In this episode, we have Jean-Eric Paquet with us – the science supremo of the European Commission.

We will see with him if Europe is staying ahead in the innovation race.

Jean-Eric is also a ‘jack of all trades’: from building pan-European transport networks to protecting social rights for workers – you’ll find his fingerprint on many major EU activities.

Check out Jean-Eric's biography: https://europa.eu/!xV87yP

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EUpeople series shows the personal stories and values that motivate EU officials to help move Europe forward. It puts the spotlight on the real stories of passionate Europeans, dedicated professionals but also family members, normal citizens and interesting characters.