@EU_Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC). Providing independent, evidence-based knowledge & science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society.
Here is how our scientists use AI to detect early economic changes.
They use LLMs to read millions of social media posts and track the European economic climate in real time.
These insights help identify trends and warning signals.
📢 Are you looking for a PhD opportunity?
Check our vacancies and work alongside JRC scientists while collaborating with leading universities across Europe, and contribute to research that helps shape EU policies through science.
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How can technology and innovation strengthen Europe's security?
This week, @EU_Commission showcased cutting-edge security prototypes designed to help police and customs authorities across Europe combat drug and firearms trafficking, organised crime and terrorism.
JRC contributed to the State of the Digital Decade Report by mapping RRF funding allocated to reaching the Digital Decade targets.
➡️Full implementation of RRF digital investments could generate EUR 219.2 billion in cumulative economic impact by 2030.
🔗link.europa.eu/Wwqjpd
The JRC 2026 Call for Expressions of Interest under the Collaborative Doctoral Partnership programme is now open.
Universities can partner with the JRC to jointly design and supervise PhD projects across eight research themes.
Apply by 25 September: link.europa.eu/TkNfMg
🌍A potentially historic El Niño is developing in 2026.
New #JRC analysis shows how its impacts may compound existing vulnerabilities, from food insecurity to displacement.
➡️Early warning can help support action before crises escalate.
More at: link.europa.eu/gKckTG
68% of #cocoa-producing households in #Cameroon earn less than what is needed to afford a decent standard of living.
A large-scale study with @EUScienceInnov & @FAOSocioEcon presents strategies to bridge the gap.
Join the webinar to learn more: shorturl.at/2GtwQ
Join our Summer School on Sustainable Finance on 25–26 June!
Two days of discussions on:
➡️Green finance and sustainability disclosures
➡️Financial impacts of sustainability factors
➡️Carbon emissions and transition finance
➡️Nature finance
Register now: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runne…
Between 2020 and 2024, our research was cited 5,459 times in EU policy documents, with 83% co-authored alongside 3,500+ partners worldwide.
➡️ From environment and climate to AI and democracy, our science supports EU decision-making.
🧪Read more: link.europa.eu/8vYrBh
Meet Ondrej, one of our nuclear scientists!
Together with his team, he studies the properties and behaviour of nuclear fuels.
They have also developed strong expertise in Molten Salt Reactors (MSRs), making the JRC one of the reference centres for this technology.
Learn more⬇️
How is science helping to transform your territory?
Follow our event on 2 June to find out! Some of the territories taking part in our Preparatory Action on Innovation for Place-Based Transformation will share their experiences during our event.
Live webcast.ec.europa.eu/territories-in…
🌍 Science thrives on collaboration
At the JRC, 83% of publications are co-authored with partners, connecting us with 3,500 organisations across 138 countries.
From Europe to global research networks, we help bridge science across borders.
🔗 More: link.europa.eu/8vYrBh