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euroSCIENCE moves into sixth gear!

Richard G M Morris1, Edvard Moser, Christopher Henderson

  • 1Centre and Division of Neuroscience, College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. r.g.m.morris@ed.ac.uk

Trends in Neurosciences
|October 24, 2002
PubMed
Summary

European neuroscientists are preparing for new EU research funding. The Sixth Framework Programme will support brain research, focusing on molecular genetics for neuroscience and combating nervous system diseases.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Life Sciences
  • Genomics
  • Biotechnology for Health

Background:

  • European neuroscientists are preparing for new funding opportunities.
  • The European Union's Sixth Framework Programme is a major initiative for research and technology development (RTD).
  • This program is the most ambitious ever mounted by the European Commission, with a budget of 16 billion Euros.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline novel features of the Sixth Framework Programme.
  • To discuss issues raised regarding the program.
  • To highlight the inclusion of brain research within the program's scope.

Main Methods:

  • The article will outline novel features of the program.
  • It will touch on raised issues.

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  • Focus will be on the program's structure and funding priorities.

    • Main Results:

    • Brain research is integrated into the Sixth Framework Programme.
    • Key areas include "Life Sciences, Genomics and Biotechnology for Health," with sub-sections on brain study and nervous system diseases.
    • Exploitation of molecular genetics in neuroscience is a likely focus.

    Conclusions:

    • The Sixth Framework Programme represents a significant opportunity for European neuroscience research.
    • Its broad scope encompasses diverse RTD activities, from nanoscience to global ecosystems.
    • The program's emphasis on molecular genetics in neuroscience is a key development.