R&D Infrastructure, Investment & Innovation Africa Summit 2013

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1 AMC International Proudly Presents: R&D Infrastructure, Investment & Innovation Africa Summit th 13 th November 2013, Southern Sun O R Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa Highlighting Effective Strategies for Creating and Sustaining Knowledge-Based Economies throughout the African Continent Benefits of Attending: Gain an in-depth knowledge of Africa s R&D activities across disciplines and industries Examine best practices in building R&D capacity within your organisation Learn more about how African countries are partnering in efforts to improve knowledge and technology transfer Identify emerging areas of innovation that could have a significant impact on your company s bottom-line Explore available government incentives for engaging in R&D Network with your peers from throughout Africa to strengthen the continents scientific community SUMMIT ENDORSED BY: Key Speakers Include: Dr Daniel Adams, Chief Director: Emerging Areas and Infrastructure, Department of Science and Technology, South Africa Dr Felix Sunmonu, Director: Planning, R&D, Ministry of Science and Technology, Nigeria Dr Ahmed Saleh, Head of Innovation Management Unit: Research, & Innovation Programme, Ministry of Scientific Research, Egypt Octavia Phayane, Director: Change and Transformation, The Presidency Prof. Mohammed Jeenah, Executive Director: R&D, Agricultural Research Council Prof. Nelson Ijumba, Deputy Vice Chancellor: Research, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Dr Neville Comins, Founding CEO, The Innovation Hub, Consultant, Innovation Systems and Science Park Dr Rob Adam, Group Executive: Nuclear, Aveng Dr Thulani Dlamini, Executive: Research and, Sasol Group Technology Andrew Purnell, Head of Innovation and Marketing, NCC Environmental Services Ashley Bhugwandin, Manager: Technology Localisation Implementation Unit, CSIR Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, GM: R&D and Innovation, The Innovation Hub Dr Nthabiseng Motsemme, Director: Post-graduate & Research Capacity, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Prof Stephanie Burton, Vice Principal, University of Pretoria Humphrey Sithole, R&D Node Manager, Element Six Dov Paluch, Managing Director, Catalyst Research Accredited Training Provider By Services SETA Accreditation No Tel: +27 (0) Fax: +27 (0) benitam@amc-intsa.com Website: P O Box Craighall 2024 SOUTH AFRICA

2 WELCOME... Dear R&D Executive It is every man's obligation to put back into the world at least the equivalent of what he takes out of it. - Albert Einstein Expanding Africa s role as a knowledge contributor on a global scale requires a concerted effort from all key stakeholders. The consistently low contribution Africa has made over the past decade to global R&D less than 1% annually - has raised concerns particularly as Africa, together with Asia, are the main beneficiaries of EU funding specifically allocated for funding research and development projects. The mass exodus of skilled professionals, averaging annually, has hampered the continents efforts to improve its infrastructure and produce significant research which could potentially have a global impact. The lack of brick-and-mortar facilities has also contributed towards the deceleration of research particularly in pertinent areas of socio-economic significance such as food security, emerging infectious diseases and ICT infrastructure. It is no longer sufficient for donors and governments to pump funding into R&D. A wide-scale innovation systems shift is needed in order to propel Africa s scientific contributions which could translate into societal change and economic growth. Join us at AMC s inaugural R&D Infrastructure, Investment and Innovation Africa Conference where African governments, corporate leaders and scholars will be discussing key strategic and logistical challenges as well as presenting innovative solutions that could potentially improve the state of African research and development. Key issues to be discussed include: Examining the current state of R&D infrastructure on the African continent The brain drain phenomenon and skills capacity development in science and technology Mobilising government support for agricultural R&D Building innovation systems and relevant policies throughout the African continent Fast-tracking South Africa s research, development and innovation initiatives to make significant contributions to Africa s development Africa s contribution to global medical research - The Success Story WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Group Executive: Research and Research Manager Chief Executive Officer Chief Technology Officer Senior Researcher Project Manager Head of Research Director Research Fellow Head of Communicable Diseases Program Manager Project Manager Research Scientist Head of School Dean Deputy Dean Research Unit Manager / Director Research Fellow Lab coordinator Senior lecturer Emeritus Professor Deputy Director: Assistant Director Director: Special Projects I look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be an exciting event. Kind regards, Sphelele Vilakazi Senior Project Manager AMC International

