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The European Scientific Advice Mechanism: how evidence-informed policymaking works in a Union of 27 states


In this webinar held on 13th November 2024, we explored how the European policymaking process works, how it is informed by scientific evidence and how institutions, researchers and professional staff (including from Associated Countries, like the UK) engage with the SAM.

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Reaching out to society: how academies can maximise the impact of their public engagement


This interactive workshop, held on 12th July 2024, highlighted the importance of effective science communication and engagement with the public to build trust and promote science literacy.

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Putting people first: how do we care for each other, build resilience and solidarity in a world in crisis?


In this webinar held on 31st January 2023, a panel of experts discussed key dimensions of crisis management, particularly the roles that values and ethics play.

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Work continues for science advice consortium

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The SAPEA consortium, which includes Academia Europaea, has been funded to continue its science advice work until the end of 2024.

The SAPEA project has been renewed for a further period, covering May 2022 to December 2024. An integral part of the European Scientific Advice Mechanism since 2016, SAPEA delivers evidence reviews that inform the work of the European Group of Chief Scientific Advisors

Initially funded under the Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme, the project has switched to Horizon Europe. Academia Europaea and its Cardiff Hub, which undertakes most of the work on AE’s behalf, have received a funding guarantee from UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). Academia Europaea will continue to lead evidence reviews on behalf of the consortium, as well as the work package on strategic development. 

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New SAPEA Evidence Review Report on Cancer Screening in the EU


SAPEA has published a new Evidence Review Report on ‘Improving Cancer Screening in the European Union’. Cardiff University played a major role in building the evidence base.

Cardiff University undertook three rapid reviews, a lighter form of a full systematic review.  The Review Team was led by Dr Alison Weightman (Director of the Specialist Unit for Review Evidence), together with Dr Nick Courtier, Dr Hui-Ling Ou (University of Cambridge) and Louise Edwards (Hub Manager). 

The three rapid reviews are published separately on the SAPEA website. The top-line results are included in the main SAPEA Evidence Review Report

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Interview Spotlight Series

Explore our collection of interviews, featuring Members of Academia Europaea and colleagues connected with the Academy, as they offer insights into critical research topics.

A collaboration between Academia Europaea and Cardiff University