Chinese research calls announced
The Chinese 863 Hi-Tech program has launched its first call for research proposals under the 10th Chinese 5-year plan. It is the first call open to European partners. The six main program areas of the call are: - Information technology - Biotechnology and modern agricultural technology - New materials - Advanced manufacturing and automation technology - Energy source technology - Resource and environment technology Normally a proposal should be prepared by the Chinese consortium, together with at least two EU partners from different countries. The Commission does not provide automatic funding for the EU partners. Proposal deadline is 10 October 2001.For further information, please consult the following web address: http://www.863.org.cn(opens in new window) or contact the China/EU S&T Promotion Office CECO : E-mail: office@ceco.org.cn