The SMN facilitates the research process by providing an open, neutral and professional discussion forum for researchers and other research process participants. The SMN tries to develop unbiased and strict discussion procedures. This promotes objectivity and a systematic approach, making the network credible, so that its recommendations will be taken seriously by governments, the corporate sector, and NGOs. The SMN consists of a number of Disciplinary and Theme Groups. The SMN Group Directory gives an up to date overview of the existing groups. Background information on the rationale behind the SMN is also available.
More detailed information on the following SMN Groups is available:
(SMN / 03-NOV-94)