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Science, Research and Talent Development for the Turbulent 21st Century

Contributed to TheFutureEconomy.ca by Dr. Chad Gaffield, CEO, U15 Canada | Published Wednesday, October 23, 2024

In recent years, global phenomena have rapidly escalated the pressure to innovate across economies and societies, especially in leading countries like Canada. Extreme weather events have increased public demand for sustainability to be pursued as a strategic objective for a low-carbon economy. The pandemic has accelerated the digital pressure on businesses, organizations, and governments to increase productivity and meet the virtual expectations of customers and citizens. These phenomena are exacerbated by the changing nature of globalization…..

Science, Research and Talent Development for the Turbulent 21st Century – TheFutureEconomy.ca

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