COST Action

Description of the programme / policy

COST provides networking opportunities for researchers and innovators in order to strengthen Europe’s capacity to address scientific, technological and societal challenges.

Main objective of the programme/policy

COST Actions help to advance knowledge and strengthen the research and development sector, by creating networking opportunities for researchers to meet and discuss ideas, complex problems can be addressed in a targeted way, across a large geographical area.

Specific objective of the programme/policy

1. Promoting and spreading excellence
2. Fostering interdisciplinary research for breakthrough science
3. Empowering and retaining young researchers and innovators