The next FP6-NMP call and a nanotechnology strategy Renzo TOMELLINI Head of Unit “Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies” Directorate “Industrial Technologies” Research Directorate-general European Commission These pages do not represent any commitment on behalf of the European Commission. Please refer to official documents. See, e.g.:

Focusing and Integrating ERA Pr 1 genomics and biotech for health 2255 Pr 2 information society technologies 3625 nanotech, intelligent mat, production 1300 Pr 3 nanotech, intelligent mat, production 1300 Pr 4 aeronautics and space 1075 Pr 5 food safety and health risks 685 Pr 6 sustainable dev & global change 2120 Pr 7 citizens and governance 225 Pr 8 anticipating needs (INCO, CRAFT, JRC, etc) 2080 Structuring the ERA 2605 research & innovation, human resources, infrastructures, science & society Strengthening the Foundations of ERA 320 coordination of activities, development of policies TOTAL (Millions €) TOTAL with Euratom (Millions €) FP6: Budget 2002 – % 17500

Thematic Priority 3 « NMP » Nanotechnology, as a flagship of the next industrial revolution, Multi-functional knowledge-based materials, as critical drivers of innovation, and New Production processes and devices, as the key to sustainable development Final Aim: to support the transformation of EU industry with a view to sustainable development from resource-based to knowledge-based, and to promote real breakthroughs rather than incremental research

Industrial research for societal needs - a key objective of FP6 Knowledge-Based, FP6 aiming at a European Knowledge-Based, SustainableCompetitive Sustainable and Competitive Industry Sustainable Competitiveness i.e. Sustainable Competitiveness ! ÜMaintaining EUs RTD leadership ÜCreating RTD-intensive industry ÜPromote the up-take of hi-tech in industry  Develop enabling conditions (e.g. education, training, regulations, standardisation, IT tools)

Integrated approachIntegrated approach covering a wider field of disciplines, activities and sectors (value-chain and life-cycle management considering new production and consumption paradigms) knowledge-based, environmentally-friendly technologies, materials and productsFrom resource-intensive towards knowledge-based, environmentally-friendly technologies, materials and products (less resource-, waste- and energy-intensive industry) products adapted to individual needsFrom mass to flexible production for products adapted to individual needs (from quantity to quality) Promote real breakthroughsPromote real breakthroughs not incremental research Interaction of stakeholdersInteraction of stakeholders, i.e. innovative enterprises, Hi-Tec SMEs, universities & research centres, users (“society”) education & skills developmentIntegration of education & skills development Objective and Approach for Priority 3 Transition to a knowledge-based, sustainable and competitive industry

Coordination Actions (CA) Networks of Excellence (NE) Integrated Projects (IP) Specific Targeted Research Projects (STREP) Traditional projects “Stairways of excellence” Specific Support Actions (SSA) Instruments to implement the thematic area and to ensure high European impacts on selected technical and socio-economic issues New InstrumentsInstruments

societal needs  addressing major societal needs competitiveness  increasing EU competitiveness predefined S/T objectives and clear deliverables strong management structure Implementation Plan RTD 4 RTD 1 RTD 2 RTD 3 RTD 5 Demonstration TrainIng Ethical aspects, science-society dialogue Technology transfer, exploitation Management To integrate the critical mass of activities/resources needed for : Integrated Projects: Structure

Management Group  Towards Strategic Alliances in Key RTD Fields: Networks of Excellence: Structure Governing Council Funding Bodies Representatives European Commission Partner Organisation Representative Research team leader Institutional Commitment Integrating Activities Jointly Executed Research Spreading of Excellence (Training) Common Management

Stimulating cooperation to improve research competencies EC funds only for coordination activities Similar structure as traditional projects Research at frontier of knowledge EC funds for RTD activities Traditional instruments Traditional instruments Specific targeted research projects (STREP) Coordination actions (CA) Foresight activities Interaction with regulators and public authorities Specific support actions (SSA)

