Our industries are not using knowledge from our universities/PRIs. How do we reposition the PRIs to deliver technological solutions required by the industry and what is the framework for achieving this?
The document discusses lessons that can be learned from the life sciences innovation system and applied to energy innovation based on differences in the two sectors' experiences with federal funding and priorities. It outlines six key lessons: 1) innovation requires slow and steady funding over decades; 2) a bottom-up research agenda directed funding better than top-down priorities; 3) intense competition drove innovation; 4) transparency and openness advanced cumulative progress; 5) rewarding innovators supported progress; and 6) diversity, adaptation, and organizational experimentation strengthened the system. Overall, the life sciences experience highlights the importance of sustained, diverse public investments to address complex challenges like climate change through incremental technological advances.
The document discusses features of Canada's innovation system, noting that it allocates nearly 2% of GDP to research and development and has a highly educated population. It outlines various government initiatives and institutions that support research and innovation across provinces like Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Challenges include capturing more value from technologies developed in Canada and improving technology absorption by Canadian businesses.
The document discusses technological clusters as a model for innovation and development. It provides an example of the Ryerson Institute for Aerospace Design and Innovation (RIADI), a partnership between Ryerson University and the Canadian aerospace industry. Through RIADI, undergraduate and graduate students work on real industry projects, gaining experience that prepares them for careers in aerospace engineering. In its first two years, RIADI supported 22 projects involving 22 students, with support from industry partners like Pratt & Whitney and Bombardier. These partnerships allow universities to better serve their communities while providing opportunities for industry, students, and faculty.
The document discusses why European research and education policies should include open access. It argues that open access maximizes access to and impact of scientific research, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth. Open access improves research quality and enables knowledge sharing, international collaboration, and the fulfillment of institutions' goals to disseminate and advance knowledge. The European Union supports open access through various policies and projects aimed at creating a European Research Area with free circulation of knowledge.
The document discusses the benefits of partnerships between universities and industry, specifically in applied geophysics. It uses the CREWES Project consortium between the University of Calgary and industry partners as an example. The CREWES Project's goals are to improve subsurface imaging for resource discovery and environmental applications while also educating students. For a consortium to be successful, it requires advantages like proximity to industry, ongoing demand for its work, and a track record of productivity. Effective consortiums can provide well-educated graduates, economically useful research outputs, and scientific achievements by leveraging the complementary strengths of universities and industry.
The document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the European Union's research and innovation programme for 2014-2020. Key points include:
- It has a budget of over €70 billion, a 25% increase from the previous 2007-2013 period.
- It aims to boost jobs and growth by supporting research, innovation and addressing societal challenges.
- It simplifies funding with single rules, faster grants, and less auditing.
- Funding is organized around three priorities: excellent science, industrial leadership, and societal challenges like health, energy, transport and climate.
- It emphasizes challenge-based and cross-disciplinary research with participation from SMEs.
- Horizon 2020 aims to strengthen the
The document discusses lessons that can be learned from the life sciences innovation system and applied to energy innovation based on differences in the two sectors' experiences with federal funding and priorities. It outlines six key lessons: 1) innovation requires slow and steady funding over decades; 2) a bottom-up research agenda directed funding better than top-down priorities; 3) intense competition drove innovation; 4) transparency and openness advanced cumulative progress; 5) rewarding innovators supported progress; and 6) diversity, adaptation, and organizational experimentation strengthened the system. Overall, the life sciences experience highlights the importance of sustained, diverse public investments to address complex challenges like climate change through incremental technological advances.
The document discusses features of Canada's innovation system, noting that it allocates nearly 2% of GDP to research and development and has a highly educated population. It outlines various government initiatives and institutions that support research and innovation across provinces like Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. Challenges include capturing more value from technologies developed in Canada and improving technology absorption by Canadian businesses.
The document discusses technological clusters as a model for innovation and development. It provides an example of the Ryerson Institute for Aerospace Design and Innovation (RIADI), a partnership between Ryerson University and the Canadian aerospace industry. Through RIADI, undergraduate and graduate students work on real industry projects, gaining experience that prepares them for careers in aerospace engineering. In its first two years, RIADI supported 22 projects involving 22 students, with support from industry partners like Pratt & Whitney and Bombardier. These partnerships allow universities to better serve their communities while providing opportunities for industry, students, and faculty.
The document discusses why European research and education policies should include open access. It argues that open access maximizes access to and impact of scientific research, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth. Open access improves research quality and enables knowledge sharing, international collaboration, and the fulfillment of institutions' goals to disseminate and advance knowledge. The European Union supports open access through various policies and projects aimed at creating a European Research Area with free circulation of knowledge.
The document discusses the benefits of partnerships between universities and industry, specifically in applied geophysics. It uses the CREWES Project consortium between the University of Calgary and industry partners as an example. The CREWES Project's goals are to improve subsurface imaging for resource discovery and environmental applications while also educating students. For a consortium to be successful, it requires advantages like proximity to industry, ongoing demand for its work, and a track record of productivity. Effective consortiums can provide well-educated graduates, economically useful research outputs, and scientific achievements by leveraging the complementary strengths of universities and industry.
