Asia & the Pacific

CSIR for Connect, Collaborate, Converge and Convert (5C) for Global Sustainable Development during Science Summit at 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79)

By Lei Hou|2024-09-30T06:42:30+00:0026 September 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, CSIR India, Science Summit, UNGA79|

On September 18 and 19, 2024, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the largest industrial R&D organization of

CSIR India, APCTT-UN ESCAP and WAITRO jointly organized Conclave on Policy Deliberations for Strengthening South-South Cooperation

By Lei Hou|2024-09-30T06:35:49+00:0020 September 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: APCTT-UN ESCAP, Asia & the Pacific, CSIR India, Policy, South-south cooperation|

Originally posted by Ministry of Science & Technology , India, on September 18, 2024 September 11，2024, CSIR

BRIN-TISTR Deepen their Research and Innovation Partnership in Asia & the Pacific Region

By Lei Hou|2024-09-20T06:52:03+00:0010 September 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, BRIN, Collaboration, Partnership, TISTR|

September 4-6, 2024, Jakarta, Indonesia, WAITRO members from the Asia & the Pacific region, including Indonesia's National Research and

WAITRO Secretary General Visited Asia & the Pacific Regional Focal Point TISTR

By Lei Hou|2024-08-21T08:05:15+00:0021 August 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, JITRI, Member's Outreach, NICE, TISTR|

August 14-16, 2024, Dr. Paul Burrows, Secretary General of the World Association of Industrial and Technological Research Organizations (WAITRO), a

Strengthening Global Partnerships: BRIN Collaborates with WAITRO, JITRI, ISTIC and PT. Martina Berto, Tbk. at InaRI Expo 2024

By Lei Hou|2024-08-29T05:20:49+00:0014 August 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, BRIN, Global partnerships, InaRI Expo 2024, innovation|

Cibinong, 11 August 2024 – On the closing day of the Indonesia Research and Innovation Expo 2024 (InaRI Expo

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27th General Assembly of WAITRO

By Lei Hou|2024-07-16T10:14:44+00:0016 July 2024|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, General Assembly, JITRI, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, WAITRO, WAITRO Summit 2024|

As part of the WAITRO Summit 2024 in Nanjing, P.R. China, from 13 through 15 November, delegates of full member organizations

Asia and the Pacific Regional Newsletter Issue 1- 2024 Out Now

By Lei Hou|2024-08-29T05:20:13+00:006 June 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Newsletter|

Regional News from Asia and the Pacific Region Issue 1 of the WAITRO Regional Newsletter for the Asia and the

Funding Info Day Hosted by WAITRO’s Asia-Pacific RFP TISTR

By Lei Hou|2024-08-29T05:19:40+00:008 March 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Funding opportunities, Global partnerships, innovation, RFP, TISTR|

On 28 February 2024, the virtual conference Funding Info Day was hosted by the Thailand Institute of Scientific and

WAITRO Regional Representative at the 9th India International Science Festival

By Jerin Saviour|2024-03-13T09:41:25+00:0029 January 2024|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, BRIN, Global partnerships, science and technology|

On January 17-20th 2024, the National Innovation Foundation (NIF) of India hosted the 9th India International Science Festival (IISF) at

CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences Peshawar,  joins WAITRO

By Jerin Saviour|2024-08-29T05:19:07+00:0011 December 2023|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

CECOS,  joins WAITRO as a Full Member CECOS University of IT and Emerging Sciences  situated

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WAITRO SDG2 Workgroup Webinar- Harvesting Global Solutions: Uniting for Zero Hunger Research Collaborations and Funding Opportunities

By Jerin Saviour|2023-12-06T15:11:25+00:006 December 2023|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, SDG2, Webinar|

BRIN leads the WAITRO SDG2 Working Group formed at the WAITRO Summit 2022 in Cape Town, South Africa. SDG2

Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) Joins WAITRO

By Jerin Saviour|2023-10-24T09:09:51+00:0017 October 2023|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) has recently joined WAITRO as a Full Member. HKPC, established in 1967, promotes

Shenyang Institute of Industrial Technology (SYIIT) Joins WAITRO

By Jerin Saviour|2023-10-24T09:12:57+00:0013 September 2023|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

The Shenyang Institute of Industrial Technology (SYIIT), established by the Shenyang Municipal People's Government, China has

WAITRO welcomes Avon Food Lab Pvt. Ltd.

By Jerin Saviour|2023-10-24T09:13:37+00:006 September 2023|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

Avon Food Lab Pvt. Ltd. joins WAITRO as an Associate Member Avon Food Lab Pvt.

