ERA-MBT

ERANET in Marine Biotechnology (ERA-MBT)

The Foundation for Science and Technology, I.P. (FCT) participates in the ERA-MBT network, a cooperation initiative in science and technology between European countries in the field of Marine Biotechnology. This initiative, funded by the 7th Framework Program, began in December 2013 and will last for four years. The consortium consists of 19 funding organizations from 14 European countries.

The main objectives and activities of the ERA-MBT network are:

1. Development of a strategy for Marine Biotechnology in the bio-economic context of Europe;
2. Development of a strategy for industry involvement and integration;
3. Interaction with other activities/programs in the maritime field at the national, European, and third-country levels;
4. Development of communication and information management infrastructure
5. Launch of at least three joint Calls in 2014, 2015, and 2016.