Interact
On 9 February 2011, the European Commission presented a Green Paper which proposes major changes to EU research and innovation funding that make participation easier, increase scientific and economic impact and provide a better value for money.
The changes, to be introduced in the next EU budget after 2013, would bring together the current Framework Programme for research, the Competitiveness and Innovation Programme, and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
The Commission is seeking the views of all interested individuals and organisations on these proposed changes as well as on the specific questions stated in the Green Paper. The deadline for contributions is Friday, 20 May 2011. In parallel, a competition for the name of the Common Strategic Framework is being organised.
Further information can be found on the European Commission's DG Research and Innovation website.