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RSS![The prizes will celebrate excellent examples to help inspire the New European Bauhaus project.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/neb-prizes_banner.png?itok=9uDzuJpu)
Applications are now open for the first New European Bauhaus prizes, launched by Commissioner Ferreira and Commissioner Gabriel at the project’s...
![This multi-hazard early warning system will be discussed with experts during the 2021 Humanitarian Network and Partnership Week.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/01_hum-coordination_landscape_w.jpg?itok=YaTYipkY)
A new version of the Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System (GDACS) platform is available, covering wildfires and allowing faster information...
![Protecting primary and old-growth forests is vital for preserving biodiversity and mitigating climate change.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/pellinni_adobestock_134224571_2.jpeg?itok=lTS-oxH1)
About 4.9 million hectares of the EU forests are 'primary' or 'old-growth', according to a new JRC report.
![Commission has launched a Knowledge Centre on Earth Observation, to maximise the use of knowledge generated from Earth Observation, in particular from the European Copernicus Programme, in EU policymaking.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/kceo_visual_generic2.jpg?itok=8zjb_spi)
The Commission has launched a Knowledge Centre on Earth Observation, to maximise the use of knowledge generated from Earth Observation, in particular...
![The Joint Research Centre publishes today a study presenting four alternative scenarios for the EU bioeconomy in 2050.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/foresight_bioeconomy_collage1_v2-01.jpg?itok=Z1ynMUhH)
The Joint Research Centre publishes today a study presenting four alternative scenarios for the EU bioeconomy in 2050.
![In today’s increasingly interconnected world, decisions taken in one sector or country can have repercussions in other sectors and regions](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-04/tetiana_adobestock_278633350.jpeg?itok=oLp31eSr)
Joint OECD-JRC report helps to support the design of long-term recovery strategies by implementing the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
![The Export Control Handbook for Chemicals enables to verify which chemicals require an export authorisation.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/20210329_webnews_cover_pic_echc_cropped.png?itok=EjSgyyX8)
JRC’s Handbook and the online dataset provide quick guidance for exporters and customs officers involved in the export and distribution of chemicals....
![The manual will help in collecting data to understand where to focus efforts to keep Europe’s seas and beaches clean.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_233875206_copyright_andrii_zastrozhnov.jpeg?itok=NEhEx_GE)
The manual will support people entrusted with monitoring marine litter to record the data they collect in a harmonised way.
![Joining two antibodies into a single molecule attacks the virus in two places at the same time](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/20210326_webnews_adobestock_40978523.jpeg?itok=Y4S0GSmm)
A second generation ‘double antibody’ which could be used in both prevention and treatment of COVID-19 was developed by the JRC and international...
![According to this study, children spent an average of six-and-a-half hours daily online.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_398250279.jpeg?itok=V8bjJ2Kn)
Children learning remotely report facing negative online content on average more often than before the Covid-19 pandemic, while parents improved their...
![The results of the JRC study demonstrate that sensory differences are clearly noticeable where there are large differences in product composition.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/2021_sciencehub_dualfood_sensory_approach.png?itok=QlZzgKhE)
Today, the Commission published the results of the second part of an EU-wide quality comparison of food products marketed under the same branding.
![The new book explores how to protect lives, livelihoods, the environment and our rich cultural heritage from future disasters](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/20210323_webnews_visual_twitter_sc4drm_book_1_mainvisual.jpg?itok=2-SqEYGi)
Enhanced data collection, more knowledge sharing and a long-term approach to risk will be key in strengthening Europe’s resilience against future...
![Wildfires can have catastrophic effects such as land degradation, deforestation, or biomass burning emissions.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_136253160w.jpg?itok=TrYnOhzU)
Country profiles under the Global Wildfire Information System (GWIS) support wildfire management and disaster risk reduction providing information on...
![Energy prices have increased substantially over the last two decades.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_282470182_william_w._potter.jpeg?itok=rg5vCzO_)
Redistributing environmental tax revenue can help support households facing increasing energy and transport costs.
![The recommendation builds on an EU Umbrella Initiative collecting the knowledge and experience regarding the surveillance of COVID-19 and its variants in wastewaters.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_53063286.jpeg?itok=oS0PjWd3)
Today, the European Commission adopted a Recommendation on monitoring COVID-19 and its variants in wastewaters in the EU.
![A total of 21 Member States are either already coal-free, or have committed to phasing-out coal, lignite and peat, by 2030](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_119579128.jpeg?itok=UyGXBXrx)
A new JRC study maps the challenges of the energy transition for the EU coal, peat and oil shale regions.
![The JRC report explores alternative data governance models.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/20210310_web_news_adobestock_184811519.jpeg?itok=tVYaccwD)
A new report highlights the crucial role of governments in setting the rules of the digital market and ensuring that the value generated from data is...
![During the lockdowns, families across Europe shared domestic work more equally.](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/adobestock_253729956.jpeg?itok=Uy2dL77T)
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the disproportionate burdens that women carry, but it might also present an opportunity to challenge outdated...
![The onset of obesity is caused by multiple and inter-related genetic, behavioural, physiological, environmental, psychological and social factors](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2021-03/20210304_webnews_adobestock_314934739_copyright_creativa_images.jpeg?itok=aRthrnB1)
On a newly dedicated section on obesity in its Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Knowledge Gateway, JRC publishes a first set of facts and...
![The JRC is developing new and innovative digital technologies to support law enforcement](https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/public/2022-01/servers_w.jpg?itok=XovUTREY)
The JRC works at the cutting edge of innovations to help law enforcement at all stages of criminal investigations: from identifying victims and...