EP Briefing 25-28 September 2006: Galileo programme
Strasbourg, 20 Sep 2006 MEPs will debate and vote on a resolution on Galileo. The debate is based on the following oral question to the Commission: Subject: Taking stock of the Galileo programme...
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Commission encourages research co-operation for electricity grids
Brussels, 6 April 2006 21% of Europe’s energy could be produced by renewable sources, but existing electricity grids are not keeping pace with changes within the energy industry. Future...
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Appointments
After working at Wigan Athletic Football Club, Heinz and British Airways, Colin Grethè has joined the University of Abertay Dundee as its head of human resources. He lists his interests as travel,...
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Union politics impaired pay battle, paper says
Ordinary members of the academic unions were let down by poor tactics and bad planning in last year's pay dispute because senior union officials were too focused on the manoeuvring for power in the...
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The book of the week: Castles, Battles and Bombs
What price victory? Huw Dixon weighs the odds
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Good tourist, bad tourist
The evils of mass tourism have been overstated and the ethical benefits of ecotourism missold, says Jim Butcher. We should stop feeling guilty and start enjoying our precious time off. In the new...
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Commissioner Philippe Busquin: Biotechnologies in the European Research Area, EuropaBio General Assembly
Brussels, 24th June 2004 It is an honour for me to be with you today. I would like to take this opportunity to address three issues today that are of relevance to the biotechnology sector : The...
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Commission submits plan for keeping Europe at the forefront of nanotechnology
Brussels, 14 Jun 2005 The European Commission has proposed an action plan for nanosciences and nanotechnologies (N&N), which makes clear what the Commission and the Member States must do in...
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Looking for the wow factor
Universities want eye-catching iconic buildings that capture the spirit of academic endeavour, involve the community and aid recruitment. Esther Oxford surveys the results, from glass walls to grass...
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Commission Agenda Entry: Thursday, 1 June: A new programme for innovation and competitiveness
Brussels, 19 May 2006 The news: The European Parliament is expected to adopt the Competitiveness and Innovation Programme (CIP) on first reading. Competitiveness and innovation are the twin keys to...
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Biotechnology debate must remain science-based, says Verheugen
Brussels, 28 Sep 2005 The EU Commissioner for Enterprise and Industry, Günter Verheugen, has reiterated the need for an open debate on the benefits of biotechnology and the ethical questions...
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Young put off cancer study
Lack of long-term funding deters new scientists from careers in UK cancer research. Rebecca Attwood reports. Too many young scientists in the UK are asking why anyone would choose a career in...
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Medical Technologies Europe 2005
Brussels, 11 Jan 2005 A European medical technologies executive summit will take place from 14 to 16 February in London, the UK. The aim of the event is to bring together medical technology companies...
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EP Briefing 25-28 September 2006: Support for nanosciences if managed ethically (own-initiative)
Strasbourg, 20 Sep 2006 The Industry Committee welcomes an action plan by the European Commission for a safe, integrated and responsible strategy for nanosciences and nanotechnologies for the period...
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ASD welcomes moves towards space policy but urges additional funding mechanisms
Brussels, 01 Jun 2005 ASD, the aerospace and defence industries association of Europe, has welcomed the Commission's recent communication on the creation of a European Space Policy, but emphasised...