What is the EU’s Research Framework Programme (FP)?
What are the main objectives of FP6?
Who decides how research money should be spent, and on what basis?
What is the main difference between FP6 and previous research framework programmes?
What is the overall budget, and how will it be allocated?
What are the FP’s main priorities?
What are the "new instruments"?
What are rules for participation?
What are "calls for expression of interest"?
What are calls for proposals?
How much money can I expect to receive once my proposal has been selected for funding?
Who can apply for EU research support? Who stands a realistic chance to get it?
What has the “Science and society” activity in the FP to do with the other high level activities in the field of research and technological developments?
The FP promises to promote scientific excellence. Who is going to establish the criteria for “excellence”?
