Nelson Sabogal is a senior programme officer for the Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions. He gave a presentation at the Planet Earth Institute Roundtable on "Empowering Scientific Leadership in Africa". The presentation discussed the growing economies and reduced poverty rates in sub-Saharan Africa. It argued that scientific research in Africa must be context-specific and empower local people. The presentation also noted that two scientists from Africa, Mr. Piet Aucamp from South Africa and Prof. Ayite-Lo Nohende Ajavon from Togo, served as co-chairs of the Scientific Assessment Panel of the Montreal Protocol.
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Plan4business Final Event in Dublin by ISOCARPplan4business
The final conference of the plan4business project took place in Dublin, Ireland and discussed the achievements of the project including its business solutions and the "whatstheplan.eu" platform. Experts from various organizations spoke about challenges in land management and planning across many countries, demonstrated the "myplan.ie" spatial planning platform, and discussed opportunities and challenges for real estate data and the European Digital Agenda. The conference concluded that with new technologies generating large amounts of data, stakeholders must work to develop appropriate services and solutions.
This document outlines the key developments in adaptation to climate change within the UNFCCC landscape. It discusses the definitions of adaptation and mitigation according to the IPCC. It then summarizes the key decisions and agreements reached at various COP meetings that have advanced adaptation, including establishing funds for adaptation projects in developing countries and frameworks for national adaptation planning. It also reviews estimates of future global adaptation funding needs and the current funding available. Finally, it discusses the goal of making adaptation an integral part of the 2015 Paris Agreement.
This presentation was made by Wendy McGuinness, Chief Executive of the Sustainable Future Institute at Massey University's Agriculture Address series. 7 April 2009
Performance of private universities in utme2013statisense
This document analyzes the performance of private universities in Nigeria on the 2013 UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination). It finds that:
1) Of over 1.7 million total applicants, only 15,583 (0.9%) applied to private universities, with the top destination being Tai Solarin University of Education.
2) The top 3 best performing private universities that received over 200 UTME scores of 180 and above were Covenant University, Afe Babalola University, and Bells University of Technology.
3) Overall, Covenant University had the strongest performance, with 84.05% of its applicants receiving UTME scores of 160 and above, making it the best performing
This document discusses the relationship between governance, development, innovation and regulation for companies. It argues that governance alone is not sufficient for companies to continually regenerate themselves in the face of changing environments. Development, defined as entrepreneurship, is also needed to cause the necessary value-targeted behaviors. Bringing together development and governance can help assure competencies are mature enough to be effective, consistent and stable, while also supporting corporate adaptability. This coordination of development and governance enables business continuity despite environmental changes.
Este documento proporciona una introducción a varias herramientas ofimáticas como Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Edmodo, Mendeley, Linux, Dropbox, Google Drive, GoConqr y Blogger. Explica sus funciones y características principales para la elaboración de documentos, hojas de cálculo, presentaciones y la gestión de correo electrónico, contactos, tareas y bibliografías.
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Plan4business Final Event in Dublin by ISOCARPplan4business
The final conference of the plan4business project took place in Dublin, Ireland and discussed the achievements of the project including its business solutions and the "whatstheplan.eu" platform. Experts from various organizations spoke about challenges in land management and planning across many countries, demonstrated the "myplan.ie" spatial planning platform, and discussed opportunities and challenges for real estate data and the European Digital Agenda. The conference concluded that with new technologies generating large amounts of data, stakeholders must work to develop appropriate services and solutions.
This document outlines the key developments in adaptation to climate change within the UNFCCC landscape. It discusses the definitions of adaptation and mitigation according to the IPCC. It then summarizes the key decisions and agreements reached at various COP meetings that have advanced adaptation, including establishing funds for adaptation projects in developing countries and frameworks for national adaptation planning. It also reviews estimates of future global adaptation funding needs and the current funding available. Finally, it discusses the goal of making adaptation an integral part of the 2015 Paris Agreement.
This presentation was made by Wendy McGuinness, Chief Executive of the Sustainable Future Institute at Massey University's Agriculture Address series. 7 April 2009
Performance of private universities in utme2013statisense
This document analyzes the performance of private universities in Nigeria on the 2013 UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination). It finds that:
1) Of over 1.7 million total applicants, only 15,583 (0.9%) applied to private universities, with the top destination being Tai Solarin University of Education.
2) The top 3 best performing private universities that received over 200 UTME scores of 180 and above were Covenant University, Afe Babalola University, and Bells University of Technology.
3) Overall, Covenant University had the strongest performance, with 84.05% of its applicants receiving UTME scores of 160 and above, making it the best performing
This document discusses the relationship between governance, development, innovation and regulation for companies. It argues that governance alone is not sufficient for companies to continually regenerate themselves in the face of changing environments. Development, defined as entrepreneurship, is also needed to cause the necessary value-targeted behaviors. Bringing together development and governance can help assure competencies are mature enough to be effective, consistent and stable, while also supporting corporate adaptability. This coordination of development and governance enables business continuity despite environmental changes.
