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International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP) 33rd IASP World Conference and new International Board
Skolkovo Technopark with MSU Technopark and Technopark Strogino, with the support of
Moscow City Government, recently hosted the 33rd IASP World Conference in Moscow, Russia
on September 19th -22nd 2016. With the theme of “The Global Mind - linking innovation
communities for internationalization, sustainability and growth,” this conference deepens our
understanding of how Science Parks and other Areas of Innovation can use the Global Mind —
setting common goals and strengthening connectivity— for the benefit of their innovation
communities (businesses, entrepreneurs, researchers and technicians) as well as for their
cities and regions.
Science parks and other areas of innovation are environments where the Global Mind can
flourish and develop naturally. They provide space, facilities and services especially tailored
for these kinds of communities and they offer a unique way to think, connect and interact.
This collaborative nature stems from strong local roots, but also provides privileged access to
international networks, markets and partnerships. Dynamic links among STPs and AOIs from
all over the world are essential to make the most of this international dimension. This
local/global duality is one of the constitutive features of STPs and AIs.
Held in three different venues – Skolkovo Technopark, the World Trade Center and MSU
Science Park, it showcased the flourishing science park and area of innovation community in
Moscow, fast becoming one of the biggest tech hubs in Europe. It is the first time an IASP
World Conference has taken place in Russia, recognising its growing role in the international
innovation community.
The IASP World Conference is a knowledge community in action, a global gathering of 58
speakers and over 1000 delegates, including leading government, business and innovation
figures from 45 countries. The past few days have demonstrated just what can be achieved
when innovators and innovation managers from across the world collaborate.
Russian Prime Minster Dmitry Medvedev addressed the event’s Opening Day, praising the
progress of the Skolkovo project and recognising the great value of IASP as a global network
for supporting internationalisation and innovation. Deputy Prime Minister Arkady Dvorkovich
also visited IASP Moscow, holding a round table event with key experts from science parks and
areas of innovation around the world including IASP President Jean-François Balducchi and
European Division President Jari Lauronen.
Open Innovation Marketplace
Alongside the scientific programme, 50 entrepreneurs and representatives from hi tech
innovative startups based in science parks across the world presented solutions for the city of
Moscow and major Russian corporations, focusing on the Smart City sectors of:
Government and the corporations, with 10 finalists meeting directly with potential investors.
Robotics & VR exhibition
A robotics and Virtual Reality exhibition was held alongside the World Conference at the
International Trade Center on September 20th, it saw a range of cutting edge robotics companies
showcase their products to science park representatives from all over the world, from 70
countries all over the world. Growing startups and SMEs found new markets and business niches
and established business relations with investors and heads of major corporations.
IASP Executive Board
The IASP General Assembly was held on September 22nd, during which the election of a new
President and Board was ratified.
Outgoing IASP President Jean-François Balducchi, Managing Director of Atlanpole, Nantes,
France, handed over the Presidency to his successor, Josep Piqué, Executive President of La
Salle Technova, Spain. Mr Balducchi began his term in 2014 at the IASP World Conference in
Doha, Qatar, and led the Opening Ceremony at IASP Moscow, officiated at the General
Assembly, and welcomed new IASP members during the ‘Winter Symphony’ Gala Dinner
before formally handing his presidential medal to Mr Piqué during the Closing Ceremony on
September 22.
Mr Piqué already has a long history with IASP, and begins his term as President following two
years as Vice President.
Paul Krutko, CEO of Ann Arbor SPARK, USA, also joins the Executive Board as Vice President of
IASP. Mr. Krutko is also the current President of the IASP North American Division.
Hauwa Yabani, Managing Director of Abuja Technology Village, Nigeria, and previously a
member of the International Board of Directors, was also ratified as Treasurer of IASP. She
takes over from outgoing Treasurer McLean Sibanda, CEO of The Innovation Hub, South Africa.
