In the framework of the upcoming Call for Proposals and Expression of Interests to be launched on 24 January 2011, ESPON invites for an Info Day on New Call and Partner Café in Brussels on 10 February 2011.

Aim

The purpose of the event is to inform and assist potential beneficiaries in preparing proposals for the upcoming Call which will open on 24 January 2011. The event will focus on the content specifications and the procedures for applying.

The European Commission and the Hungarian EU Presidency will present the policy demand behind the need for further ESPON results.

The Info Day and Partner Café will also give participants the chance to network, to find partners for their projects and get feedback.

Who should participate?

The event is open for all potential beneficiaries interested in learning more about this opportunity to take part in ESPON projects and to apply for funds to the ESPON 2013 Programme. In particular, scientists, experts, universities, research institutes, private companies, policy makers and representatives of public authorities at European, national, regional and local level from 31 European countries (EU 27 + Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland).

Registration

Deadline for registration was 28 January 2011 at 15h00.

Participation is free of charge. Participants must undertake costs related to their own travel and accommodation arrangements. In case of overbooking, the principle of first come first served will be applied.

Useful links and more information

Please find below the programme for the event. The final programme and additional practical information will be distributed to the registered participants by 2 February 2011.

Further information on the Call for Proposals and Expression of Interests here.

The documentation related to the Call will be available on the spot in Application Packs which can also be downloaded from 24 January 2011 at the ESPON Website.

Networking

• ESPON Partner Café. An overview of potential project partners is available. The overview is updated regularly and published on the ESPON Website. Overview
• ESPON Partner Café LinkedIn Group.

Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the ESPON Coordination Unit at info@espon.eu

This event is organised within the framework of the ESPON 2013 Communication Plan
Action Plan for 2011 (Targeted activities and actions, “Annual Event - Info Day and Partner Café”)