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The National Support Network for FP7 15 th January 2007

The National Support Network for FP7 15 th January 2007. Michael Refalo National FP7 NCP Coordinator. Outline. National Contact Points Role of MCST in FP7 Participation Process Malta’s participation in FP6. National Contact Points (NCPs).

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The National Support Network for FP7 15 th January 2007

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  1. The National Support Network for FP715th January 2007 Michael Refalo National FP7 NCP Coordinator

  2. Outline • National Contact Points • Role of MCST in FP7 • Participation Process • Malta’s participation in FP6

  3. National Contact Points (NCPs) • National Structures established and funded by Member States, Associated States and Third Countries. • A gateway to partners from other countries. • Provide support for preparing proposals and contracts. • Provide support during the project. • Advise national governments on FP7 issues.

  4. Role of MCST in FP7 • MCST is the NCP organisation in Malta for FP7. • MCST has appointed an NCP for every thematic and horizontal area in FP7. • Every local NCP is part of a NCP network at the European level.

  5. Role of MCST in FP7 • NCPs in Malta provide: • Dissemination of information on FP7 • Assistance and dissemination of partner search • Organisation of workshops and events on FP7 • Simplification of FP7 documents • One-to-one consultation • Identification of the area most suitable for your needs • Support in preparing the proposal • Support in negotiation and in project management • Sign posting to other agencies and programmes

  6. National FP7 websitewww.mcst.gov.mt/fp7 • Information on FP7 • Calls • Events (Local & International) • FP7 Documents • Publications • List of NCPs and contact details • Organisation Profiles • Project Ideas • Partner Search • Success Stories • Direct link with Cordis – www.cordis.europa.eu • Direct link with other FP7 initiatives

  7. ParticipationSupport in Proposal Submission Interest Guide for Proposers Guide for Evaluators Partner? Coordinator? Finance Legal IP SMEs Multinationals Networking Call for Proposals Proposal Preparation Researchers NGOs Public Entities Internal Enhancements & Services Submission DEADLINE

  8. ParticipationSupport in Proposal Review and Project Management Negotiation Agreement Review Reassess after results are out Signature Manage Start

  9. Tips towards a successful project • Think Strategic – Do not see it as a money making machine • Have a Cool, New and Innovative Idea • Have a Strong Profile • Be Realistic • Be Selective – do not shoot anything that moves • Be close to your business • Set SMART Objectives • Learn from Past Experiences especially others’ • Read ALL documents including guide for reviewers • Find the right project and right partner

  10. During the Project…. • Raise Issues early (IP, delivery, financial capability) • Progress to milestones • Track resources • Audits

  11. Finding the Right Partner • How ? • Networking • Be Proactive • Use resources (web, FP Projects…) • Refer to past Projects • Who ? • Established entities • Technical Skills • Coordination Skills • Project Management Skills

  12. Participation • Over 500 proposals • More than 100 projects • Nearly €10 million in funding • 127 different organisations involved, 55 of which SMEs.

  13. Thank You For Further Information Contact: Michael Refalo Malta Council for Science and Technology Villa Bighi, Bighi Kalkara, CSP12 Tel: (356) 2360 2122 Email: michael.refalo@mcst.org.mt Fax: (356) 2166 0341 Other useful Sites: FP7 Malta: http://www.mcst.gov.mt/fp7 FP7 General: http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/

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