At EU level the topic of infrastructures has received increasing recognition over the past 10 years. The BMFWF represents Austria in European and international committees concerning research infrastructures and, through participation in major European and international research institutions and research networks, enables the Austrian research community to access research opportunities and new knowledge.
European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI): In the recent years the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) has developed a long-term plan for the establishment of European research infrastructures. Further information: https://www.bmfwf.gv.at/forschung/forschung-eu/eu-...
The European Strategy on Research and Technology Infrastructures: On September 15, 2025, the European Commission adopted a new long-term European strategy for research and technology infrastructures. Research and technology infrastructures are the backbone of the European research and innovation system. They range from state-of-the-art laboratories, large scientific instruments, and data centers to pilot plants, test environments, and clean rooms. Together, they support the entire innovation cycle – from cutting-edge research to the validation and deployment of new technologies. This makes them crucial for Europe's scientific excellence, competitiveness, and technological sovereignty. Further information: https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/strat...