European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

𝐀 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐅𝐒𝐀: 𝐍𝐢𝐤𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐬 𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐳 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 Today marks an exciting milestone for EFSA as Nikolaus Georg Kriz officially takes up the role of Executive Director. With over 30 years of international experience in science, public health, and European cooperation, he brings a wealth of expertise to lead our mission. Dr Kriz’s Priorities: 🔹 Delivering high-quality scientific advice with speed and precision. 🔹 Leveraging digital technologies and AI to modernise risk assessments and data analysis. 🔹 Strengthening partnerships with EU institutions, Member States, academia, and civil society. A champion of open science and inclusive workplaces, Dr Kriz emphasised: “EFSA’s greatest strength is its people. I will invest in a culture that listens, empowers, and creates the conditions for excellence.” Since its foundation 23 years ago, EFSA has set the global standard for independent, transparent food safety science. Under Dr. Kriz’s leadership, we are committed to building on this legacy and ensuring Europe’s food safety system remains a trusted, future-ready benchmark. Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/dQuUpFhB #EFSA #FoodSafety #ScienceForPolicy #Leadership #OpenScience EU Health and Food Safety

Today in Brussels, we hosted a workshop with Chief Veterinary Officers from across Europe. The discussions covered: 🔹 Rapid risk assessments and practical tools in Member States 🔹 Alternatives to pre-emptive culling 🔹 Vector-borne disease preparedness and joint programming 🔹 Communication on poultry biosecurity We are grateful for the active engagement of all participants. Together, we are strengthening Europe’s capacity to respond to animal health risks under a #OneHealth approach. #EFSA #AnimalHealth #RiskAssessment #Collaboration EFSA Biological Hazards, Animal Health & Welfare

✏️ As children return to school, it is also a chance to return to nature.  Plant health education can start early – through everyday exploration, home gardening or learning to spot changes in plants. Let’s empower the next generation to be plant-conscious from the start.    Discover simple, hands-on ideas that spark curiosity about nature and our shared environment. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erd-x64A   #PlantHealth4Life

Welcome to the 2025 EU-FORA Fellowship Cohort – the 9th edition of the European Food Risk Assessment Fellowship! Today is the beginning of an exciting journey as our new fellows kick off their 3-week induction training at EFSA. Selected from a highly competitive pool, these talented professionals from 11 countries – including participants from Albania, Montenegro, and North Macedonia – have chosen to invest in their personal and professional growth. Over the next 12 months, they will take part in 7 weeks of training and gain first-hand experience at their hosting institutions across Europe. This programme not only enhances individual expertise in food risk assessment but also strengthens collaboration across borders, building a shared EU culture of risk assessment. We’re excited to see what the fellows will achieve this year and wish them every success! Learn more about EU-FORA: https://lnkd.in/dt3ygcz8   #EUFORA #FoodSafety #RiskAssessment #EFSAFellowship | Barbara Gallani

📣 We just published a horizon scan of new studies on new genomic techniques (NGT) in plants. This is the first of our biannual NGT scans, helping ensure our science and risk assessment methodology remains up-to-date. Read the full report 👉 https://europa.eu/!ftR93Q #GMO #NGT #RiskAssessment #EFSA | EU Health and Food Safety

Registration is now open to observe the 60th Plenary Meeting of the Food Additives and Flavourings Panel (FAF). 📅 Open sessions: 17–18 September 2025 📍 Parma & online We’re preparing a dedicated session as part of the meeting. Join us as we guide you through: 📝 The food additive application procedure and support initiatives 📚 The confidentiality assessment process 📅 18 September 2025 at 09:00 (CEST) ⏰ Secure your spot by 2 September (onsite) or 12 September (online). 🖊️ Register here: https://europa.eu/!GjHHx8 Take the opportunity to submit your questions or topics via the registration form — we look forward to your input! #OpenEFSA #FoodAdditives #Flavourings

📣 Deadline extended – Apply to join EFSA’s Management Board The call for expressions of interest to appoint members representing civil society and food chain interests to our Management Board is still open. We’re looking for individuals actively involved in: 🔹 Consumer organisations 🔹 Environmental NGOs 🔹 Farmers’ organisations 🔹 Industry organisations This is a unique opportunity to shape EU food safety policy at the highest level. 🗓 New deadline: 22 September 2025 More info and application 👉 https://europa.eu/!Q8kkyX #FoodSafety #EUCareers #EFSACareers #EFSA | EU Careers by EPSO; European Commission

Registration is now open to observe the 13th Plenary meeting of the Panel on Food Enzymes (FEZ). This session will include a dedicated focus for applicants and stakeholders interested in the food enzyme application procedure. Gain practical insights on: ✅ Navigating application procedures and available support for applicants ✅ Confidentiality assessment process 📅 Open Session: 8 October 2025 📍 Parma, Italy & online ✍️ Register by 23 September (in person) ✍️ Register by 3 October (online) 💬 Share your questions or topics of interest through the registration form. 🖊️ Register here: https://europa.eu/!pGbKjq #OpenEFSA #FoodEnzymes #FoodSafety

🌍 Souvenirs can do more harm than good – if they carry pests. As travel season winds down, remember: ✅ Buy sealed, certified products  🚫 Avoid bringing home plants, seeds or fruit  📸 Share the story, not the soil More tips: https://lnkd.in/eefsi_4i 

We’re hosting a webinar on protein safety assessment in genetically modified (GM) plants 🌱 📅 Date: 16 September 2025 🕑 Time: 14:00–15:00 CEST 💻 Online Join us to hear key insights from the adopted scientific opinion, explore future challenges, and discuss opportunities in protein safety assessment. ✍ Registration deadline: 11 September 2025 🔗 https://europa.eu/!mJp4MY #GMO #FoodSafety #Webinar #GMplants #ScienceCommunication