COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) 

is a European framework for scientific and technological cooperation. It is an intergovernmental programme that supports the creation of Europe-wide research networks. COST enables the coordination of nationally funded research and development at the European level.

Objective:
The main goal of the COST programme is to build research and innovation networks across various fields of science and technology.

Funding:
COST is financed through EU funds.

Members:
COST has 38 member countries and 1 cooperating member.

COST Actions:
The COST programme operates through so-called COST Actions, which are four-year networks that facilitate the exchange of ideas and collaboration among researchers from different countries.

Benefits:
COST helps researchers share their ideas, expand their networks, develop research initiatives, and advance their careers.