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First ever European-African joint call for proposals
In January, the first ever joint European-African call for proposals will be issued. Norway will participate in the thematic area of renewable energy.
Published: 20.12.2012 -
Enormous interest in Polish-Norwegian research cooperation
The Polish-Norwegian Research Programme, funded under the scheme for EEA and Norway Grants, received a total of 269 joint project proposals for the November application deadline. This is almost four times the number received in the previous programme period.
Published: 17.12.2012 -
Many seeking a research stay in Norway
Upwards of one-fourth of the grant applications submitted for the 28 November deadline were addressed to the Research Council of Norway’s guest researcher programme, the YGGDRASIL mobility programme. The largest call for proposals was issued by the Research Programme on Sickness Absence, Work and Health (SYKEFRAVAER).
Published: 04.12.2012 -
Priorities for Norwegian research for 2014
The Research Council of Norway is recommending an increase of NOK 1 billion for research in its proposal to the national budget for 2014. Close to half of this increase would be distributed among eight main priority areas.
Published: 26.11.2012 -
Using computing power to develop science disciplines
Applied mathematics is making its mark in more and more areas, thanks in great part to impressive new high-performance computers. Norway’s first and only Centre of Excellence (SFF) in mathematics so far is helping to realise the scientific opportunities of these powerful new tools.
Published: 26.11.2012 -
Climate law – an essential aspect of climate research
Climate law is quickly becoming an integral part of international law. The Faculty of Law at the University of Oslo is working to increase expertise in the field with the help of funding from the Research Council of Norway.
Published: 05.11.2012 -
Norway to lead new marine research office in Brussels
JPI Oceans’ recently-opened office in Brussels is intended to be an active hub for dialogue and cooperation between the member countries of the European joint programme in the field of marine and maritime research.
Published: 17.10.2012 -
Some good priorities, but lacking in vision
For the third consecutive year there will be no real growth in the Research Council of Norway’s budget. This will inhibit the long-term restructuring towards an international knowledge society.
Published: 08.10.2012 -
More funds for mobile researchers
The Research Council of Norway is introducing a separate top-up financing scheme to improve the financial framework for researchers receiving funding through the Marie Curie Actions Research Fellowship Programmes. The objective is to encourage an even greater number to venture abroad for research purposes.
Published: 24.09.2012 -
In-depth and updated information on Norwegian R&D
The extensive presentation of statistics and indicators found in the 2012 Report on Science and Technology Indicators for Norway offers a valuable framework for viewing Norwegian research and innovation, complete with commentary and analysis.
Published: 24.09.2012 -
Evaluation and innovation
The Research Council of Norway has just been examined from top to toe in a major international evaluation. Conclusion: Much has been achieved, but important challenges remain to be solved. In the new issue of Forskning magazine Director General Arvid Hallén provides his commentary on the evaluation.
Published: 21.09.2012 -
Developing a new ultrasound technology
European research groups are joining forces to develop a new ultrasound system and improve treatment for heart patients. The Norwegian Center for Cardiological Innovation (CCI) will play a key role.
Published: 14.09.2012 -
Biomarine-based value creation could increase six-fold by 2050
According to a newly published report, value creation within the Norwegian biomarine industry has the potential to grow 600 per cent - from NOK 90 billion today to NOK 550 billion - in 2050.
Published: 07.09.2012 -
The Rocky Mountains affect Norway’s climate
Both the Gulf Stream and the Norwegian Sea have a major impact on Norway's climate. However, it turns out that weather conditions are also influenced by geographical elements from much farther away. The Rocky Mountains, for instance, play a major role in weather in Norway.
Published: 03.09.2012 -
Westerly storms warm Norway
New research indicates that storms from the west are the main reason that Norwegians can enjoy temperatures 5-10°C warmer than other places so far north. Climate researchers are casting more and more doubt on the Gulf Stream’s role as the primary cause of Norway’s relatively high temperatures.
Published: 03.09.2012 -
New national strategy for nanotechnology
R&D activity is to support the responsible development of nanotechnology to benefit industrial development and society.
Published: 06.08.2012 -
New programme on societal security in the works
The Research Council of Norway is in the process of establishing a new research programme on societal security. The mandate for the work programme committee has now been drawn up.
Published: 03.08.2012 -
Key figures for the Research Council for 2011
Approximately one-third of all public research funding in Norway is channelled via the Research Council of Norway. Key figures summarising the Research Council’s activities for the period 2007-2011 are now available.
Published: 29.06.2012 -
Backing Norway’s companies and research groups
Kristin Danielsen is the new International Director at the Research Council of Norway. But this does not mean she will be spending her time travelling to China, the US or throughout Europe; she intends to focus on what Norwegian companies and research groups have to say about their needs in connection with enhancing contacts with international partners.
Published: 19.06.2012 -
Experienced minister adds research to her undertakings
Kristin Halvorsen certainly believes in encouragement as a means of promoting learning. But she is not afraid to castigate those who are unwilling to help boost knowledge levels in society.
Published: 05.06.2012 -
Research cooperation for European progress
A European Economic Area (EEA) scheme funds research cooperation with the aim of strengthening bilateral relations in Europe and promoting economic growth.
Published: 10.05.2012 -
Less research on elite sport
According to an evaluation of Nordic sport sciences research, fewer studies are being conducted on elite sport in the region. Overall, the quality of sport sciences research was found to be excellent.
Published: 19.04.2012 -
Updated national strategy and roadmap
The Research Council of Norway has updated its national strategy for research infrastructure and drawn up a new roadmap for strategically important infrastructure.
Published: 12.04.2012 -
Norway and Romania sign cooperation agreement
The new research agreement between Norway and Romania is the first of its kind. The Research Council of Norway is named as the Norwegian partner in the agreement.
Published: 12.04.2012 -
Kristin Danielsen new International Director
Kristin Danielsen has been appointed as the new International Director at the Research Council of Norway.
Published: 10.04.2012 -
Wants more marine and maritime research in H2020
Norway fully supports the broad lines of thinking in the proposal for the new EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation – Horizon 2020, but would like to see greater emphasis placed on marine and maritime research.
Published: 28.03.2012 -
Early detection of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
A new joint European research project aims to improve diagnostics for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to detect the diseases as early as possible. Several Norwegian research groups are taking part.
Published: 27.02.2012 -
Norway active partner in EU initiative on Alzheimer’s research
Norway seeks an active role in the large-scale, Europe-wide programme for research on Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases, launched 7 February.
Published: 23.02.2012 -
Sustainable plastics research in Norwegian EU project no. 1 000
Norway has made its mark in the EU Framework Programme by participating in over 1 000 projects to date. In project number 1 000, Norwegian researchers are developing plastics based on nanofibres from trees.
Published: 25.01.2012 -
Active Norwegian research institutes
In 2010 the independent research institute sector as a whole provided research and development services for NOK 10.4 billion, according to national R&D statistics. This represents about one-quarter of all research activity in Norway.
Published: 18.01.2012