Focus on R&D Address well-identified scientific/technical problems Aim at developing new knowledge leading to radical innovation in the long term Limited in time (2-3 years) R&D as well as linked or ancillary activities, e.g. education, diffusion of results, IPR, related studies, ethics, etc. Address societal problems and competitiveness Aim at exploitation Implementation plan (pre- defined results) Limited in time (3-5 years) Critical mass for problem solving IP or STREP ? an IP is NOT a large STREP, it’s a different TYPE of project

 CRAFT and collective research  Within Integrated Projects and Networks of Excellence where specific activities are carried out by and for the SMEs are encouraged  Via ad hoc activities designed for high-tech SMEs Ad-hoc opportunities SMEs there are IP for SMEs !!!

 The “INCO” countries – Developing Countries; Mediterranean Countries; Russian Federation and the Newly Independent States, and Western Balkans  Bi-lateral S/T agreements with, for example USA, China, Russia, Argentina, Chile and others  The Intelligent Manufacturing Systems initiative with Norway, Switzerland, USA, Japan, Australia and Korea The FP6 is open to a broad international cooperation … for research as well as activities to support education and mobility

Areas 1, 2 and 3 : re-focused topics Area 4, “ Integration”: focus on construction; mat. manufacturing; industrial biotechnology; technical textiles; components for transport; biomaterials; security Area 5 “ cross priority activities”: * coordinated call with Energy: * cooperation with third countries Most significant changes in RTD areas (according to the Work Programme 2005 for NMP Priority) WP and call open in

Focus on 5 topics 1.1 Long-term interdisciplinary research into understanding phenomena, mastering processes and developing research tools  Towards converging technologies (STREP)  Standardisation for nanotechnologies (SSA) 1.2 Nano-biotechnologies  Using nature as a model for new nanotechnology-based processes (STREP) 1.3 Nano-metre-scale engineering techniques to create materials and components  Three-D nano-structures based on elements other than carbon (STREP) 1.5 Applications in areas such as health and medical systems, chemistry, food and the environment  Nanotechnology-based targeted drug delivery (IP)  Interaction of engineered nanoparticles with the environment and the living world (STREP) AREA 1: Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies WP 2005 and next calls

Focus on 8 topics: 2.1 Development of fundamental knowledge  Interfacial phenomena in materials (STREP)  New generation of tools for advanced materials characterisation (STREP)  Methods of computational modelling of multifunctional materials (CA) 2.2Technologies associated with the production, transformation and processing of knowledge-based multifunctional materials  Advanced materials processing (CA)  Development of nanostructured porous materials (IP)  Multifunctional ceramic thin films with radically new properties (STREP) 2.3Engineering support for materials development  Multifunctional organic materials (STREP)  Materials for solid state ionics (STREP) WP 2005 and next calls AREA 2: K-B multifunctional materials

Focus on 5 topics: 3.1 Development of new processes and flexible, intelligent manufacturing systems  New prod. technologies for new micro-device ultra precision engineering techniques (IP)  New generation of flexible assembly technology and processes (IP)  New concepts for global delivery (STREP)  Roadmapping and foresight studies on Manufuture (SSA)  Coordination of EU Manufacturing Research Activities (CA) 3.2Systems research and hazard control (none) 3.3Optimizing the life-cycle of industrial systems, products & services (none) WP 2005 and next calls AREA 3: New Production Processes / Devices

4.1 Multifunctional materials-based factory of the future (IP) 4.2 New construction products and processes for high added value applications (IP) 4.3 Mastering ‘industrial biotechnology’ – environmental tech. for sustainable production of added value products (IP) 4.4 Multifunctional technical textiles for construction, medical applic. and protective clothing (IP-SME) 4.5 Simultaneous engineering and production of integrated high-tech components for EU transport (IP-SME) 4.6 Biomaterials technologies for implants (IP-SME) 4.7 Nanotechnological approaches for improved security systems (IP-SME) WP 2005 and next calls AREA 4 Integration of NMP for more cost and eco-effective sectoral applications

