ASPA Event

A Leading Institution for Knowledge Sharing and Technology Exchange in Asia

Annual Conference

The 2nd ASPA Annual Conference (1998 / Republic of Korea)

Date
October 27, 1998 ~ October 29, 1998
Venue
Conference Holl of Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Republic of Korea
Website
Theme
Adoption of Daegu Manifesto and organization of East Asia Science Parks Council
Host
Daegu Technopark (TTP)
Contact Info


- Participants : Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan 4 Countries, 12 STPs, 200 participants

- Objectives : Exchange opinions for establishment of information sharing system that can solve common problems with STP management
Discussion about joint commercialization of scientific technique and establishment of joint research system to create new technology
Discussion about necessity of establishment of concrete organization like East Asia Science Park Association to expand and deepen STP network in East Asia


Kyungpook National University, Keimyung University, Yeungjin College, Daegu Metropolitan City



**About Daegu Technopark (TTP)**
In 1998, the Daegu Technopark (Daegu TP) Foundation has been established with the objective of forming a holistic and organic collaborative network consisting of academia, industry and government to drive the technological innovation of companies and advancement of regional industries, and to promote the creation of technology-intensive venture firms.
At present, Daegu Technopark has the sponsorship of the Government and Daegu Metropolitan City and the participation of Kyungpook University, Keimyung University, and Yeungjin Junior College, who are jointly conducting major projects such as technological innovation, start-up incubation, business support, informatization support and training.
Ultimately, Daegu Technopark will strive to become the hub of a Regional Innovation System (RIS) that will spearhead technological innovation of regional industries and creation of new technology venture firms by integrating the creativity of university students and support from the Central Government and local autonomies.