Call for Europe to 'revitalize efforts' in basic research

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The European Science Foundation (ESF) supports renewed committment to basic research to ensure Europe's wellbeing in the future. A position paper on the European Commission's Fifth Framework Programme (FP5) calls for specific scientific agendas with attainable goals for the socio-economic rejuvenation of Europe. It also recommends continuation and extension of the Training and Mobility of Researchers programme. Sweden wants a special focus on the research and funding needs of small and medium-sized enterprises and small projects under the FP5.

Reports, European Science Foundation

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Biologists call on Brussels to bolster basic research

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European biologists feel that genetics and neuroscience research should receive more support from the European Commission in the coming five-year Framework research program. A panel of European biologists advised the European Science and Technology Assembly that such an emphasis on basic research is necessary, because its long-term survival is essential for the future applied research. The panel argues that specific areas, such as the creation of scientific networks and the funding of large facilities, should be given preference.

Finance, Biological research

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'More effectiveness needed' in Brussels' handling of research

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Member states research ministers are to consider proposals by the European Commission to improve the way research programmes are managed. One suggestion is a regular benchmarking system comparing performances against those of other research organizations. This suggestion is popular with the Office of Science and Technology and with university funding councils.

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