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The Seventh Framework Programme: Opportunities for the Economic and Social Sciences; London, 11 October 2007
11 October 2007
Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
62-64 Gower Street (Entrance Malet Street)
London
WC1E 6ED
UK
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The Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) has, for many years,
been centrally involved in the implementation of numerous Research
and Training Networks (RTNs), under the 4th, 5th and 6th
Frameworks. With this in mind, the idea has arisen to bring
together a range of RTNs, rooted in Economic Sciences, in a
3-day workshop, with the aim of facilitating cross-fertilisation
and the exchange of good practice and new ideas, and for
identifying synergies and potential areas for future co-operation.
Specifically, the proposed workshop provided:
- first-hand information on FP7 funding opportunities in economics.
- a platform for debate on economic and social science research and policy
- opportunities for presentations and poster displays
- opportunities for networking and for identifying synergies and possible areas for cooperation between networks
- state-of-the-art training opportunities for fellows and others
The workshop took place over three days:
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Day 1 provided the context and aims for FP7, and discuss funding opportunities in economics - it provided a platform for discussion and debate on the relevance and impact of social sciences in Europe, and their relationship to policy. It involved key individuals from the European Commission and the economic research community.
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Day 2 brought together representative RTN members in a range of activities designed to exchange information and experiences, stimulate discussion and new ideas.
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Day 3 offered state-of-the art training across a number of critical areas relevant to research, its communication and dissemination; it also provided an opportunity for informal networking.
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