From basic research to application: Development of an implantable biosensor for the constant measurement of glucose levels in diabeticsIMBB-FORTH takes part in a new research project of the European Union (budget: €14 million) focused on the development of innovative solutions for diabetes management. Diabetes is now evolving into an epidemic, affecting 120 million people about 1 million of whom are Greek.

TWISTER Network: Broadband services for healthcare in rural regions, evaluation and perspectives TWISTER Network will hold a meeting on "Broadband services for healthcare in rural regions, evaluation and perspectives" in the Healthcare Centre of Haraka Asteroussion on November 8th, 2006

Memorandum of understanding between the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) and the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation (KOSEF).A Memorandum of Understanding was signed early this month between the Foundation for Research and Technology - Hellas (FORTH) and the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation (KOSEF), with a view to promoting joint research and technological activities in natural sciences and engineering. The memorandum was signed, on behalf of FORTH, by the Chairman of the BoD, Prof. Alkiviades C. Payatakes and on behalf of KOSEF by the Chairman of the Organisation, Prof. Oh-Kab Kwon.

FORTH in the 71st International Exposition of ThessalonikiThe Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH) will participate in the 71st Thessaloniki International Fair in cooperation with the General Secretariat for Research and Technology (GSRT). This year's theme is “Innovation”. The fair will be held September 8–17 2006.