Este documento proporciona una introducción a varias herramientas ofimáticas como Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Edmodo, Mendeley, Linux, Dropbox, Google Drive, GoConqr y Blogger. Explica sus funciones y características principales para la elaboración de documentos, hojas de cálculo, presentaciones y la gestión de correo electrónico, contactos, tareas y bibliografías.
'Investigar, educar, dialogar. Las lecciones que aprendimos de José Mariano Gago (1948-2015)'. Con este título celebramos los días 1 y 2 de junio de 2016 en la Fundación Ramón Areces un simposio para homenajear la trayectoria de quien fue ministro de Ciencia y Tecnología (1995-2002) y ministro de Ciencia, Tecnología y Educación Superior (2005-2011) de Portugal. Gago desempeñó una labor crucial en el diseño de los planes de desarrollo de la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación, no solo en su país sino en toda Europa.
A Global Horizon Scanning System and NATO workshop: Inentification of Potenti...Jerome Glenn
The document summarizes the activities of The Millennium Project, including its global horizon scanning system with 60 nodes, the NATO workshop on identifying potential terrorists, and emerging counter-terrorism strategies. It discusses The Millennium Project's methods such as environmental scanning, real-time Delphi exercises, scenarios, and the State of the Future Index. The NATO workshop highlighted threats from future technologies such as autonomous weapons and synthetic biology, as well as potential pre-event detection strategies. Collective intelligence systems were proposed to anticipate interactions among technologies and their security impacts.
20090516 gsdr 2 - a2 k research in africa -- programmeLichia Saner-Yiu
This seminar will present findings from an 18-month study of copyright law and access to educational materials in 8 African countries. The study examined whether copyright law maximizes access to learning materials on the continent. Researchers will share results showing how copyright law in different countries affects access. Panel discussions will consider implications for international copyright norm-setting and reforms needed at regional and national levels in Africa. The seminar is part of a series providing a platform for development researchers to engage with Geneva-based international organizations.
Call for Papers (Extended Abstracts): 5th International Conference of the UNE...Graciela Mariani
The Second call for Papers (Extended Abstracts) for the 5th International Conference of the UNESCO Chair in Technologies for Development has been officially launched.
Tech4Dev 2018, gives you an opportunity to:
Ø Present your research at a unique multidisciplinary Conference focused on innovative technology for social impact in the Global South.
Ø Network across disciplines and fields of technology, to promote the development, deployment, adaptation, and scaling of new solutions for the Global South.
Ø Identify opportunities for collaboration with diverse stakeholders – academics, students, engineers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, practitioners, and social scientists- interested in technological innovation in the Global South.
Ø Participate in the fabulous social event of the conference that will take place in the Lavaux Vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ø Build capacity among students and young professionals to engage in multidisciplinary problem solving for social impact.
Tech4Dev 2018 invites researchers, students, practitioners, industry or anyone interested in critical issues in Technologies for Development to submit proposals for Papers (Extended Abstracts). Submissions should emphasize the value of technological innovation while also acknowledging the limits of technology in generating inclusive social and economic development.
Further information, templates and material can be found on the conference website https://cooperation.epfl.ch/Tech4Dev2018.
OECD STIG: Governance of international research and innovation cooperation fo...Per Koch
Presentation of the OECD STIG-project on governance of international science, technology and innovation collaboration for global challenges. OECD STIG October 2011. Chair's presentation. UPDATE Nov 7 2012: Vi have set up a new blog on the follow up of STIG over at http://beyondstig.blogspot.com
Innovation for Development: Converting Knowledge to Value – Summary ReportiBoP Asia
The document summarizes a workshop on innovation for development held by UNESCO and the OECD from January 28-30, 2009 in Paris.
The workshop brought together over 130 participants from OECD and UNESCO member states to examine the role of innovation in social and economic development, with a focus on developing countries and least developed countries. Key issues discussed included the need to:
1) Promote partnerships and networks to share information and build innovation capacity.
2) Conduct more studies, research, and develop indicators to better understand and monitor innovation.
3) Improve the dissemination of information on innovation case studies and best practices.
4) Build human and institutional capacity for innovation through
Spain work tech 2050 scenarios and national workshopsJerome Glenn
Intro to The Millennium Project, inevitability of new economics, global study on future work/technology 2050, three global work/tech 2050 scenarios, and workshops to explore national long-range strategies to address issue raised in the scenarios.
2012 Africa Progress Panel report: Jobs, Justices and EquityDr Lendy Spires
This document provides an overview and summary of the 2012 Africa Progress Report. It discusses the mixed progress Africa has made, with some countries and people rising economically while others have not shared in the benefits. It notes the growing demand for greater equity and justice. The report examines trends shaping Africa related to demography, urbanization, global food security, economic and political shifts with emerging powers, technology and innovation, and rising citizen action. It provides recommendations on governance, education, financing development, and mobilizing domestic resources.