The document provides an overview of Horizon 2020, the European Union's research and innovation programme for 2014-2020. Key points include:
- It has a budget of over €70 billion, a 25% increase from the previous 2007-2013 period.
- It aims to boost jobs and growth by supporting research, innovation and addressing societal challenges.
- It simplifies funding with single rules, faster grants, and less auditing.
- Funding is organized around three priorities: excellent science, industrial leadership, and societal challenges like health, energy, transport and climate.
- It emphasizes challenge-based and cross-disciplinary research with participation from SMEs.
- Horizon 2020 aims to strengthen the
Este documento fornece três regras para etiqueta na internet: 1) nunca mencionar informações pessoais sensíveis online, 2) não insultar ou ameaçar outros usuários, e 3) seja sincero ao encerrar uma conversa para não ofender o outro usuário.
Bryan Goerger has extensive experience in global market development, commercial strategy, marketing, and leadership. He has delivered strategic impact through launching innovative new products like Fortium ICF concrete, which reduces materials and time for building vertical walls while providing long-term savings. Goerger also led significant strategic initiatives and successfully integrated major acquisitions internationally.
This document discusses the effectiveness of defined contribution plan investment structures and how plan design impacts participant outcomes. It provides examples of how automatically enrolling participants at higher rates and automatically escalating contributions over time can help participants reach their retirement savings goals with adequate replacement income. The summary also discusses how simplifying investment options and offering managed accounts can improve participant decision making by reducing choice overload and naïve diversification. The key message is that a plan's investment structure and participant behaviors strongly influence retirement readiness, so plan sponsors should tailor the structure based on their specific participants.
In this quarter’s Ask The Experts, we feature Mercer Investment experts Nick Sykes, Matthew Demwell, and Jelle Beenen.
Fiona Webster asked our experts for their perspectives on issues raised at Mercer’s UK Investments Roadshows, held in January and February.
This document discusses whether ethics can be taught. It provides an overview of ethics and examines philosophers' and Islam's views on teaching ethics. According to the document, many philosophers believe ethics can be taught, especially in childhood and young adulthood, through formal education and deliberate educational efforts. However, it may be difficult to change habits and values later in life. Islam also emphasizes the importance of teaching ethics from a young age based on principles introduced by the Prophet Muhammad.
The document discusses ways for individuals to save energy. It suggests changing travel behaviors to use public transportation, walking, or biking when possible. At home, it recommends reducing the thermostat by 1 degree Celsius, keeping windows closed while heating, using energy-saving light bulbs, and unplugging appliances when not in use. Additional tips include using a microwave instead of the stove, reusing plastic bags, and using rechargeable batteries. Implementing these small changes can help save money while preserving natural resources and making them last longer.
Este documento presenta la información sobre el curso escolar 2016/17 en El Enebral. Detalla el profesorado, las normas generales, hábitos de estudio recomendados, criterios de evaluación, libros sugeridos, actividades complementarias, exámenes de Cambridge, opciones para el instituto, el programa de ciencias y el uso de la agenda escolar.
El documento trata sobre la tutela judicial efectiva como base de la seguridad jurídica. Explica que la tutela judicial efectiva garantiza el acceso a la jurisdicción, el respeto al debido proceso y el acceso al cumplimiento de sentencias. También establece límites como la ley previa, la irretroactividad de la ley penal, los jueces naturales y la prohibición de ser obligado a declarar contra sí mismo.
Tesis violación sexual de menor de catorce años de edadosinariss
Las resoluciones emitidas por los magistrados cumplen o con con los estandares de calidad suficiente... segun los parametros (Normativos, Doctrinarios y Jurisprudenciales) diseñados por la Universidad Catolica Los Angeles de Chimbote, asimismo por el PCNM N° 120-2014-PCNM y N° 089-2014-PCNM.
SkopjeTechMeetup is an initiative by Tricode for supporting and strengthening the Macedonian IT community. The meetups have the goal of establishing a networking platform for the IT crowd where they can share their know-how, best practices, as well as mutual inspiration.
The 6th STM installment took place at Piazza Liberta, Skopje last Thursday, the 29th of September. This meetup hosted 3 seasoned speakers, each accomplished in their own way.
Here's the presentation of Ermal Sadiku.
In a world where society is moved by science and technology more than anything, scientists and engineers have the power to change the world for better or worse. How should we look at and understand this in order to make the right choices?
