Growth in Action | Number 2 (April 2001)

Summary:

Growth in Action is the magazine of the Competitive and Sustainable Growth programme, one of the thematic programmes of the European Union's (EU) Fifth Framework Programme for research and technological development (FP5). It presents the tangible results of research projects and other activities funded by the Growth programme.

Table of Contents:

• Foreword
• Special dossier: Aeronautics Days 2001 and European aeronautics:
  • Aeronautics Days 2001 in Hamburg: a smashing success
  • Members of the 'Group of Personalities' speak
  • Aeronautics research and EU policy
• The Dunkirk steel conference:
  • Long-term benefits for consumers and the environment
• Nanotechnology: 'Small' science with a huge potential
• Selected Growth project profiles:
  • DONDODEM: Unique polymers hold the key to low-cost electro/optical devices
  • REDHOT: Electronic components stay cool when the going gets hot
  • SUPERCOLOR: Greener textiles through 'dry' dyeing
  • BUBBLES: Detecting air bubbles in ceramics production
  • UNISEL: Taking the lead in laser-sensing devices
  • Virtual institutes: The research infrastructure of the future
• Interview: Marie Curie Award recipient. Philippe Papin
• Growth agenda

• Primary Source