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ALLEA Responds to Continued Attacks on Academic Freedom in the United States

Today, ALLEA has released a new statement in response to the most recent restrictions imposed by the U.S. Administration on the academic sector, re-affirming the importance of upholding the fundamental principles of academic freedom and institutional autonomy.
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Breakthrough Prize Opens 2026 Public Nominations in Partnership with ALLEA

For the tenth year, the Breakthrough Prize partners with ALLEA to engage the European scientific community and support the nomination process
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Job Opening: Head of Communications, SAPEA (full-time, Brussels)

ALLEA is seeking a full-time Head of Communications for the EU-funded project ‘Science Advice for Policy by European Academies’ (SAPEA), part of the European Commission’s Scientific Advice Mechanism (SAM). 
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How Can We Build a Scientifically Literate Society?

What does it mean to be scientifically literate in today’s world? How can we ensure that young people are not only equipped with knowledge but also with the ethical understanding needed to navigate an increasingly complex, science-driven society?
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ALLEA Stands Up for Science in Solidarity with the U.S. Research Community

Today, as the U.S. research community marches to defend science, ALLEA stands in solidarity with researchers around the world in the effort to safeguard academic freedom and protect the integrity of international research collaboration.
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European Research Community Joins ALLEA in Standing Up for Academic Freedom and Against Recent U.S. Actions

Almost 50 European organisations endorse ALLEA Statement on the threats to academic Freedom from recent actions by the new U.S. administration.
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ALLEA Reaffirms Solidarity with the Ukrainian Science Community After Three Years of War

ALLEA reaffirms its unwavering solidarity with Ukraine’s scholars and scientists and with its academic institutions, as Russia's war of aggression continues into its third year.
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ALLEA Publishes Statement Responding to Recent U.S. Restrictions on Academic Freedom

On 19 February, ALLEA published a new Statement expressing grave concern over recent developments in the U.S. affecting the autonomy of scientific research, including funding freezes and blatant censorship.
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ALLEA Calls for Ethical Safeguards in Research Collaborations with Commercial Entities

In a statement published today, ALLEA, the European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities, addresses key ethical concerns arising from research collaborations with commercial entities. The statement highlights the need for greater transparency, accountability, and safeguards to ensure that academic research maintains its integrity and serves the public good.
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ALLEA Reaffirms Its Decision to Cease Communication on X and Its Commitment to Tackling Science Disinformation

ALLEA made the decision to discontinue communication on X, formerly known as Twitter, in January 2024, reflecting our careful consideration of the platform's evolving policies and their increasing non-alignment with our mission to support science as a global public good and to promote high ethical standards.
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Maintaining the Autonomy of the ERC: A Cornerstone of Europe’s Research Excellence

Amid the ongoing debate surrounding the leaked European Commission’s communication on the “Competitive Compass for the EU”, ALLEA echoes widespread concerns about potential risks to the European Research Council (ERC)’s autonomy.
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Job Opening: Senior Finance and Operations Officer (part-time: 65-75% FTE)  w/m/d

ALLEA is currently seeking a Finance and Accounting Officer (part-time: 75% FTE) to join our team in Berlin starting 1 March 2025 or as early as possible for a parental leave cover until 30 November 2026.
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Event Report – Decoding Polarisation in Debates on Sustainable Food Systems

A 3-part workshop series focused on developing tools to depolarise conversations on sustainable food systems comes to an end.
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ALLEA Calls For Balanced And Secure International Research Collaboration In A Changing World

In a statement published today, ALLEA, the European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities, highlights the urgent need to safeguard openness, research integrity, and academic freedom in international research collaborations while addressing emerging security concerns in a rapidly and radically changing geopolitical landscape.
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Top Scientists Advise European Commission on Solar Radiation Modification Technologies

A group of leading scientists nominated by academies has provided advice to the European Commission about solar radiation modification technologies through the Scientific Advice Mechanism. This advice underscores that solar radiation modification technologies are not yet mature and deploying them could have many effects, both intended and unintended.
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