Engaging science and knowledge communication at the heart of EU policymaking

The Directorate conducts research that provides socio-economic and techno-economic support for the conception, development, implementation and monitoring of EU policies.

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The Directorate's work includes disaster risk management and resilience for natural & man-made hazards, cybersecurity, data protection and fights against crime & terrorism 

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The Directorate provides support to EU policies and technology innovation to ensure safe, secure, efficient and sustainable energy and transport in Europe.

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The Directorate provides research and support for EU policies related to the sustainable use of resources, encompassing environmental, economic and social dimensions.

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The Directorate provides scientific and technical support for the protection of European citizens in the areas of food, consumer products, chemicals and public health.

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Browse a selection of photos of our buildings in Seville.

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Browse a selection of aerial shots and maps of JRC facilities in Petten.

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Browse a selection of aerial shots and photos of JRC facilities in Karlsruhe.

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Browse a selection of aerial shots of JRC facilities in Geel.

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Browse a selection of aerial shots of JRC facilities in Ispra.

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Improved understanding of disaster risk helps to build resilience and informed approaches to policymaking, thereby contributing to sustainable, smart and inclusive growth.

Safety and Security

This Knowledge Centre produces and collates information as a support for policymaking to ensure the authenticity and quality of food available in the EU

Health and Consumer Protection

Browse through the evolution of the JRC in a series of photographs organised by decade.

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There is an easy way to test the security of your email and your brief participation in this project will help our scientists in their research!

Digital Society

Foresight studies bring together practitioners, academics & policymakers interested in how future issues can be better reflected upon for more effective longterm policies.

Innovation & Growth

Brokering knowledge for policy

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Improving knowledge management and collaborative working is a priority for overcoming silos mentalities and connecting synergies between portfolios

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An innovative 3D scanner has been designed to inspect an unusual underground site - a nuclear waste storage facility in Finland

Nuclear Safety & Security

The gaps between the employment rates of EU nationals and immigrants (third country nationals) vary widely across Member States

Safety and Security

JRC scientists research the effect of earthquakes on buildings and building materials.

Safety and Security