Professor Tom Solomon CBE FMedSci, Vice President (International) at the Academy of Medical Sciences responds to the publication this week of the Framework Programme 10 on Research and Innovation, Horizon Europe (2028–2034) by the European Commission.
Professor Tom Solomon CBE FMedSci, Vice President (International) at the Academy of Medical Sciences, said: “Framework Programme 10 (FP10) represents the research investment Europe needs to lead global research and innovation, and the Academy of Medical Sciences stands firmly behind this ambition. The proposed €175bn budget is a commitment that could accelerate medical research, demonstrating Europe’s determination to tackle the greatest health challenges globally. The focus on openness, excellence and reducing bureaucracy remains essential – these priorities are fundamental to creating a more progressive research sector that delivers for patients and researchers alike.
“Success depends on protecting the principles that make European research funding so powerful: scientific independence, simplified access and robust international collaboration. As the UK continues its engagement with Horizon Europe, FP10 represents a vital opportunity to strengthen the research partnerships that maintain our position at the forefront of curiosity-driven research and scientific discovery."