The calm apres Claude

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The French minister for technology, education and research, Claude Allegre, has been replaced, and Roger-Gerard Schwartzenberg replaces him in charge of research. There has been a period of reform, and there will be a need to restore calm. Changes are discussed in further detail.

Author: Marshall, Jane
Higher education and state

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French reform plans on hold

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The article describes the priorities announced by the French President concerning university reforms in France. The reforms include freedom of control of funds, staff recruitment and campus development.

Author: Marshall, Jane
Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government domestic functions, France, Government regulation, Colleges & Universities, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Management dynamics, Personnel administration, Colleges and universities, Legal/Government Regulation, Management, Laws, regulations and rules, Human resource management, Curricula, Education, Higher, Company business management, Company personnel management, Sarkozy, Nicolas

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French PM moves to promote innovation

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France is seeking to promote high technology and innovation and academics are to become involved in setting up new businesses, according to French prime minister, Lionel Jospin. This follows a report which criticized lack of communication between business and researchers. Priority areas include electronics, biotechnology and information technology. State intervention is justified due to the benefit to society as a whole from these activities. Tax changes may also help start-up companies.

Author: Marshall, Jane
Science and technology policy

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Subjects list: France, Universities and colleges, Education policy, Research, Higher education
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