Enhancing the capacity of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) is vital to the socio-economic well-being of the world. This session will explore how to harness the potential of STI for sustainable development, and outline a road map for implementing a growing pool of economic and social opportunities to deliver sustainable growth for all.

KEY ISSUES 

1. What is the foundation of a good capacity-building program for STI?

2. How can virtual science centers, museums and other innovations in capacity-building models and products help reinvent your future growth?

3. What should developing countries do to benefit from proven and well-documented STI initiatives in the U.S., China, Finland and Ireland?

4. How must higher-education institutions effectively engage future generations to take up careers in science and technology?

5. How do we strengthen the exchange and cooperation of STI talent in order to speed up the development of Bio & Nano Businesses?

6. What open-source STI trends will affect reform and change initiatives in governments and businesses through 2010?

7. What are the critical decisions to be made to help you create knowledge-based "open source communities"?