With focus on education and research
The Solberg government is referring to knowledge as “the new oil” for Norway. Focus is on the university and college sector as the key to the knowledge society. In January, the Minister of Education and Research, Torbjørn Røe Isaksen, presented 7 main points for how the government will proceed in its examination of the issue. The University and college sector will have both its funding and structure reviewed, and a course of action will be presented in a Government report in 2015. The government will also consider how changes in funding may strengthen both education and research, while also focusing on how scientific employees are looked after. A central point that was highlighted was the need for developing a strategy in order to motivate researchers to apply for EU funding. In addition, the government will look at recruitment, employment structure and career development. It is great that we have these floodlights shining upon us!
However, does K2 or MOF have a strategy for input to this important process? Here it is important to get involved. You can read more via this link.
Eva