Focus on : Basic materials ands industrial process of functional materials for fuel cells (STREP - in coordination with Energy) Improved, energy efficient hydrogen storage systems especially for transport (STREP - in coordination with Energy) Cooperation with 3rd countries in the field of NMP (SSA) REMINDER: WP 2004  closing date 14 October 2004 call now closed !: * IST-NMP1: Fast and flexible Manufacturing enterprise (IP, STREP, SSA) * IST-NMP2: Bio-sensors for diagnosis and healthcare (IP, STREP, SSA) * IST-NMP3: Materials, equipment and processes for production of nanophotonic and nanoelectronic devices (IP, STREP, SSA) * EU-NSF coordinated activities in computational materials research (STREP) WP 2005 and next calls AREA 5 Cross-priorities activities

We check that ethical principles are respected If needed, after the usual evaluation, there is an additional « ethical » evaluation During the life of the project, it will be monitored that the ethical principles are always respected Attention to our principles:

Towards a European Strategy for Nanotechnology Communication from the Commission COM (2004) 338

European Activities in Nanotechnology R&D l Several countries started national nanotechnology between the mid-1980’s and mid-1990’s l Overall investment of around 200 million € in 1997 has risen to around 1000 million € in 2003 l Levels of public investment vary considerably between 0.05 and 5.6 € per citizen in 2003 l Transnational projects in the EU’s 4th (~30M€/year) and 5th (~45M€/year) Framework Programmes l Nanotechnology identified as a main priority area in the 6th Framework Programme (~250M€/year)

European Activities in Nanotechnology R&D l Absolute public investment in Europe during 2003 Public expenditure ( M € ) Source: European Commission (2003)

Worldwide Activities in Nanotechnology R&D l Absolute public expenditure during 2003 (1€ = 1$) Public expenditure ( 1M€ = 1M$ ) Source: European Commission (2003)

Worldwide Activities in Nanotechnology R&D l Note that the purchasing power can vary widely Public expenditure ( M$ ) Source: European Commission (2003)

Worldwide Activities in Nanotechnology R&D l Per capita public expenditure during 2003 (1€ = 1$) Public expenditure ( € or $ / per capita ) Top 15 Performers Only Source: European Commission (2003)

Worldwide Publications in Nanotechnology l Europe has a strong knowledge-base l Asia and Russia showing growth Source: European Commission (2003)

Worldwide Patents in Nanotechnology l Europe’s strength in knowledge does not appear to be seen in terms of patents l Similar trend seen when seen in terms of start-up and spin- off companies… (EPO and WIPO data only) Source: European Commission (2003)

Start-up Companies in Nanotechnology ( ) Source: CEA, Bureau d’Etude Marketing

Is there a European Strategy for Nanotechnology?

Evolution of the Commission Communication l EuroNanoForum meeting held in 2003 with over 1000 participants where an integrated approach was endorsed l Ad-hoc expert group meetings convened in 2003 to establish to status of nanotechnology in Europe l Communication drafted by the Directorate General (DG) for Research and agreed with 16 other DGs l Adopted on the 12th May with reference COM (2004) 338

R&D: Building the Momentum l European public investment in nanotechnology R&D should increase by a factor of 3 by 2010 l Focus upon transforming our knowledge into wealth generating products and processes l Reinforce the next FP for added-value via critical mass, transnational collaboration and competition l Effective coordination of national programmes with both OMC and ERA-NET mechanisms l Bring public and private stakeholders together to strengthen roadmap and foresighting activities

Infrastructure: European “Poles of Excellence” l Europe needs a coherent system of infrastructure for R&D in nanotechnology l Measures needed to maximise the added-value of existing infrastructure, in particular, to help SMEs l Existing infrastructure should be examined and mapped to identify most urgent needs l Where needed, dedicated Europe nanotechnology infrastructure with critical mass should be built l All financing mechanisms should be explored e.g. European Investment Bank, Structural Funds, etc

