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TWAS-ROSSA
TWAS Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa

4th YOUNG SCIENTISTS’ REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT
AND CALL FOR APPLICATION TO PARTICIPATE ON

"Science and Technology (S&T) Enterprises in Africa”

TWAS, the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World - Regional Office for Sub Saharan Africa, (TWAS-ROSSA), will hold its fourth young scientists’ conference in Nairobi, Kenya. The Conference will take place from 7-9 December 2009. The theme of the conference, as indicated above, is “S & T Enterprises in Africa” and will aim to:

· Address the potential behind science and technology (S&T) enterprises in enhancing Africa’s economic growth;
· Provide guidelines in intelligent property rights ownership;
· Bring together scientists and entrepreneurs who will address how to effectively market applied science and technology; and
· Advocate for science and technology and the appropriate policies for the relevant research and development for more entrepreneurial output

A detailed write-up on this theme is enclosed for your information. The Conference will provide a platform for young (below 45 years of age) and senior scientists to take stock of advancements in the profitable application of research and development of science and technology in Africa, as well as to exchange ideas and map the way forward for innovative networking mechanisms among scientists within the region.

There will be keynote addresses in plenary sessions by renowned experts, followed by in-depth analysis in working group discussions. Invitation is also extended to young scientists to make presentations in their research areas with a focus on science and technology enterprises. Selected applicants will be requested to provide these presentations in narrative and PowerPoint formats in advance.

TWAS-ROSSA will cover travel (only from within sub-Saharan Africa on economy class), accommodation, meals and local transportation costs for selected participants. This support has been made possible by TWAS Offices in Trieste, Italy.

Application form for the Conference is attached. The form should be filled and submitted electronically together with the applicants’ curriculum vitae (CV). Additional information can also be accessed on www.aasciences.org under the TWAS-ROSSA subsite.

Please note that:
Applications to participate should only be made by young scientists below the age of 45 years.
The deadline for all applications to reach TWAS-ROSSA offices based at the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) is 30 July 2009.
Official invitation letters shall be circulated to successful applicants before 10 August 2009. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

For any additional enquiries about the Conference, please contact:
Ms Rahab Gitahi
TWAS- Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa
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Fax Number: +254 20 884406; or Telephone Number: +254 20 884404