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The Geometric Calculus of Variations and its Applications (VARIOGEO)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Panel: Mathematical foundations
Countries involved: Germany
Call:  (ERC-2010-AdG_20100224, 2010)
Start date: 2011-04-01
End date: 2016-03-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1500000.0
EU funding (EUR): 1500000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The project is concerned with the geometric calculus of variations and its applications in a wide range of fields. I start with fundamental examples of variational problems from geometry and physics, the Bernstein problem for minimal submanifolds of Euclidean spaces, non-abelian Hodge theory as a harmonic map approach to representations of Kähler groups, and Dirac harmonic maps as a mathematical version of the nonlinear supersymmetric sigma model of quantum field theory. These examples will motivate a general regularity and rigidity theory in geometric analysis that will be based in a fundamental way on convexity properties. Convexity will then be linked to concepts of non-positive curvature in geometry, and it will lead me to a general theory of duality relations and convexity. That theory will encompass the formal structures of the new calculus of variations and statistical mechanics, information theory and statistics, and mathematical population genetics in biology. Also, the connection with symmetry principles as arising in high energy theoretical physics will be systematically explored. Further applications lie in material sciences, pattern recognition, and bioinformatics. The project will thus achieve a novel integration of different disciplines from mathematics and the natural sciences.

Keywords: harm. maps,min. surfaces,calculus of var.,information geometry,mathem. population genetics
POCS based Depth Super Resolution (POCS-DSR)

Framework: FP7 — People
Programme: Marie-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: International Re-integration Grants
Action type: Support for training and career development of researchers (Marie Curie)
Countries involved: Türkiye
Call:  (FP7-PEOPLE-2010-RG, 2010)
Start date: 2011-08-08
End date: 2015-08-07
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 100000.0
EU funding (EUR): 100000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The objective of this proposal is to increase the range resolution of time-of-flight (ToF) cameras by utilizing correlation among multi-frame data through projection onto convex sets (POCS) technique. Our work aims to produce a super-resolution depth map and reduce the depth error. A calibration based technique is proposed to form constraint sets that will compensate for spatially varying depth errors within the work volume. Our proposed framework incorporates adaptive kernels along with novel constraint sets to form high resolution depth maps. ToF cameras have the capability of producing real-time depth maps, reaching nearly up to 100fps. They are also compact in the sense that no moving gimbals or extra parts such as mirros and scanners are required for data acquisition. One of the application areas in which ToF cameras are used is 3D scene modeling which has matured to great extent during last decade. In addition to that, high-end automobile industry, production lines, and biomedical inspection are some of the areas in which range sensing is applied. The purpose of our proposal is to provide a way for ToF cameras to realize their potential for range sensing by increasing their depth resolution.

Keywords: technological sciences,super-resolution,depth map,time-of-flight cameras
The versatile metal-boron multiple bond: application of borylenes to metathesis, catalysis, and macromolecules (BORYLENEFUN)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Panel: Materials and Synthesis
Countries involved: Germany
Call:  (ERC-2010-AdG_20100224, 2010)
Start date: 2011-05-01
End date: 2016-04-30
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2496762.0
EU funding (EUR): 2496762.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Borylated molecules and polymers are of great interest due to their broad application in organic synthesis and materials science. The functionalisation of organic substrates with boryl groups R2B is based on classical synthetic methods e.g. hydro- and diboration of C-C multiple bonds. Likewise, borylenes B-R should be versatile reagents for corresponding functionalisations, however, the chemistry of such species remained unexplored due to their high instability. Pioneering work in our laboratories has proven that complexes of the type [LxM=B-R] not only stabilise elusive borylenes B-R in the coordination sphere of various transition metals but, more importantly, serve as unprecedented sources for these species under ambient conditions in condensed phase. Thus, the major objective of the current proposal is to establish novel reactivity patterns based on B-R fragments for the functionalisation of organometallic and organic substrates. Particular attention will be paid to the synthesis of novel molecular and polymeric species with significant potential as materials. Given the pronounced importance of boron containing species in organic synthesis, catalysis and materials science, the proposed project is expected to have a significant impact on these areas of applied molecular science. In addition, a wide range of fundamental aspects will be covered, targeting e.g. novel conjugated cyclic systems or molecules with unprecedented boron-element combinations. The following subjects will be pursued: 1)Cationic and anionic dimetalloborylenes as complementary building blocks in synthesis 2)Application of borylene metathesis in stoichiometric and catalytic transformations 3)Borylene transfer for organometallic synthesis and borylene based pi-conjugated materials
The Chemists Way of Making and Utilizing Perfect Graphenes (NANOGRAPH)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Panel: Materials and Synthesis
Countries involved: Germany
Call:  (ERC-2010-AdG_20100224, 2010)
Start date: 2011-02-01
End date: 2016-01-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2500000.0
EU funding (EUR): 2500000.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

