European Commission measures improve access to research
New measures to improve access to European scientific knowledge were outlined by the European Commission last month. It is hoped that this greater access will make it easier for businesses and researchers to build on the results of publically funded research, boosting Europe’s innovation potential.
The communication, entitled “Communication Towards better access to scientific information: Boosting the benefits of public investments in research”, establishes open access objectives for research…
Science education training receives funds from EC
Science View is organising three training courses for science teachers in 2013, funded by European Commission Comenius Grundtvig Grants. The training courses are as follows:
“Teacher’s new role in the Classroom of the future (e-design, e-tutoring, e-Assessment)”
11-16 March 2013 in Thessaloniki, Greece; 18 23 March 2013 in Athens, Greece.
Reference No.: GR-2013-209-002…
European Physical Society: get involved!
Dear Readers,
In almost all discussions with colleagues and students about membership in a learned society the question is asked: “what’s in it for me?” Besides the purely philosophical answer, there are many practical reasons for why membership in a learned society can be a fundamental asset for every scientist.
The European Physical Society [EPS] is a platform for your activities and a voice for your interests…
Manifesto on the Gender Dimension in Research
Interested parties are encouraged to sign the Manifesto for Integrated Action on the Gender Dimension in Research and Innovation. The manifesto discusses potential actions to enhance research and innovation by addressing gender equality issues.
The manifesto follows on from the European Commission public consultation on the green paper “What actions should be taken at EU level to further strengthen the role of women in science and innovation?”, which received 300 responses…
European Physical Society a STEPS THREE partner
The European Physical Society has become a partner in the third Stakeholders Tune European Physics Studies [STEPS3] network. The project, spanning 2012-15, will bring together 60 institutions – representing 31 European countries – in order to gather input from stakeholders in European physics education.
The aim of the project is to increase the number and quality of physics graduates within Europe and, in consequence, the economic impact of physics. Working groups will investigate topics grouped under three themes…
ERASMUS programme celebrates 25th anniversary
2012 marks the silver anniversary of the European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students [ERASMUS], the European Union’s best known and most popular student exchange programme.
In commemoration of this milestone a series of national festivities, to be held throughout the year, were announced at the end of January by the European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth, Androulla Vassiliou.
Close to three million students have benefited from a study period or work placement abroad since the establishment…
Results of EC consultation on scientific publishing
The European Commission has published the results of its ‘Consultation on scientific information in the digital age’. The survey generated much interest, with 1,140 responses received from 42 different countries. The European Physical Society provided input into the consultation in September last year.
The survey noted a general desire for better access to scientific publications; the vast majority of respondents believing that publications and data resulting from publically funded research should be made open access. In addition…
2012 Bologna/EHEA Ministerial Conference
The next summit of the Ministers of Higher Education of the ‘Bologna’ or European Higher Education Area [EHEA] countries will take place on 26-27 April this year, in the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest, Romania.
Last year, the European Commission announced a substantial increase – 68 per cent – of investment in education for the next Framework 2014/20 budget. It is of prime importance, therefore, to determine the role of European institutions in the consolidation and progress of the Bologna Process, especially given that the EHEA summits will only be held…
European Physical Society responds to ERA Consultation
The European Physical Society has responded to the ERA Framework Public Consultation: ‘Areas of untapped potential for the development of the European Research Area’. The European Physical Society would like to thank its members for providing their comments and insights.
The response by the European Physical Society, along with those made by other interested individuals and organisations and individuals, will soon be published on the European Commission website. The final version of the European Physical Society’s response can also be downloaded directly here.
European Commission announces Horizon 2020
Horizon 2020, an 80 billion euro programme for investment in innovation and research, was officially announced by the European Commission on 30 November 2011.
For more information, please visit the new Horizon 2020 website.
EC publishes consultation on the ERA Framework
The European Commission has published its ‘Consultation on the ERA Framework: Areas of untapped potential for the development of the European Research Area (ERA)’; the EPS is preparing a response.
The consultation, in the form of a questionnaire, covers the following areas sections: cross border operation of research actors, coordination of science and technology actions, knowledge circulation, respondent identification, managing and monitoring the ERA partnership, researchers and research infrastructures…
FP7 publishes monitoring report for 2007-2010
The European Commission has published the fourth FP7 Monitoring Report, which covers the implementation of the Framework Programme during 2007-2010. It provides, among other items, a detailed analysis of participation patterns; implementation management and quality issues; and the current situation with regard to the simplification process.
The report has a number of features of interest to EPS members, including lists of top university participants and research organizations. The report calls attention to the magnitude of the FP7, with 245 calls, more than 77,000…
