EU Makes 1.75 Billion Euros Available for Research

The European Commission is today issuing calls for proposals in 32 research areas, making available about 1.75 billion euros from the 7th Research Framework Program.

"There is no time to lose in research," said European Science and Research Commissioner Janez Potocnik. "The EU's research framework program has seen a smooth start in 2007, mobilizing researchers from across Europe and beyond to compete with their best ideas and to cooperate in tackling many challenges. Today, we are continuing this effort and we call on all researchers to participate."

There is a strong emphasis on international scientific collaboration and researchers from outside the European Research Area, including the United States, are invited to participate. Funds will be made available for research into a wide range of areas, including nanotechnologies and energy. Funds will also be made available for the Marie Curie International Staff Exchange Scheme, created this year to strengthen research partnerships through staff exchanges and networking activities among research organizations within and outside Europe.

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