Next week, the Mediterranean water agenda moves to Rome, where two major events will take place back-to-back, and PRIMA will be present at both, reinforcing

“The Mediterranean’s challenges are shared, and so must be our ambition. At PRIMA, we will turn science into action, and cooperation into lasting change.” Prof.

After the Call for evidence, launched this summer, The European Commission has launched a public consultation on the future of European Partnerships under the next

[PRIMA summer story] | For centuries, the Mediterranean has been a land of storytellers. Long before words were written down, stories were passed on by

[PRIMA SUMMER STORY] A chick hatching in a classroom in Italy. A European project being born at the University of Turin. Two births that are

What can years of research across the Mediterranean teach us when viewed as a whole rather than project by project? Which innovations are ready to

June 16 #Have your say The European Commission has launched a Call for Evidence on the future Single Basic Act for Joint Undertakings, a process

Brussels, Belgium, 9th June 2026. PRIMA and nine of its funded projects participated today in the CBE JU Cluster Projects’ Workshop on Food & Feed,

Last week, PRIMA representatives Director Octavi Quintana and Project Officers Eda Demir and Ali Rhouma were in Tunisia for a packed agenda of conferences, meetings

What’s cooking, Mediterranean? | On 16 November 2026, the Mediterranean Diet will have its own international day, a first, following a United Nations General Assembly

28 April 2026 | In exactly one year, the Dresden Nexus Conference – Mediterranean Edition 2027 comes to Barcelona, Spain, 27–29 April 2027, under the

28 April 2026 | Celebrating Youth Leadership in Mediterranean Sustainability PRIMA is proud to announce the launch of the PRIMA Young Innovators Award 2026, a

Read & Download the strategy on UfM’s website: https://ufmsecretariat.org/publication-speech/wefe-nexus-strategy/ From concept to commitment For years, the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus has offered a framework for thinking

You can access here the publication of the European Commission Staff Working Document (SWD) on the Interim Evaluation of PRIMA: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=SWD:2026:91:FIN The evaluation covers the full period

Source: European Commission Press Release The following article is an extract and copy of an official announcement from the European Commission. For the original and

We are pleased to announce that all materials from the Info Day are now available online, including presentation slides and full session recordings. You can

The PRIMA Calls 2026 were officially launched on 20 March 2026, marking a key milestone for research and innovation collaboration across the Mediterranean region. To

20 March 2026 | The PRIMA Work Programme 2026, dedicated to research and innovation in water management, farming systems, and the agri-food value chain within

Every year on March 22, World Water Day reminds us of water’s central role in sustaining life, livelihoods, and ecosystems. In 2025, PRIMA made a

Source: European Commission Press Release The following article is a copy of an official announcement from the European Commission. For the original statement and additional

The PRIMA 2026 info day is approaching, offering all potential applicants, project coordinators and stakeholders interested in the upcoming PRIMA calls for proposals the opportunity

The draft PRIMA Annual Work Programme 2026 (AWP 2026), dedicated to research and innovation in water management, farming systems, and agri-food value chains in the

EVENT AT A GLANCE Date: February 24–26, 2026 Location: Nicosia, Cyprus (Hybrid) Organised by: Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), UNEP/MAP, PRIMA — under the auspices

[Originally published on the UNU-FLORES website, 10/02/2026] UNU-FLORES and PRIMA spearheaded the development of the policy brief, drawing on contributions from researchers within the broader

10 February | As today, February 10, marks World Pulses Day, we celebrate the role of pulses in our diet. Pulses have long been part

2 February | World Wetlands Day World Wetlands Day comes around each year as a reminder of what we stand to lose, but this year

PRIMA will play a key role in the WEFE Nexus Mediterranean Conference, taking place 24–26 February 2026 in Nicosia, Cyprus, in a hybrid format. Titled

The PRIMA-funded SUSTAINOLIVE project (concluded) has developed an invaluable collection of educational materials now available in seven Mediterranean languages, offering knowledge on sustainable olive grove

Congratulations to all the coordinators, team members, and partners of the selected projects, and welcome to the PRIMA family! Coordinators will be notified and contacted,

Interview | Andrea Abad Bartolome (Terra Viva Ibiza, TVI), Spain. In the heart of the Mediterranean, abandoned farmland and water scarcity threaten the future of

Interview | Kaoutar Aboukhalid (Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique), Morocco.  In the mountains of Morocco, a precious plant is vanishing. Dr. Kaoutar Aboukhalid is

PRIMA is seeking a Director for its Secretariat, based in Barcelona, Spain. Position Details: Position: Director – PRIMA Foundation SecretariatLocation: Barcelona, SpainContract Duration: 5 years

