In March 2021, through the PRIMA programme, MCST will be supporting various initiatives associated with the PRIMA Annual Workplan 2021. These include:

• PRIMA Section 1 and Section 2 calls
• PRIMA Proposal Writing Assistance Scheme
• MCST-TÜBİTAK 2021 Joint Call for R&I Proposals

The PRIMA programme aims to build research and innovation (R&I) capacities and to develop knowledge and common innovative solutions in the fields of water management, farming systems and agro-food value chains.

Preliminary information about the Section 1 and 2 calls can be found in the orientation paper for the Annual Work Plan 2021. This document was extensively discussed during the PRIMA InfoDay 2021 event, which can be viewed again by clicking here. More information can be found on the PRIMA website and on the MCST website shortly.

MCST- TÜBİTAK 2021 Joint Call for R&I Proposals

A joint virtual event will also be organised by MCST and TÜBİTAK on the 9th March 2021 (13:00 to 15:00 CET), to provide an overview on the bilateral initiative. Interested applicants are invited to register their interest to participate by clicking here. Further information will be provided soon on the MCST website and the MCST social media platforms.

Inquiries on the PRIMA Calls 2021 are to be received on prima.mcst@gov.mt