This document summarizes opportunities for enhanced collaboration between European and US institutions, including:
- The Bologna Process which aims to create a European Higher Education Area through increased mobility and quality assurance.
- Horizon 2020 and Erasmus+ programs which provide funding for joint/dual degrees, research networks, and researcher mobility.
- Initiatives like Atlantis that jointly fund transatlantic projects between the EU and US in areas like homeland security and nanotechnology.
- European research exceeds $54 billion through Framework Program 7 with a focus on ideas, capacities, people, and cooperation across member states.
This curriculum vitae summarizes Alecos Kelemenis' education and professional experience. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens and a BA in Management Science & Technology from Athens University of Economics and Business. For the past 11 years, he has worked as a consultant on international cooperation and development projects, primarily monitoring and evaluating EU-funded projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. His experience includes designing evaluations, conducting field work, analyzing results, and preparing reports.
This UNESCO report is the first of its kind to examine engineering and its role in development. It contains over 100 contributions from engineering experts worldwide. The report finds that engineering has been crucial to human progress by advancing technology and infrastructure, though its benefits are unevenly distributed. As the world works towards achieving the UN Millennium Development Goals by 2015, engineering will be key to providing access to things like education, healthcare, clean water and environmental sustainability. However, the field faces challenges in attracting students, especially women, and strengthening engineering education. The report aims to increase understanding of engineering's importance and contributions to sustainable development.
2009 World Survey on the Role of Women in DevelopmentAndy Dabydeen
This document provides the report from an expert consultation organized by the UN Division for the Advancement of Women to inform the 2009 World Survey on the Role of Women in Development. The consultation focused on women's control over economic resources and access to financial resources, including microfinance. It summarizes the background and framework for analyzing women's economic empowerment. Key topics discussed include macroeconomic policies, labor markets, access to land and other resources, and financial inclusion. The consultation aimed to identify key issues and provide input to guide the preparation of the World Survey report.
The document discusses the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), a non-profit organization that represents university students and young professionals in the space sector. It provides information on SGAC's origins, purpose, structure, products, and current projects related to near-Earth objects, space safety and sustainability, disaster management using space technologies, global navigation satellite systems, small satellites, and space law. SGAC aims to give young people a voice in global space policy and connect them with space professionals and organizations.
The document provides an overview of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). It describes the IPCC as a United Nations body that assesses the science related to climate change. It produces major assessment reports every 6-7 years on climate change impacts, causes, and future risks as well as special reports on specific topics. The IPCC involves scientists and experts from around the world and aims to provide objective information to inform policymakers. Recent achievements include its assessment reports influencing international agreements like the Paris Agreement. The speaker outlines upcoming special reports and the sixth major assessment report planned for 2020-2022.
The IPCC is an intergovernmental body established by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that assesses scientific information related to climate change. It involves thousands of experts and government representatives and produces comprehensive assessment reports to inform climate policy. The IPCC aims to provide rigorous and balanced summaries of climate science in a policy-relevant but not policy-prescriptive manner. Its reports have informed major international agreements on climate change including the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement.
25th anniversary of The Millennium ProjectJerome Glenn
The document summarizes the work of the Millennium Project, a global participatory futures research think tank. It discusses the Project's establishment in the 1990s and growth to include 67 Nodes and regional networks that connect global and local perspectives. It outlines some of the Project's accomplishments, such as pioneering global participatory futures research, establishing the 15 Global Challenges framework, and influencing organizations and governments through its research publications. The document also shares images from the Project's planning committee meetings and awards ceremonies over the years.
Document I Conference Report Science With Africa, March 2008Musoma Blog
This document provides a summary of the Science with Africa conference held from March 3-7, 2008 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Around 800 participants from over 40 African countries as well as some non-African nations attended the conference. The conference focused on exploring how science, technology, and innovation can benefit Africa's development, and addressed themes such as STI policies, energy/infrastructure, agriculture/health, climate change, ICT, and capacity building. High-level speakers emphasized the importance of increasing investment in STI for achieving economic growth and poverty reduction in Africa. The conference generated ideas for new R&D projects and highlighted the need for stronger partnerships and coordination to realize Africa's development potential through the effective use
Document I Conference Report Science With Africa, March 2008Musoma Blog
This document provides a summary of the Science with Africa conference held from 3-7 March 2008 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Over 800 participants from 43 African countries as well as 23 other countries attended the conference. The conference focused on seven themes related to using science, technology and innovation to drive development in Africa, including policies, energy/infrastructure, agriculture/health, climate change, intellectual property, ICT, and capacity building. The conference highlighted the importance of investment in science and technology for Africa's economic growth and generated ideas for new research and development projects.
