The UNIgreen Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the research and innovation axis of the Alliance, focused on Sustainable Agriculture, Green Biotechnology, and Environmental Sciences.
It features 8 thematic Research Units, each coordinated by an Alliance Member, engaged in collaborative creation of innovative solutions, technical support to businesses, and providing students with learning opportunities through research.
Supported by various programmes like Horizon Europe, the JRC adheres to an Open Science policy and FAIR data approach, while fostering close collaboration between education, research, and industry.
This Research Unit is centred around fostering the connection between biochemistry and biotechnology to address urgent challenges in the transition towards greener agriculture.
This Research Unit focuses on reducing the use of limited natural resources (soil, irrigation water, fertilizers) and protecting crops through biological and cultural methods.
This Research Unit produces research in food technology, food quality, and food safety, which is considered an essential task in the ever-evolving global food systems.
This Research Unit explores the interconnected concepts of biodiversity, forestry, and agroecology, which are vital for the sustainable coexistence of humanity and the natural world. These concepts play a crucial role in the transition towards a green economy, aligning economic activities with environmental sustainability and social well-being.
This Research Unit addresses the integrated approach of One Health, recognising the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. The inherent link with other JRCs focusing on the environment, agriculture, and biochemistry creates a conducive environment for exploring interactions among ecosystems, animals, and humans.
This Research Unit aims to uncover the potential for enhancing bioeconomy research and innovation, as well as increasing research capacity for bioeconomy within the UNIgreen Alliance Members.
This Research Unit targets the development of crops aligned with the evolving needs of agriculture, while also addressing environmental challenges, and contributing to global food security.
This Research Unit aims to create an interdisciplinary environment where scientists from various disciplines can collaborate towards generating knowledge and data for effective practices in responsible land governance.