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VSNU
Position papers explain the viewpoints of the VSNU on a variety of subjects related to its fields of activity. See below for an overview.
This position paper is the input of the VSNU to the midterm review of the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7). It identifies room for improvement with respect to transparent and suitable rules and regulations, financial regulations, procedures, and information and assistance.
Read moreIn its response to the consultation of the high level panel for the review of the European Research Council (ERC), the VSNU addresses the three key elements of the review.
Read moreIn its discussion of the future of the European Higher Education Area, the VSNU identifies a need for action in four areas: increase diversity, stimulate mobility and international education, invest in international reputation and increase transparency, and increase funding.
Read moreIn their contribution to the public consultation of the budget review, the Dutch knowledge institutions united in Neth-ER (Netherlands House for Education and Research), including the VSNU, argue that a shift towards competitiveness is needed in the face of the challenges identified by the communication "Reforming the budget, changing Europe".
Read moreIn their contribution to the ERA green paper consultation, VSNU, KNAW and NWO offer a number of suggestions concerning the action lines of the green paper.
Read moreThis paper describes the position of the VSNU towards the OECD report "Thematic Review of Tertiary Education in The Netherlands".
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