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Dear CORDIS User
SME TechWeb - a new website for small and medium-sized companies
We want to let you know about a new, exciting and easy-to-use Internet
product which offers a single point of contact for on-line information and
advice about EU research for SMEs.
The SME TechWeb is a direct replacement for the previous CORDIS SME
website and will be up and running from 30 October at the following CORDIS
address: http://www.cordis.lu/sme/
It complements the existing range of information products aimed at SMEs
(companies with fewer than 250 employees) and will be especially useful to
those who want to innovate and forge international research links.
SME TechWeb provides information on the Specific Measures for SMEs of
the Fifth Framework Programme. This site offers a clear, user-friendly design
and structure with content that is written in a straightforward way to help
busy SME owner/managers get the most from EU research. It will guide SMEs
through all the steps of a research project, from initial identification of
needs to the commercial exploitation of results.
Content-wise, the Special Measures on offer to SMEs are clearly
explained, and all the necessary forms and guidance notes needed to submit a
research proposal are there, along with a database offering examples of
successful projects. There is also a glossary of terms to help newcomers understand
EU research. An advanced search facility will make it easy for users to find
what they need - from inspiring success stories to details of exploratory
awards and Economic and Technological Intelligence actions.
SME TechWeb will be updated regularly to provide the latest news of
events, calls, and regulatory developments. There are also links to other
on-line sources of advice and information that are relevant to
technology-oriented SMEs.
Best regards
The CORDIS team
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