Kazakhstan has an ambitious program to increase its technological competitiveness in the global market place during the next few years, but achieving success will depend in large measure on the effectiveness of upgraded science and technology (S&T) capabilities. This report identifies important opportunities and limitations in the education system, research and development (R&D) institutions, production companies, and service organizations to help governmental organizations in Kazakhstan with strong interests in S&T chart the future course of the country.
Committee on Science and Technology in Kazakhstan, Office for Central Europe and Eurasia, National Research Council
1 Front Matter; 2 Summary; 3 1 Context for Science and Technology Activities in Kazakhstan; 4 2 Science and Technology Priorities; 5 3 The Human Resource Base; 6 4 Technology Transfer; 7 5 International and Regional Activities; 8 6 General Observations, Conclusions, and Recommendations; 9 Appendix A Terms of Reference; 10 Appendix B Institutions Visited by the Committee; 11 Appendix C Strategic Concepts; 12 Appendix D Committee Member Biographies
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