The aim of the study was to analyse European research cooperation in the context of all current and new ERA-NET projects with third-country orientation, focusing on
- Participant structure (both geographical and organizational forms),
- content orientations and priorities,
- the pursued instrumental differentiation,
- budgetary implications (e.g., in terms of joint call settlements).
The findings were presented in a report. Furthermore, conclusions were drawn up on the strategic or political motivators (drivers) of EU projects which have been developed by the European Commission within the framework of the two ERA-NET schemes (FP6 and FP7) 2004-2009.
