Italy Advocates for Independence in Horizon Program at APRE Event
Key Italian officials emphasize the need for a robust and autonomous European Framework Program for Research and Innovation.
Brussels – A call for an independent and autonomous Framework Program for Research and Innovation (FP10) was made by Cristina Pedicchio, President of APRE, during the event titled "Italian Research and Innovation in Europe: From Horizon Europe to FP10," held in Brussels on March 7. The event emphasized the necessity of free and competitive research to address both European challenges and national priorities.
In her opening speech, Pedicchio articulated a widely shared vision among Italian representatives.
Anna Maria Bernini, Minister of Universities and Research, echoed this sentiment, asserting the Italian commitment to an ambitious and trans-disciplinary European program that aligns with global challenges and national interests.
The meeting attracted prominent participants, including Elena Donazzan and Giorgio Gori, Vice Presidents of the European Parliament's Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) Committee, along with Marco Canaparo, Deputy Permanent Representative of Italy to the EU. Donazzan underscored the importance of research for innovation and competitiveness, advocating for a dedicated fund to bolster European competitiveness.
Gori stressed the need for an autonomous Framework Program supported by sufficient resources.
Data presented during the meeting, based on an analysis of Italy's performance in Horizon Europe (2021-2024) conducted by APRE, revealed that Italy has secured 3.76 billion euros, representing 8.70 percent of the total funding for the program.
Italy ranked third in terms of project participation and fifth in financial returns.
Marco Falzetti, Director of APRE, highlighted the necessity of moving beyond established successes to enhance Italy's performance in future initiatives.
The event featured a panel discussion moderated by Andrea Ricci, Chair of the CTS and the APRE Expert Group "Towards FP10." Panelists included Maria Chiara Carrozza, President of the National Research Council, Massimiliano Esposito, Head of the 'Coordination and Programming' Unit at DG RTD of the European Commission, Michele Guerrini, Scientific Advisor at the Permanent Representation of Italy to the EU, Cristina Leone, specializing in R&S and EU-NATO policies at Leonardo S.p.A., and Francesco Priolo, Rector of the University of Catania.
Carrozza emphasized the Framework Program's value to Europe, highlighting its role in creating a unified market for skills in research and innovation while promoting international cooperation in R&I.
In her opening speech, Pedicchio articulated a widely shared vision among Italian representatives.
Anna Maria Bernini, Minister of Universities and Research, echoed this sentiment, asserting the Italian commitment to an ambitious and trans-disciplinary European program that aligns with global challenges and national interests.
The meeting attracted prominent participants, including Elena Donazzan and Giorgio Gori, Vice Presidents of the European Parliament's Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE) Committee, along with Marco Canaparo, Deputy Permanent Representative of Italy to the EU. Donazzan underscored the importance of research for innovation and competitiveness, advocating for a dedicated fund to bolster European competitiveness.
Gori stressed the need for an autonomous Framework Program supported by sufficient resources.
Data presented during the meeting, based on an analysis of Italy's performance in Horizon Europe (2021-2024) conducted by APRE, revealed that Italy has secured 3.76 billion euros, representing 8.70 percent of the total funding for the program.
Italy ranked third in terms of project participation and fifth in financial returns.
Marco Falzetti, Director of APRE, highlighted the necessity of moving beyond established successes to enhance Italy's performance in future initiatives.
The event featured a panel discussion moderated by Andrea Ricci, Chair of the CTS and the APRE Expert Group "Towards FP10." Panelists included Maria Chiara Carrozza, President of the National Research Council, Massimiliano Esposito, Head of the 'Coordination and Programming' Unit at DG RTD of the European Commission, Michele Guerrini, Scientific Advisor at the Permanent Representation of Italy to the EU, Cristina Leone, specializing in R&S and EU-NATO policies at Leonardo S.p.A., and Francesco Priolo, Rector of the University of Catania.
Carrozza emphasized the Framework Program's value to Europe, highlighting its role in creating a unified market for skills in research and innovation while promoting international cooperation in R&I.
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