3 Copyright 2013 AMC. All Rights Reserved. The format, design, content and arrangement of this brochure constitute a trademark of AMC. Unauthorized reproduction will be actionable under South African Law. Draft Forum Program (Subject to Change) Summit Programme Day 1: 11 November :00 REGISTRATION & EARLY MORNING REFRESHMENTS 08:45 CHAIRPERSON S WELCOME AND OPENING ADDRESS AFRICA S INFRASTRUCTURE CHALLENGE: PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE PROSPECTS 09:00 EXAMINING THE CURRENT STATE OF R&D INFRASTRUCTURE ON THE AFRICAN CONTINENT Looking at key trends in R&D infrastructure development and investment throughout the African continent Understanding the overall economic value of encouraging local research and development An overview of existing and emerging challenges threatening the development and success of R&D centers in Africa New strategies that have the potential for ensuring the viability of Africa as an international knowledge contributor Dr. Robert Adam, Group Executive: Nuclear, Aveng 09:45 AN OVERVIEW OF NIGERIA S R&D CAPACITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE Looking at the role the Nigerian government is playing in building the country s research capacity Examining the contribution R&D has on the GERD portion of the GDP in Nigeria Understanding the need for collaborations with the private sector and international agencies Looking ahead: How Nigeria plans on sustaining its contribution to African knowledge building Dr Felix Sunmonu, Director: Planning, Research and, Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, Nigeria 10:30 MID-MORNING REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING INNOVATION, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT IN AGRICULTURE 11:00: EMERGING CHALLENGES IN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: Land availability and use in terms of the Land Reforms Act. Meeting the skills shortage Bridging the content and language divide: Converting research findings into practical innovative solutions The need for local funders Prof. Mohammed Jeenah, Executive Director: R&D, Agricultural Research Council 11:45 CASE STUDY: LESSONS LEARNED FROM DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING AN INNOVATION SYSTEM AND INNOVATIVE CLIENT SOLUTIONS IN A MEDIUM-SIZED ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANCY Andrew Purnell, Head of Innovation and Marketing, NCC Environmental Services 12:30 LUNCH AND NETWORKING ENHANCING INNOVATION CAPACITY AND SUSTAINING INVESTMENT IN R&D 13:30 BUILDING INNOVATION SYSTEMS AND RELEVANT POLICIES THROUGHOUT THE AFRICAN CONTINENT Looking at strategies for engaging national, regional, local and sector-specific stakeholders in building innovation systems in Africa Examining the role of business in generating and implementing innovation Determining and quantifying the demand for innovation in order to create and implement action policies Measuring the strength of the linkages between the stakeholders Dr Neville Comins, Founding CEO, The Innovation Hub, Consultant, Innovation Systems and Science Park 14:15 EMERGING INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND AREAS OF RESEARCH THAT WILL BE OF SIGNIFICANCE IN THE NEAR FUTURE An overview of new research areas that promise to deliver tangible benefits in human nutrition, ICT and healthcare Getting investor buy-in on new research projects that may require a long term investment Building relationships between investors and researchers to ensure a return on investment Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, GM: R&D and Innovation, The Innovation Hub 15:00 AFTERNOON TEA BREAK TECHNOLOGY LOCALISATION AND SKILLS CAPACITY BUILDING 15:30 CASE STUDY: THE TECHNOLOGY LOCALIZATION PROJECT CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES Ashley Bhugwandin, Manager: Technology Localisation Implementation Unit, CSIR 16:15 EXAMINING THE EFFECTS OF THE BRAIN DRAIN PHENOMENON ON THE AFRICAN CONTINENT An overview of the industries that are impacted the most by the exodus of skilled professionals out of Africa Understanding the main reasons why highly skilled professionals are leaving the continent Looking at practical steps that can be taken to attract and retain skilled professionals within the R&D sector Octavia Phayane, Director: Change and Transformation, The Presidency 17:00 CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRMAN

