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Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI)
The aim of this activity was to undertake research, conduct training, provide policy advice and disseminate information on the role of science, technology and innovation in economic growth in developing countries. It stressed the importance of integrating environmental considerations into economic growth and adjusting institutions to reflect the needs of sustainable development. It focused on how to mobilize the world’s scientific and technical knowledge to solve global development challenges. Specific subactivities under STI included biotechnology and globalization, agricultural productivity in the tropics, environmentally sound and small-scale technologies, public perception of new technologies, technical education, and science and technology advice. The activity was a joint effort of the Center for International Development at Harvard University and the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University. It was implemented in cooperation with the Program in Science, Technology and Society at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
At Harvard, the project was led by
Calestous Juma, Professor of the Practice of International Development
at the Kennedy School of Government, and by Beatriz de Castro-Fialho, a
Pre-Doctoral Fellow at the Kennedy School in Spring 2004. For more information, please contact Professor
Calestous Juma at the Kennedy School or visit the web site for the
Belfer Center's
Science, Technology and Globalization Project.
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Biotechnology and Globalization
Science, Technology and Globalization
United Nations Task Force on Technology
The rapid introduction of products derived from modern agricultural biotechnology in the global economy has been accompanied by controversies over their potential impacts on human health, environment and farming systems. This subprogram examined the role of agricultural biotechnology in the global economy, with specific emphasis on developing countries. It was implemented with financial support from the Rockefeller Foundation, the Center for International Development at Harvard University and the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University, Kennedy School of Government, and Harvard University.
The overall aim of the Biotechnology and Globalization subprogram was to undertake research, promote policy consultations and disseminate information on the implications of biotechnology for development. It also contributed to training in science and technology policy analysis. More specifically, the project aimed to: (1) undertakes research on key areas of relevance to developing countries; (2) promote consultations on the policy aspects of biotechnology in developing countries; and (3) disseminate the results of the research and consultations widely through the internet and other means.
The Biotechnology and Globalization program covers ten projects:
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Seminar Series
| Spring 2003 | Seminar on Technological Innovation and Development |
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Fall 2002 - Spring 2003 |
Seminar on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development |
| Spring 2001 | Science, Technology and Innovation Seminar: Global Governance of Biotechnology |
Workshops and Conferences
| June 3-4, 2004 | International Conference on Technological Innovation and Development: Lessons from Taiwan |
| Nov 20, 2002 | Symposium on the Geospatial Society: Geographical Information Systems at Harvard and Beyond |
| Sept 23-24, 2002 | International Conference on Science, Technology and Innovation: Emerging International Policy Issues |
| Feb 6-9, 2002 | International Workshop on Science, Technology and Sustainability: Harnessing Institutional Synergies |
| Sept 24-25, 2001 | Conference on Biotechnology and Globalization: Ethical Considerations |
| Sept 11-13, 2001 | International Conference on Globalization of Research and Development: Challenges and Opportunities for Developing Countries |
| Apr 20-21, 2001 | Workshop on Global Governance of Technology |
| Oct 16-17, 2000 | Conference on Raising Agricultural Productivity in the Tropics: Biophysical Challenges for Technology and Policy |
| Sept 22-23, 2000 | International Conference on Biotechnology in the Global Economy: Science and the Precautionary Principle |
| May 23, 2000 | International Symposium on Priorities for Nutrition Research in Developing Countries |
| Feb 28, 2000 | International Workshop on Antibiotic Resistance: Global Policies and Options |
| Sept 2-3, 1999 | International Conference on Biotechnology in the Global Economy |
| May 14, 1999 | Agricultural Research in Africa: Technological Opportunities and Institutional Challenges |
For more information, visit the STI Events Page.
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The purpose of this forum was to promote exchange of views on topical issues related to biotechnology and development. We welcomed viewpoints of no more than 800 words on: the evolution of the biotechnology industry; biotechnology in international trade; intellectual property rights in biotechnology; biotechnology and international relations; bioprospecting; biotechnology in developing countries; environmental aspects of biotechnology; biotechnology and human health; and ethics, social values and biotechnology. The viewpoints were considered and posted as received, except for adjustments to titles and simple formatting. Responsibility for the views expressed in the contributions lies with the authors.
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Discussion Papers (Papers submitted to STI or written by STI members)
Policy Papers (Papers covering specific issues written by STI members)
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