The document summarizes events hosted by The Centre related to competitiveness and innovation in Europe. It discusses challenges facing the European economy from Asia and concerns about balancing economic growth with workers' rights. Events focused on topics like EU-Asia scientific collaboration, the knowledge economy, online consumer protection, and health tourism in Europe. Speakers included academics, politicians, and business leaders discussing issues at stake in European economic and social reform.
Dr. Alvaro Sobrinho, Chairman of PEI, presented to the UN General Assembly on the organization's work promoting science, technology, and innovation in Africa. PEI believes three pathways are needed: 1) creating new higher education and research centers of excellence through partnerships between African and international universities; 2) developing cutting-edge technologies in and for Africa by incubating innovations; 3) publicly advocating for STI to governments. PEI does this work because tertiary education enrollment and scientific development in Africa are far behind other regions, and Africa suffers hugely from brain drain. PEI partners with leading scientists, academics, politicians, and businesses globally to champion the role of STI in Africa's development.
Este documento argumenta que se necesita un pensamiento más integrado sobre los recursos naturales y humanos, moviéndose hacia un ambientalismo más comprensivo e inclusivo. Actualmente, hay un pensamiento demasiado compartimentado que trata a los seres humanos y la naturaleza como esferas separadas. Se necesita considerar el mundo como un sistema indivisible en lugar de dividirlo en disciplinas y sectores aislados.
'Investigar, educar, dialogar. Las lecciones que aprendimos de José Mariano Gago (1948-2015)'. Con este título celebramos los días 1 y 2 de junio de 2016 en la Fundación Ramón Areces un simposio para homenajear la trayectoria de quien fue ministro de Ciencia y Tecnología (1995-2002) y ministro de Ciencia, Tecnología y Educación Superior (2005-2011) de Portugal. Gago desempeñó una labor crucial en el diseño de los planes de desarrollo de la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación, no solo en su país sino en toda Europa.
A Global Horizon Scanning System and NATO workshop: Inentification of Potenti...Jerome Glenn
The document summarizes the activities of The Millennium Project, including its global horizon scanning system with 60 nodes, the NATO workshop on identifying potential terrorists, and emerging counter-terrorism strategies. It discusses The Millennium Project's methods such as environmental scanning, real-time Delphi exercises, scenarios, and the State of the Future Index. The NATO workshop highlighted threats from future technologies such as autonomous weapons and synthetic biology, as well as potential pre-event detection strategies. Collective intelligence systems were proposed to anticipate interactions among technologies and their security impacts.
20090516 gsdr 2 - a2 k research in africa -- programmeLichia Saner-Yiu
This seminar will present findings from an 18-month study of copyright law and access to educational materials in 8 African countries. The study examined whether copyright law maximizes access to learning materials on the continent. Researchers will share results showing how copyright law in different countries affects access. Panel discussions will consider implications for international copyright norm-setting and reforms needed at regional and national levels in Africa. The seminar is part of a series providing a platform for development researchers to engage with Geneva-based international organizations.
Call for Papers (Extended Abstracts): 5th International Conference of the UNE...Graciela Mariani
The Second call for Papers (Extended Abstracts) for the 5th International Conference of the UNESCO Chair in Technologies for Development has been officially launched.
Tech4Dev 2018, gives you an opportunity to:
Ø Present your research at a unique multidisciplinary Conference focused on innovative technology for social impact in the Global South.
Ø Network across disciplines and fields of technology, to promote the development, deployment, adaptation, and scaling of new solutions for the Global South.
Ø Identify opportunities for collaboration with diverse stakeholders – academics, students, engineers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, practitioners, and social scientists- interested in technological innovation in the Global South.
Ø Participate in the fabulous social event of the conference that will take place in the Lavaux Vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Ø Build capacity among students and young professionals to engage in multidisciplinary problem solving for social impact.
Tech4Dev 2018 invites researchers, students, practitioners, industry or anyone interested in critical issues in Technologies for Development to submit proposals for Papers (Extended Abstracts). Submissions should emphasize the value of technological innovation while also acknowledging the limits of technology in generating inclusive social and economic development.
Further information, templates and material can be found on the conference website https://cooperation.epfl.ch/Tech4Dev2018.
OECD STIG: Governance of international research and innovation cooperation fo...Per Koch
Presentation of the OECD STIG-project on governance of international science, technology and innovation collaboration for global challenges. OECD STIG October 2011. Chair's presentation. UPDATE Nov 7 2012: Vi have set up a new blog on the follow up of STIG over at http://beyondstig.blogspot.com
Innovation for Development: Converting Knowledge to Value – Summary ReportiBoP Asia
The document summarizes a workshop on innovation for development held by UNESCO and the OECD from January 28-30, 2009 in Paris.
The workshop brought together over 130 participants from OECD and UNESCO member states to examine the role of innovation in social and economic development, with a focus on developing countries and least developed countries. Key issues discussed included the need to:
1) Promote partnerships and networks to share information and build innovation capacity.
2) Conduct more studies, research, and develop indicators to better understand and monitor innovation.
3) Improve the dissemination of information on innovation case studies and best practices.
