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Laboratory wishing to improve their technical capabilities are encouraged to apply to the OPCW Secretariat for support. The programme is aimed at laboratories which may or may not be interested in seeking OPCW designation. It is also intended primarily for those laboratories which have adequate infrastructure and could benefit from an increased level of technical competence. Support may include any of the following: assistance in the establishment of an adequate quality assurance system and preparation of a quality manual; training of staff at leading laboratories in the field; internships at an advanced OPCW Laboratory; sponsorship for the participation of key staff in scientific seminars in relevant areas; and conduct of specialised seminars at these laboratories. A laboratory interested in availing such support is requested to submit a detailed application specifying the nature of the assistance required, to the International Cooperation Branch. The application should be recommended by the National Authority of the concerned Member State.
For any further information, please contact:
Ms Boitumelo Kgarebe
International Cooperation Branch
International Cooperation and Assistance Division
OPCW
Johan de Wittlaan 32
2517 JR The Hague
The Netherlands
Tel: + 31 – 70 – 416 3843
Fax: + 31 – 70 – 416 3279
Email: IntCoopBr@opcw.org