ERA-MBT

ERANET in Marine Biotechnology (ERA-MBT)

The Foundation for Science and Technology, I.P. (FCT) is participating in the ERA-MBT network, an initiative for cooperation 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 run for four years. The consortium is made up 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 the involvement and integration of industry;
3. Interaction with other activities/programs in the area of the sea at national, European and third country level;
4. Development of communication and information management infrastructures
5. Launch of at least three joint transnational Calls in 2014, 2015 and 2016.