4) Build human and institutional capacity for innovation through
Spain work tech 2050 scenarios and national workshopsJerome Glenn
Intro to The Millennium Project, inevitability of new economics, global study on future work/technology 2050, three global work/tech 2050 scenarios, and workshops to explore national long-range strategies to address issue raised in the scenarios.
2012 Africa Progress Panel report: Jobs, Justices and EquityDr Lendy Spires
This document provides an overview and summary of the 2012 Africa Progress Report. It discusses the mixed progress Africa has made, with some countries and people rising economically while others have not shared in the benefits. It notes the growing demand for greater equity and justice. The report examines trends shaping Africa related to demography, urbanization, global food security, economic and political shifts with emerging powers, technology and innovation, and rising citizen action. It provides recommendations on governance, education, financing development, and mobilizing domestic resources.
This document summarizes opportunities for enhanced collaboration between European and US institutions, including:
- The Bologna Process which aims to create a European Higher Education Area through increased mobility and quality assurance.
- Horizon 2020 and Erasmus+ programs which provide funding for joint/dual degrees, research networks, and researcher mobility.
- Initiatives like Atlantis that jointly fund transatlantic projects between the EU and US in areas like homeland security and nanotechnology.
- European research exceeds $54 billion through Framework Program 7 with a focus on ideas, capacities, people, and cooperation across member states.
This curriculum vitae summarizes Alecos Kelemenis' education and professional experience. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens and a BA in Management Science & Technology from Athens University of Economics and Business. For the past 11 years, he has worked as a consultant on international cooperation and development projects, primarily monitoring and evaluating EU-funded projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. His experience includes designing evaluations, conducting field work, analyzing results, and preparing reports.
This UNESCO report is the first of its kind to examine engineering and its role in development. It contains over 100 contributions from engineering experts worldwide. The report finds that engineering has been crucial to human progress by advancing technology and infrastructure, though its benefits are unevenly distributed. As the world works towards achieving the UN Millennium Development Goals by 2015, engineering will be key to providing access to things like education, healthcare, clean water and environmental sustainability. However, the field faces challenges in attracting students, especially women, and strengthening engineering education. The report aims to increase understanding of engineering's importance and contributions to sustainable development.
2009 World Survey on the Role of Women in DevelopmentAndy Dabydeen
This document provides the report from an expert consultation organized by the UN Division for the Advancement of Women to inform the 2009 World Survey on the Role of Women in Development. The consultation focused on women's control over economic resources and access to financial resources, including microfinance. It summarizes the background and framework for analyzing women's economic empowerment. Key topics discussed include macroeconomic policies, labor markets, access to land and other resources, and financial inclusion. The consultation aimed to identify key issues and provide input to guide the preparation of the World Survey report.
The document discusses the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC), a non-profit organization that represents university students and young professionals in the space sector. It provides information on SGAC's origins, purpose, structure, products, and current projects related to near-Earth objects, space safety and sustainability, disaster management using space technologies, global navigation satellite systems, small satellites, and space law. SGAC aims to give young people a voice in global space policy and connect them with space professionals and organizations.
The document provides an overview of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). It describes the IPCC as a United Nations body that assesses the science related to climate change. It produces major assessment reports every 6-7 years on climate change impacts, causes, and future risks as well as special reports on specific topics. The IPCC involves scientists and experts from around the world and aims to provide objective information to inform policymakers. Recent achievements include its assessment reports influencing international agreements like the Paris Agreement. The speaker outlines upcoming special reports and the sixth major assessment report planned for 2020-2022.
The IPCC is an intergovernmental body established by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) that assesses scientific information related to climate change. It involves thousands of experts and government representatives and produces comprehensive assessment reports to inform climate policy. The IPCC aims to provide rigorous and balanced summaries of climate science in a policy-relevant but not policy-prescriptive manner. Its reports have informed major international agreements on climate change including the UNFCCC and Paris Agreement.
25th anniversary of The Millennium ProjectJerome Glenn
The document summarizes the work of the Millennium Project, a global participatory futures research think tank. It discusses the Project's establishment in the 1990s and growth to include 67 Nodes and regional networks that connect global and local perspectives. It outlines some of the Project's accomplishments, such as pioneering global participatory futures research, establishing the 15 Global Challenges framework, and influencing organizations and governments through its research publications. The document also shares images from the Project's planning committee meetings and awards ceremonies over the years.
