Transformative innovation policy for a social and environmental sustainability

This seminar will delve into the transformative innovation policy’s (TIP) main characteristics as framed by the Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium. TIP refers to a strategic and proactive approach to shaping innovation in ways that drive substantial and positive changes in society, the economy, and the environment. It goes beyond traditional innovation policies that focus solely on economic growth and technological advancements. TIP seeks to address complex societal challenges, promote sustainability, and foster inclusive development by encouraging innovation that leads to socio-technical system change. Furthermore,  a practical example of how TIP is applied in Catalonia to reframe the smart specialization strategy will be addressed (see “agendas of RIS3CAT 2030”  for more information).

About the lecturer

Alejandra Boni is full professor at Universitat Politècnica de València (Spain) and deputy director of Ingenio (CSIC-UPV). She is extraordinary  professor at the University of the Free State in South Africa. Her research interest focus on human development, higher education, global citizenship and transformative innovation. She is the codirector of the Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC) and the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Human Development and Capabilities. She was involved in research project,  trainings and policy advice in different European countries, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, South Africa and Nigeria.