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Boost for Biotech |
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Endorsing plans to use the new Framework Programme as a means of constructing a European Research Area, the European Council placed renewed emphasis on 'frontier' technologies - biotechnology in particular. |
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A New Framework for European Research |
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Designed to support the creation of the European Research Area, the Commission's proposed new Framework Programme for research and innovation in Europe places particular emphasis on increased co-operation, both across the EU and in the global context. |
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EU Research - Adding Value? |
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In recent years, additionality has become a central criterion in evaluating the role of publicly funded research and development programmes. But it is important to avoid a simplistic application of this concept in assessing the impact of EU intervention. |
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Tax Less, Put Innovation to Work |
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European industry employs too few researchers. A report by ETAN warns that this situation may worsen as worldwide competition for research staff increases. Europe must do more to encourage the take-up and retention of a resource vital to the realisation of a knowledge-based economy. |
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Patent Pending ? |
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Current European laws on the patenting of software are both inconsistent and unclear. Consultation by the European Commission ahead of a new Directive on the subject has sparked fierce debate. But do the present regulations really need to be changed - or just to be explained? |
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Flying the Innovation Standard |
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Standards and regulations may not make the most exciting reading, but a recent study has found that they play an important role in the diffusion of new technology into the market place - and that this mechanism makes a significant contribution to economic growth. |
March 2001