Presunción de inocencia como principio constitucional.Kevin Cabezas Paez
Este artículo discute la presunción de inocencia como un principio constitucional absoluto. Argumenta que la presunción de inocencia solo puede romperse mediante una sentencia condenatoria o la auto incriminación del acusado, y no debe estar sujeta a ponderación frente a otros derechos. Sin embargo, las medidas de aseguramiento privativas de la libertad continúan siendo válidas a pesar de que contradicen este principio absoluto. El autor intenta evidenciar las falacias de la Corte Constitucional al avalar estas medidas y propone terminar
El documento presenta el Plan Nacional para el Buen Vivir 2013-2017 de Ecuador. Establece 12 objetivos nacionales organizados en 3 ejes: 1) Consolidar el Estado democrático y la construcción del poder popular, 2) Planificar con enfoque de derechos para el Buen Vivir, y 3) Transitar del país producto a la sociedad socialista del conocimiento. Cada objetivo incluye políticas, lineamientos estratégicos y metas relacionadas a mejorar la calidad de vida de la población a través de la inclusión, equidad, salud
EJERCICIO RESUELTO DE SISTEMA DE ÓRDENES DE PRODUCCIÓN WILSON VELASTEGUI
Este documento describe el sistema de órdenes de producción de una empresa de impresión con un solo departamento. Incluye (1) datos para presupuestar los costos indirectos de fabricación, (2) transacciones realizadas durante el primer semestre, como compras de materiales, producción de órdenes y pagos, y (3) objetivos del ejercicio como presupuestar, calcular tasas y preparar estados financieros.
The document discusses innovation in universities. It notes that universities generate new knowledge through research and development activities. However, most Philippine universities face challenges in meaningful research due to lack of resources. While university research alone rarely results in marketable products, combining efforts with industry can generate innovation. The establishment of Innovation & Technology Support Offices (ITSOs) in universities by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines helps build innovation capacity. ITSOs assist with patent searches, drafting, and prosecution. Knowledge and Technology Transfer Offices (KTTOs) further facilitate interaction between universities and private industry. Together, ITSOs and KTTOs help create an efficient innovation ecosystem in universities.
The importance of research chairs in the changing context in STI: A presentation delivered by Dr. Maurice Bolo Director, the Scinnovent Centre and Dr. Ellie Osir, senior program officer, IDRC Nairobi Office
Research and Innovation at the University of Patras: The case of Innovation a...Nikolaos Avouris
The document summarizes research and innovation activities at the University of Patras in Greece. It discusses the university's history and research performance, the work of the Innovation & Technology Transfer Office (ITTO) to link research results with industry, and recommendations to strengthen technology transfer. The ITTO works to identify funding opportunities, support patents and spin-offs, network researchers, and disseminate research, but it is limited by small staff and resources as well as the regional environment.
Enhancing commercialization of research from universities and public research...The Scinnovent Centre
This document discusses enhancing the commercialization of research from universities and public research institutes. It presents different technology policy paradigms and situates the discussion within the cooperative technology paradigm. This paradigm emphasizes cooperation between industry, government, and universities/PRIs in technology development. However, evidence from Kenya does not support this paradigm, as industry performs much more innovation than universities/PRIs. This implies the need to rethink the policy approach and incentives for universities/PRIs and private sector to better fit the paradigm. The document proposes various changes to the innovation policy environment, approaches, organizations, and individuals to reposition universities/PRIs.
Emerging technology innovation systems: key considerations for policy making ...costi2014
This document outlines key considerations for policymaking and strategy development regarding emerging technologies. It discusses factors that influence high-tech innovation systems like limited commercial experience and access to venture capital. It also describes four paths of emerging technology innovation systems: science and technology push, entrepreneurial, system building, and market motors. The document then provides examples of country experiences with emerging technologies strategies, like Germany's focus on priority technologies and the UK's investments in seven high-potential technologies.
The document discusses Vietnam's innovation system and proposes moving toward a product-based innovation ecosystem approach. It summarizes the current structure of Vietnam's R&D system and challenges. Specifically, it notes that R&D activities are conducted mostly in government research institutes and universities lack resources for significant R&D. The document also analyzes innovation functions and actors in the tea, fruit/vegetable, and shrimp sectors. It finds issues like limited R&D/training facilities, financial resources, and policy environment. The document proposes examining innovation at the product level using a "product-based innovation ecosystem" framework to better address institutional issues and differences between sectors.
The document discusses the European Union's Digital Agenda and priorities around supporting innovation through smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. It outlines seven action areas and over 100 initiatives aimed at developing an digital single market, enhancing trust and security, boosting research and innovation, improving digital skills, and expanding broadband internet access. A key focus is stimulating user-driven open innovation through living labs and public-private-civic partnerships.
Welcome Speech At The Libsense Regional Open Science Policy Development WorkshopElvis Muyanja
The document discusses strengthening research in African universities. It recommends:
1) Developing regional research centers of excellence and declaring national centers in key disciplines.
2) Requiring research experience and outputs like publications and grants for promotion to positions like senior lecturer, associate professor and professor.
3) Universities should focus on select disciplines, decrease undergraduate enrollment, and establish research institutes to free up academics for research.
