The objective of the Security Research Call is to develop technologies and knowledge to ensure the security of citizens - from threats such as terrorism and organised crime, natural disasters and industrial accidents - while respecting fundamental human rights including privacy; to ensure optimal and concerted use of available and evolving technologies; to stimulate the cooperation of providers and users for civil security solutions; to improve the competitiveness of the European security industry and to deliver mission-oriented results to reduce security gaps.
The 2007 Security Research Work Programme gives an emphasis on border security and the security of critical infrastructures and utilities. It includes six Activities: 1. Increasing the security of citizens, 2. Increasing the security of infrastructures and utilities, 3. Intelligent surveillance and enhancing border security, 4. Restoring security and safety in case of crisis, 5. Improving Security systems integration, interconnectivity and interoperability, 6. Security and society.
