The JRC provides evidence-based knowledge to support EU policies and positively impact society Science you can trustWhen policy makers create laws that affect millions of Europeans, what can they rely on? Who can they trust?From science to policyThe Joint Research Centre is the science and knowledge service of the European Commission. We put independent science at the heart of EU policymaking. In focusMeet Erica Bol, an expert at the EU Policy Lab, whose work brings long-term thinking into today’s decision makingWork at the JRC and contribute to evidence-based policymaking to improve our societyJRC science for intergenerational fairness and today's policies: what future for our children and grandchildren? Our work Scientific activities by areaFrom AI to quantum; from climate to competitiveness, we work on all areas of EU policy.Scientific tools and databasesThe JRC offers over 60 scientific tools and databases. LaboratoriesThe JRC has over 50 laboratories and testing facilities.JRC Publications RepositoryFind all JRC reports and studies. The JRC in numbers 3000+open-access data sets100+models used1/3new initiatives supported (average)70%staff engaged in research Latest news 16 April 2026Fractured reality: how algorithms fuel polarisation and affect democracy4 min read13 April 2026Urban green spaces are scarce, while climate and wealth impact access4 min read7 April 2026Artificial intelligence in cardiovascular care: from promise to practice4 min readSee all news Research updatesLatest scientific developmentsSee all updates >The JRC explainsDeep dives on the science behind key topicsSee all explainers > Latest publicationsOur publications are available on the JRC Publications RepositoryScientific paper15 April 2026Bilateral tax competition in double tax treaties between developed and developing countriesScientific paper14 April 2026European expert consensus on cancer recurrence and progression data collection by population based cancer registriesScientific paper14 April 2026Melting of ultra-high temperature materials: tantalum carbonitrides. Scientific paper13 April 2026A global typology for assessing socioeconomic impacts of the circular economySee all our publications Upcoming events16-17Apr2026Conferences and summitsNew Frontiers in Banking and Capital Markets ConferenceThe Conference will offer a platform for academics, policy makers, and market professionals to critically assess the future of ESG in financial markets and foster an evidence-based dialogue on trustworthy sustainability, real impact measurement, and regulatory convergence.20-21Apr2026Conferences and summits5th CEMS Global flood forecasting and monitoring meetingFind out the most recent developments of the Copernicus Global Flood Awareness System (GloFAS) and Global Flood Monitoring (GFM) tools.18-22May2026Training and workshopsRoot cause analysis and event investigation trainingThis annual training course aims to provide or enhance theoretical knowledge and practical skills in investigating and analysing unusual events at nuclear installations.See all events Follow the JRC on social mediaeu_scienceEU Science, Research and Innovation@EU_JRC@EUJointResearchCentreEU Science, Research & Innovation@EUJointResearchCentreOther social networks
Meet Erica Bol, an expert at the EU Policy Lab, whose work brings long-term thinking into today’s decision making
JRC science for intergenerational fairness and today's policies: what future for our children and grandchildren?
Scientific activities by areaFrom AI to quantum; from climate to competitiveness, we work on all areas of EU policy.
Scientific paper15 April 2026Bilateral tax competition in double tax treaties between developed and developing countries
Scientific paper14 April 2026European expert consensus on cancer recurrence and progression data collection by population based cancer registries
Scientific paper13 April 2026A global typology for assessing socioeconomic impacts of the circular economy
16-17Apr2026Conferences and summitsNew Frontiers in Banking and Capital Markets ConferenceThe Conference will offer a platform for academics, policy makers, and market professionals to critically assess the future of ESG in financial markets and foster an evidence-based dialogue on trustworthy sustainability, real impact measurement, and regulatory convergence.
20-21Apr2026Conferences and summits5th CEMS Global flood forecasting and monitoring meetingFind out the most recent developments of the Copernicus Global Flood Awareness System (GloFAS) and Global Flood Monitoring (GFM) tools.
18-22May2026Training and workshopsRoot cause analysis and event investigation trainingThis annual training course aims to provide or enhance theoretical knowledge and practical skills in investigating and analysing unusual events at nuclear installations.
