European Commission Addresses Research Security Challenges and Support at EU Level
The European Commission recently convened an Implementation Dialogue on Research Security, bringing together stakeholders from across the European research and innovation ecosystem. Chaired by Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation, Ekaterina Zaharieva, the discussion focused on the progress and challenges in implementing research security measures and strengthening support and coordination at the EU level. Participants shared practical experiences, emerging good practices, and identified areas requiring further support to help the research and innovation sector address security risks. This initiative is part of the Commission's broader efforts to assist Member States and research and innovation stakeholders in establishing robust research security frameworks, aligning with the European Economic Security Strategy and the Council Recommendation on Enhancing Research Security. The dialogue emphasized the importance of integrating research security while preserving academic freedom, institutional ...