The Second Globelics Conference, entitled “Innovation Systems and Development: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges,” was held in Beijing, China, from October 16 to 20, 2004. Hosted by the School of Economics and Management at Tsinghua University, the conference represented an important milestone in the consolidation of the Globelics network following its successful launch in Rio de […]
1st Globelics Conference (2003): Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The First Globelics Conference, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 2 to 6 November 2003, marked the official launch of the Globelics network and established a new international platform for research on innovation and development. Under the theme “Innovation Systems and Development Strategies for the Third Millennium,” the conference sought to strengthen collaboration among […]
Globelics International Conference 2025
The Globelics International Conference 2025 was held from 24 to 26 November 2025 at the National Research Foundation (NRF) in Pretoria, South Africa, under the theme “Innovation for Sustainable and Inclusive Development to Build Resilience for Global Challenges.” Organized by a consortium of South African members of the Globelics Network, the conference was co-hosted by […]
LALICS International Conference 2025
The 6th International Conference of the LALICS Network was held from September 10 to 12, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, under the theme “Innovation for Development in Latin America: Environmental, Economic and Social Sustainability in Democracy.” Organized by the Institute of Economics of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, the conference sought to […]
Applications for the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Enterprise Management at the National University of Quilmes
The National University of Quilmes (UNQ) has officially opened the call for applications for its Postgraduate Diploma in Public Enterprise Management (Diploma de Posgrado en Dirección de Empresas Públicas). This academic program is designed to address the increasing demand for specialized training in the administration, strategic direction, and operational management of state-owned enterprises. In an […]
Book Presentation: “La arquitectura de lo posible”, by Horacio Viana Di Prisco
The LALICS network has announced the upcoming presentation of the book La arquitectura de lo posible (The Architecture of the Possible). This work represents a significant contribution to the regional debate on economic development, offering a comprehensive analysis of the complexities inherent in fostering structural change within Latin American economies.The book delves into the critical […]
The Long Road to Reforming Uruguay’s National Research Evaluation System
We are pleased to share the article “The Long Road to Changing the National Research Assessment System in Uruguay”, by Natalia Gras and Judith Sutz, recently published by DORA (Declaration on Research Assessment). The article examines the discussion process that has taken place in Uruguay around academic and scientific evaluation mechanisms, addressing the tensions between […]
III LALICS/Cedeplar-UFMG/ABEIN/UNESCO Chair–UNU-MERIT Master’s Academy: “Science, Technology and Innovation for the Twin Transition: Opportunities and Challenges for Latin America and the Caribbean”
The III Master’s Academy, organized through a collaborative effort between LALICS, Cedeplar-UFMG, ABEIN, and the UNESCO Chair-UNU MERIT, will take place from November 23 to 27, 2026. It addresses one of the most pressing themes for the region: the “dual transition” occurring at the intersection of digital transformation and environmental sustainability. As Latin America and […]
Open Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) to host AfricaLics Conferences and PhD Academies (2027 – 2030)
The AfricaLics network is officially inviting expressions of interest from institutions across the African continent to host its premier events for the 2027–2030 period. This strategic call is central to the network’s mission of fostering capacity building, knowledge exchange, and research excellence in innovation and development studies throughout Africa. The opportunity encompasses hosting both the […]
AfricaLics 2026 Conference
The AfricaLics Conference 2026, set to be hosted at the University of Witwatersrand from November 10 to 12, 2026, represents a pivotal moment for the innovation and development research community. Under the theme “Critical, Retrospective and Creative Perspectives on Innovation and Society in Africa,” this event aims to engage scholars, policymakers, and practitioners in a […]