policy evaluation for the sectors of economy, science and innovation within the Flemish government. In this framework, our most important goal…
BELSPO: Introducing the Centre of Excellence on Species Identification and Molecular Taxonomy
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Accurate species identification of biological material is required to assess and understand biodiversity and ecosystems but also to, for example, implement animal and plant (including wildlife) trade regulations, prevent infectious disease outbreaks, screen the food chain, or deploy agricultural pest control programs. In response to the recurrent societal need for…
R&D investments improve the quality of life and create meaningful jobs
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An interview with Mr Thomas DERMINE State Secretary for Economic Recovery and Strategic Investments, Science Policy, attached to the Minister for the Economy and Labour What are Belgium’s strengths in terms of R&D? By 2022, Belgium’s investments in R&D have reached 3.43% of its GDP, putting it in the lead…
Health Research, Circularity, and Social Innovation: Major Strengths in the Brussels Region
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An Interview with Mrs. Barbara Trachte Secretary of State for the Brussels-Capital Region, Responsible for Economic Transition and Scientific Research What are your priorities for the new term of office of the Brussels-Capital Government? The priorities of the next Brussels Government are not yet known at this stage. However, my…