The Department of Science and Technology aims to focus on developing the science and technology market in 2024.
(Baonghean.vn) - In 2024, science and technology activities will focus on the commercialization of research results; scientific research and technology development will be linked to practical applications with businesses, creating high-quality products, large volumes and strong brands.
On December 29, the Department of Science and Technology held a conference to review science and technology work in 2023 and deploy tasks for 2024. Attending the conference were Mr. Bui Dinh Long - Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, representatives of the Ministry of Science and Technology; representatives of provincial departments, branches and sectors; units, research institutes, schools, organizations, specialized science and technology units of districts, cities and towns.
Prioritizing 6 key areas of science and technology
In 2023, research and application of science and technology will continue to prioritize 6 key areas. Including: agriculture, social sciences and humanities, medicine, development program of 100 products with scientific and technological impact, information technology and environment. In particular, focusing on scientific and technological impact along the value chain of products, contributing practically and successfully to the implementation of the National Target Program on new rural construction in Nghe An province.
Specifically: Coordinate with the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to manage and implement 9 national-level projects. Implement 66 provincial-level topics and projects; help science and technology organizations, enterprises, public service units and localities receive, master and develop nearly 160 technical processes to solve problems related to: high medical techniques in treating diseases for people; Use of plant varieties with high productivity, quality and economic efficiency; build raw material areas to serve factories processing commodity products; develop livestock farming in the direction of biosafety;...
In addition, State management activities on science and technology have also achieved many remarkable results. Notably, digital transformation has been implemented, information technology has been promoted in the operations of agencies and units, and common software and specialized software have been applied in work processing, bringing high efficiency.
In 2023, the industry processed 156 files on time, no licensing files were overdue; cut 20% of the time to process administrative procedures and cut down on translations of foreign language documents in 4 administrative procedures; Provided public services at all levels for administrative procedures under the authority of the department.
District and sectoral science and technology activities have also been focused on development, such as research and development of new plant and animal varieties; exploitation and development of local specialty gene sources; focus on developing traditional craft villages associated with introducing and promoting tourism, environmental landscapes; applying scientific and technological advances, building and protecting brands and geographical indications for key products; promoting the formation of production links according to value chains to improve product quality and value.
Commercializationscientific activities andtechnology
At the conference, delegates discussed and shared to clarify the shortcomings and limitations; analyzed the causes. In particular, discussed the goals and tasks of science and technology in 2024.
Accordingly, continue to carry out scientific and technological activities on the theme of commercializing research results; scientific research and technological development activities associated with practical applications and enterprises, creating a number of high-quality, large-volume and strong-branded products from science and technology. Prioritize investment in the value chain of some of the province's products. Focus resources on scientific and technological impact for some of the province's strategic products, especially agriculture and medicinal herbs.
In addition, strengthen innovation in State management of science and technology; promote digital transformation, innovation, and high technology; Strengthen work and strong connection with universities in the area to support connections with businesses and technical centers of districts to replicate models of science and technology application...
In his concluding remarks at the conference, Comrade Bui Dinh Long congratulated the achievements of the province's science and technology sector in the past year. He emphasized that 2024 is an important year in completing the targets of the Resolutions of Party Congresses at all levels and the 5-year Socio-Economic Development Plan (2021-2025).
Therefore, science and technology activities need to focus on implementing Action Program No. 68-Ctr/TU dated November 15, 2023 of Nghe An Provincial Party Committee on implementing Resolution No. 39-NQ/TW dated July 18, 2023 of the Politburo on building and developing Nghe An province to 2030, with a vision to 2045; Coordinate the implementation of the Resolution on science and technology development for the period 2025-2030 and the following years.
Innovate thinking and approaches in defining the list and implementing science and technology tasks; Localities need to pay attention to arranging or flexibly integrating funding sources to promote the application of science and technology transfer to serve production and life in the area; Promote research activities, transfer of scientific and technological advances; apply achievements of the 4.0 industrial revolution in the fields of science and technology activities;
Focus resources on science and technology impact for some strategic products of the province; Promote cooperation and connection with universities, research institutes, scientific and technological organizations in implementing programs, topics, applied research projects...
On this occasion, authorized by the President, Comrade Bui Dinh Long - Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee awarded the Third Class Labor Medal to Mr. Nguyen Quy Linh - Director of the Department of Science and Technology; awarded the Prime Minister's Certificate of Merit to Mr. Vo Hai Quang - Director of the Center for Information and Informatics, Department of Science and Technology; awarded the title of Provincial Emulation Fighter 2020-2022 to 3 comrades; awarded the Emulation Flag to the Center for Science, Technology and Informatics; awarded the title of Excellent Labor recognized by the Provincial People's Committee to 2 collectives and 5 individuals.
Many individuals and groups received certificates of merit from the Department of Science and Technology for their outstanding achievements in the field of science and technology.
