Sixth Framework Programme 2002-2006 Commission proposal: 21 February 2001

Sixth Framework Programme 2002-2006

• Commission proposal: 21 February 2001

• Instrumental for implementation of the European Research Area (ERA)

• Proposed budget: EUR 17,5 billion

• = 3,9% of the EU’s budget (2001)

• = ~ 6% of the EU’s public (civilian) research budget

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Budgets of the EU Framework Programmes

Sixth Framework Programme

Sixth Framework Programme

3 new instruments

• Networks of excellence

• Integrated projects

• Programmes implemented jointly

• In priority thematic areas, the new instruments:

• Will be used from the start of FP6

• As a priority means, while maintaining the use of specific targeted projects and co-ordination actions

• Will be assessed in 2004

3 new instruments

• Networks of excellence:

• Lasting integration of research capacities
• Long-term and multidisciplinary objectives
• Implemented by a joint programme of activities
• Genuine ‘virtual centres of excellence’
• High level of management autonomy
• Gradual integration of work programmes
• Selected on the basis of calls for proposals

• Integrated projects

• Programmes implemented jointly

3 new instruments

• Networks of excellence

• Integrated projects:

• To boost competitiveness or to address major societal needs
• To provide results applicable to products, processes or services
• Research activities may be complemented by demonstration, innovation activities
• High level of management autonomy
• Implemented through overall financing plans
• Selected on the basis of calls for proposals

• Programmes implemented jointly

Enriched Policy Forum

• Enriched Policy Forum
• Enhanced Gender Watch System
• Research on “Gender and Science

Expressions of Interest

• www.cordis.lu/fp6/eoi-instruments