On October 28, Research Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva pledged to embed research security into EU law. This commitment marks a significant step forward in strengthening the protection of scientific research across the European Union.
In making this promise, Zaharieva and her team will have a strong foundation of policy initiatives to build upon. According to the latest STIP Compass—a joint project by the European Commission and the OECD that monitors science, technology, and innovation policies—there are currently 250 research security policies being implemented by governments and research funders across 41 countries.
Research security policies play a crucial role in preventing foreign interference, managing risks, and ensuring trust in science. Often, these policies are integrated within, and sometimes overlap with, broader research integrity frameworks. It’s important to note that research integrity policies are tracked separately by the STIP Compass.
With these comprehensive measures in place, the EU is well-positioned to create a robust legal framework that safeguards the integrity and security of scientific research.
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