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STI for Myanmar’s inclusive and sustainable development

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Unit 1: STI for Myanmar’s inclusive and sustainable development explains the concept of innovation and national innovation systems and the role of different actors in the innovation process. It also highlights the importance of STI policy for supporting national inclusive and sustainable development.

Test your knowledge

What is the definition of innovation?

The application of new practices or technologies.

The development of new technologies.

The uncovering of new scientific knowledge.

Which of the following statements is true?

Innovation is a linear process including research, development, and application of technology.

The government is the main actor in the innovation system.

Strong linkages (in terms of communication, collaboration, coordination) between different actors of the innovation system are critical to foster innovation.

STI policy may increase inequalities between different economic, social and geographical regions a country. Four questions can be asked to check how inclusive is a national STI policy:
i) Does the overall aim of the innovation policy involve more than economic growth?
ii) Whose needs are being met?
iii) Who participates in innovation?
What is the fourth question?

Who gets funded?

Who sets priorities, and how are the outcomes of innovation managed?

Who is buying the innovated product?

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