01055761

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http://www.trb.org/Publications/Blurbs/159119.aspx

COST, which stands for cooperation in scientific and technological research, is an intergovernmental framework that has coordinated nationally funded research in Europe since 1971. Transport has been one of the major areas of research activity. In this article, the Chief Counselor and past Director of the Danish Road Institute reviews the goals, structure, governance, and procedures of COST, its recent reorganization, and its achievements in transportation research.

English

pp 8-16

2007-7

TR News

Print

Figures (3) ; Photos; References (3)

Cooperation; Intergovernmental partnerships; Research; Transportation

COST (COoperation in Science and Technology) Program

Europe

Administration and Management; Research; Transportation (General); I10: Economics and Administration

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

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