Obstacles to researchers’ mobility in the EU
Although the free mobility of researchers within the EU was one of the priorities of the ERA at its creation in 2000, many obstacles to mobility remain.
Is it time for simplified licensing?
A US university has drawn up a standard, “one-size-fits-most” license fee scheme. It aims to save time, but is the industry ready for it?
Framework for the future
Peer reviewed grants may not be the best way to deliver breakthrough research, and change is needed for Framework Programme 8, says Microsoft’s Craig Mundie.
Kafatos resigns ERC Presidency in mid-term
The President of the European Research Council and Chair of its Scientific Council is stepping down a year before the end of his term.
Greening the economy
A new integrated industrial strategy will deliver growth whilst tackling climate change, promises Commissioner-designate Antonio Tajani.
ACES 2009: Money makes the research go around
To Riccardo Pietrabissa, ACES Bridge Award winner, money is a means to an end, not an end in itself.
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The old model of venture capital-funded commercialisation needs to change
VCs considering an investment in a technology venture should focus more on markets if they want to mitigate risk and deliver fast returns, says Jon Treanor of Conduit Partners.
Stop the R&D train, I want to get off
As planning for a new EU research effort begins, many are calling for changes in the way the system works, writes Richard L. Hudson.
Consumers should care
The new Health and Consumer Care Commissioner John Dalli is right to put patients first, but that means tending to pharma too, writes Nuala Moran.
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