The objective of EIT ICT Labs in the area of research is to generate know­ledge that leads to new innovative products, services, and to the generation of patents by applying a number of Research Catalysts to the Action Lines.

The research catalysts are:

• a mo­bility program to allow researchers and engineers to participate in co-located research activities
• networking such as the organization of thematic workshops and meetings
• access to the state-of-the art Test beds and Experience and Living Labs.