SATN Conference 2010 - Dr Phil Mjwara

DST Recent policy developments Dr. Phil Mjwara Director – General: Department of Science and Technology Presented to the SATN 1 October 2010

Contents ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

The Policy trajectory since 1994 Strategic mapping OECD Review of SA NSI NSI SWOT Benchmarked NR&D Strategy S&T missions ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],10Yr Innovation Plan ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],ST&I investment plan based on strategic priorities S&T White Paper 1996 2002 ‘ 04 2007 ‘ 06 ‘ 05 Developing the NSI Creation of DST Separation from DAC Defining role of DST Strategic Framework

Science and Technology missions ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

R&D Strategy ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

The Knowledge Economy The Four Pillars of the Knowledge Economy

Towards a Knowledge-Based Economy ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Global Knowledge Economy Indices (KEI) Source: World Bank Institute (2004)

Path towards a knowledge-based economy ,[object Object]

Ten year innovation plan ,[object Object],International relations and technology transfer strategies Enablers Farmer to pharma Human & social Dynamics Climate change Energy Space science Technology development and innovation Human capital - Centres of excellence, South African research chairs initiative, professional development programme, etc. Cross- cutting enablers Grand challenges Knowledge infrastructure – Science councils, state-owned enterprises, global projects

5.3. The Five Grand Challenges (TYIP) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Recent policy developments (cont.) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

“ Intermediate VC” “ Classic VC” Private Equity “ Early Stage” Bridging the “Chasm” PPP’s Basic Research Applied Research Tech Development Manufacturing Innovation Chain IP Value Science Councils Universities Industry Performers TIA Support

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Competency centre Competence Capabilities (in Science Councils, Universities and Private Sector) Technology Platforms Potential products Capability gap

Titanium Centre of Competence SA Ti Industry Market Development Supplier Development Industrialisation & Commercialisation Primary Titanium Metal Production CSIR Mintek UP, Necsa Thermtron Investment Casting of Titanium CSIR UCT US Boeing R&D Platforms Joining of Titanium NMMU NLC CPUT Powder Based Processing of Titanium CSIR NIMS (Japan) ULIM, WITS, SU Mintek, CUT, NLC Technology Development Machining of Titanium US UJ UCT CSIR Forming of Titanium (Later) Simulation and Modelling: ULim(Ab Initio), CSIR(FEM, ProCast, Ab Initio), UCT(FEM, Proc. Mod.), CPUT(Weld Sim), UKZN Laboratories & R&D Facilities: CSIR, UCT, UP, US, NMMU, CUT, Mintek, Necsa, NLC Physical Metallurgy of Titanium: UP, UCT, UKZN Additive Manufacturing of Titanium CUT NLC Aerosud

Co-investments with Industry ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Indigenous Medicinal Plants ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],commercially production of indigenous herbs scientifically-proven to possess medicinal properties & to upscale to post-harvest primary processing to manufacture supplementary medicines, nutritional supplements, and provide raw materials (inputs) for R&D, leading to further products (extractions, drugs, and molecules) development, and ultimately industry.

Recent Policy Developments Cont. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Ten year innovation plan ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Global change Grand Challenge ,[object Object],[object Object]

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Centre of Excellence Applied Centre for Climate and Earth Systems Studies ( ACCESS ) Global Change, Society, and Sustainability South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) Africa Earth Observation Network (AEON) programmes Inkaba ye Africa/ Ikhure Africa Space Agency (Global Change Monitoring Network) South African Risk and Vulnerability Atlas (R&V Atlas) SA Polar Research Entity Bureau on Global Change Science Global Change Performance and Investment Council Knowledge Brokering Support Unit

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Space Grand challenge Building Blocks Earth Observation Space Science & Exploration Navigation Communication Enabling Technologies Mission Development Space Mission Applications Space Awareness Thematic Areas Functional Programmes Supporting Platforms Public Awareness Safety and Security Environment & Resource Management Innovation & Economic Growth Strategic Goals Human Capital Infrastructure International Partnerships

Space Applications Systems Engineering HUB Down Stream Universities Research Chairs CoCs R&D Institutions Private Sector Optronics/SAR Space Materials Electronics & Software Space Engineering Up Stream Data Processing Earth Observation Communications Navigation Space Science International Partners International Partners

Up Stream Career Decision Pre Grade 9 Post Grade 9 Space School Space Cadet Teacher Training Media Campaigns Promotional Material Exhibitions Schools Public Awareness

Down Stream Professional Development Programme Career Development Winter Sessions Universities Research Chairs CoCs R&D Institutions Private Sector Annual Space Forum

10 Year Programme of Activities

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