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RSS![Handbook for researchers aiming to achieve policy impact](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/achieve.impact.policy.jpg?itok=Iabbh9_1)
The JRC’s Science for Policy Handbook provides advice on how to bring science to the attention of policy makers.
![The cooperation will contribute to enhancing global nuclear safety and security.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/adobestock_334931912.jpeg?itok=7xnN1Nsc)
On the occasion of the EU-India Summit via video conference of 15 July, the European Atomic Energy Community and the Government of India signed an...
![The European Atlas of Natural Radiation provides reference values for natural sources of radiation across the EU.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/adobestock_176729485w.jpg?itok=dIAENNN0)
The European Atlas of Natural Radiation provides harmonised data on levels of natural radiation across the EU.
![The survey targets companies and businesses active in the agri-food supply chain.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/adobestock_232128739_agri.jpeg?itok=V8gOo3pA)
The JRC has launched a survey to monitor the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on the EU’s agricultural-food supply chain - from farm to...
![The data shows that people’s mobility explains the initial spread of the virus.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/adobestock_357409664w.jpg?itok=0wCcAaXC)
New studies published today by the JRC explain the relationship between human mobility and the spread of coronavirus, as well as the effectiveness of...
![The report calls for action to support the development of digital competences in the European work force.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/long_life_learning_reskillingadobestock_320477605.jpeg?itok=C-2vAwkz)
New guidelines to help educators, employers and recruiters ensure Europeans are equipped with the digital skills to thrive in the post-coronavirus...
![Deferred payments can sometimes enhance efficiency in markets.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/adobestock_35474756.jpeg?itok=JluIjvNN)
Regulating late payments from governments to their suppliers in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis and the subsequent recession slashed...
![Needleleaf forests account for half of the total EU harvest.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/ekaterina_pokrovsky_adobestock_317541687.jpeg?itok=t8mKJBIs)
The total area of forests harvested in the EU in 2016-2018 was 49% higher than in 2011-2015.
![The JRC 2019 Annual Report provides insight on how the organisation supports the Commission’s political priorities](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-07/ar_2019.jpg?itok=V7fmrIbS)
JRC science supports a wide range of policies to achieve a more competitive, fair, sustainable and influential Europe
![By rethinking cultural venues and events, cities across the EU are staying culturally vibrant](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/cccm_covid19_visual_final.jpg?itok=PxcKYCHk)
European cities with a high share of cultural and creative jobs are particularly exposed to the economic impacts of the coronavirus crisis
![The coronavirus pandemic made working from home the norm for millions of workers](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/tierney_adobestock_349357752_w.jpg?itok=1zX7NGo0)
Telework has reached a tipping point as more and more companies and institutions have introduced this work arrangement in an effort to keep their...
![The study maps determinants of life dissatisfaction and feelings of anxiety during the crisis](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/zimmytws_adobestock_333729161.jpeg?itok=0jG_6Gc4)
Beyond the health impacts, the personal well-being and mental health of the whole population is affected by coronavirus
![Entrepreneurialism is not about working alone: coming up with fresh ideas and realising them is a social process.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/bro_vector_adobestock_329020800_2.jpg?itok=eP8iYDks)
The coronavirus crisis offers opportunities to rebuild better, more entrepreneurial working cultures.
![Savings are an essential buffer to endure a lockdown and avoid falling into poverty.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/adobestock_197510728_teroesalainen.jpg?itok=8rHLP-wL)
Households with fewer savings are more vulnerable to the potential economic loss following Covid-19 confinement measures
![JRC scientists analysed the spread of the virus at different stages of the epidemic.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/corona-strategies-demographic-geographic-factors.png?itok=NfPHAwSg)
JRC researchers analysed the spread of the virus, and the age and gender of patients, to help inform measures for reopening the EU.
![On International Family Remittances Day, research opens new avenue to understanding the impact of remittances and diaspora investments on international development.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-06/adobestock_209276148_anton_balazh_w.jpg?itok=fkVDotOI)
Falling remittances could remove a major source of income for people in several African countries.
![Re-Open EU is a key tool for anyone travelling in the EU](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/re_open_eu.jpg?itok=uhsK8RC3)
New web platform supports a safe relaunch of travelling and tourism across Europe.
![The report offers a snapshot of the state of fairness in Europe before the coronavirus outbreak](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/fairness_beyond_average.jpg?itok=VYAHiRGF)
Before the start of the coronavirus pandemic, more than half of EU citizens considered their lives to be fair, according to a new report from the JRC.
![The blue economy as a whole presents a huge potential in terms of its contribution to a green recovery](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/adobestock_187475954_marima.jpeg?itok=347xEoy1)
With a turnover of €750 billion in 2018, the EU blue economy is in good health.
![The JRC’s tools will help tackle the wave of false or misleading information that has come during the coronavirus pandemic](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2020-06/20200610_webnews_disinfo1.png?itok=cqjpceM9)
An innovative open-source AI text mining software, available for the fact-checking community, could help fight against coronavirus disinformation.