Oceans cover 70% of earth’s surface and the earth has around 620.000 kilometers of coastline. This is where the land meets the sea, holding a significant place in the world’s geography. They are important for the ecosystems and are home to diverse …
The revolution of low-cost analytical instruments Analytical science has enabled major breakthroughs in health, forensics, environmental research and manufacturing – to name just a few. This has largely been through the continuous evolution and improvement …
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Collaborative Innovations from the ENABLE Action Medication non-adherence is a major societal problem with serious clinical and economic consequences, associated with 200,000 deaths and 125 billion Euros of costs annually in Europe. Studies show that only …
European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) and the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for facilitating international networking and research coordination opportunities for scientists supported by the …
On 12 June 2024, COST’s governing board, the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) approved funding for six new COST Innovators Grants (CIGs). What is a COST Innovators Grant? The COST Innovators Grant, as defined in the COST Strategic Plan, aims to enhance …
Our 60 newly approved research networks are now available on the COST website by browsing our dedicated COST Action section. All new Actions begin with CA23 so it’s easy to identify them. Apply to join today! COST Actions are different to many other EU …
Imagine a world where breathing is a luxury and a cough marks the sound of an inner battle. Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), a condition characterised by inflammation and fibrosis, is a major cause of severe respiratory illness and can occur in children. …
Biodiversity globally is in crisis according to the latest WWF report. It is estimated that wildlife populations have been reduced by 69% since the 1970s. There is also mounting evidence that populations of insects around the world are in sharp decline. …
In the fascinating world of nanotechnology, precision is key. Think of laser beams of light that can do amazing things like scan barcodes or read DVDs. Now imagine a similar tool, but on a tiny scale – focused ion beams (FIBs). These microscopic tools …
Universities are pillars of society that contribute to its intellectual, cultural, social, and economic vitality, shaping the future through education, research, and innovation. This is the best place to explore the impacts of new nationalisms and shifting …
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In October 2023, the Nobel Prize for Physics was awarded for ‘experimental methods that generate attosecond pulses of light for the study of electron dynamics in matter’. This burgeoning field of research and its practical application has benefitted …
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On 17 May 2024, COST’s governing board, the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO), confirmed the funding of 60 new COST Actions, that will officially start in Autumn 2024. The 60 new COST Actions in figures: 18% of main proposers are Young Researchers and …
How can we adequately feed a growing global population using agricultural practices that are environment-friendly, cost-effective, and also enable us to mitigate climate change and biodiversity loss? Research into the breeding of new resilient, nutritious …
BeSafeBeeHoney COST Action emphasises the role of beekeepers as the future stewards of our ecosystem Honey has always been a rich source of natural sugar and is valued for its medicinal benefits, such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and …
With the growing number of people living longer, it is becoming clear that the ‘Care Economy’ is a crucial component of the welfare state. By 2030, the number of people aged 60 years or over is projected to grow to 1,4 billion. By 2050, the world’s …
When science meets cheese Have you ever wondered whether the cheese you buy is authentic or counterfeit? Imagine having scientists who can tell the difference between different types of cheese, just by looking at their molecular movements. The European …
COST Actions are meant to be inclusive which means ensuring a geographic spread of participants, encouraging gender balance, and involving young researchers. So what happens when an Action ensures that participation of young researchers is rooted the very …
