The objectives of this program are to clarify current and emerging knowledge-based issues associated with new technologies in the South and promote S&T and innovation public policy dialogues and analysis at the local, national, regional and international levels in partnership with research institutions, civil society, government, academia and industry.

This work grew out of a Centre-wide Task Force on Biotechnology and Emerging Technologies that was established in December 2002 (see link below).

• Task Force on Biotechnology and Emerging Technologies