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Choose Europe: a Mexican scientist making green medicines using renewable resources in Belgium
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A new EU platform designed to support innovators and startups across Europe has launched this week. A central entry point, the EU Innovation Platform, will help innovators seeking support to bring their ideas closer to the market by connecting them with relevant available services or funding calls.

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Three Belgian policemen viewed from behind
  • Press release

The EU law on victims’ rights has been updated to make it easier to report a crime online. Victims will also gain access to the EU-wide hotline 116 006 for information and support on their rights. Children who are victims of crime will be able to call on dedicated, child-friendly support services.

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EIC 2026 Woman Innovator Katerina Spranger
  • Press release

The European Prize for Women Innovators recognises women who are transforming innovation into real-world impact. This year’s winners included 2026 EIC Women Innovator Katerina Spranger (Ukraine/UK), whose company harnesses AI to enhance the safety and precision of brain aneurysm treatments.

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