- In the Vanguard of Research (PDF-681 KB)
- Statutes for the Research Council of Norway (PDF-36.5 KB)
The Research Council's vision and mandate
Underlying all the Research Council's activities is the viewpoint that research expands the boundaries of what we know, understand and can achieve. Research adds cultural resonance to society and creates a viable framework for welfare, value creation and sustainable development.
Through its efforts as an advisory body on research strategy issues, a research funding agency and initiator of meeting places and networks, the Research Council seeks to meet and constantly refine the objectives for Norwegian research policy.
Vision
In the Vanguard of Norwegian Research
Research generates greater insight, enhanced opportunity and innovative solutions. Research is a driving force behind the advancement of Norwegian society and is vital to promoting scientific and knowledge-related development. Research is in and of itself enriching and comprises an important part of Norwegian culture. At the same time it provides direct practical benefits and is a tool for satisfying society's need for concrete results.
By carrying out broad-based, high-quality research activities, Norway can contribute actively to the global pool of knowledge and gain access to the international knowledge community.
In keeping with its vision, the Research Council incorporates the widest possible range of motivations for research activity into its efforts, and its objectives, instruments and working methods are adapted accordingly.
Mandate and tasks
The Research Council is Norway's official body for the development and implementation of national research strategy. The Council is responsible for enhancing Norway's knowledge base and for promoting basic and applied research and innovation in order to help meet research needs within society. The Research Council also works actively to encourage international research cooperation.
Three central areas of focus
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The Research Council serves as an advisory body on research policy issues, identifies research needs and recommends national priorities.
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Through the establishment and implementation of targeted funding schemes the Research Council facilitates the translation of national research policy objectives into action.
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The Research Council serves as a meeting place for researchers, funders and users of research findings, as well as for the different sectors and subject fields that are affiliated with the world of research.
Five main goals
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Enhanced quality and capacity: The Research Council will work to enhance the capacity and quality of, and promote the diversity in, Norwegian research.
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Thematic priorities: The Research Council will work to strengthen research in areas of particular importance for research, trade and industry.
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Structure: The Research Council will promote constructive cooperation, distribution of responsibility and structures in the research system.
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Learning: The Research Council will help to translate research results into action.
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Organisation: The Research Council will work towards becoming an even more competent and strategic organisation.
- Published:
- 21.11.2007
- Last updated:
- 25.02.2011
