Specific targeted research projects and coordination actions for developing countries
The European Commission has published a call for proposals for specific targeted research projects and coordination actions for developing countries under the Sixth Framework Programme's 'Specific measures in support of international cooperation - developing countries' thematic priority. This is one of the areas covered by the 'Integrating and strengthening the European Research Area' specific programme. Specific targeted research projects and coordination actions will be funded under this call, which relates to 10.3.1 A in the work programme. The general objective of international cooperation activities carried out under the Framework Programme is to help open up the European Research Area to the rest of the world. These activities represent the particular contribution of the Framework Programme to this opening-up process, which will require a joint effort by the Community and the Member States. Collaboration with developing countries in scientific and technical matters addresses key societal issues through interdisciplinary research approaches combining physical and social sciences. The objectives are therefore for the European Union to develop strong scientific partnerships with these countries in order to contribute to their sustainable development. The Community's proactive approach is based upon effective use of fora for dialogue (ASEM for Asia Europe Meeting, ALCUE for 'América Latina y el Caribe y Unión Europea', EU-ACP Forum for Africa, Pacific and the Caribbean) to discuss S&T cooperation activities and take into consideration the commonly agreed priority research areas. Thematic issues covered are: Health - Reproductive health Rational use of natural resources - Managing humid and semi-humid ecosystems - Reconciling multiple demands on coastal zones Food Security - Health of livestock populations The total indicative budget for this call is 50 million euro.To see the call text, please visit: http://fp6.cordis.lu/fp6/call_details.cfm?CALL_ID=37(opens in new window)