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About ESASTAP
European South African Science and Technology Advancement Programme (ESASTAP) was launched during the sixth European Union Framework Programme (the main EU funding instrument for research and innovation) to promote, facilitate and coordinate research, development and innovation (RDI) cooperation between South Africa and the European Union in areas of common interest. ESASTAP is a collaborative initiative between South Africa and the European Union established through the Department of Science and Innovation.
The initiative has not only enhanced RDI cooperation under the Framework Programme and other reciprocal programmes, but enriched and facilitated policy dialogue, fostered innovation partnerships, and promoted greater coordination and synergy.
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June
2024
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International Congress Centre, Katowice,
ESOF2024 will be taking place from 12–15 June 2024 in Katowice, Poland with the theme "Life changes science". ESOF2024 is one of the most significant international conferences, having an impact […]
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December
2024
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The Science Forum South Africa 2024 will take place from 4 – 6 December at the CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria, South Africa. The theme for the Forum is Igniting Conversations About Science – People, Partnerships, […]
OVERVIEW
ESASTAP is a collaborative initiative between South Africa and the European Union. The programme’s main objective is to strengthen ties within the field of science, technology and innovation. Funding for projects, mainly sourced from both the Department of Science and Innovation of the Republic of South Africa and the European Commission.
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