December 3-4, 2024

WIPO Regional Meeting for the Development of Technology and Innovation Support Center (TISC) Networks in Central Asia

Astana, Kazakhstan
Technology and Innovation
Support Centers
Unlock endless possibilities for your ideas through The WIPO Technology and Innovation Support Center (TISC) program. Whether you're an inventor, entrepreneur, or researcher, TISCs provide free access to essential patent databases, expert guidance on intellectual property (IP) rights, and innovation insights — all designed to help you take your ideas to the next level.
WIPO TISCs Report 2023: Cultivating Expertise to Empower Local Innovators
TISC REPORT
Want to find out more about Technology and Innovation Support Centers around the world and how they help researchers and inventors on the journey from research to product?
Check out the TISC Annual Report 2023 which showcases the activities and achievements from TISCs across 93 countries and highlights new resources developed by the World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO to support them in delivering effective #innovation support services to help innovators create, protect, and manage their #intellectualproperty.
REGIONAL CONFERENCE
organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the National Institute of Intellectual Property (Qazpatent), Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan with support from
the Japan Patent Office (JPO)
  • 2
    Days
    In the heart of Eurasia a concentration of unique knowledge and an exchange of experience with technology and innovation experts from Central Asian countries
  • 15+
    Speakers
    Top specialists from international patent offices who are ready to share their expertise with young inventors, technological entrepreneurs and innovators
  • 150+
    Participants
    The regional conference for all participants in the innovation ecosystem: from researchers and engineers to entrepreneurs and commercialization specialists.
Speakers
World Intellectual Property Organization
  • Mr.Alejandro Roca Campana
    Senior Director, IP for Innovators Department, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
  • Mr. Andrew Czajkowski
    Director, Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department, WIPO
  • Ms. Nathalie Montillot
    Program Officer, TISC Development Section, Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department, WIPO
PROVISIONAL PROGRAM
December 3 / Tuesday
09:00 – 09:30
Registration
09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony
Representative of Kazakhstan
Mr. Alejandro Roca Campaña, Senior Director, IP for Innovators Department, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
10:00 – 10:45
Theme 1. New Developments in the Global TISC Program
Ms. Nathalie Montillot, Program Officer, TISC Development Section, Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department, WIPO
10:45–11:15
Coffee Break
11:15 – 12:30
Theme 2. TISC Development Highlights and Future Plans
Representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan (TISC focal points)
• TISC Report Highlights
• TISC Workplan 2024-2025 and beyond
12:30–14:00
Lunch Break
14:00 – 15:00
Theme 3 (Part 1). Building a Sustainable TISC Network
• Selecting TISC host institutions
• Building commitment from TISC host institutions
• Maintaining engagement from TISC host institutions
Representatives of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan (TISC focal points and TISC host institutions)
15:00 – 15:30
Coffee Break
15:30 – 16:30
Theme 3 (part 2). Building a Sustainable TISC Network
• Selecting TISC host institutions
• Building commitment from TISC host institutions
• Maintaining engagement from TISC host institutions
Representatives of Belarus and the Russian Federation (TISC focal points and TISC host institution)
December 4 / Wednesday
09:30 – 10:00
Theme 4. Managing Successful Technology and Innovation Support Services
Representative from a TTO from Japan
10:15 – 10:45
Coffee Break
10:45–12:00
Theme 5. Opportunities for Regional TISC Cooperation and Integration with Techno-Park Activities
Moderator: Mr. Andrew Czajkowski, Director, Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department, WIPO
12:00–12:30
Closing Remarks
Mr. Alejandro Roca Campaña, Senior Director, IP for Innovators Department, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
12:30 – 14:00
Lunch Break
14:00 – 16:30
Visit to TISC offices in Astana
Registration
Connect with leading experts from Central Asia at this two-day event where you’ll gain unique insights, exchange experiences, and explore new opportunities for collaboration in technology and intellectual property.

Don’t miss the chance to become part of a community of innovation and technology leaders! Participation is free, but space is limited, so we encourage you to register early.

To register, please fill out the form. We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting event and shaping the future of technology and innovation together!
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📍 Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
📅 Dates: December 3-4, 2024
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Last year, II TISC Congress "Integration of TISC Resources for Technological Development of Regions" held in Astana
The congress served as a significant platform for sharing experiences and discussing current issues in supporting inventiveness. Participants exchanged successful practices, discussed plans for the development of TISCs, and explored opportunities for further strengthening national
regional, and international cooperation.
The main purpose of the event was to share experience in order to determine the necessary conditions, resources and further development of TISCs.
The first day started with a presentation by WIPO's Alexander Belianov, expert from the Technology and Innovation Support Division, IP for Innovators Department, IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector; continued with a presentation by Venera Imangazieva, representative of the national TISC network of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan; and online presentations by Sunnatulla Rakhmonov, representative of the national network of Uzbekistan and Parviz Rajabzoda, representative of the national TISC network of the Republic of Tajikistan. The hybrid format of the congress united more than 60 online participants. Nazifa Baktybaeva, TISC coordinator, spoke about the development of TISC project implementation in Kazakhstan.

The second day was held in the format of a round table with presentations by TISC coordinators, where the best practices of TISC development were presented. Presentations were made by Madi Suyundukov, coordinator of TISC at Nazarbayev University; Abdulla Saipov, coordinator of TISC at M. Auezov South Kazakhstan State University; and M. Auezov, coordinator of TISC at M.Auezov South Kazakhstan State University. M.Auezov and other participants of the Congress. The participants of the Congress were recognized with WIPO certificates and letters of appreciation on behalf of the Director of Qazpatent.
December 3-4, 2024
Qazpatent office, 57A Mangilik el ave.
Contacts:
National Coordinator of TISCs in Kazakhstan - Nazifa Baktybayeva
+7 701 917 91 85
+7 706 619 94 56

tisc@kazpatent.kz
n.baktybayeva@kazpatent.kz
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