Este documento fornece três regras para etiqueta na internet: 1) nunca mencionar informações pessoais sensíveis online, 2) não insultar ou ameaçar outros usuários, e 3) seja sincero ao encerrar uma conversa para não ofender o outro usuário.
Bryan Goerger has extensive experience in global market development, commercial strategy, marketing, and leadership. He has delivered strategic impact through launching innovative new products like Fortium ICF concrete, which reduces materials and time for building vertical walls while providing long-term savings. Goerger also led significant strategic initiatives and successfully integrated major acquisitions internationally.
This document discusses the effectiveness of defined contribution plan investment structures and how plan design impacts participant outcomes. It provides examples of how automatically enrolling participants at higher rates and automatically escalating contributions over time can help participants reach their retirement savings goals with adequate replacement income. The summary also discusses how simplifying investment options and offering managed accounts can improve participant decision making by reducing choice overload and naïve diversification. The key message is that a plan's investment structure and participant behaviors strongly influence retirement readiness, so plan sponsors should tailor the structure based on their specific participants.
In this quarter’s Ask The Experts, we feature Mercer Investment experts Nick Sykes, Matthew Demwell, and Jelle Beenen.
Fiona Webster asked our experts for their perspectives on issues raised at Mercer’s UK Investments Roadshows, held in January and February.
This document discusses whether ethics can be taught. It provides an overview of ethics and examines philosophers' and Islam's views on teaching ethics. According to the document, many philosophers believe ethics can be taught, especially in childhood and young adulthood, through formal education and deliberate educational efforts. However, it may be difficult to change habits and values later in life. Islam also emphasizes the importance of teaching ethics from a young age based on principles introduced by the Prophet Muhammad.
The document discusses ways for individuals to save energy. It suggests changing travel behaviors to use public transportation, walking, or biking when possible. At home, it recommends reducing the thermostat by 1 degree Celsius, keeping windows closed while heating, using energy-saving light bulbs, and unplugging appliances when not in use. Additional tips include using a microwave instead of the stove, reusing plastic bags, and using rechargeable batteries. Implementing these small changes can help save money while preserving natural resources and making them last longer.
Este documento presenta la información sobre el curso escolar 2016/17 en El Enebral. Detalla el profesorado, las normas generales, hábitos de estudio recomendados, criterios de evaluación, libros sugeridos, actividades complementarias, exámenes de Cambridge, opciones para el instituto, el programa de ciencias y el uso de la agenda escolar.
El documento trata sobre la tutela judicial efectiva como base de la seguridad jurídica. Explica que la tutela judicial efectiva garantiza el acceso a la jurisdicción, el respeto al debido proceso y el acceso al cumplimiento de sentencias. También establece límites como la ley previa, la irretroactividad de la ley penal, los jueces naturales y la prohibición de ser obligado a declarar contra sí mismo.
Tesis violación sexual de menor de catorce años de edadosinariss
Las resoluciones emitidas por los magistrados cumplen o con con los estandares de calidad suficiente... segun los parametros (Normativos, Doctrinarios y Jurisprudenciales) diseñados por la Universidad Catolica Los Angeles de Chimbote, asimismo por el PCNM N° 120-2014-PCNM y N° 089-2014-PCNM.
SkopjeTechMeetup is an initiative by Tricode for supporting and strengthening the Macedonian IT community. The meetups have the goal of establishing a networking platform for the IT crowd where they can share their know-how, best practices, as well as mutual inspiration.
The 6th STM installment took place at Piazza Liberta, Skopje last Thursday, the 29th of September. This meetup hosted 3 seasoned speakers, each accomplished in their own way.
Here's the presentation of Ermal Sadiku.
In a world where society is moved by science and technology more than anything, scientists and engineers have the power to change the world for better or worse. How should we look at and understand this in order to make the right choices?
Presunción de inocencia como principio constitucional.Kevin Cabezas Paez
Este artículo discute la presunción de inocencia como un principio constitucional absoluto. Argumenta que la presunción de inocencia solo puede romperse mediante una sentencia condenatoria o la auto incriminación del acusado, y no debe estar sujeta a ponderación frente a otros derechos. Sin embargo, las medidas de aseguramiento privativas de la libertad continúan siendo válidas a pesar de que contradicen este principio absoluto. El autor intenta evidenciar las falacias de la Corte Constitucional al avalar estas medidas y propone terminar
El documento presenta el Plan Nacional para el Buen Vivir 2013-2017 de Ecuador. Establece 12 objetivos nacionales organizados en 3 ejes: 1) Consolidar el Estado democrático y la construcción del poder popular, 2) Planificar con enfoque de derechos para el Buen Vivir, y 3) Transitar del país producto a la sociedad socialista del conocimiento. Cada objetivo incluye políticas, lineamientos estratégicos y metas relacionadas a mejorar la calidad de vida de la población a través de la inclusión, equidad, salud
EJERCICIO RESUELTO DE SISTEMA DE ÓRDENES DE PRODUCCIÓN WILSON VELASTEGUI
Este documento describe el sistema de órdenes de producción de una empresa de impresión con un solo departamento. Incluye (1) datos para presupuestar los costos indirectos de fabricación, (2) transacciones realizadas durante el primer semestre, como compras de materiales, producción de órdenes y pagos, y (3) objetivos del ejercicio como presupuestar, calcular tasas y preparar estados financieros.
