Research and Technological Development (R&D)
theme: Policy Fielddefinition:
"Organised around a multiannual Framework Programme composed of various RTD and demonstration programmes, Community RTD policy promotes co-operation with and between companies, research centres and universities with a view to reinforcing the scientific and technological foundations of industry and its competitiveness on the world stage. It also aims at co-operation with third countries and international organisations, diffusion and utilisation of RTD policy results and stimulation of training and mobility of the researchers of the Community."
source:European Spatial Development Perspective – Towards Balanced and Sustainable Development of the Territory of the EU, sections: “Introduction” and “Contents”, p 17
download document:ESDP 1999.pdf (8 MB)
http://www.europa.eu.int (PDF 8 MB)



