Author: Jonathan O’Callaghan

Is research funding now a lottery? Elite funder ERC swamped by applications

Nature, Published online: 28 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03476-3A marked rise in submissions for the European Research Council’s grants is pushing down success rates.

Nature, Published online: 28 October 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-03476-3

A marked rise in submissions for the European Research Council’s grants is pushing down success rates.

Europe pushes for space independence amid geopolitical rifts

Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02919-1The European Union is easing its reliance on US space infrastructure — and is seeking to grow its satellite and launch operations.

Nature, Published online: 18 September 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02919-1

The European Union is easing its reliance on US space infrastructure — and is seeking to grow its satellite and launch operations.