The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, in association with IASP presents

IASP Africa 2013

8 - 10 April 2013

CONFERENCE THEME

Factors critical to the success of Science and Technology Parks in emerging economies.

CONFERENCE DATE

8 – 10 April 2013

CONFERENCE VENUE

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Conference Centre, Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

THE CONFERENCE TOPICS

Proceedings at the conference will follow a workshop based format. Tentative topics

• Science and Technology parks: A Global perspective
• Science and Technology parks: An African perspective
• MNEs: Innovation conduit or extractor?
• Regional supply side incentives in stimulating innovation
• Knowledge linkages: Fact or fantasy?
• Incubation: Driving innovation from infancy to maturity
• Science parks as a stimulus for regional development in Africa

THE CONFERENCE AIMS

The conference specifically aims to:

• Define the role of Science and Technology parks in Africa.
• Investigate supply side incentives to stimulate innovation on the African continent.
• Foster linkages between local and international Science Parks, public- and private economic development practitioners and knowledge institutions.
• Showcase key development initiatives in Africa.
• Establish a platform for sustained development founded on cutting edge innovation.