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TISTR to host International Conference on Air Pollution, Perspective, Prevention, and Control

By Jerin Saviour|2023-10-24T09:17:35+00:0023 August 2023|Categories: Articles, General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Conference|

The Thailand Institute of Scientific and Technological Research (TISTR) is gearing up to host the  TISTR International Conference on

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The Liveability Challenge Calls You to Take Action

By WAITRO|2023-02-01T13:08:56+00:005 January 2023|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific|

More than S$2 million in project funding and investment prizes up for grabs, mentoring and networking opportunities In

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New Members of WAITRO Executive Board Elected

By WAITRO|2022-12-21T11:30:40+00:006 December 2022|Categories: General, News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, South-Africa, WAITRO Summit 2022|

Members of the Executive Board of WAITRO are elected during the 26th General Assembly in Cape Town, South Africa

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Panel Discussion at the WAITRO Summit 2022

By Karla Garcia|2022-10-26T11:08:25+00:0025 October 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Keynote Speakers, Latin America & the Caribbean, North America, Partnerships, South-Africa, Speakers, WAITRO Summit 2022|

How can WAITRO Members benefit from Financing Innovative Parternships? The panel discussion on "Financing Innovative

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Roundtable on SDG 17 at the WAITRO Summit 2022

By Luna Guevara|2022-10-17T07:55:58+00:0012 October 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Keynote Speakers, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Roundtable, Speakers, WAITRO Summit 2022|

A high-level discussion on how to revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development During the

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Capacity Development at the WAITRO Summit 2022 (Part II)

By Karla Garcia|2022-10-13T13:15:39+00:004 October 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Regional Workshop, South-Africa, WAITRO Summit 2022|

Workshops you cannot miss on the second day of the WAITRO Summit The WAITRO Summit

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Capacity Development at the WAITRO Summit 2022 (Part I)

By Karla Garcia|2022-10-13T13:03:47+00:0021 September 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, North America, Partnerships, WAITRO Summit 2022|

Four workshops you cannot miss on the first day of the WAITRO Summit The WAITRO

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SDG Working Groups Kick-off Sessions at the WAITRO Summit 2022

By Karla Garcia|2022-09-15T13:03:15+00:0014 September 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Partnerships, South-Africa, WAITRO Summit 2022|

Turning good intentions and visionary ideas into real impact The WAITRO Summit 2022 is the

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Showcase your Project at the WAITRO Summit 2022 and be Rewarded

By WAITRO|2022-09-26T08:48:36+00:0017 August 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, North America, WAITRO Summit 2022|

WAITRO will award projects with impact on SDGs during the WAITRO Summit 2022 WAITRO members are invited

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Save the Date! WAITRO Summit 2022 in South Africa

By Karla Garcia|2024-08-29T05:17:32+00:002 August 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Development, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, North America, Partnerships, SAIRA, WAITRO Summit 2022|

WAITRO’s Largest Gathering of Researchers and Innovation Stakeholders Coming Soon Passionate about driving social impact through technology

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WAITRO Event Series: Capacity Development on Diversity in International Research Cooperation

By Karla Garcia|2022-08-15T11:08:31+00:0026 July 2022|Categories: General, News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Development, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Partnerships|

Navigating Diversity in International Research Projects The WAITRO Event Series: Capacity Development on Diversity in International Research Cooperation was

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WAITRO Summit 2022 in South Africa

By Karla Garcia|2022-10-20T18:07:49+00:0019 July 2022|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, North America, Partnerships, SAIRA|

The WAITRO Summit 2022 offers the perfect opportunity for networking, learning, and initiating new collaborations to achieve the SDGs. This event will gather researchers, innovators, funders and stakeholders from different regions.

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WAITRO Horizon Europe Capacity Building & Networking Event

By WAITRO|2022-07-13T19:26:30+00:0012 July 2022|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Europe, Events, Governance, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Partnerships, SAIRA|

Potential partnerships discussed during the face-to-face event in Barcelona The WAITRO Office Germany together with the Regional

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WAITRO Horizon Europe Capacity Building & Networking Event

By WAITRO|2022-06-09T16:11:14+00:0017 May 2022|Categories: General, News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa|

Facilitating International Partnerships and Access to Horizon Europe Funding Programme WAITRO’s mission is to foster innovation on a

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WAITRO Survey Participants Have the Chance to Join Event in Barcelona

By Karla Garcia|2022-05-17T17:19:17+00:0011 May 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa|

WAITRO Will Invite Three Survey Participants to Join Networking Event and Cover Travel Expenses* At the WAITRO

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WAITRO Members Introduced Innovative Ideas on the Utilization of Microorganisms for Food, Health and Wellness

By Karla Garcia|2022-05-17T11:08:17+00:004 May 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Events, Innovation Award|

BCG and Circular Economy at the Core of the Interest for the Asia and the Pacific Regional Focal Point

WAITRO welcomes Nanjing Tech University, China

By Karla Garcia|2024-08-29T05:18:06+00:0010 March 2022|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

Nanjing Tech University joins WAITRO as a Full Member Nanjing Tech University has recently joined WAITRO as a

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WAITRO Innovation Award 2021 Finalists Announced

By Karla Garcia|2022-04-18T14:31:48+00:0021 December 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Events, Governance, Innovation Award, Latin America & the Caribbean, SAIRA|

Five Innovative Ideas on Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture compete for US$25,000 The finalists for the 2021

WAITRO welcomes BJGTX, China

By Karla Garcia|2024-08-29T05:15:54+00:0020 November 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

BJGTX joins WAITRO as an Associate Member BJGTX, Beijing Gengxia Biotechnology Co. has recently joined WAITRO as an

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How to Sell Ideas: Pitch Training for Researchers