Graphenes, single sheets of graphite, hold enormous promise as a material of the future, since their unique electronic properties might allow us to combine advantages of silicon and plastics. We propose a concept for the synthesis and processing of mono- and multilayered graphenes and of graphene nanoribbons (GNRs), which are strips of graphene exhibiting a high aspect ratio. The key idea is the dehydrogenation (and planarization) of precursor molecules made from twisted benzene rings. Size and shape of the final graphenes will be chemically determined by the precursors themselves, which can be synthesized with great perfection. This elegant level of structural control of graphenes and GNRs discriminates our approach against existing literature efforts. Defined edges of GNRs are essential for creating finite electronic band gaps, since pristine graphene is a semimetal and thus not suitable for most electronic and optoelectronic applications. Graphenes at a size of several hundred nm will be targeted in solution, but mainly after deposition and transformation of the precursor molecules on substrate surfaces. The consequence is that we will apply and combine organic polymer synthesis and processing with methods of surface physics to create a new materials science of graphenes. Further characteristics of the work will include in-situ monitoring of chemical processes by scanning probe methods and interfacing of as-formed graphenes for in-situ measurements of charge carrier mobility and spin transport. Applications will be demonstrated for the construction of batteries, fuel cells, field effect transistors, and sensors. What we expect as key achievements will be the delineation of reliable structure-property relationships and improved device performance of graphene materials.

Keywords: graphene,polymer electronic,molecular electronic
Attracting International Visiting Fellows to the Basque Country in any Research Field (SMARTFELLOWS)

Framework: FP7 — People
Programme: Marie-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Co-funding of regional, national and international programmes
Action type: Support for training and career development of researchers (Marie Curie)
Countries involved: Spain
Call:  (FP7-PEOPLE-2010-COFUND, 2010)
Start date: 2011-01-01
End date: 2014-12-31
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4821657.0
EU funding (EUR): 1928662.8
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The aim of this project is to reinforce the System of Science of the Basque Country, attracting excellence scientists from any country, in order to consolidate the Basque Region as a European Reference Point for excellence in research. Ikerbasque is a Foundation fostered by the Basque Government to strengthen the Basque Science System by means of attracting senior researchers. If the Basque Country Regional programme is supported by the correspondent Marie Curie Action the number of fellowships will be increased from 36 to 102. The Ikerbasque Fellowship 2011, the new call to be launched by Ikerbasque, will host incoming (non resident) experienced researchers who wish to spend a sabbatical period in one of the institutions of the Basque science system. The researchers must demonstrate their experience in at least one of the following research areas: Experimental Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics, Biophysics); Engineering and Technology (Chemical, Telecommunication, Civil, Industrial, Electrical Engineering); Life Sciences (Medicine); Social Sciences (Economics, Law, Social Psychology); Human Sciences (Psychology, Linguistics, History). As in previous years, the 2011 call has programmed a selection round for experienced researchers based on an open competition, with transparent international peer review and selection of candidates based on their scientific excellence. The selection process assures no discrimination of researchers for any reason. The selected researchers will have a temporary sabbatical-type one year contract with the freedom to implement their own research programme amongst a variety of universities, research centres and different laboratories that have an agreement with Ikerbasque. This research programme will fit his/her individual needs, providing the best conditions for his/her personal objectives and for the development of a valid research project. Special regard is given to working conditions and career development.

Keywords: health sciences,humanities,natural sciences,physical sciences,social sciences,technological sciences
AFR Postdoc (Luxembourg) (AFR-POSTDOC)