IASP International Board of Directors
New members of the International Board of Directors were also elected during the IASP
General Assembly. The new Directors are:
Fernando Amestoy – Pando Science and Technology Park, Uruguay
Alexander Chernov – Skolkovo Technopark, Russia
André Domin – Technologiepark Heidelberg GmbH, Germany
Caroline Drabe – Västerås Science Park AB, Sweden
Jaime Parada – PIIT Parque de Investigación e Innovación Tecnológica, Mexico
Mozghan Yazdianpour – Isfahan Science and Technology Park, Iran
About the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of
Innovation (IASP)
IASP is the worldwide network of science parks and areas of innovation, founded in 1984. With
385 members in 72 countries, IASP connects professionals managing science, technology and
research parks (STPs) and other areas of innovation from across the globe, and provides services
that drive growth and effectiveness for members.
IASP members enhance the competitiveness of companies and entrepreneurs in their cities and
regions, and contribute to global economic development through innovation, entrepreneurship,
and the transfer of knowledge and technology.
IASP is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United
Nations and a founding member of the World Alliance for Innovation (WAINOVA).
For further information about IASP, please visit www.iasp.ws.
IASP’s mission
To be the global network for science and technology parks, and other areas of innovation,
driving growth, internationalisation and effectiveness for our members.
Main facts and figures
Founded: 1984
Members: 385
Companies: >142,000
Countries: 72
Regional divisions: 6
- African Division
- European Division
- North American
- Asia-Pacific Division
- Latin American
- WANA (West Asia NorthAfrica)
Offices:
- World Headquarters: Malaga, Spain
- Branch office: Beijing, China
World Conferences to date: 32
Upcoming World Conference: 19th – 22nd September in Moscow, Russia
Website: www.IASP2016moscow.com
Regional workshops and seminars to date: 100
About Skolkovo
Skolkovo Technopark is a Full member of IASP and won the bid to host and organise the IASP
2016 World Conference in Doha, Qatar in 2014.
The Technopark is part of the Skolkovo Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in
September 2010 by the Russian government with the objective of accelerating Russia’s
transformation from a resource-intensive to an innovation-based economy. The Foundation is
overseeing the creation of the Skolkovo Innovation Center, composed of more than 1,500
high-tech startups, Skolkovo Technopark, the Skolkovo Institute of Technology (Skoltech) - a
new graduate research University established in collaboration with the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology - and Skolkovo city, located near Moscow. Together, these entities
establish a vibrant ecosystem of technology innovation and entrepreneurship.
Fifty global corporations including Boeing, Cisco Systems, EADS, GE, Johnson & Johnson, IBM,
Intel, Microsoft, Siemens, Nokia, Samsung, and Panasonic have already recognized the
opportunity Skolkovo presents by signing R&D partnership agreements with the Foundation.
The cumulative revenue of Skolkovo’s startups through June 2016 reached $1.6 billion and
they brought in more than $350 million in investment, creating 18,000 jobs and filing over
1,900 patent applications along the way. By 2020 over 2 million square meters of residential
and office space will be built in Skolkovo with 35,000 people working daily in the Innovation
Center.
Contact
For additional information please contact:
Harriet Edwards
Communications and Events Officer
Telephone: +34 952 028303
Fax: +34 952 020464
E-mail: communication@iasp.ws
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Västerås Science Park är en företagsstödjande aktör som med basen i Västerås arbetar i hela Västmanlands innovationsstödsystem.
Vi hjälper företag att växa genom att;
Skapa Relationer
Stödja Innovationer
Matcha nya Affärer
Vi vänder oss till idébärare, entreprenörer och företagare med verktyg och erbjudanden som kan hjälpa till att skapa tillväxt. Västerås Science Parks uppgift är att hjälpa företag att växa, genom att fokusera på entreprenörskapet.
Genom att vara en central aktör i Västmanlands innovationssystem bidrar Västerås Science Park till regional näringslivsutveckling samt till tillväxt och ökad attraktionskraft.