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EU-funded nursery supports families in Vecsés

A new nursery built in Vecsés with support from the Széchenyi 2020 programme has brought welcome relief to local families with young children, helping to meet the growing demand for childcare places in the area. Located in the south-eastern part of the Budapest metropolitan area, Vecsés has seen significant population growth in recent decades. Its suburban, family-friendly environment has attracted many young families, while new residential developments have placed increasing pressure on local services. Nursery

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Where the most beautiful stories are born

The Municipality of Dunakeszi has built a new nursery in a part of the city where no such institution previously existed, despite strong local demand. A modern nursery with four group rooms was constructed on an empty plot, and a new kindergarten was also built next to it. Lili is two years old. At the playground she often heard from her little friends that they attend nursery, and now one has finally opened nearby, so

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An innovative answer to the drone challenge

We may never know whether the chicken or the egg came first, but we do know that the rise of small drones came long before radar systems capable of detecting them. And creating such radars is far more complex than it seems. Pro Patria Electronics Ltd. and its consortium partner, Dat-Golf Ltd., took on this challenge in an EU-funded R&D project aimed at developing reliable detection for small drones—one of today’s pressing security needs. The

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The taste of tradition, the power of technology – Soós Tészta Ltd. has been renewed

Pasta – this versatile staple food – is a favorite for almost everyone, whether served with a rich sauce, baked in the oven, or enjoyed freshly cooked on its own. As one of Hungary’s largest pasta producers, Soós Tészta Ltd. is now able to offer Hungarian consumers an even wider variety of high-quality products, thanks to support from the European Union. The company successfully applied for a grant aimed at expanding the production capacities of

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Focus on patient safety – developments at Péterfy Sándor Street Hospital

One of the greatest challenges of modern healthcare is preventing hospital-acquired infections and curbing antibiotic resistance. In response, the Péterfy Sándor Street Hospital, Outpatient Clinic and Traumatology Center has implemented a major development project with support from the European Union. The initiative aimed primarily at modernizing hygiene conditions and improving the overall quality of patient care. As one of Budapest’s key healthcare institutions, the Péterfy Hospital provides care for thousands of patients every day. Beyond

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A fresh start through home and knowledge

Without a stable home and job, reintegrating into society is especially difficult for people experiencing homelessness. The first steps toward change require opportunities that offer real alternatives. The EU co-financed project run by the Myrai Religious Public Benefit Association provided multi-faceted support, giving participants a solid foundation for starting over. As an initial step toward social reintegration, the association rented five apartments in Budapest, fully furnished with essential household items for those in need. Additional

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The rebirth of the alkaline steppe on the edge of Kiskunság

The Kiskunság National Park Directorate has led a major project near Apaj in Pest County, on the Upper Kiskunság steppe, to erase the traces of unnatural water management and give the degraded ecosystem a chance to recover. Restoring such areas is essential to improve the conditions of protected and community-significant species and habitats, and to help preserve biodiversity. The intervention area is part of Hungary’s second-largest continuous alkaline steppe and wetland chain after the Hortobágy,

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Shared paths: cycling developments in Budapest for a sustainable city

Sustainability is increasingly shaping the future of transport in Budapest. With support from the European Union, the city government and the Budapest Transport Center have been working together to encourage more people to choose walking, cycling, and public transport for their everyday journeys. These improvements aren’t just for “cyclists” or “pedestrians” – they’re for everyone living in Budapest. After all, city residents might drive one day, cycle the next, and walk the day after. The

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Human resource development in the service of patients

Budapest St. Francis Hospital has expanded its medical team with support from the European Union under the Competitive Central Hungary Operational Programme. This investment strengthens the hospital’s ability to provide uninterrupted, high-quality care and ensures that patients can access services when they need them. Like many healthcare providers, the hospital faces sector-wide challenges: early career departures, an aging workforce, and the migration of skilled professionals abroad. These factors make it harder to secure enough qualified

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Tracking molecules: ELTE researchers explore the microscopic world

Although invisible to most of us, molecules and their interactions play a fundamental role in shaping the future of medicine, our understanding of diseases, and the development of new materials. A recent European Union–funded project at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) aimed to open new doors for researchers by acquiring a state-of-the-art X-ray diffraction instrument, enabling advanced studies of proteins and other bioactive molecules. Implemented as part of the Széchenyi 2020 Programme, the project directly enriched

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New home, new beginnings – child-friendly upgrades at the Kmety street children’s home

At 31 Kmety street in Budapest stands a building that, for decades, has been much more than just a facility. It’s a place where young children removed from their families can start over — a place where they find safety, care, and attention. But time had taken its toll, and the building was in need of both physical and professional renewal. The children’s home, part of the Sztehlo Gábor Children’s and Disability Care Homes network,

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Complex development of the caves in the Buda hills and the Pilis mountains

The Duna-Ipoly National Park Directorate has carried out a major conservation and tourism development project in the Pilis Biosphere Reserve and the World Heritage nominee Buda Thermal Karst cave system. The project aimed to protect the area’s outstanding geological and zoological values—especially its bat species—and to strengthen the educational and tourism roles of the caves. One of the main components of the development was the modernization of lighting systems in two popular show caves in

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