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What is COST?

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COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) is a funding agency for research and innovation networks. Our Actions help connect research initiatives across Europe and enable scientists to grow their ideas by sharing them with their peers. This boosts their research, career and innovation.

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Simona von Eyb

WG 5: Urban Living Lab Heritage Cities
Director
World Heritage Office Bamberg, Germany
 

Simona von Eyb is the Director of the World Heritage Office in Bamberg, where she oversees the management of the UNESCO World Heritage property in close collaboration with a broad network of public and private stakeholders. Prior to this role, she worked extensively in higher education in China and Germany and contributed to international projects in Australia, North Africa and Europe. Her professional background includes cooperation with the UNESCO World Heritage Centre and engagement with World Heritage Sites worldwide. She has also served as an external evaluator for the European Union’s Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency within the Culture programme.

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