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Global Perspective on Higher Education |
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 Universities as Centres of Research and Knowledge Creation: An Endangered Species? Today, unprecedented emphasis is being placed on research as key motor for advancing the knowledge society and its offspring, the knowledge economy. Consequently, “research on the state of research” has moved high on the priority agendas for governments, for their specialized agencies and bodies devoted to this area, and for higher education institutions. Against this background, the central premise of the 2006 Global Colloquium of the UNESCO Forum for higher education Research and Knowledge “Universities as Centres of Research and Knowledge Creation-An Endangered Species” was that research is a key ingredient in the institutional identity of universities and an indispensable prerequisite for a successful programme of teaching and public service. Based on contributions to this Colloquium authors from twenty countries from all regions of the world analyse aspects related to the research function of universities. The book primarily addresses the variety and gaps in higher education across the globe, concentrating on the challenges to transitional and developing countries. It addresses the related issues of research capacity, research productivity and research relevance and utility. Research capacity appears as a necessary, but not sufficient, condition for research productivity; and research productivity must be assessed in terms of utility and relevance. This book provides a global range of insights both for policy makers and for higher education and research communities. To read Prof. J.G.M Massaquoi’s contribution to this book, Science and Technology Human Resource Capacity Building in Africa-The Role of Regional Cooperation, click on the book thumbnail above.
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UNESCO/ANSTI Diaspora Award |
2008
UNESCO/ANSTI is inviting African scientists working in the Diaspora to apply for the above award. The award is offered to scientists who wish to attend scientific thematic conferences and workshops in Africa. Students studying outside the African continent do NOT qualify. The award which will not exceed $2000 will cover the the cost of the air ticket, cost of accommodation and a daily subsistence amounts for the duration of the conference. Women scientists working in the Diaspora are particularly encouraged to apply. The application should include the following documents: 1. Letter of invitation from the conference organizers 2. A letter accepting the paper you wish to present 3. Your curriculum vitae 4. Abstract of the Paper to be presented at the conference or workshop 5. A budget breakdown of expected expenses and 6. The Conference Programme showing your presentation slot. and should be sent to the address below or to
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ANSTI Coordinator UNESCO Nairobi Office, Room C-116 P.O. BOX 30592, 00100, Nairobi Kenya Tel: +254-20-7622619/20 Fax+254-20-7622538 |
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Support for Female DAAD Alumni |
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), through African Network of Scientific and Technological Institution (ANSTI), is offering support to DAAD women alumni scientists, to participate at scientific events such as conferences and workshops, under its DAAD Alumni Programme. An application with information on the event, programme, and budget should be sent to ANSTI Secretariat on this email
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This support will only cater for travel expenses, accommodation and meals of the scholars. |
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – The African Climate Change Fellowship Program |
 | | Applications are invited for the inaugural round of African Climate Change Fellowships. The African Climate Change Fellowship Program (ACCFP) aims to support African professionals, researchers and graduate students to undertake activities that will enhance their capacities for advancing and applying knowledge for climate change adaptation in Africa. The program is jointly administered by the global change SysTem for Analysis, Research and Training (START), the Institute of Resource Assessment (IRA) of the University of Dar es Salaam and the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), with financial support from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Canada. This Call for Applications is extended to researchers, scientists, and academics working in fields related to climate change and climate change adaptation as well as professionals and practitioners with experience and responsibilities related to policy, planning or management of climate sensitive resources, sectors, systems or livelihoods. A variety of Fellowship types are offered to support projects, research, and other activities that advance adaptation in Africa. The Fellowships range in duration from 2-18 months, and award amounts range from USD $5,000 - $36,000, depending on Fellowship type. Eligibility is limited to citizens of member states of the African Union who are 40 years of age or younger. A description of each Fellowship type and instructions and guidelines for preparing and submitting an application to be an ACCFP Fellow are provided in the 2008 Call for Applications. The 2008 Call for Applications and other required application materials are available on the Pan-African START Secretariat's website at: https://mail.unesco.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://accfp.pass-africa.org/. If you have questions about the ACCFP and this Call for Applications or if you have trouble accessing the ACCFP website and application materials, please contact the Pan-African START Secretariat at
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Europe-Africa Frontier Research Conference |
25 July 2008
INFECTIOUS DISEASES: FROM BASIC TO TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH The conference will concentrate on basic sciences in order to promote research and cooperation in an area that is generally regarded as of minor importance and therefore does not attract adequate funding in developing countries Extensive public interest in HIV/AIDS has resulted in diversion of attention to other infectious diseases, even though they still remain a key concern in all countries. In a globalised world almost every issue that concerns Africa affects the developed world, and vice versa. This meeting will focus on the basic mechanisms underlying infectious diseases and explore how they may be applied to drug development and other intervention strategies. The conference will highlight excellence in European and African research in an ‘open forum format’ of plenary discussions and lively interactions both inside and outside the conference room. It is anticipated that this format will help both formal and informal knowledge exchange between leading scientists and young researchers to create new synergies resulting in intercontinental research projects and joint funding applications. Scientists from academia and industry worldwide are invited to apply to attend this conference. Selection will be based on academic merit, with the objective of achieving a balance between African and European participants and with a special focus on young researchers. In order to enable the largest possible number of scientists to attend, a number of travel and conference grants will be made available. For more information, please visit the conference website |
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ICASE Africa Regional Conference |
30 June 2008 International Council of Associations for Science Education (ICASE) will be holding a regional conference on Challenges to Sustainable Development in Africa through Science and Technology Education in Abuja, Nigeria, May 24 - 28, 2009, under the theme, Meeting the Challenges of Sustainable Development in Africa through Science and Technology Education. Objectives The ICASE-2009 Africa Conference will · review development in Africa in all its facets with a view to identifying key challenges that can be addressed through science and technology education; · examine the role of science and technology education for relevance in meeting the challenges facing the region especially in agriculture/food security, poverty alleviation, HIV and AIDS, and peace building; · Suggest effective science and technology education/methodologies especially in curriculum development, the role of the teacher and teacher development, and bridging the digital divide. · propose strategies for strengthening sub-regional and regional partnerships in supporting the delivery of quality science and technology education; · specify the role of science and technology education in promoting sustainable development through sub-regional (e.g. ECOWAS and SADC) and regional (e.g. NEPAD) networks; and · Develop an Action Plan on science and technology education for sustainable development in Africa. For More information on the conference, please download the Conference Brochure and registration form below. Brochure Registration Form |
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ANSTI Strategic Plan 2007 - 2011 : : Download |
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State of Science and Technology Training Institutions in Africa
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Revitalizing Science and Technology Training Institutions in Africa : : Download |
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ANSTI Journal of Science and Technology
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