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The forum ended with the announcement of new research chairs and a commitment to enhancing science and technology understanding among parliamentarians.
Over 2000 participants, 280 speakers and 70 exhibitors gathered at the CSIR International Convention Centre on 7 and 8 December for this event.
South Africa could be on the cusp of an innovation boom, says the Department of Science and Technology.
Dr Phil Mjwara, Director-General of Science and Technology, wants South Africa to gear up towards becoming a super-smart society.
The Research Fairness Initiative is designed to help institutions probe issues related to fair research, such as benefit-sharing, equal partnerships and good conduct.