THE GLOBAL
INNOVATION FAMILY
WORLD
ASSOCIATION OF
INDUSTRIAL AND
TECHNOLOGICAL
RESEARCH
ORGANIZATIONS
SPOTLIGHT
About WAITRO
The World Association of Industrial and Technological Research Organizations is a global network uniting research organizations, universities, and key stakeholders from across the innovation ecosystem. As a membership-based platform founded in 1970 by UNIDO, WAITRO offers diverse programs and services to empower our members and partners and foster collaborations across borders, industries, and research disciplines — accelerating progress towards a sustainable future.
Empowering Innovation, Driving Global Impact
At WAITRO, we connect and support innovators worldwide to address global challenges, foster sustainable development, and unlock opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Our Key Offerings
- Access to a diverse network of 180+ organizations.
- Discover resources for collaborative research and development.
- Workshops and programs tailored to drive innovation success.
“We uphold the strategic approach of co-creating and succeeding together across the globe to address complex and dynamic challenges for building smart and sustainable future.”