The document discusses innovation in universities. It notes that universities generate new knowledge through research and development activities. However, most Philippine universities face challenges in meaningful research due to lack of resources. While university research alone rarely results in marketable products, combining efforts with industry can generate innovation. The establishment of Innovation & Technology Support Offices (ITSOs) in universities by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines helps build innovation capacity. ITSOs assist with patent searches, drafting, and prosecution. Knowledge and Technology Transfer Offices (KTTOs) further facilitate interaction between universities and private industry. Together, ITSOs and KTTOs help create an efficient innovation ecosystem in universities.
The importance of research chairs in the changing context in STI: A presentation delivered by Dr. Maurice Bolo Director, the Scinnovent Centre and Dr. Ellie Osir, senior program officer, IDRC Nairobi Office
Research and Innovation at the University of Patras: The case of Innovation a...Nikolaos Avouris
The document summarizes research and innovation activities at the University of Patras in Greece. It discusses the university's history and research performance, the work of the Innovation & Technology Transfer Office (ITTO) to link research results with industry, and recommendations to strengthen technology transfer. The ITTO works to identify funding opportunities, support patents and spin-offs, network researchers, and disseminate research, but it is limited by small staff and resources as well as the regional environment.
Enhancing commercialization of research from universities and public research...The Scinnovent Centre
This document discusses enhancing the commercialization of research from universities and public research institutes. It presents different technology policy paradigms and situates the discussion within the cooperative technology paradigm. This paradigm emphasizes cooperation between industry, government, and universities/PRIs in technology development. However, evidence from Kenya does not support this paradigm, as industry performs much more innovation than universities/PRIs. This implies the need to rethink the policy approach and incentives for universities/PRIs and private sector to better fit the paradigm. The document proposes various changes to the innovation policy environment, approaches, organizations, and individuals to reposition universities/PRIs.
Emerging technology innovation systems: key considerations for policy making ...costi2014
This document outlines key considerations for policymaking and strategy development regarding emerging technologies. It discusses factors that influence high-tech innovation systems like limited commercial experience and access to venture capital. It also describes four paths of emerging technology innovation systems: science and technology push, entrepreneurial, system building, and market motors. The document then provides examples of country experiences with emerging technologies strategies, like Germany's focus on priority technologies and the UK's investments in seven high-potential technologies.
The document discusses Vietnam's innovation system and proposes moving toward a product-based innovation ecosystem approach. It summarizes the current structure of Vietnam's R&D system and challenges. Specifically, it notes that R&D activities are conducted mostly in government research institutes and universities lack resources for significant R&D. The document also analyzes innovation functions and actors in the tea, fruit/vegetable, and shrimp sectors. It finds issues like limited R&D/training facilities, financial resources, and policy environment. The document proposes examining innovation at the product level using a "product-based innovation ecosystem" framework to better address institutional issues and differences between sectors.
The document discusses the European Union's Digital Agenda and priorities around supporting innovation through smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. It outlines seven action areas and over 100 initiatives aimed at developing an digital single market, enhancing trust and security, boosting research and innovation, improving digital skills, and expanding broadband internet access. A key focus is stimulating user-driven open innovation through living labs and public-private-civic partnerships.
Welcome Speech At The Libsense Regional Open Science Policy Development WorkshopElvis Muyanja
The document discusses strengthening research in African universities. It recommends:
1) Developing regional research centers of excellence and declaring national centers in key disciplines.
2) Requiring research experience and outputs like publications and grants for promotion to positions like senior lecturer, associate professor and professor.
3) Universities should focus on select disciplines, decrease undergraduate enrollment, and establish research institutes to free up academics for research.
This document discusses trends in commercializing public research. It begins by noting that commercializing public research is important for economic growth but challenging due to differences between public research and business. It then provides an overview of knowledge transfer and commercialization systems, and summarizes data on invention disclosures, university patenting, and public research institution patenting which show some leveling off in commercialization outputs in recent years. The document then examines trends in strategies and policies for commercialization, including legislative reforms, supporting entrepreneurial ideas, incentives for collaboration, the role of technology transfer offices, and collaborative intellectual property tools.
