ESFRI News
DANUBIUS-RI Becomes a European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ERIC)
The European Commission has officially granted ERIC status to DANUBIUS-RI (www.danubius-ri.eu), marking a major milestone in its development since being included in the ESFRI Roadmap in 2016. As a pan-European infrastructure dedicated to River-Sea Systems, DANUBIUS-ERIC provides integrated, state-of-the-art facilities and services to advance research, enhance resilience to climate change, and... |
E-RIHS Becomes a European Research Infrastructure Consortium (ERIC)
As of March 28, 2025, the European Research Infrastructure for Heritage Science (E-RIHS) has officially gained the status of ERIC, reinforcing its position in the European and global heritage science landscape. Italy is the host country of E-RIHS ERIC, supported by the Ministry of University and Research and the National Research Council. The E-RIHS Central Hub is based in Florence, thanks to the contribution of Fondazione CR Firenze, which has made available spaces... |
Lithuania Publishes New Research Infrastructures Roadmap 2024
The Research Council of Lithuania has officially published the Lithuanian Research Infrastructures Roadmap 2024, marking a significant step forward in shaping the country’s long-term vision for scientific excellence, innovation, and international collaboration. Now in its fourth edition, the Roadmap presents a comprehensive overview of Lithuania’s national research infrastructure (RI) ecosystem, highlighting strategic priorities, current... |
Why Sustainability Matters for Research Infrastructures
By Jose Luis Martínez Peña, ESFRI Chair Research Infrastructures (RIs) represent collective, long-term challenges, typically operational for several decades. RIs are conceived as strategic investments designed to address current problems and secure the competitiveness of future generations, in line with the principle of intergenerational solidarity. This long-term commitment requires continuous, stable, and coordinated support. European RIs are fundamental... |