Document I Conference Report Science With Africa, March 2008Musoma Blog
This document provides a summary of the Science with Africa conference held from March 3-7, 2008 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Around 800 participants from over 40 African countries as well as some non-African nations attended the conference. The conference focused on exploring how science, technology, and innovation can benefit Africa's development, and addressed themes such as STI policies, energy/infrastructure, agriculture/health, climate change, ICT, and capacity building. High-level speakers emphasized the importance of increasing investment in STI for achieving economic growth and poverty reduction in Africa. The conference generated ideas for new R&D projects and highlighted the need for stronger partnerships and coordination to realize Africa's development potential through the effective use
Document I Conference Report Science With Africa, March 2008Musoma Blog
This document provides a summary of the Science with Africa conference held from 3-7 March 2008 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Over 800 participants from 43 African countries as well as 23 other countries attended the conference. The conference focused on seven themes related to using science, technology and innovation to drive development in Africa, including policies, energy/infrastructure, agriculture/health, climate change, intellectual property, ICT, and capacity building. The conference highlighted the importance of investment in science and technology for Africa's economic growth and generated ideas for new research and development projects.
The document summarizes events hosted by The Centre related to competitiveness and innovation in Europe. It discusses challenges facing the European economy from Asia and concerns about balancing economic growth with workers' rights. Events focused on topics like EU-Asia scientific collaboration, the knowledge economy, online consumer protection, and health tourism in Europe. Speakers included academics, politicians, and business leaders discussing issues at stake in European economic and social reform.
Dr. Alvaro Sobrinho, Chairman of PEI, presented to the UN General Assembly on the organization's work promoting science, technology, and innovation in Africa. PEI believes three pathways are needed: 1) creating new higher education and research centers of excellence through partnerships between African and international universities; 2) developing cutting-edge technologies in and for Africa by incubating innovations; 3) publicly advocating for STI to governments. PEI does this work because tertiary education enrollment and scientific development in Africa are far behind other regions, and Africa suffers hugely from brain drain. PEI partners with leading scientists, academics, politicians, and businesses globally to champion the role of STI in Africa's development.
Este documento argumenta que se necesita un pensamiento más integrado sobre los recursos naturales y humanos, moviéndose hacia un ambientalismo más comprensivo e inclusivo. Actualmente, hay un pensamiento demasiado compartimentado que trata a los seres humanos y la naturaleza como esferas separadas. Se necesita considerar el mundo como un sistema indivisible en lugar de dividirlo en disciplinas y sectores aislados.
This document describes direct smelting as an alternative to mercury amalgamation for artisanal and small-scale gold mining in Ghana. Direct smelting involves melting gold-bearing concentrates using borax, sodium carbonate and silica sand as fluxes to separate pure gold. The technique was tested in the lab and field and found to recover over 99% of gold, compared to 88-97% for amalgamation. It is presented as an effective, simple, quick and affordable non-toxic alternative suitable for small-scale operations. Challenges to adoption include ensuring continued availability and affordability of equipment kits for miners.
Este documento descreve o projeto habitacional Nova Vida, incluindo as empresas contratadas, as fases do projeto, as habitações planejadas e construídas em cada fase, as infraestruturas planejadas e construídas, e os planos para a gestão e manutenção das infraestruturas. O projeto consiste em duas fases, com a primeira fase construindo 1.632 apartamentos em edifícios de 4 pisos, 240 apartamentos em edifícios de 6 pisos, 434 casas T4 e 315 casas T3 entre 2001-2005. A
This document discusses approaches to building sustainable urbanization through partnerships. It begins by outlining key trends in urbanization globally and in India. Challenges facing growing cities are described, such as fragmented decision making and impacts on ecological, economic and social systems. The document then presents a conceptual framework and several approaches for understanding and achieving urban sustainability, including adapting to constraints, integrating systems, monitoring effectiveness, and thinking beyond administrative boundaries. Specific examples from India are provided, such as the Jawaharlal Nehru Urban Renewal Mission and transit oriented development projects. Criteria for developing pathways towards urban sustainability are outlined. The document concludes by listing several references for further information.
O documento descreve a criação do Centro de Excelência em Sustentabilidade e Ciências da Terra (CESSAF) na Universidade Agostinho Neto. O CESSAF foi criado para fornecer especialistas em sustentabilidade para apoiar o desenvolvimento de Angola. Ele se concentra em áreas como geoquímica, gestão de recursos hídricos e saneamento. Seus principais desafios incluem a formação de professores, aprovação de regulamentos e aprimoramento de laboratórios.
This document proposes a South-South collaboration called CESSAF between the Asian subcontinent and Africa to share knowledge on sustainable urban living. It discusses establishing the PEI-Science, Technology, and Resource Centre in New Delhi to facilitate knowledge sharing activities between partner institutions. This would include joint research, training programs, student and faculty exchanges to build capacity and further sustainable development goals in both regions.
The PEI is an international NGO dedicated to building scientific capacity and excellence in Africa and the Global South. We build PhD centres, strengthen international cooperation and advocate for investment in science and technology to international policy-makers.
1. Nelson Sabogal
Senior Programme Officer
Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions
Planet Earth Institute Roundtable
"Empowering Scientific Leadership in Africa“
2. "Empowering Scientific Leadership in Africa“
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.
The important thing is not to stop questioning”
Albert Einstein
3. African Economies Make Consistent Progress
According to a World Bank report released this month, more
than 20 sub-Saharan African countries, totaling more than 400
million people, have gained middle-income status.
