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Science Europe

Science Europe is an association that brings together the main scientific research funding organizations in Europe, with the aim of strengthening scientific collaboration at European level, promoting effective research policies, and sustaining a cohesive, open and sustainable European Research Area (ERA).

Founded in 2011 and based in Brussels, Science Europe currently represents more than 40 organizations from 30 countries, covering a wide range of national scientific systems. The association aims to be an institutional voice for European science, promoting dialogue between its members, the institutions of the European Union and other stakeholders in the global research ecosystem.

Science Europe's main areas of activity include:

  • Promoting open science and free access to scientific knowledge
  • Strengthening integrity and quality in research
  • Definition of common principles for scientific evaluation
  • Strategic alignment of financing and infrastructure policies
  • Promoting interdisciplinarity and the societal impact of science

FCT - Foundation for Science and Technology has been a member of Science Europe since its creation, actively participating in the various thematic working groups and taking part in the development of common positions on the main challenges facing science in Europe.

FCT's participation in Science Europe reinforces Portugal's commitment to scientific excellence, international cooperation and the construction of knowledge-based policies, promoting an active voice in the debate on the future of research