4th International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG)Global R & D Services
Conference Name: 4th International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG), 21-22 July 2016, Kuala Lumpur
Conference Dates: 21-22 July, 2016
Conference Venue: Rumah Kelab PAUM Clubhouse (Persatuan Alumni Universiti Malaya), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: July 18, 2016
Contact E-Mail ID: info@wasrti.org
Conference Convener: Dr Vivian L
Languages: English, Chinese, Arabic, Thai, Persian
4th International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG)Global R & D Services
Conference Name: 4th International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG), 21-22 July 2016, Kuala Lumpur
Conference Dates: 21-22 July, 2016
Conference Venue: Rumah Kelab PAUM Clubhouse (Persatuan Alumni Universiti Malaya), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: July 18, 2016
Contact E-Mail ID: info@wasrti.org
Conference Convener: Dr Vivian L
Languages: English, Chinese, Arabic, Thai, Persian
http://wasrti.org/4th-international-conference-on-envirotech-cleantech-and-greentech-ecg-21-22-july-2016-kuala-lumpur-about-28
VTT has undertaken an international study on the impact of its operations. As a result of this research, it was confirmed that VTT exerts a pivotal role as a promoter of the competitive ability of Finnish business enterprises and as a creator of well-being. VTT’s expertise is involved in every third Finnish innovation.
According to this new report, VTT is the most important R&D partner amongst public research organizations for Finnish enterprises. VTT’s role is emphasized particularly in innovations based on companies’ core technologies. According to the SFINNO database of Finnish technological innovations, no fewer than 43% of them contain VTT know-how. The research shows that cooperation with VTT also facilitates the entry of Finnish business enterprises and innovations into international markets. This trend has increased in vigour especially in recent years.
Horizon 2020 - Oportunidades entre UE y LAC. Octubre 2017Elan Network
Taller: Formación Programa Horizonte 2020.
Objetivos:
• Explicar los alcances y oportunidades de desarrollo de proyectos
conjuntos.
• Presentar las mejores prácticas para la participación en el Programa
Horizonte 2020
• Casos de éxito
The Philippine Council for Industry and Energy Research and Development (PCIERD) is a sectoral planning council of the Department of Science and Technology that is mandated to promote scientific research for industry, energy, utilities and infrastructure. It was created in 1982 to set research goals and priorities and allocate resources for these sectors. PCIERD funds research proposals, provides scholarships, and disseminates results to foster linkages between academia, industry and government. Its work contributes to national development through priorities like renewable energy, environmental management, food technology, and human resource development in science and engineering fields.
Peter van der hijden at unica, brussels, 8 may 2013Anneliesvub
This document summarizes information presented about research and innovation programs in Europe. It discusses the Europe 2020 strategy, which aims to increase R&D investment to 3% of GDP. It outlines the Innovation Union initiative and goals of establishing a European Research Area with free circulation of researchers, knowledge and technology. Finally, it provides details about the new Horizon 2020 program, which consolidates previous EU funding programs and focuses on research addressing societal challenges through priority areas like health, energy, transport and climate action.
2nd International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG)Global R & D Services
Conference Name: 2nd International Conference on Envirotech, Cleantech and Greentech (ECG), 26-27 May 2016, Kuala Lumpur
Conference Dates: 26-27 May, 2016
Conference Venue: Rumah Kelab PAUM Clubhouse (Persatuan Alumni Universiti Malaya), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Deadline for Abstract/Paper Submissions: May 23, 2016
Contact E-Mail ID: info@wasrti.org
Conference Convener: Dr Vivian L
Languages: English, Chinese, Arabic, Thai, Persian
The document provides details about the 12th International Conference on Researches in Science and Technology (ICRST) organized by the World Association for Scientific Research and Technical Innovation (WASRTI) on December 8-9, 2016 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The conference details include venue, submission deadlines, contact information, themes, registration fees, accommodation options, and publication opportunities. The document also provides information about WASRTI, its collaborations and partner organizations.
2012.06.13 Economic Growth and Academic Entrepreneurship: Lessons and Implica...NUI Galway
Professor Donald Siegel, University at Albany, State University of New York, presented the second keynote address "Economic Growth and Academic Entrepreneurship: Lessons and Implications for Industry, Academia and Policymakers" at the IntertradeIreland All-Island Innovation Programme annual conference 2012, Exploiting Industry and University Research, Development and Innovation: Why it Matters held at National University of Ireland, Galway, 12 - 13 June 2012. Part 1
2012.06.13 Economic Growth and Academic Entrepreneurship: Lessons and Implica...NUI Galway
Professor Donald Siegel, University at Albany, State University of New York, presented the second keynote address "Economic Growth and Academic Entrepreneurship: Lessons and Implications for Industry, Academia and Policymakers" at the IntertradeIreland All-Island Innovation Programme annual conference 2012, Exploiting Industry and University Research, Development and Innovation: Why it Matters held at National University of Ireland, Galway, 12 - 13 June 2012. Part 2
Similar to Bolo universities and public research institutes as progenitors of technology and innovation nacosti_s_cience week_2015 (20)
Industrial Property Landscape in Kenya: Facts, figures and trendsThe Scinnovent Centre
This report analyzes patent, utility model, and industrial design filings and grants in Kenya from 1990-2014. It finds that while filings have increased steadily, rejection rates remain high. Specifically:
- Patent filings increased 24-fold from 1990-2013, but 73.5% of the 2,388 patents filed were rejected. The majority of granted patents were filed through the Patent Cooperation Treaty.
