European Science Week 2004
The European Commission has published a call for proposals for the European Science Week 2004 under the Sixth Framework Programme's 'Science and Society' activity. This is one of the areas covered by the 'Structuring the European Research Area' specific programme. Activities for European Science Week 2004 will include the promotion of an increased public scientific culture, especially among the young, an awareness of the impact and benefits of science and its uses on the daily lives of European citizens; and associated measures for improving the exchange of experiences and resources among organisers of national events to enhance the European dimension and added value of these activities. Regarding implementation, proposals may address any field of science, including the economic, social and human sciences. Proposed activities should present scientific topics in an interactive manner. They should concentrate on scientific innovation, showing how science addresses the concepts of uncertainty and risk for the benefit of citizens. Activities demonstrating the benefits of European cooperation in research will be particularly welcome. The precise date for the week will be fixed for the period mid-September to mid-October 2004 and proposals must include adequate preparatory measures to respect this timetable. The applicants should demonstrate an appropriate level of experience in the area of science communication and dialogue with the public, and a good understanding of the popular media and a practical knowledge of how to use them. In specifying the instruments to be used in these areas, the call requests the use of coordination actions and specific support actions. The total indicative budget for this call is 3 million euro.To see the call text, please visit: http://fp6.cordis.lu/fp6/call_details.cfm?CALL_ID=53