Horizon Europe, the European Union’s most ambitious research and innovation programme yet, launched five key Missions in 2021 to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges. These Missions span diverse fields: adaptation to climate change, cancer, climate-neutral and smart cities, soil health and food, and the restoration of oceans and waterways.
The Missions each set out clear targets with matching timescales and initiatives dealing with often vast and systemic problems. They draw from a network of researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders including citizen groups and young people to deliver innovative, tangible and inclusive solutions. ‘Mission Ocean’, in particular, stands out as a crucial response to the growing threats to marine ecosystems and our inseparable reliance on healthy water in all its forms, both land and sea-bound.
In the 3rd Newsletter Edition for 2024, EURAXESS ASEAN features an the article "Mission Roundup: Resore our Oceans and Waters".
The article focuses on the current state of the planet's oceans and seas, and highlights why partnerships for change are crucial to address the following pressing concerns: regenerating marine and coastal ecosystems, preventing and eliminating pollution, and creating sustainable ‘blue economies’. It also provides an overview of ongoing EU-funded initiatives in these fields and ongoing funding opportunities for collaboration.
Read the full newsletter article here.