Strategic Focus of EGNC-IBM Nanotechnology Research Center

To fulfill this vision and mission, EGNC will focus on investments in the target areas that…


i. Develop Human Capital:
Research and development depend above all else on the talent, ideas and energies of outstanding individuals. EGNC will build programs, fund educational initiatives, provide resources, and support infrastructure that enable Egypt to educate, develop, recruit and retain outstanding, internationally competitive scientists and engineers pursuing research in Nanotechnology areas compatible with Egypt’s ambitions for leadership in a knowledge-based economy.


ii. Support Strong Ideas:

Innovation requires bold ideas, creative vision, a passion for achievement, and the highest levels of rigour and discipline. EGNC will seek out and support individuals and ideas with the greatest potential to bring lasting excellence to research and innovation within Egypt.


iii. Promote Partnerships:

Effective research and development require a combination of resources and talents to drive ideas forward rapidly. EGNC will, within its strategic direction, seek out and support effective collaborations and partnerships with agencies, institutions and industry in Egypt and around the world that can best advance Egypt’s research, technological and economic competitiveness.