DG R&I have published a policy brief on the role of research and innovation in support of Europe's recovery from the COVID-19 crisis. The report outlines the importance of R&I to ensure a sustainable and inclusive recovery while boosting the resilience of production sectors, the competitiveness of economies and the transformation of the socio-economic systems. 

The report discusses:

• The role of R&I as an essential part of the coordinated EU response to the pandemic
• How R&I drive, enable and accelerate the digital and ecological transformation of our societies - with a  focus on the European Green Deal
• The prioritisation of public investments in R&I
• Investments in innovative SMEs and start-ups
• Incentives for firms to create the capacity to maintain their economic activity
• R&I funding has been among the most impactful tools at EU level to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak. 

To read the report, click here.