Commission proposes a series of targeted actions to boost biotechnology

The European Commission has proposed a series of targeted actions to boost biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU. The Communication summarises the current challenges and barriers for biotechnology and biomanufacturing and proposes actions to address these challenges in a timely manner, in line with the Communication on the Long-term competitiveness of the EU. It also explores ways to foster engagement and collaboration, including through international dialogue and cooperation.

The proposed actions include leveraging research and boosting innovation. A new study will investigate the EU's position compared to other global leaders in emerging biotechnology generation and transfer to the biomanufacturing industry. To facilitate a more productive use of Research Infrastructures, the Commission will explore ways to accelerate the development and use of the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation and Synthetic Biology Accelerator (EU IBISBA) as a trusted digital repository and service network for the sector.

The Communication can be downloaded here:

Building the future with nature: Boosting Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing in the EU

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