- Utility model and industrial design filings also increased, but rejection rates were 90% and 49% respectively.
- Most filings came from companies, though partnerships also filed significantly. The majority of granted patents and designs fell under the economic sector of agriculture.
- Reasons for high rejection rates
Scientific revival day for africa workshop kenya's biotech dev agenda-Dr. Mu...The Scinnovent Centre
The document summarizes Kenya's biotechnology and biosciences program as outlined in the country's second Medium Term Plan from 2013-2017. The objectives of the program are to enhance capacity for biotechnology development and application, develop policies and regulations, build human and institutional capacity, educate the public on biotechnology, and facilitate commercialization of genetically modified crops. The program will be implemented through five projects focusing on policy, research centers of excellence, workforce development, public education, and delivery of GM crops. Potential areas of collaboration on these projects are highlighted.
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Science and Technology Role in Accelerated Socio-economic achievement of visi...The Scinnovent Centre
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2. ST&I is recognized as a key enabler of competitiveness, and agricultural science and technology is seen as important for accelerating progress on Vision 2030.
3. However, Kenya faces challenges like increasing population putting stress on resources, and needs to strengthen ST&I to address issues of low productivity and diversify its economy.
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Tips for effective advocacy: lessons from the Open Forum on Agricultural Biot...The Scinnovent Centre
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The document discusses the underrepresentation of women scientists in Africa and strategies to address it. It notes that including more women scientists can make research more relevant and policy more responsive. However, women face institutional barriers and social challenges that limit their participation. Increasing women in science requires addressing both supply-side issues, like inclusive research practices, and demand-side issues, like ensuring women's voices are at the policy table. Tracking data on women scientists in Africa can help benchmark progress over time.
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Bridgingg the research policy gap influencing policy change-nairobiThe Scinnovent Centre
Presentation by Dr. Maurice Bolo, during the Scinnovent Centre' training on The Art of Influencing policy Change: tools and strategies for researchers, held on 12th -14th February 2013 at The African Academy of Sciences Campus Nairobi
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Topics covered:
CI/CD with in UiPath
End-to-end overview of CI/CD pipeline with Azure devops
Speaker:
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GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
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What will you get from this session?
1. Insights into integrating generative AI.
2. Understanding how this integration enhances test automation within the UiPath platform
3. Practical demonstrations
4. Exploration of real-world use cases illustrating the benefits of AI-driven test automation for UiPath
Topics covered:
What is generative AI
Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
Speaker:
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2. PRESENTATION OUTLINE
• The changing role of universities in national development...
• Should we expect universities to make technologies for
industry uptake? What are the justifications?
• Performance of Kenyan Universities and Public Research
Institutes: The evidence
• How do we stimulate innovation and entrepreneurship in
our universities/PRIs?
• How do we enhance knowledge and technology transfer
from our universities/PRIs? “The Third Mission Framework”
3. •Transition to the knowledge based
economy
• Productivity and competitiveness are
hinged on exploitation of knowledge
• New sciences such as biotechnology,
nanotechnology,
ICTs etc)
•Pressures of the “third mission”
• Decreasing financial support from
governments
• Increasing demands from
stakeholders
ROLE OF UNIVERSITIES/PRIs IN NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
4. TECHNOLOGY POLICY PARADIGMS: KEY ASSUMPTIONS
Market failure paradigm Mission paradigm Cooperative technology
paradigm
1. Markets are the most
efficient allocator of
information and
technology
1. Government role
closely tied to authorized
programmatic missions of
agencies e.g. defence,
health etc
1. Markets are not always
the most efficient route to
innovation and economic
growth
2. Government role
limited to market failures;
universities provide basic
research to cater for
private sector under-
supply
2. Govt R&D limited to
supporting missions of
agencies
2. Global economy
requires more targeted
support to technology
development
3. Innovation flows from
and to private sector with
minimal university/govt
role
3. Govt should not
compete but complement
private sector in
innovation and
technology
3. Universities and PRIs
can play a role in
technology development
for use by the private
sector
6. THE COOPERATIVE TECHNOLOGY PARADIGM
AND THE UNIVERSITIES' THIRD MISSION
● The cooperative technology paradigm is therefore an
umbrella term for a set of values that emphasize cooperation
amongst sectors – industry, government, universities/PRIs
in the creation of technologies
● The logic: Universities and PRIs make, industry takes
(but…various forms of collaboration/co-production of
knowledge exist)
● Central point is: putting universities/PRIs to greater use as
progenitors of technology and innovations
● Depends on the suitability of the universities/PRIs to the task....
