Webinar: Scientific Innovation and Growth
Knowledge rights 21 (KR21) is organising a webinar on 24 June 2024, which will focus on how the European Union can support research and scientific innovation in the new mandate. Welcome to attend.
The event will also include the launch of the KR21 EU Action Plan, which outlines 12 ways the EU can improve its support for research, and in turn the economy. Participants will gain insights on how to support science and research in the post-European election policy space and develop ideas for assessing and discussing research-friendly frameworks.
Programme
- Keynote: Michael Arentoft – Head of Unit, Open Science and Research Infrastructures, DG RTD, European Commission
- Panel One: A better deal for the information economy 2024-2029 – The View from Think Tanks & KR21
- Gerard Oosterwijk – Policy Analyst on Digital, Foundation for European Progressive Studies
- Maria Alesina – Policy and Research Officer, European Liberal Forum
- Benjamin White – Co-founder, KR21
- Panel Two: The institutional perspective on how to better support the information and technology regulatory environment to support scientific advancements and growth
- Vinciane Gaillard – Deputy Director for Research and Innovation (R&I), European University Association (EUA)
- Lidia Borrell-Damián – Secretary General, Science Europe
- Other speakers
- Launch of the KR21 EU Action Plan: Knowledge for a Stronger Europe
Attendees can register here to secure a spot for this important discussion on advancing scientific growth and innovation in Europe. Welcome!
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