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Implementation of the 5th Framework Programme |
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Monitoring of the Framework Programme and strategic reflexion |
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biggest challenge this year is successful launching of the new Framework
Programme, from publication of the calls for proposals in March
to signature of the first contracts, scheduled in autumn 1999. The
German Presidency, followed by the Finnish, have both put implementation
of the Framework Programme at the top of their priorities in the
research field, but without neglecting preparation for the future.
Accordingly, at the Council meeting on research on 20 May the German
Presidency will start an in-depth debate on the future of European
research.
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