Bureau of Innovation, Science & Technology (BOIST)
Leading digital transformation, innovation, and scientific development in Tigray.
Our Focus Areas
Driving innovation through specialized departments dedicated to advancing science, technology, and sustainable development in Tigray.
Scientific Data Management
Ensuring the collection, storage, and dissemination of scientific data from research activities with security and compliance.
About This Department
The Scientific Data Management department plays a crucial role in the modern research ecosystem by providing infrastructure and policies for managing research data throughout its lifecycle.
We ensure that valuable scientific data generated from research activities in Tigray is properly archived, accessible, and reusable for future research, innovation, and policy development.
Our department follows international standards for data management, ensuring compliance with research ethics and data protection regulations while promoting open science principles.
Key Functions & Services
Central Repository
Provides a secure platform for archiving datasets, research papers, technical reports, and other scientific outputs generated within Tigray.
Data Sharing
Facilitates controlled sharing of research findings among scientists, institutions, and stakeholders while respecting intellectual property rights.
Open Access
Promotes open access to scientific information for transparency, reproducibility, and public use, following FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
Data Security & Compliance
Ensures data protection, privacy, and compliance with international research ethics standards, including GDPR and local regulations.
Intellectual Property Management
Protecting innovations and ensuring researchers and inventors benefit from their ideas through comprehensive IP services.
About This Department
The Intellectual Property Management department is dedicated to protecting the innovative outputs of researchers, inventors, and creators in Tigray. We provide end-to-end support for IP protection and commercialization.
Our team works closely with innovators to navigate the complex landscape of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, ensuring their intellectual contributions are properly recognized and protected.
We bridge the gap between research innovation and market application, helping transform ideas into viable products and services that benefit society and the economy.
Key Functions & Services
Patent & Copyright Registration
Guides innovators through the complete process of filing for patents and copyrights, from initial documentation to final registration with national and international authorities.
IP Monitoring
Continuously tracks and monitors active IP registrations to prevent infringement and protect the rights of innovators and researchers.
Innovation Commercialization
Provides comprehensive support for turning patents and research outcomes into marketable products through partnerships, licensing, and startup development.
IP Awareness Campaigns
Educates the public, researchers, and innovators on the importance of IP rights through workshops, seminars, and outreach programs.
Research & Development
Encouraging scientific research through funding, collaboration, and support for both individual and collaborative projects.
About This Department
The Research & Development department serves as the backbone of scientific advancement in Tigray, providing the necessary resources, funding, and infrastructure to support cutting-edge research across various disciplines.
We foster an environment where researchers can pursue innovative ideas, collaborate across institutions, and contribute to solving regional and global challenges through scientific inquiry.
Our department manages research grants, monitors project progress, and ensures that research outputs contribute to the scientific knowledge base and practical applications for society.
Key Functions & Services
Grant Management
Provides research funding opportunities and grants to scientists, with transparent application processes and equitable distribution of resources.
Project Monitoring
Tracks progress and evaluates research projects to ensure they meet objectives, timelines, and quality standards while providing support when needed.
Collaboration Platforms
Facilitates partnerships between academia, government agencies, and industries to create synergistic research environments and maximize impact.
Publishing Support
Assists researchers in publishing their findings in recognized journals, conferences, and other scholarly platforms to disseminate knowledge.
Corporation & Popularization
Fostering partnerships between the bureau, industries, and the public to enhance the visibility and impact of scientific work.
About This Department
The Corporation & Popularization department bridges the gap between scientific institutions, industries, and the general public. We create opportunities for collaboration and ensure that scientific advancements are accessible and understood by all.
Through strategic partnerships and public engagement initiatives, we enhance the visibility of scientific work and demonstrate its relevance to everyday life and regional development.
Our department plays a crucial role in building a science-literate society and creating pathways for technological innovation to translate into economic and social benefits.
Key Functions & Services
Corporate Partnerships
Builds strong ties with industries to promote technological innovation, joint ventures, and knowledge transfer between academia and the private sector.
Public Outreach & Popularization
Organizes science fairs, exhibitions, and community programs to raise awareness about science and technology and their applications in daily life.
Innovation Competitions
Hosts innovation challenges and hackathons to encourage problem-solving, creativity, and the development of new inventions with practical applications.
Youth Engagement
Implements programs to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in science and technology through mentorship, workshops, and educational initiatives.
Radiation Department
Focusing on the safe management and research of radiation-related technologies and their applications in various sectors.
About This Department
The Radiation Department is responsible for ensuring the safe and beneficial use of radiation technologies in Tigray. We conduct research, develop regulations, and provide oversight for all radiation-related activities in the region.
Our work spans multiple sectors including healthcare, agriculture, industry, and environmental monitoring, ensuring that radiation technologies are used safely and effectively for societal benefit.
We maintain the highest standards of safety and compliance while promoting research into innovative applications of radiation technology for sustainable development.
Key Functions & Services
Radiation Research
Conducts studies on radiation technologies and their societal benefits, applications in medicine, agriculture, and industry, and environmental impacts.
Safety Standards & Regulations
Develops and promotes guidelines, policies, and regulations to ensure radiation safety in all applications, following national and international standards.
Public Awareness Programs
Educates the public and stakeholders on radiation-related risks, safety practices, and the beneficial applications of radiation technology.
Monitoring & Compliance
Ensures that organizations using radiation technology comply with national and international standards through regular inspections and audits.
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All Focus Areas at a Glance
Explore our five specialized departments and their key functions in advancing science, technology, and innovation in Tigray.
Scientific Data Management
- Central data repository
- Secure data sharing
- Open access promotion
- Compliance management
Intellectual Property
- Patent registration
- IP monitoring
- Innovation commercialization
- Awareness campaigns
Research & Development
- Grant management
- Project monitoring
- Collaboration platforms
- Publishing support
Corporation & Popularization
- Corporate partnerships
- Public outreach
- Innovation competitions
- Youth engagement
Radiation Department
- Radiation research
- Safety standards
- Public awareness
- Compliance monitoring
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