European Biology Briefing

European Biology Briefing brings together association news, publications and media, scientific organisations, the bio-based economy and policy. Explore the revised 2026 editions below.

2026 Q1 · January–March

What a biology association can do

Career services in Finland, the Turkish workshop on biology as a profession and the first scientific voyage of the new Dutch research vessel.

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2026 Q2 · April–June

How biologists demonstrate competence

A Finnish biology competition, a Portuguese specialist qualification and guidance on AI in biology teaching.

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2026 Q3 · July–September

Making nature restoration measurable

Austria’s draft restoration plan, an Irish grass biorefinery and the FEMS leadership election.

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2026 Q4 · October–December

From biological evidence to decisions

A Swedish salary survey, nutrient recovery from dairy sidestreams and resources for biology educators. Opening edition with coverage through 13 November 2026.

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