Dear Colleagues,

A warm welcome to the maiden edition of the Triple Helix Nigeria SciBiz Annual Conference 2024, scheduled to be held from October 23rd to 25th, 2024, at the PTDF Conference Centre in Abuja, Nigeria.

This conference, themed "Integrating Research, Innovation, and Policy: Triple Helix Pathway to Commercialisation," is designed to provide an interactive platform where academia, industry, and government can engage in fruitful discussions, share cutting-edge ideas, and collaborate on driving the commercialization of research and innovation. This event marks a significant milestone in fostering a dynamic ecosystem that bridges the gap between research outputs and tangible economic and societal benefits.

In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, the synergy between research, innovation, and policy is critical to addressing complex challenges and harnessing opportunities for sustainable development. The Triple Helix model, which emphasizes the collaboration between university, industry, and government, is at the heart of this transformation, ensuring that our research efforts translate into impactful innovations that can shape policy and drive economic growth.

Throughout the conference, we will delve into key issues such as research commercialization strategies, policy frameworks, innovation ecosystems, and the role of industry in bridging the gap between research and market needs. With a carefully curated agenda featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops, pitching of innovation, and networking opportunities, this conference promises to be a unique experience that will inspire and empower participants to contribute meaningfully to the Triple Helix paradigm.

We also invite you to join the grand launching of our Blueprint document, to gain insight on our unique vision and its implementation strategy.

Exciting scientific sessions, engaging discussions, and impactful networking opportunities await you at this landmark event. We look forward to welcoming you to Abuja, where together we can shape the future of research commercialization in Nigeria.

Prof. Eucharia O. Nwaichi Chairman, Conference Central Planning Committee