Investing in Human Resources l Identify the educational needs of nanotechnology and provide examples of best practice l Encourage the definition and implementation of new courses and curricula for nanotechnology l Promote the integration of complementary skills into research training e.g. entrepreneurship l Explore the possibility of dedicated Marie Curie calls for proposals in nanotechnology l Create a “European award in nanotechnology” to encourage young researchers

l Promote conditions that encourage investment in nanotechnology R&D by industry l Investigate the prospects and conditions for the optimal industrial exploitation of nanotechnologies l Invites the European Investment Bank and other institutions to strengthen the capital base for R&D l Encourages closer cooperation between patent offices towards a more efficient patenting system l Invites Member States to review existing regulation and consider specificities of nanotechnology l Boost and coordinate actions in metrology, standards and norms Industrial Innovation: Knowledge to Technology

“Nano” Technology Platforms l Bringing the main public and private stakeholders to address major technological challenges l Key concepts are: l Development of a shared long-term vision (e.g. “Vision 2020”); l Creation of a coherent, dynamic strategy to achieve this vision; l Leading role of industry but should include stakeholders (research, financial, users and civil society)

European Nanoelectronics Initiative Advisory Council l Bringing the main public and private stakeholders to address major technological challenges l Vision 2020 document issued by ENIAC high-level group on 29 June 2004 l Key recommendation of the high level group is the creation of a Technology Platform l Strategic research agenda is being developed l Possible initiative planned for nanomedicine…. Credit © European Community, 2004

Possible Technological Platform for Nanomedicine l Nanomedicine is undergoing rapid technological development and is in high social demand l Huge industrial and market potential but financing crucial for convincing ideas l Lack of coordination of ongoing R&D initiatives at private and public level l Need for a Technological Platform with common vision and R&D agenda l Proposed R&D topics are regenerative medicine, nanodiagnostics and targeted drug delivery / release Credit © European Community, 2004

Integrating the Societal Dimension l Due attention should be paid to the integrating societal aspects into nanotechnology R&D l Europe should pursue an open and proactive approach to governance in nanotechnology R&D l A dialogue with EU citizens and consumers should be encouraged to promote informed judgement l The Commission reaffirms its commitment to ethical principles l The responsible and transparent development of nanotechnology is essential for public confidence

Public Health, Safety, Environmental and Consumer Protection l A high level of public health, safety, environmental and consumer protection requires: l Identification of safety concerns (both real and perceived) and action at the earliest stage l Toxicological and ecotoxicological data and evaluation of human/environmental exposure l Adjustment, if necessary, of risk assessment procedures for issues of nanotechnology l Integration of risk assessment at all stages of the life cycle of the technology

How to ensure that nanotechnology is safe? l Applications of nanotechnology must ensure a high level of public health, safety, consumer and environmental protection. l Any risks must be addressed upfront and as an integral part of the R&D process. l Specific toxicological studies for e.g. nanoparticles are underway at EU and national level.

A Further Step: International Cooperation l Encourage international debate on issues such as public health, safety, environment, consumer protection, risk assessment, metrology, norms l Provide access to knowledge to economically less developed countries to contribute towards the prevention of any “knowledge apartheid” l Promote the monitoring and sharing of information related to the scientific, technological, economical and social development of nanotechnology l Define an international “code of good conduct” for the responsible development of nanotechnology

Political Response to the Proposed Strategy l Estimate that around 10,000 copies have been accessed from our webpages l Discussed in the European Council and conclusions adopted on 24 September l Proposed integrated and responsible strategy has been welcomed by the Council l Also welcomed by the Economic and Social Committee

Public Response to the Proposed Strategy l Open consultation launched at the end of July and runs until 15th October l Contributions via website ( and on-line questionnairewww.nanoforum.org l Some 800 responses from 41 countries with support for more EU-level action l An opportunity for stakeholders to express their views and help shape future initiatives!

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