4 Copyright 2013 AMC. All Rights Reserved. The format, design, content and arrangement of this brochure constitute a trademark of AMC. Unauthorized reproduction will be actionable under South African Law. Draft Forum Program (Subject to Change) Summit Programme Day 2: 12 November :00 REGISTRATION & EARLY MORNING REFRESHMENTS 08:45 CHAIRPERSON S WELCOME AND OPENING ADDRESS Dr Neville Comins, Founding CEO, The Innovation Hub, Consultant, Innovation Systems and Science Park THE BUSINESS OF R&D AND EXPANDING AFRICA S STAKE IN THE PIE 09:00 LOOKING AT THE CONTRIBUTION OF R&D TO THE BOTTOM LINE ON A NATIONAL AND CORPORATE LEVEL Examining Africa s Gross Expenditure on Research and (GERD) as a percentage of GDP Are there existing tangible benefits that can be derived from an increase in GERD in Africa? Understanding the role of corporate research centers in meeting Africa s research and innovation developmental goals Looking at the relationship between an increased GERD and the overall economic health of leading world economies Dr. Daniel Adams, Chief Director: Emerging Areas and Infrastructure, Department of Science and Technology, South Africa 09:45 CREATING SYNERGY BETWEEN ACADEMIA AND INDUSTRY: A ROAD TO INNOVATION Dr Ahmed Saleh, Head of Innovation Management Unit: Research, & Innovation Programme, Ministry of Scientific Research, Egypt 10:30 MID-MORNING REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING BREAKOUT SESSIONS SESSION A: R&D INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN ENGINEERING AND MINING 11:00 THE POTENTIAL FOR R&D INVESTMENT IN THE ENGINEERING & BUILT SCIENCES AS PART OF THE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2020 An overview of the National Plan Looking at the integral role innovation in the engineering science plays in meeting the purpose of the NDP Building a sustainable research culture in Africa s mining sector in order to maximize natural resources and create employment Humphrey Sithole, R&D Node Manager, Element Six 11:45 THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Prof. Nelson Ijumba, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal SESSION B: ADVANCES IN RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE FIELDS OF PHARMACEUTICS, HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY & NUTRITION 11:00 AFRICA S DRUG RESEARCH AND MANUFACTURING CAPACITY Examining the technical, capital and expertise requirements needed to fast-track Africa s contribution to global medical research Looking at current legislative frameworks that are conducive to local production of pharmaceuticals Promoting the transfer of technologies between researchers to enhance the industry 11:45 AFRICA S CONTRIBUTION TO GLOBAL MEDICAL RESEARCH - THE SUCCESS STORY Looking at Africa s contribution to global stem cell research An overview of the underlying factors that have continued to feed development in the medical field in terms of R&D Building a case for investing further funds into medical research on the African continent in line with global trends What the future holds for medical research and increasing the value of Africa s contributions on a global scale 12:30 LUNCH AND NETWORKING ACCESSING FUNDING AND INCENTIVES FOR R&D 13:30 AVAILABLE GOVERNMENT INCENTIVES FOR ENGAGING IN R&D ACTIVITIES Looking at the tax incentives currently in place for organisations engaged or looking into participating in some form of research activity Accessing government s cash-back incentive for R&D activity Examining other means of funding readily available to companies currently engaged in R&D activities Assessing the requirements that need to be met in order to access R&D incentives Dov Paluch, Managing Director, Catalyst Research PARTNERING WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR TO DEVELOP NEW TECHNOLOGIES 14:15 CASE STUDY: CREATING NEW AREAS OF RESEARCH THE BLACKBERRY APPS LAB Prof Stephanie Burton, Vice Principal, University of Pretoria 15:00 AFTERNOON REFRESHMENTS 15:30 ROUND TABLE SESSION: FAST-TRACKING SOUTH AFRICA S RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION

5 INITIATIVES TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO AFRICA S DEVELOPMENT During this session, delegates will get a chance to have their questions answered by knowledgeable experts from some of South Africa s leading organisations. The panel of speakers will also discuss some of the key challenges that they have experienced in leading R&D activities within their organisations as well as suggest some possible solutions to increasing South Africa s influence as a R&D centre for Africa. Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, GM: R&D and Innovation, The Innovation Hub Dr Nthabiseng Motsemme, Director: Post-graduate and Research Capacity, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Prof. Mohammed Jeenah, Executive Director: R&D, Agricultural Research Council Dr Thulani Dlamini, Executive: Research and, Sasol Group Technology Humphrey Sithole, R&D Node Manager, Element Six Dr Neville Comins, Founding CEO, The Innovation Hub, Consultant, Innovation Systems and Science Park 17:00 CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHAIRMAN Day 3: 13 November 2013 Post-Summit Masterclass Non-Technological, Human-Centred And Design-Driven Paths Towards Innovation And Growth This interactive workshop will cover: Introduction to the concept of non-technological, human-centred and design-driven innovation The development of design practice focusing on the dramatic changes in design application and practise during the last two decades Design methodology searching the core of it, how to benefit from it, and how can it be framed to accommodate different environments and expectations Contextual analysis how to better understand and frame the context of a new development aiming for more systemic solutions Strategic and contextual framing redefining objectives of innovation and developing strategies for more sustainable solutions Individual versus collective practise one of the most significant shifts of design practise working with design as part of a value chain Merging strategic thinking with design practice case based exercises ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR: STEINAR VALADE-AMLAND, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THREE POINT ZERO, DENMARK Trained as an economist focusing on management, Steinar has extensive experience from Norway and Denmark in Norway primarily with sales, marketing and PR, before his career continued in Denmark in 1989 in managerial positions within export, marketing and product management - leading to the design industry as an account director and later CEO of one of Denmark's leading brand design agencies. Since 2000 and until 2012, Steinar has headed Danish Designers - parallel with holding numerous honorary positions and being in demand as speaker, guest lecturer, commentator and columnist, workshop moderator and process facilitator in Denmark and abroad. Workshop Agenda 08:00 Registration & Morning Refreshments 09:00 SESSION 1 10:30 Mid-morning Refreshments 11:00 SESSION2 12:30 Networking Lunch 13:30 SESSION 3 15:00 End of Workshop

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