Webinar: Inside Europe's Research Engine — People, Capacity, Innovation by Elsevier

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Inside Europe's Research Engine — People, Capacity, Innovation

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Expert Perspectives on Capacity, Talent, and Innovation

How does the EU 27 compare to the rest of the world in research and innovation? This webinar draws on the report EU as a Science Innovator – Powered by the European Research Area, a data-driven benchmark by Elsevier of the EU27’s performance benchmarked against other leading global research powers – to explore Europe’s standing across three core ERA pillars: research capacity and excellence, people and talent, and innovation and knowledge transfer.
Published at the end of 2025, the report was designed to inform policy discussions on European competitiveness and the deepening of the single market for knowledge. It highlights the strengths, gaps and strategic opportunities that will shape the future of European research and innovation.
Since then, the policy agenda has continued to move quickly. New and forthcoming EU initiatives – the Commission’s Tech Sovereignty Package, the expected EU Innovation Act, and preparations for the next EU Framework Programme – add urgency to questions of research capacity, talent, innovation and knowledge valorization in Europe. With the ERA Act expected around the time of the webinar, this is a timely moment to reflect on these challenges and the policy mechanisms designed to strengthen Europe’s research and innovation ecosystem.
Given this momentum of the next few months, it’s crucial to understand how these dynamics play out in practice – for those who lead research institutions, shape research careers, and build the partnerships that turn scientific excellence into societal and economic value. This webinar brings together expert voices from university leadership, research policy, and innovation practice to reflect on what the evidence shows and what it means for the road ahead.

Join to:

Gain insights into the key findings of the EU as a Science Innovator report. What the data reveals, what it leaves open, and how R&I leaders can complement, challenge or deepen the picture.
Hear expert discuss the three strategic themes: research capacity, talent and careers, and university–industry knowledge transfer; at a moment when European research policy is being actively shaped.
Be part of the dialogue on how institutional and policy actors can navigate and shape the evolving ERA landscape.

When

Monday, 16/11/2026 · 11:00 Amsterdam (GMT +1:00)

Agenda

11:00 – 11:02 Welcome and framing
11:02 – 11:10 Setting the scene — Europe’s competitiveness and the evolving ERA policy landscape
11:10 – 11:20 Report presentation: Insights from EU as a Science Innovator
11:20 – 11:35 Research capacity and excellence – European universities in a global context
11:35 – 11:50 People, talent and mobility – Researcher careers and mobility in the ERA
11:50 – 12:05 Innovation and knowledge transfer — Universities as innovation anchors
12:05 – 12:25 Panel discussion and audience Q&A
12:25 – 12:30 Closing remarks

Presenters

Prof. Annelien Bredenoord

President of the Executive Board, Erasmus University Rotterdam

Prof dr Annelien Bredenoord (1979) is President of the Executive Board of Erasmus University Rotterdam and Professor of Ethics of (Biomedical) Technologies. She has rich experience in executive and non-executive roles and works on the intersection of higher education, health care, technology & innovation, ethics, politics & governance. Bredenoord has been member of the High Level Expert Group on the Future of Horizon Europe, advising the European Committee on the next research & innovation programs.

She has been a member of the Senate of Dutch Parliament and D66 floorleader from 2015 – 2023.

Prof. Paweł Rowiński

President, ALLEA (European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities); Director, Institute of Geophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences

Paweł M. Rowiński is a Professor of Earth Sciences at the Institute of Geophysics of the Polish Academy of Sciences (PAS). He has served as Director of the Institute since 1 September 2023, having previously held the position from 2008 to 2015. In June 2024, he was elected President of the European Federation of Academies of Sciences and Humanities (ALLEA). He also serves on the Board of SAPEA (Science Advice for Policy by European Academies) and was elected its Vice-Chair in January 2026.
Prof. Rowiński is Editor-in-Chief of the Springer book series GeoPlanet: Earth and Planetary Sciences and serves as an Associate Editor for several leading scientific journals. He served as Chair of the European Division of the International Association for Hydro-Environment Engineering and Research (IAHR) until June 2026, having previously served as its Vice-Chair. From 2015 to 2022, he was Vice-President of the Polish Academy of Sciences.

Michiel Scheffer, PhD

President of the Board, European Innovation Council (EIC)

Federica Rosetta

VP Academic Relations and Public Affairs EMEA, Elsevier

Federica Rosetta is Vice-President, Academic Relations & Public Affairs, EMEA at Elsevier. She oversees the regional team of senior external relations experts and drives strategic collaborations with policymakers and academic leaders in Brussels/EU and Nordic regions. With a keen interest in the evolving dynamics of the European research ecosystem, Federica is an active contributor to discussions and initiatives on Open Science, research excellence and impact, gender equality, sustainability, and science for policy. With over 20 years of experience at Elsevier, Federica has held various roles, establishing herself as a seasoned professional in publishing and scholarly communications. She holds a master’s degree in modern literature, specializing in Press and Publishing History.

Max Vögler

VP Academic and Government Relations DACH, Elsevier

Dr. Max Vögler has been Vice President for Global Strategic Networks – DACH at Elsevier since 2017. In his role there, he works together with universities, scientific institutions and research funding organizations and operates as a liaison between the scientific community and Elsevier. Before joining Elsevier Dr. Vögler worked for twelve years at the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, most recently as the Director of the DFG’s North America Office in Washington, DC. He received his Ph.D. from Columbia University in New York in the subject of European History.

Elizabeth Crossick

Head of Government Affairs EU, RELX

Elizabeth Crossick leads RELX’s Brussels office, serving as Head of Government Affairs for the EU and Global Policy Lead on Artificial Intelligence. RELX is a global leader in information-based analytics and decision tools, supporting professional and business clients through renowned brands such as LexisNexis, Elsevier, and Reed Exhibitions. With its headquarters in London, and key business units based in The Netherlands, the UK, France, and the US, RELX is uniquely positioned as a European company with its largest market in the United States, and is listed on the FTSE (top 10), Dutch, and NY stock exchanges.

In her global AI policy role, Elizabeth translates complex, evolving regulatory and policy frameworks into practical, operational strategies for RELX worldwide. She works closely with the company’s technology teams, contributing to the development of innovative solutions such as TDM Rep, and collaborates across the organisation to bridge policy functions with technical and subject-matter experts. Her leadership ensures RELX’s policy positions and external contributions are underpinned by real-world technological and operational insight.

Elizabeth has been instrumental in shaping RELX’s Responsible AI Principles, overseeing their implementation across the business, and is currently spearheading the development of the RELX AI Literacy Strategy.

Bringing over 25 years’ experience in public policy, government affairs, and public engagement in Brussels, Elizabeth is highly regarded as an accomplished speaker and facilitator, frequently chairing high-level events and debates on AI and technology. She is immediate Past-President of the British Chamber of Commerce EU/Belgium, where she founded and now Chairs the Digital Committee, and is Chair of STM Europe. Additionally, Elizabeth represents RELX in several European trade associations.

Elizabeth is an accomplished speaker and facilitator, having chaired many high-level events and debates, particularly on AI and technology related issues.

Miguel Santinhos

Global Strategic Networks Associate, Elsevier

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