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Definition and objectives. Artistic research is research expressed in and based on creative activity, the aim of which is to create new knowledge, new forms of culture and new creative and research methods or techniques, and thereby contribute to the development of research fields, society and economy. The output of artistic research is a creative practice or work, a creative process (e.g., developments in technologies, materials, models, prototypes) or a product or service, and a (generally written) part that conveys and elucidates new knowledge created during the research, which together form an integral whole. Artistic research is multidisciplinary and may use methods from one or more creative disciplines, scientific disciplines or other fields, and create new creative techniques. The disciplines involved and their interrelationships shape the specifics and outcomes of artistic research. Artistic research can be done either individually or as group work. The methodology of artistic research is usually hybrid and is developed based on the research project and in dialogue with the research material and problem. Artistic research can use various empirical, experimental and other research tools and combine them with creative practice, but within a single research project the choice and use of methods must be reasoned and systematic. The objective of artistic research is to create and share new knowledge important for society and culture, to enrich culture with new forms and practices, and sustainable development of the living environment and products or services (including development of innovative technological solutions necessary for this purpose). Artistic research connects creative fields with wider societal processes and problems and takes a critical awareness regarding the role of creative activity around the world. Artistic research practice is also denoted by terms such as arts-related research, art- based research, creative practice research, creative arts practice as research, practice- based research, practice-led research, practice as research, research by practice, performative research, etc. They all have their own specific fields of meaning, but we will use “artistic research” as the umbrella term.
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Definition and objectives. The IPF will be tasked with having the mandate of securing agreement between the parties on changes required to promote the growth and viability of the industry as a key contributor to SA’s growth, investment and employment objectives. The purpose of the Forum shall be to provide leadership and to serve the common good of the Metal and Engineering Industry and all its stakeholders in the furtherance of the following key goals and objectives: ▪ Formulate an overall strategy aimed at securing the sustainability and growth of all industry stakeholders. ▪ Formulate an industry view on national industrial and trade strategy. ▪ Become a leading role-player in the national discourse on national economic policy. ▪ Promote international trade and provide assistance to neighbouring states as they develop their industrial policies. ▪ Develop employment retention and job creation programs. ▪ Facilitate the allocation of industry funds. ▪ Promote the well-being of all employees and employers in the industry. ▪ Implement programmes and strategies aimed at reducing the cost of living for employees, improving their standard of living and reducing the cost of business in the industry. ▪ Formulate strategies to secure the increased allocation of Merseta funds for skills training and bursaries and mechanisms to secure access to funds from national Skills Fund. ▪ Identify industry challenges and threats and devise appropriate strategies to positively address these. ▪ Any other jointly agreed objectives and strategies aimed at the common good of the industry and all its stakeholders.
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Definition and objectives. The “EU-China 2000 Scholarship Programme” is a co-operation programme between the European Union and the People’s Republic of China. The core of the EU programme is a package of 2000 fellowships for Chinese students, researchers and academics, to follow higher education courses or to do research in European universities/research institutions. The project will be complemented by a series of seminars, an Alumni association and support for publications and information activities. The programme will run for five years (2000-2005). The long-term objectives of the programme are: • Improve mutual understanding between the European and the Chinese societies, as a key pillar in the strengthening of economic co-operation • Help the development of the human resources in China • Establish links between European and Chinese research institutions to improve scientific and technological development and co-operation.
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Definition and objectives. The IPF will be tasked with having the mandate of securing agreement between the parties on changes required to promote the growth and viability of the industry as a key contributor to SA‘s growth, investment and employment objectives. The purpose of the Forum shall be to provide leadership and to serve the common good of the Metal and Engineering Industry and all its stakeholders in the furtherance of the following key goals and objectives:  Formulate an overall strategy aimed at securing the sustainability and growth of all industry stakeholders.  Formulate an industry view on national industrial and trade strategy.  Become a leading role-player in the national discourse on national economic policy.  Promote international trade and provide assistance to neighbouring states as they develop their industrial policies.  Develop employment retention and job creation programs.  Facilitate the allocation of industry funds.  Promote the well-being of all employees and employers in the industry.  Implement programmes and strategies aimed at reducing the cost of living for employees, improving their standard of living and reducing the cost of business in the industry.  Formulate strategies to secure the increased allocation of Merseta funds for skills training and bursaries and mechanisms to secure access to funds from national Skills Fund.  Identify industry challenges and threats and devise appropriate strategies to positively address these.  Any other jointly agreed objectives and strategies aimed at the common good of the industry and al its stakeholders.
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  • Principles and Objectives 9.1.1 This Article recognizes and reflects the following principles:

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  • Goals and Objectives The Parties acknowledge and agree that the specific goals and objectives of the Parties in entering into this Agreement are to:

  • Aims and Objectives 1.9.1 The aims and objectives of this Agreement are to:

  • IRO Independence and Objectivity The IRO must perform the Claims Review in a professionally independent and objective fashion, as defined in the most recent Government Auditing Standards issued by the United States Government Accountability Office.

  • Independence and Objectivity Certification Prior to performing the first Quarterly Claims Review, and annually thereafter, the IRO shall submit to Practitioner a certification that the IRO has (a) evaluated its professional independence and objectivity with respect to the reviews required under this Section III.C and (b) concluded that it is, in fact, independent and objective, in accordance with the requirements specified in Appendix A to this IA. The IRO’s certification shall include a summary of all current and prior engagements between Practitioner and the IRO.

  • Specific Objectives In accordance with Articles 34 and 35 of the Cotonou Agreement, the specific objectives of this Agreement are to:

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