How can the global community better collaborate, innovate, and adapt to ensure water security in a rapidly changing world? This question was at the heart

Exciting news! The wait is over as PRIMA unveils the projects set to receive funding for #Section 2! Have a look at the projects selected,

Exciting news! The wait is over as PRIMA unveils the projects set to receive funding for #Section 1! Have a look at the projects selected,

Two pioneering women from Spain and Morocco recognized for their transformative work in sustainable food systems PRIMA is proud to announce the winners of the

What happens when small farmers can’t reach markets or get the tools and supplies they need? The PRIMA project RESILINK has just launched a new

PRIMA launches a limited competitive bidding to audit grant beneficiaries for 2026 The document “Terms of Reference Grant Beneficiaries 2026″ details all the requirements for

Barcelona/Brussels – PRIMA made a strong presence at this year’s European Innovation Fair in Brussels, showcasing the power of Mediterranean collaboration in turning research into

This week marks a historic step for research and innovation in the Mediterranean: Egypt has officially joined Horizon Europe, becoming the second African country associated

The European Commission and the High Representative officially adopted today the EU Pact for the Mediterranean, marking a strategic turning point in relations between the

What Are Key Exploitable Results? In research programs, it’s not enough to simply generate knowledge. The real value lies in creating results that can actually

Project representatives move from poster to poster, pausing to discuss, exchanging insights and experiences. Eyes scan badges, names are noted, emails exchanged. Conversations flow over

A unique opportunity for demonstrator projects addressing the interconnected challenges of Water, Energy, Food, and Ecosystems across the Mediterranean region The WEFE4MED project, a PRIMA-funded

The FUTURE4PRIMA project, funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, and led by PRIMA, has reached a key milestone: it is launching an online

The Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD) of the European Commission has commissioned a consortium formed by CSIL and Ecorys, to carry out a

Source: European Commission Press Release The following article is based on an official announcement from the European Commission. For the complete original statement and additional

Brussels became the epicenter of Euro-Mediterranean research and innovation this week, hosting a gathering of stakeholders from both shores of the Mediterranean. The PRIMA community

The PRIMA projects SmaCuMed and TECHONEY emerged as winners from twelve PRIMA-funded projects competing in the PRIMA2BUSINESS Pitching Contest on 24 June 2025, each securing

Cairo, 24-26 June 2025 – PRIMA is delighted to play a part in the Second International Smart & Green Agriculture Forum, taking place in Cairo.

PRIMA is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2nd edition of the PRIMA Woman Greening Food Systems Award, a celebration of women who are

Brussels, 23–24 June 2025 – As part of the European Research and Innovation Days 2025, the European Commission is hosting the high-level event “Research and

As the PRIMA Calls for Proposals 2025 are launched, we are reconnecting with our community across the Mediterranean. In the coming weeks, a series of

16 April 2025 | In a region where climate change is not a distant threat but a present-day reality, the Mediterranean faces growing water scarcity,

Deadline: May 15th, 2025, at 6 PM CET The PRIMA Foundation, under the CSA FUTURE4PRIMA project funded by Horizon Europe, is launching a Call for

We are excited to announce the official launch of funding calls for 2025 PRIMA projects! The 2025 Work Programme is strategically designed to fill gaps identified

We are excited to invite you to Session A2 at the Dresden Nexus Conference 2025, where we will explore critical discussions and share insights on a robust definition of

The PRIMA Work Programme 2025, dedicated to research and innovation in water management, farming systems, and the agri-food value chain within the Mediterranean region, has

The provisional PRIMA Work Programme 2025, dedicated to research and innovation in water management, farming systems, and the agri-food value chain within the Mediterranean region,

The PRIMA Info Day 2025 is approaching, offering an invaluable opportunity for all potential applicants, project coordinators, and stakeholders interested in the upcoming PRIMA calls.

In 2024, PRIMA launched a call focused on “Revitalizing Agroforestry Practices for Sustainable Land Use and Climate Resilience in the Mediterranean,” which has led to

One of the four winners of the PRIMA Award for Women Greening Food Systems, Prof. Yosra Ahmed Soltan is leading an impressive work to reduce

One of the four winners of the PRIMA Award for Women Greening Food Systems, Dr. Fani Hatjina is pioneering efforts to safeguard agroecosystem resilience through

One of the four winners of the PRIMA Award for Women Greening Food Systems, Dr. Thoraya Seada is leading the change in revolutionizing carbon markets

One of the four winners of the PRIMA Award for Women Greening Food Systems, Marta Cortegano is leading the fight against desertification in Portugal’s semi-arid

Since the 2011 Bonn Conference, multiple definitions of the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus have emerged, yet no universally accepted one exists, creating challenges for consistent application.

