JPI2013 · Joint Programming: Agenda for the Future and Achievements to Date

The aim of this proposal is to support the organisation of a conference on Joint Programming, which will take place in Ireland on 28th February and 1st March 2013 under the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union and in collaboration with the European Commission. The Joint Programming Conference will be hosted by Science Foundation Ireland.The aim of the Joint Programming Conference 2013 will be to facilitate strategic discussions among the key stakeholders involved in Joint Programming in Europe with a view to mapping out the future progress of Joint Programming in order to more effectively address grand challenges facing European citizens and maximise the efficient use of national research investment undertaken by Member States and associated countries. The conference is expected to play a crucial role in the integration of the results and experience coming from joint programming activities to date. These inputs will strenghten the integration of the European Research Area.""