Framework: FP7 — People
Programme: Marie-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Co-funding of regional, national and international programmes
Action type: Support for training and career development of researchers (Marie Curie)
Countries involved: Luxembourg
Call:  (FP7-PEOPLE-2010-COFUND, 2010)
Start date: 2011-12-01
End date: 2015-11-30
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 10699862.0
EU funding (EUR): 4279944.8
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The AFR Scheme, managed by the National Research Fund Luxembourg (FNR), supports postdoctoral research training projects in Luxembourg and abroad for up to 2 years. Researchers are eligible up to 8 years after their PhD. Particular importance is given to the selection of high-quality proposals, through a transparent and independent peer review. The scheme has a bottom-up approach, allowing researchers to freely choose their projects and host institutions, without thematic limitations. Nevertheless, for projects outside Luxembourg, beneficiaries must have a strong personal link and/or collaboration with Luxembourg. AFR grants greatly contribute to the improvement of working conditions and career perspectives of researchers: work contracts between AFR beneficiaries and their host institutions are considered as standard, with full social security including pension rights. Also, transnational mobility is mandatory. The scheme promotes public-private partnerships as a complementary path with growing importance compared to the classic academic career. Additional training and networking activities, organised by the FNR, further contribute to improving research careers in Luxembourg. In a country the size of Luxembourg (+/-500,000 inhabitants; +/-1,000 public-sector researchers), the AFR scheme has an important structuring effect. The AFR scheme funds two types of mobility: 1) INCOMING: researchers from all nationalities doing a project in an eligible host institution in Luxembourg, and 2) OUTGOING: researchers from any nationality carrying out their project in a research institution outside Luxembourg, but who have a link with the country, either through their origin or through a collaboration with a Luxembourg institution. Since 2 March 2009, the AFR scheme has received support under the COFUND action, for a total of 148 fellowship-years selected under calls in 2009 and 2010. The present COFUND proposal requests the extension of the funding for four years, for an additional 83 fellows (166 fellowship-years) to be selected in calls organised between December 2011 and end 2013. Beyond increasing the visibility of the scheme, extending the COFUND support allows to allocate a higher number of grants and to improve the working conditions of the fellows through the granted support measures.

Keywords: health sciences,social sciences,natural sciences,physical sciences,technological sciences
Initiative for the MObility and deVElopment of researchers’careers (I-MOVE)

Framework: FP7 — People
Programme: Marie-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Co-funding of regional, national and international programmes
Action type: Support for training and career development of researchers (Marie Curie)
Countries involved: Italy
Call:  (FP7-PEOPLE-2010-COFUND, 2010)
Start date: 2012-02-01
End date: 2017-01-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 4210600.37
EU funding (EUR): 1684240.15
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

I-MOVE proposes to implement a new Fellowship Scheme targeting Experienced Researchers with the objective to promote incoming, outgoing and re-integration motility between European Member States on one site and all academic and Italian industrial research laboratories on the other side. The programme is aimed at promoting the development of international mobility in order to accelerate interaction between industry and the science-base in favour of competitiveness and innovation in a field that is anticipated to have a tremendous social and economic impact. Because of the multidisciplinary nature of the project, incoming and outgoing fellows will necessarily work together with colleagues having other expertises and knowledge thus contributing to create a community exchanging different experiences and expertise. The scale of the program reflects the need of the Regione Umbria to internationalize its fellowship program with the creation of a new scheme that offers researchers the opportunity to gather experience abroad and to be reintegrated into the national scientific community. The initiative will offer both long- and short-term fellowship to provide the flexibility to address scientific objectives of different complexity.

Keywords: molecular and cell biology,infectious diseases,system biology,bio-informatics,epidemiology,mobility,research innovation,nanotechnology
Green Nanotechnology for the Indoor Environment (GRINDOOR)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Panel: Materials and Synthesis
Countries involved: Sweden
Call:  (ERC-2010-AdG_20100224, 2010)
Start date: 2011-06-01
End date: 2016-05-31
Duration (months): 60.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2328726.0
EU funding (EUR): 2328726.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The GRINDOOR project aims at developing and implementing new materials that enable huge energy savings in buildings and improve the quality of the indoor environment. About 40% of the primary energy, and 70% of the electricity, is used in buildings, and therefore the outcome of this project can have an impact on the long-term energy demand in the EU and the World. It is a highly focused study on new nanomaterials based on some transition metal oxides, which are used for four interrelated applications related to indoor lighting and indoor air: (i) electrochromic coatings are integrated in devices and used in “smart windows” to regulate the inflow of visible light and solar energy in order to minimize air condition and create indoor comfort, (ii) thermochromic nanoparticulate coatings are used on windows to provide large temperature-dependent control of the inflow of infrared solar radiation (in stand-alone cases as well as in conjunction with electrochromics), (iii) oxide-based gas sensors are used to measure indoor air quality especially with regard to formaldehyde, and (iv) photocatalytic coatings are used for indoor air cleaning. The investigated materials have many things in common and a joint and focused study, such as the one proposed here, will generate important new knowledge that can be transferred between the various sub-projects. The new oxide materials are prepared by advanced reactive gas deposition—using unique equipment—and high-pressure reactive dc magnetron sputtering. The materials are characterized and investigated by a wide range of state-of-the-art techniques.

