Gulyás Balázs: There were those who tried to have HUN-REN excluded from EU tenders in Brussels

Gulyás Balázs, the outgoing president of HUN-REN, discussed the challenges faced by the Hungarian Research Network, including attempts to exclude it from EU funding. He emphasized the need for reform in the conservative scientific system and highlighted the network's efforts to establish a collaborative research environment. Despite criticisms regarding communication between leadership and researchers, Gulyás defended the network's transparency and involvement in reform processes. The new president, Stipsicz András, acknowledged communication issues but noted that consultations began only after significant delays. The network's restructuring has faced scrutiny, particularly regarding its independence and future funding opportunities.