CORDIS-JRC

Unveiling the enzymatic activity of proteins requires the identification of substrate binding domains and conformational changes incurred during the reaction. This necessitates delineation of the 3D protein structure, which is experimentally achieved through crystallography.

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An EU-funded project is currently investigating the relationship between dopamine (DA) and serotonin (5-HT), and how these hormones enable appropriate behaviour.

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Recycling of nuclear waste can enhance the sustainability and safety of nuclear power production. Scientists are developing techniques to decrease the long-term radioactivity of waste by re-using it in next-generation reactors.

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An EU-backed project is developing a turn-key intelligent mould system to meet the growing demand for diversified and personalised consumer goods.

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Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are sporadic, largely unpredictable and may seriously disrupt fish farm productivity. Research into a forecasting system for HABs, which could lead to improved sustainable use of marine fish and shellfish resources, is underway.

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The Global monitoring for environment and security (GMES) / Copernicus services for security applications are approaching operational maturity. An EU project is investigating the implications of several options for the continuation of effective governance of this facility.

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EU researchers are developing a combined tool for managing separate port terminals. Optimising the intermodal transport between such port areas is cost effective and at the same time reduces the related environmental impact.

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The ability to transfect DNA into a cell with high efficiency is important for gene therapy. A European project is dedicated to fundamental investigation of the mechanisms of cell transfection using an innovative microfluidics approach.

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New tools to help mitigate the effects of floods in Europe could be crucial in saving lives and protecting assets across the continent.

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There is a lack of systematic study on the different aspects of adipose-derived stem cell (ADSC) biology. The ADIPOA consortium is enabling a complex investigation of adult stem cells (ASCs) with a view to facilitating the translation of results to the clinical setting.

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Scientists are conducting careful microstructural analyses of highly irradiated nuclear reactor materials. Outcomes will inform predictive tools, codes and standards for ageing nuclear power plants and new ones under construction.

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Research indicates that onset of glucose intolerance during pregnancy, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), contributes to the current type 2 diabetes (T2D) epidemic in developed countries. A European project is paving the way for a holistic strategy to prevent GDM.

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European researchers are developing low-weight navigation tools for future space exploration missions. Combining hybrid sensors with micro- and nanotechnologies, the innovative systems will enable unmanned vehicles to bring samples from space bodies back to Earth.

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New software tools now under development are set to support urban planners and government officials in enhancing security across European towns and cities.

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Climate models rely on good quality and quantities of data for accuracy and relevance. A recent research project contributed to this need by improving data capture for European river discharge (runoff).

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Steadily rising consumer usage of wireless devices has highlighted the need for higher data rates and multiple standard radio interfaces to provide seamless connections. The resulting surge in power requirements needs to be met while reducing electromagnetic radiation and energy consumption.

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Researchers applied isogeometric analysis (IA) to geometric design. Their work shows how new techniques can reduce bottlenecks in the design process by closing the gap between numerical simulations and computer-aided design (CAD) tools.

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Industrial painted and laminated plastics currently present a recycling problem. An EU project has produced improved-quality recycled plastics from printed plastic packaging.

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A warming climate may result in rising sea level together with stronger and more frequent storms. An EU-funded initiative is confronting the threat by investigating innovative technological and non-technological solutions for safer coasts in a changing world.

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An EU project is delivering current technical knowledge to young European researchers in the advanced polymer processing field. This know-how can help them in their research towards transforming polymers into commercial products.

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