The European Commission is working on its proposal for the next Framework Programme that will succeed Horizon 2020 for the year 2021.
To do this, it is taking into account several iExpert reports among which Professor Mazzucato's interest in mission-oriented research and innovation, presented on February 22, 2018, is especially positioned for her interest: “Mission-Oriented Research & Innovation in the European Union - A Problem solving approach to fuel innovation-led growth.The professor's report describes the concept of missions, the criteria for selecting them and the issues to be taken into account for their correct and structured implementation so that the next Framework Program is even more beneficial for European research and innovation. In this context, the EC has also taken the opportunity to launch a referendum (survey) through which it is possible to gather more opinions and ideas for improvement on the missions and challenges that the new Framework Program for European Research and Innovation must contemplate.
What exactly shapes the Commission's proposal?
· One economic justification for public investments in R&D and its impact on the growth of society and employment.· A prospective study for the preparation of possible future scenarios in EU research and innovation policy.· A Evaluation on Horizonte2020, with the results available to date and with information on how the impact of its successor program could be maximized.
How is the new Framework Programme articulated in the European Union's agenda?
· First step: May 2018. Approval of the next budget on the part of the European Union.· Second step: Acceptance of the proposal for the next Framework Program of Research and Innovation by the European Commission.· Third Step: Negotiation and Approval of the Framework Program by the Council and the European Parliament.· Fourth step: Launch of the new Framework Program on January 1, 2021.Source: European Commission
