Research and innovation : Pushing boundaries and improving the quality of life

Research and innovation contribute to making Europe a better place in which to live and work. They improve Europe’s competitiveness, boost growth and create jobs. At the same time, research and innovation help make people’s lives better by improving healthcare, transport, digital services and countless new products and services. This publication is a part of a series that explains what the EU does in different policy areas, why the EU is involved and what the results are