Project

FUSENET: A European Fusion Education Network

Acronym
FUSENET
Code
41R06708
Duration
01 October 2008 → 30 September 2013
Funding
European funding: framework programme
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Applied mathematics in specific fields
    • Atomic and molecular physics
    • Classical physics
    • Physics of gases, plasmas and electric discharges
  • Engineering and technology
    • Other engineering and technology
Keywords
Nuclear Fusion Physics &Engineering education
 
Project description

The project aimed at better qualifications in fusion plasma physics and engineering, strengthening cooperation and integration with higher education communities providing master and PhD studies in subjects related to fusion science and engineering, strengthening connections with related fields, fostering international cooperation, and attracting more students to the programme.UGent led the development of a plan for a Fusion Technology textbook, and contributed to the development of practica,the review and coordination of existing summer schools, the determination of the required knowledge for Master & Doctoral students, and criteria for an EU certificate, and to the organization of student mobility.