Specific research programme RTD: controlled thermonuclear fusion (1994-1998)

The purpose of this proposal for a decision is to establish a specific programme in research and training for the European Atomic Energy Community in the field of controlled thermonuclear fusion for the period 1994-1998. - Amount deemed necessary: ECU 794 million. - General objectives of the programme: in the long term, to jointly design safe, environmentally-friendly prototype reactors. The programme incorporates all activities undertaken in the Member States in the field of controlled thermonuclear fusion by magnetic confinement. - Scientific and technical activities: . "Next Step" activities; . JET joint enterprise; . improving concepts; . long-term technology. The programme will be implemented through shared cost actions within the framework of association contracts with the Member States or organisations in the Member States, the JET enterprise, the NET agreement and other contracts of limited duration. Provision is also made for concerted actions and accompanying measures relating to the evaluation of the programme, the dissemination of results and the training of researchers.