9. 0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
14
11
8 8
4
3
2
1 1 1 1 1 1
NumberofPatentsFiled
Universities
DISTRIBUTION OF PATENTS FILED BY THE
UNIVERSITIES IN KENYA (1990 - 2013)
10. 27
11
9
7
6
4
1 1 1 1 1
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
KIRDI ICIPE KEMRI KEFRI KARI TRF KEMFRI ILRAD CRF PBK Sigok WKR
NumberofPatentsFiled
Public Research Institutes
Distribution of Patents Filed by the Public
Research Institutes in Kenya (1990 - 2013)
11. ONLY 4 OUT OF 69 PATENT APPLICATIONS
GRANTED TO UNIVERSITIES/OLIs
• Moi University (for an Electro-coagulation method for colour removal
in waste water or water with low power consumption); granted on
21st July, 2010
• Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) for
a trap for controlling Bont ticks in pastures; granted on 8th August,
2012
• Egerton University in partnership with the Pyrethrum Board of
Kenya (for Pyrethrum solar dryer); granted on 5th July, 2006
• Kangubiri Girls Secondary School (for a laxative compound from
Senna diddy extract for curing fungal and bacterial infections);
granted on 22nd September, 2003
12. ONLY 8 OUT OF THE 69 PATENT APPLICATIONS
GRANTED TO PUBLIC RESEARCH INSTITUTES
• KARI-Trypanosomiasis Research Centre (Vector and rodent holding
devices during parasite transmission experiments in the laboratory);
granted on 6th September, 2006
• Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (Bio Pesticides
based on Bacillus thuringiensis for mosquito breeding control); granted on
31st May, 2013
• International Laboratory Research on Animal Diseases (ILRAD) for
Vaccine for the protection of animals against Theileria infection; granted
on - on 29th August, 1994
13. PATENTS TO PRIs CONT’D
• Tea Research Foundation in partnership with Chui Tea Limited
(Process for optimum production of high Catechin content black tea
with specified characteristics from Camellia sinensis L.O (Kunze) clone
tea); granted on 13th June, 2008
• Pyrethrum Board of Kenya in partnership with Egerton University for
Pyrethrum solar dryer ; granted on 5th July, 2006
• The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE):
– (a) Novel tick resistance antigenic indicators (Trai) for host animals; granted on 9th
February, 1994
– (b) Grgarisation -distributing factors in a novel approach of controlling locust and
grasshoppers; granted on 10th March, 2005
– (c) a Novel method for controlling Tsetse flies and other related blood feeding
insects; granted on 3rd September, 2004
17. PERCENTAGE OF FIRMS USING UNIVERSITIES AND
PRIS AS SOURCES OF INNOVATION
(Source: Kenya Innovation Survey, 2012)
18. MARKET-BASED SOURCES OF INFORMATION
FOR INNOVATION FOR FIRMS
(Source: Kenya Innovation Survey, 2012)
19. 0.00%
10.00%
20.00%
30.00%
40.00%
50.00%
60.00%
70.00%
80.00%
90.00%
Local NGOs Input Suppliers Local Private
Consultants
Local Public
universities &
research institutes
Farmers
Respondents'ratings
Sources of New knowledge
SOURCES OF NEW KNOWLEDGE FOR
SMALL SCALE FLOWER FARMERS
Least Important Not Quite Important Important Quite Important Most Important
Source: Bolo, 2012
21. Changes in approaches
From ‘mode 1’ science
…..to ‘mode 2’ science
Changes in methods
-Participation
-contribution
-Benefit sharing
-Role sharing
-Capacity to access and use
Organizational change
-Different incentives and rewards
- Different attitudes, habits and practices
- Different organizations cultures and structures
REPOSITIONING UNIVERSITIES/PRIs
22. • Licensing IP
• Start-ups/spin-offs
• Joint R&D projects
• Contract research
and consultancies
• Infrastructure e.g.
incubation centres/
science parks
• Technology transfer
offices (TTOs)
• Venture capital/equity
finance/long-term
loans
• Staff and student
engagement in
knowledge exchange
• Engagement in (non-
patent) social
innovation/enterprise
• Mission/Vision
• Leadership structure
• Action plans
• IP/Research policy
• Procurement
• Funding
• Quality Assurance
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Competencies and
capacities
• Recruitment and
promotions policy
• Career progression
• Awards and rewards
• Recognition and prestige
• Increased incomes
• Facilitation
• Workload policy
• Community
outreach activities
• Partnerships with
stakeholders
• Joint appointments
and staff mobility
• Co-publications
• Sharing facilities
• Placements and
internships
• Representation in
boards/advisory
councils
• Participation in
Networks/Consortia
23. A FRAMEWORK FOR ENHANCING COMMERCIALIZATION AND
STRENGTHENING LINKAGES WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR
What’s in there?
• A self assessment tool
• An action guide
• Community of Practice
• Resource Centre
How do I access it?
• An online version
• An offline version
• Print version