The future of research and technology organizations in Europe
The objective of the conference is to evaluate the changes that have been occurring in the functioning of these kinds of organizations at regional, national and Community levels. The conference also aims to define the role of ORTs, specifically in the process of technology transfer and innovation in response to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Europe.
SPRINT, the Strategic Programme for Innovation and Technology Transfer, actively encourages a number of ORT networks in order to promote transnational collaboration. Currently, SPRINT provides financial assistance to 50 transnational projects covering 250 different organizations.
It is hoped that the conference will provide the necessary forum for an exchange of information and experience for all interested parties.
For more information, please contact:
Commission of the European Communities
DG XIII/D-4
Attn. Mr. J. R. Tiscar
Jean Monnet building
L-2920 Luxembourg
Fax +352-430134544
or:
SPRINT Technical Assistance Unit (TAU)
Attn. Mr. J. Krytsoudis
119 avenue de la Faiencerie
L-1511 Luxembourg
Fax +352-465550