Development Foundation of the Metsovion Interdisciplinary Research Center (M.I.R.C.) of the N.T.U.A.

The Foundation’s aim is the constant, systematic and integrated support of the operation and development of N.T.U.A. M.I.R.C. at the scientific, research, technical/technological, cultural, social and economic levels and creative co-operation with N.T.U.A. M.I.R.C. toward the accomplishment of M.I.R.C.’ s aims, i.e. the protection and development of mountainous environment and local European cultures.
The Foundation’s activities include interdisciplinary research and studies in the fields of development and environment and their multi-dimensional relations, interdependencies and interactions, as well as promotion and support, at all levels, of M.I.R.C.’ s initiatives and co-operations with N.T.U.A., the University of Ioannina, the Region of Epirus, Prefectures and local administration, the Municipality of Metsovo, scientific, social and cultural organisations and other related institutes, aiming at their substantial theoretical and practical contribution to the Integrated and Worth-living Development of mountainous areas in our country.