By Karla Garcia|2021-11-15T14:06:34+00:0015 November 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Europe, Events, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa|

Dirk Lehmann on the last WAITRO Capacity Development of the year “How to Sell Ideas: Pitch Training for Researchers” the

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Eckart’s Corner – Words from the Secretary General #2-2021

By Eckart Bierdümpel|2021-12-27T14:03:03+00:0015 November 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Events, Governance, Innovation Award, Partnerships|

Dear members and friends of the Global Innovation Family, Time to update you again on what has happened in the

WAITRO welcomes BJYJTK, China

By Karla Garcia|2024-08-29T05:16:41+00:0010 November 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

BJYJTK joins WAITRO as an Associate Member BJYJTK, Beijing OriginGene-Tech Biotechnology Co., Ltd. has recently joined WAITRO as

WAITRO welcomes NJ Rubrain, China

By Karla Garcia|2021-12-21T19:49:30+00:0030 October 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

NJ Rubrain joins WAITRO as an Associate Member Nanjing Runbei Intelligent Environment Research Institute has recently joined WAITRO

WAITRO welcomes IWRP, Vietnam

By Karla Garcia|2021-12-08T15:23:37+00:0023 October 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

IWRP joins WAITRO as a Full Member IWRP, Institute of Water Resources Planning, has recently joined WAITRO as

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Resource Sharing and Win-Win Cooperation: WAITRO Workshop on Modern Sustainable Agriculture

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:46+00:005 October 2021|Categories: General, News|Tags: Action, Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development, Innovation Award, SAIRA|

The WAITRO Workshop on Modern Sustainable Agriculture was held on August 25th. Sustainable technology cooperation projects were part of it.

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WAITRO Webinar on Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) in Action

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:47+00:0030 September 2021|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Events, Innovation Award, SAIRA|

On August 24th, the WAITRO member and Regional Focal Point (RFP) for Asia and the Pacific, Thailand Institute of Scientific

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New climate-impact solutions for the G-STIC Climate Action Programme on SAIRA

By WAITRO|2024-08-29T05:14:05+00:0016 September 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East & North Africa, Partnerships, SAIRA|

New climate-impact solutions for the G-STIC Climate Action Programme are already uploaded on WAITRO's Innovation Platform SAIRA

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Working towards SDG 2: Innovative project ideas on SAIRA

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:48+00:0010 September 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Action, Africa, Asia & the Pacific, Europe, Innovation Award, Latin America & the Caribbean, Middle East & North Africa, Partnerships, SAIRA|

WAITRO is confident that science, technology and innovation are key to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Aware

WAITRO welcomes Pragati Foundation, India

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:49+00:0027 August 2021|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

The Global Innovation Family welcomes Pragati Foundation, an Indian NGO focused on supporting local farming through sustainable tecnhology.

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WAITRO Innovation Award 2020 Winners Interview: Project Details, Challenges, Learnings and Expectations – INECOL & TISTR

By WAITRO|2022-04-18T14:31:37+00:0019 August 2021|Categories: General, News|Tags: Action, Asia & the Pacific, Innovation Award, Latin America & the Caribbean|

Prof. Eugenia J. Olguín from INECOL talks about her experience in the race for the WAITRO Innovation Award 2020, project details and what is to come.

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UNIDO Global Call 2021 Launched

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:51+00:0022 July 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Events|

UNIDO officially launched its Global Call 2021 on July 9th at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC2021), International AI City Forum, in Shanghai, China.

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Workshop on the APEC Energy Smart Communities Initiative Best Practices Awards

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:31:51+00:0022 July 2021|Categories: General, News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development|

On May 28th, the APEC Energy Smart Communities Initiative (ESCI) Best Practices Awards workshop was hosted as part of the Capacity Development Program.

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Eckart’s Corner – Words from the Secretary General #1-2021

By WAITRO|2021-12-27T14:03:18+00:0028 June 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Innovation Award, Latin America & the Caribbean, Partnerships, SAIRA|

Dear member and friends of the Global Innovation Family, Unfortunately, the pandemic is still “on” in most countries. I sincerely

WAITRO welcomes NHA, Thailand

By Karla Garcia|2024-08-29T05:15:15+00:0025 June 2021|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, New member|

NHA joins WAITRO as a Full Member NHA, National Housing Authority, has recently joined WAITRO as a Full

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The Beginning of a New Journey

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:33:19+00:0016 October 2020|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Governance|

JITRI, which hosts the WAITRO Office China, recently moved to new headquarters in the Jiangbei New District of Nanjing.

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Personal Perspectives – Restarting the WAITRO Office China

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:33:41+00:0011 May 2020|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Governance|

The WAITRO Office China is operated by JITRI, headquartered in Nanjing, China and as such, it was probably the first part of WAITRO to experience the disruption and isolation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Workshops in Malaysia

By WAITRO|2021-10-22T15:33:44+00:006 May 2019|Categories: News|Tags: Asia & the Pacific, Capacity Development|

The past days, WAITRO held a Capacity Development Program in cooperation with SIRIM Berhad in Shah Alam, Malaysia with more than 80 participants from 17 countries.