This year, the World Bank said:
one-third of the economies of the 49 sub-Saharan African
countries will grow at a clip of 6 percent or more
the number of people living in poverty has fallen roughly 10
percentage points over the past decade
4. From the report of the Report of the Secretary-General on
"International challenges for sustainable development:
global policy coherence and the role of the United Nations",
United Nations (A/67/274), 9 August 2012
In developing countries, innovation is not a matter of pushing back the
frontier of global knowledge. Rather, innovation consists of facilitating the
use of existing knowledge and new technology in a domestic context.
Research and development activities thus consist of the creation of
knowledge, but also, and perhaps more importantly, of acquisition,
adaptation, dissemination and use in local settings.
5. New approach in scientific research
Scientific research in Africa should evaluate the current context and
contribute to change this context
“Science and technology are just one corner stone to fight poverty,
empower people and enhance people’s dignity through life long education”
(Stigter, 2005)
“The second corner stone therefore is an understanding of local adaptive
strategies and innovations” (Stigter, 2005)
“New scientific research policies. Indeed “policies” are forming the third
corner stone” (Stigter, 2005)
“The fourth corner stone are the people themselves, the producers and
workers” (Stigter, 2006)
6. Africa's technological revolution
" From the Guardian article: "West Africa's technological revolution driven by
mobile phones", by Monica Mark, 24 September 2012.
"If you look at our history and development, the focus has
always been to find something that worked successfully
somewhere else and bring it here. That model hasn't worked,"
Longe said, in a buzzing room in downtown Lagos, where
dozens of aspiring "techpreneurs" are huddled over laptops.
"For solutions to work here, they need to be created with an
understanding of the Nigerian context and culture.”
7. Assessments for the Montreal Protocol
Panels of the Montreal Protocol
The Parties at its First Meeting, held in Helsinki in May 1989
established four review panels:
(a) Panel for Scientific Assessment;
(b) Panel for Environmental Assessment;
(c) Panel for Technical Assessment;
(d) Panel for Economic Assessment, (c) and (d) merged later
as Technology and Economic Assessment Panel.
8. Assessments for the Montreal Protocol
Their relation to the international policy process
1989- Scientific Assessment of Stratospheric Ozone: 1989
1991- Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion: 1991
1992 Methyl Bromide: Its Atmospheric, Science, Technology
and Economics (Assessment Supplement)
1994 Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion: 1994
1998 Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion
2002 and 2006 Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion
Each scientific assessment, in 1989, in 1991, in 1994, in 1998
and 2002 and 2006 has served as a basis for the
Amendments and Adjustments to the Montreal Protocol
adopted in London (1990), Copenhagen (1992), Vienna
(1995), Montreal (1997), Beijing (1999) and Montreal (2007)
9. Two Co-Chairs of the Scientific Assessment Panel
of the Montreal Protocol from Africa
Mr. Piet Aucamp, from South Africa, Co-Chair of the
Scientific Assessment Panel from 1992 to 2000 and
Prof. Ayite-Lo Nohende Ajavon
Head Atmospheric Chemistry Laboratory
FDS/Universite de Lome, Togo, Co-Chair of the Scientific
Assessment Panel from 2001
10. Thank You!!
Nelson Sabogal (Mr.)
Senior Programme Officer
Technical Assistance Branch
Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Tel: +41(0) 22 917 8212
Email: Nelson.Sabogal@unep.org
Editor's Notes
A new report by IFC and the World Bank finds that of the 50 economies making the most improvement in business regulation for domestic firms since 2005, 17 are in Sub-Saharan Africa. This year ’ s report marks the 10th edition of the global Doing Business report series and over the life of the report, Africa has consistently recorded a high number of reforms. Rwanda particularly stands out as having consistently improved since 2005. A case study in this year ’ s report features Rwanda, which since 2005 has implemented 26 regulatory reforms as recorded by Doing Business . The report, Doing Business 2013: Smarter Regulations for Small and Medium-Size Enterprises , finds that from June 2011 to June 2012, 28 of 46 governments in Sub-Saharan Africa implemented at least one regulatory reform making it easier to do business—a total of 44 reforms. Burundi, with four reforms, ranks among the 10 economies worldwide that improved the most in the past year across three or more areas measured by Doing Business —the only low-income economy on the list. Yet despite those achievements, much more can be done to enable African economies to build a strong and competitive private sector. The region ’ s average ranking on the ease of doing business is 140 out of 185. Mauritius and South Africa are the only African economies among the top 40 in the global ranking. “ Doing Business is about smart business regulations, not necessarily fewer regulations, ” said Augusto Lopez-Claros, Director, Global Indicators and Analysis, World Bank Group. “ We are very encouraged that so many economies in Africa are among the 50 that have made the most improvement since 2005 as captured by the Doing Business indicators. ” African economies that have improved the most since then include Rwanda, Burkina Faso, Mali, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Burundi, Guinea-Bissau, Senegal, Angola, Mauritius, Madagascar, Mozambique, Côte d ’ Ivoire, Togo, Niger, Nigeria, and São Tomé and Príncipe.
