On 17th of March 2014 the regional launch event of the new Framework Programme for Research and Innovation - Horizon 2020, with the participation of Eastern Partnership countries representatives. The topics addressed during the event will focus on practical aspects of transition from the Seventh Framework Programme (2007-2013) to Horizon 2020 (2014-2020).

The event is organized by the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (ASM), Center of International Projects, under the aegis of the Eastern Partnership Platform IV “Contacts between People” and in partnership with European Commission Directorate General for Research and Innovation.

Mr. Robert-Jan SMITS, General Director of DG Research and Innovation, European Commission has confirmed his participation to the event.Taking into account the importance of the new Programme Horizon 2020 and the interest of the Eastern Partners shown for benefiting from its potential, this event will contribute to a better understanding of new opportunities and first calls launched under Horizon 2020.

We are pleased to invite you to participate to the event and sincerely hope you will accept our invitation.