Consolidating Research, Innovation and Technology Platforms for a Knowledge-based Economy 2010
Creators: name: Kantore, Adelin
Publisher: name: Walter Sisulu University
Year: 2022
Subjects: Other education not elsewhere classified

description: Walter Sisulu University (WSU) International Research Conferences have become knowledge platforms for research findings to be subjected to academic critique and rigor prior to their being recognised by Knowledge Systems and embraced by Knowledge Bodies. The first of such academic rencontres was held in 2008 with the theme: Striving for excellence in research today and tomorrow; and the second was last year focussing on Advancing knowledge for empowerment through innovation in research. Matured cooperative and sterling leadership manifested over the years by the Vice Chancellor and Principal, Prof MM Balintulo; followed by the anchored strategic direction given by Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research, Prof CL Obi; and the uncompromising collaboration of both Executive and Senior Management of WSU, the Directorate of Research Development (DRD) is particularly gratified, humbled and highly honoured to host the 2010 WSU International Research Conference. This year, there are 235 oral and poster presentations; a very significant quantitative increase of 100 from that of 2009. The presentations cover Biomedical Sciences; Education; Science, Engineering and Technology; Business, Management Sciences and Law; and a fifth parallel session embracing HIV/AIDS. Abstracts for oral and poster presentations are reflective of the variety and quality of knowledge depth of research topics covered by the researchers and presenters which are of contemporary international interest. As it is portrayed by the calibre of abstracts being presented, no better theme could have been more suitable except: Consolidating Research, Innovation and Technology Platforms for a Knowledge-based Economy. With the recent recruitment of outstanding scholars, research and research-related activities at WSU are advancing and carving their place among tertiary institutions not only in South Africa but globally. WSU recognises that knowledge generation and its documentation is an imperative vehicle for economic growth and development. To this effect, the DRD undertook to produce the 2009 WSU International Research Conference Proceedings of which copies are available. After an anticipated hugely successful conference, DRD will work towards the production and distribution of the 2010 WSU International Research Conference Book of Proceedings. Similar to the 2009 Book of Conference Proceedings, manuscripts which will constitute part of the 2010 Book of Conference Proceedings will be subjected to the standard critical peer-review exercise. Apart form the unique opportunities afforded by the conference’s different sessions, participants will also be offered the experience of a myriad of Mthatha’s touristic and cultural attractions which are exceptional and some, such as the Nelson Mandela Museum, are of high class international recognition. We are therefore excited to host this conference, and do look forward to very fruitful academic engagements. Prof Georges-Ivo E Ekosse Director of Research Development, Walter Sisulu University <br> <br> <br> <br> CONFERENCE PROGRAMME AND ABSTRACTS Health Resource Centre, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa 18 - 20 August 2010 <br> <br> <br>