The aim of this paper is to provide general guidance for setting up information and assistance networks (National Contact Points) in all Member States and Associated Countries (as well as FP7 contacts in some third countries), taking into account the experience of preceding Framework Programmes and the challenges of FP7. It addresses the network architecture, the nomination and recognition process and the
operational modalities.
The guiding principles in this document have been discussed and unanimously agreed upon in a working group of personal representatives of ministers competent for the area of science and research of the Member States and Associated Countries and the Commission services. They serve as general guidelines for establishing and operating the NCP systems and for their relations with the Commission services and each other.
operational modalities.
The guiding principles in this document have been discussed and unanimously agreed upon in a working group of personal representatives of ministers competent for the area of science and research of the Member States and Associated Countries and the Commission services. They serve as general guidelines for establishing and operating the NCP systems and for their relations with the Commission services and each other.
Citation
Guiding Principles for setting up Systems of National Contact Points (NCP Systems) for the FP7 (2007): http://www.eurosfaire.prd.fr/7pc/documents/1203007532_fp7_ncp_guiding_principles_12_12_2007.pdf (10.03.2008)
Language
English
Publication Year
2007
Source
European Commission, DG RTD
Website
Geographical focus
- International; Other
Attachments
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1203007532_fp7_ncp_guiding_principles_12_12_2007.pdf (pdf, 45.16Kb)
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Entry created by Martina Lindorfer on March 10, 2008
