by Institute for Prospective Technological Studies (I) PREFACEThe acceding and candidate countries, in particular those in Central and Eastern Europe, have during the last decade undergone a set of three radical transformations: the shift to a market economy, integration into the European Union – the so-called Enlargement Process - and finally, a move towards the Information … [Read more...] about The IPTS Report
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IST 2003: The Opportunities ahead
by EC Directorate-General Information Society IntroductionAt the beginning of the 21st century, the potential for information society technologies (IST) to enhance human lives has never been greater. For the economy, IST is central to the “race to knowledge” on which improved productivity and competitiveness depend. The IST industry itself is one of the largest economic … [Read more...] about IST 2003: The Opportunities ahead
An organic market to conquer
by Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality The Hague, September 2000Policy Document on Organic Agriculture, 2001-2004 Contents IntroductionThe ambitionDifficultiesSpearheads of policyFinancial resources Annex: Status of organic agriculture in the Netherlands Introduction The policy document on Food Production and Rural Areas (Voedsel en Groen) … [Read more...] about An organic market to conquer
Towards a strategic vision of life sciences and biotechnology
by EU - Life Sciences and Biotechnology Consultation document 1. TOWARDS A COMPREHENSIVE AND STRATEGIC VISION Scientific and technological progress in the life sciences and modern biotechnology is continuing at a breathtaking pace. At the same time, the potential benefits and implications for individuals, society and the environment have given rise to intense public … [Read more...] about Towards a strategic vision of life sciences and biotechnology
Club of Amsterdam Journal, October 2003, Issue 10
Content Roundtableabout the future of Food & Biotech News about the Future Biotech Project Recommended Book Club of Amsterdam SearchSubmit your articleContactSubscribeEvents 2003/2004 The Club of Amsterdam Roundtable Thomas ThijssenMember of the Club of Amsterdam Roundtable "The Club of Amsterdam is needed because we need new inputs for the … [Read more...] about Club of Amsterdam Journal, October 2003, Issue 10