COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is one of the longest-running European instruments supporting cooperation among researchers and innovators across Europe. COST is an EU-funded programme that enables its participants to set up their interdisciplinary research networks known as COST Actions. We provide funds for organising conferences, meetings, training schools, short scientific exchanges or other networking activities in a wide range of scientific topics. By creating open spaces where people and ideas can grow, we unlock the full potential of science.