"Many developing countries still rely on raw material exports and are vulnerable to increasing volatility in raw material prices." From the report of the Report of the Secretary-General on "International challenges for sustainable development: global policy coherence and the role of the United Nations", United Nations (A/67/274), 9 August 2012, page 4. 26. In developing countries, innovation is not a matter of pushing back the frontier of global knowledge. Rather, innovation consists of facilitating the use of existing knowledge and new technology in a domestic context. Research and development activities thus consist of the creation of knowledge, but also, and perhaps more importantly, of acquisition, adaptation, dissemination and use in local settings.(Footnote 11: Carl Dahlmann, “ Technology, globalization, and international competitiveness: challenges for developing countries ” , in David O ’ Connor and Monica Kjöllerström, eds., Industrial Development for the 21st Century: Sustainable Development Perspectives (New York: United Nations, 2007). From page 7 45. There are limited precedents for publicly guided international mechanisms of technological diffusion, but the international public policymaking capability can draw upon existing international scientific networks such as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research provides a successful example of rapidly diffusing new agricultural technologies through a publicly supported global and regional network of research institutions. The 1987 Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer16 successfully provided a global framework for sovereign States to move away from polluting technologies. Critically, it contained special support for developing countries in adapting new technologies, including the creation of a financing pool funded by developed countries, but governed jointly by contributing and beneficiary countries.17 From page 11
Stigter CJ (2005). Building stones of agrometeorological services: adaption strategies based on farmers innovations, functionality selected contemporary science and understanding of prevailing policy environments Opening key note lecture at the FPEC Symposium Fukuoka, Japan, J. Agric. Meteorol. (Japan) 60:525-528. Stigter K (2006). Scientific research in Africa in the 21 st century, in need of a change of approach, African Journal of Agricultural Reserach Vol.1, pp-005-009, August 2006 (Available online at http://www.academic journals.org/AJAR)
Guardian article: "West Africa's technological revolution driven by mobile phones", by Monica Mark, 24 September 2012. (http://www.guardian.co.uk/global-development/2012/sep/24/nigeria-mobile-phones-success-technology) Research Africa is the only publication to comprehensively track research policy across Africa ’ s capital cities and universities, providing detailed coverage of research-related issues. Compiled by our experienced editorial staff in Cape Town, South Africa, Research Africa is published online with a thorough, weekly digest of research policy news from all over the continent.
The Montreal Protocol under the Vienna Convention in Article 6, "Assessment and Review of Control Measures", defines the assessment process. One important issue is that the assessment process is separated of the political process . Tolba also observed:”that the environment can be a bridge between the worlds of East and West, and of North and South…. As a scientist, I salute you: for which this agreement the worlds of science and public affairs have taken a step closer together… a union which must guide the affairs of the world into the next century….This Protocol is a point of departure… the beginning of real work to come.”
Lessons from the Assessments for the Montreal Protocol: Wide membership : the members of the Panels ensured that the research and knowledge from all areas of the world are taken into account. As equitable as possible. Parties wanted real advice. Low cost : no consultants or consulting firm could have done this job at such low cost to the Trust Funds. Excellency : the best scientists and experts of the world. Source and transfer of knowledge : the experts in the Panels from more than 80 countries were the reference points for technical, scientific and environmental knowledge for those governments. Allowed and encouraged the transfer of knowledge from developed to developing countries. Independenc e: The members of the Panels and TOCs had a security of tenure and were not afraid to give their opinion freely. Long term process : it has involved scientists and experts since the 1970’s. Cooperation and contribution : International Agencies (FAO, UNEP, WHO, WMO, EC), National Agencies (NASA, NOAA, FAA, BMFT), Governments, Industry (AFEAS), Universities, Research Institutions, International and National Non-Governmental Organizations, among others. Respect by the Parties : No MOP or OEWG has the facts or the options with the results, or the implications for policy formulations disputed. What was left was only political bargaining.
Assessments for the Montreal Protocol Composition in 1989 Scientific Assessment Panel : From 9 developing (11 experts) and 9 developed (24 experts) and 2 international organizations.. Environmental Effects Panel : From 9 developing (14 experts) and 9 developed countries (21 experts) and 1 UNEP. Panel for Economic Assessment : 15 experts from developed countries, UNEP, World Bank and EC. Panel for Technical Assessments : Two Co-Chairs from developed countries, 5 Chapter Chairs from developed countries and, as participants and advisors, 89 from developed countries and 2 from developing countries. Composition in 1998 Scientific Assessment Panel : 305 285 developed country contributors and 20 from developing countries. Environmental Effects Panel : 100 75 and 25 Technology and Economics Assessment Panel: 748 676 and 72