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A HUF 20 billion boost for forward-looking energy innovations
The call of the Jedlik Ányos Energy Programme supports the research and development projects of 35 winning energy R&D projects, and was implemented by the National Research, Development and Innovation Office. Approximately HUF 13 billion in funding awarded to half of the applicants will facilitate the implementation of innovative investments with a total cost exceeding HUF 20 billion. Out of the ten thematic areas announced, Hungarian ideas deemed worthy of support were identified in eight, with the highest number in building energy, energy efficiency, and solutions supporting system operation and reducing grid load.
Slovakia and Montenegro Join ELI as Observers, Expanding European Research Collaboration
Slovakia and Montenegro have joined the Extreme Light Infrastructure ERIC (ELI) as Observers, strengthening their participation in European research infrastructures.
HU-rizon Roadshow in Pécs 3 - Controlling cells with light
When we walk into a shop, we hardly even notice how helpfully the door opens for us – since the spread of photocells, this has become an everyday occurrence. We have also grown used to controlling everything with remote controls, which operate using infrared light. But what would the world be like if similar light-controlled “remote switches” could be built into cells? At the University of Pécs, Hungarian researchers are studying light-activated molecular switches as part of the HU-rizon Programme. The international research project, funded by the National Research, Development and Innovation Office (NRDI Office), is led by Dr. András Szilárd Lukács.
HU-rizon Roadshow in Pécs 2. - Research in Pécs for the prevention of pandemics
The 2020 pandemic is still vivid in all our memories. Since then, we have been closely following news about viruses and epidemics, as science warns that in today’s globalised world, new epidemics can emerge very quickly. At the University of Pécs, Hungarian researchers are working together with the finest international partners under the HU-rizon Programme to reduce the likelihood of such events.
Balázs Hankó: Another HUF 8 billion for the Hu-rizon Programme
“This year, in the third call of the HU-rizon Programme, we are once again providing a funding amount of HUF 8 billion for research proposals”, the Minister of Culture and Innovation announced at a press conference in Budapest on Tuesday.
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26 March 2026
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Respiratory diseases make everyday life difficult in countless ways and affect a large number of people in Hungary. How can artificial intelligence help these patients, and how could a tool developed by an international research team led from Pécs revolutionize the future of healthcare?
25 March 2026
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On 18 March 2026, the Hungarian Innovation Grand Prize recognising outstanding innovation performance in 2025, along with nine additional, sectoral innovation awards, were presented at a gala dinner held at the Museum of Ethnography. The evaluation committee composed of scientists and renowned business experts, focused mainly on economic results and social utility in selecting the outstanding innovation achievements. The 2025 Innovation Grand Prize was awarded to Kravtex-Kühne Group for the development of the Credobus Econell Next and Credobus Electronell ultra-low-weight city and suburban bus model family.
19 March 2026
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Budapest, 16 March 2026 – The National Research, Development and Innovation Office (NRDI Office) is reopening its popular call, which provides Hungarian businesses, research organisations, and individuals with non-refundable funding of up to HUF 7.5 million for activities related to the protection of their intellectual property.
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02 April 2025
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The XPAND Program, initiated by the National Innovation Agency (NIÜ), is designed to help Hungarian startups and SMEs enter international markets, connect with global investors, and expand their business networks.
01 February 2024
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The WIPO Academy has just published the 2024 edition of its Portfolio of Education, Training and Skills Development Programs.
30 January 2024
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The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has just opened its 2024 Global Awards competition. This initiative encourages small businesses and startups that leverage intellectual property (IP) for business growth and positive societal impact to apply.