Deadline: February 20th, 2025, at 5 PM CET.Submission: Applications must be submitted only via the registration form on our website with thefollowing documentation: Note: Incomplete

Exciting news! The wait is over as PRIMA unveils the projects set to receive funding for #Section 2! Have a look to the projects selected,

January 2025| Good news to start the year 2025! It is now time to unveil the winners of its First Woman Greening Food Systems Award! Four

PRESS RELEASE | Janvier 2025 January, 2025 | The year just concluded showed several Bluetongue outbreaks have hit ruminants across the Mediterranean region and in

The scientific evaluations of the proposals submitted to PRIMA 2024 Section 2 Calls have been finalised and a list of 25 proposals have been identified

6 December 2024 | The VI Ministerial Conference of the 5+5 Dialogue on Research, Innovation, and Higher Education was held the 6th of December 2024,

Exciting news! The wait is over as PRIMA unveils the projects set to receive funding for Section 1! Have a look to the projects selected,

Photo: Ichkeul National Park, Tunisia. Khaled Ladjimi de Getty Images Context: Cultural heritage, tangible, intangible and natural, is the very essence of any society, and

“SMEs are where research and innovation meet real-world application. They are essential for bringing solutions from the lab to the market and are at the

PRIMA has announced its strategic participation in the 3rd Arab SMEs Summit 2024, organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia

On October 22 and 23, Barcelona became a vibrant hub of exchange and synergies as PRIMA’s Project Day welcomed 98 participants from 12 countries. The

Budapest, 8 October 2024 – The Green ERA-Hub (GEH) project, funded under Horizon Europe, hosted a pivotal workshop on 7-8 October in Budapest. Organized by the

In 2025, PRIMA will once again offer internship opportunities for young individuals from its South Mediterranean member countries. The primary goal of the PRIMA internship

As the world marks International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on September 29, a staggering amount of food is being wasted every

Cyprus, September 25, 2024 – Today marked the official launch of the WEFE Nexus Community of Practice (CoP), a key initiative aimed at fostering adoption

September 19, 2024 | In her mission as Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Šuica has been entrusted with leading a new, dedicated portfolio that centers

[PROJECTS press release] PRIMA is proud to share a significant scientific publication resulting from a joint initiative of three PRIMA-funded projects: Sustain-COAST, InTheMED, and OurMED.

NexusArt, a pioneering initiative by the PRIMA project Nexus Ness, is set to travel to Barcelona with a transformative art exhibition this October. This exhibition,

Brussels, 22/07/2024 – Lebanon has renewed its commitment to the PRIMA program in the 2025-2027 period, aiming to boost Mediterranean collaboration and innovation. This commitment

[This article has been prepared within the scope of the EU-funded FUTURE4PRIMA project, to which PRIMA is the lead partner. Project’s dissemination] Are you a

We’re happy to announce the results of the first stage evaluation for its 2024 calls. Following the selection process, 22 projects in Section 1 and

Today is the last day to apply! The PRIMA Woman Greening Food Systems Award recognizes and celebrates the outstanding contributions of women in promoting sustainable

Bali, Indonesia – May 2024PRIMA has made its mark at the 10th World Water Forum (WWF), held from May 18-25, 2024. This world’s largest gathering

From May 18th to 25th, 2024, PRIMA is joining the world’s largest gathering in the water sector at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali.

PRIMA is currently seeking a consultancy to evaluate its performance and impact as it approaches its second interim evaluation. Established under the EU’s H2020 Programme

NEWS| The following text is sourced from the official website of the European Commission – published on 19 April 2024 by the Directorate-General for Research

This year, PRIMA’s seventh annual call stands out for its Nexus approach, integrating the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) framework across all themes. Prompt action is crucial to

The deadline to submit the applications will be April 25, 2024, at 5 PM CET.All applications must be submitted only via the following registration form

Subscribe now to the project’s newsletter! Exciting news on the horizon! The first newsletter for the FUTURE4PRIMA project is set to launch soon, and the

60 stakeholders from around the Mediterranean discussed the draft ‘Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus Strategy in the Mediterranean Source to Sea continuum’ during the 2nd Regional WEFE

8 March 2024. Today, the world celebrates women—their achievements, their challenges, their vision, and their crucial role in societies. This year, amidst conflicts, climate change,

The document “Terms of Reference PRIMA Pillar Assessment ″ details all the requirements for this bidding. All the companies that would like to participate shall

Brussels, January 25, 2024, the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA), the driving force behind collaborative research and innovation in the