Ekaterina Zaharieva

Ekaterina Zaharieva, the EU Commissioner for Research, Startups and Innovation, dives into the EU's ambitious plans to enhance research funding and innovation. She discusses strategic initiatives aimed at attracting top talent from the U.S., especially amidst funding cuts there. The conversation highlights the importance of developing a vibrant ecosystem for startups and retaining researchers in fields like AI, bio-economy, and cleantech. Zaharieva also emphasizes the need to bridge the gap between academic research and industry applications, promoting collaboration to drive real-world impact.