Keywords: energy efficency,built environment
DIAbetes Trans-national Research Advancement for INvestigators (DIATRAIN)

Framework: FP7 — People
Programme: Marie-Curie Actions
Theme: Marie Skłodowska-Curie
Destination: Co-funding of regional, national and international programmes
Action type: Support for training and career development of researchers (Marie Curie)
Countries involved: Spain
Call:  (FP7-PEOPLE-2010-COFUND, 2010)
Start date: 2011-09-04
End date: 2015-09-03
Duration (months): 48.0
Total project cost (EUR): 1107595.0
EU funding (EUR): 443038.0
Participants: 2
Project status: CLOSED

CIBERDEM, the Spanish Biomedical Research Centre in Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Disorders, launches its international mobility fellowship programme for experienced researchers: DIATRAIN. The DIAbetes Trans-national Research Advancement for INvestigators (DIATRAIN) is a new institutional mobility framework within CIBERDEM which aims to provide experienced researchers, including both CIBERDEM staff members and researchers working at foreign institutions, with unique career development opportunities. This will foster international research collaborations in the field of diabetes and associated metabolic diseases. Bringing together basic scientists and clinicians, CIBERDEM is a Spanish research consortium that seeks to promote quality research and to foster the transfer of knowledge and technology from research to healthcare practices. This translational research would be impossible on the local level but CIBERDEM provides an invaluable infrastructure in its researchers that makes such an approach possible on the national one. CIBERDEM is constituted by 32 Spanish research groups located at hospitals, universities and research institutes all over Spain. DIATRAIN is structured into two programmes:COMP-CIBERDEM Outgoing Mobility Programme (4 calls, with 3 awardees per call): CIBERDEM postdoctoral staff with a permanent position are eligible researchers; the fellowship duration is from 6 months to 1 year; the destination is any non-Spanish research organisation (EU and Third countries).CIMP-CIBERDEM Incoming Mobility Programme (2 calls, with 2 awardees): Any experienced researcher with a doctoral degree and working at a foreign research organisation for more than 24 months is an eligible researcher; 2 years is the fellowship duration; any CIBERDEM research group is the destination. DIATRAIN will offer the resources that fellows need to have a successful research experience abroad that will later serve as a tool for personal and professional enrichment.

Keywords: health sciences,incoming mobility,outgoing mobity,translational research,diabetes and associated metabolic disorders
The construction of Planet Earth (EARTHGROWTH)

Framework: FP7 — Ideas
Programme: European Research Council
Theme: European research council
Destination: Advanced grants
Action type: Support for frontier research (ERC)
Panel: Earth system science
Countries involved: United Kingdom
Call:  (ERC-2010-AdG_20100224, 2010)
Start date: 2011-04-01
End date: 2017-03-31
Duration (months): 72.0
Total project cost (EUR): 2498761.0
EU funding (EUR): 2498761.0
Participants: 1
Project status: CLOSED

The first 150 M.yrs of Earth evolution were the most dramatic in the history of the planet, setting the scene for the development of plate tectonics, the Earth’s magnetic field and the origin of life. By the end of this period Earth had separated into core, mantle, crust and atmosphere and the Moon had formed by, it is presumed, a giant impact near the end of accretion. The aim of this project is to quantify the processes by which, during Earth’s earliest evolution, the chemical elements were distributed into different geological reservoirs, to determine the timings and conditions under which this partitioning occurred and to determine how Earth’s interior reached its current composition and oxidation state. The principal method involves experiments at high temperatures (1400-3000K) and high pressures (0-25 GPa, equivalent to 0-700 km depth) in which the silicate materials of Earth’s mantle, crust and core are equilibrated with one another and with a gas phase under controlled conditions. Elements which constrain the major processes of growth and differentiation of the Earth are added to each experiment in trace concentrations similar to those found on Earth. After the experiment the products (typically 2-60 mgm) are sectioned and their chemical compositions determined by microanalysis. By varying the experimental conditions the dependence of the geochemical behaviour of the different elements on physical conditions such as pressure, temperature and oxidation state will be determined. These measurements of chemical fractionations between different phases are complemented by experimentally-measured isotopic fractionations between the same phases. These will enable us to interpret the observed isotopic differences between Earth and primitive planetary material (as represented by chondritic meteorites) in terms of the processes which formed our planet.

Keywords: earth accretion,high pressure experiments