1. Prof. Ömer ANLAĞAN Vice President 7 November 2008, İstanbul Turkey’s RTDI Profile “12th Monitoring Committee for Euro-Mediterranean Cooperation in RTD” (MoCo)

2. The Scientific and Technological Research Council of TurkeyTÜBİTAK It was established in 1963 with a mission to advance science and technology, conduct research and support Turkish researchers.It was established in 1963 with a mission to advance science and technology, conduct research and support Turkish researchers. It is an autonomous institution, governed by a Scientific BoardIt is an autonomous institution, governed by a Scientific Board It is responsible for promoting, developing, organizing, conducting and coordinating research and development in line with national targets and priorities.It is responsible for promoting, developing, organizing, conducting and coordinating research and development in line with national targets and priorities.

3. TÜBİTAK and its role in International Relations The 2nd Article of the law about the establishment of TÜBİTAK f) To assist the Government in the preparation and negotiation of scientific and technological aid and cooperation agreements g) To take part in any and all kinds of scientific and technical cooperation with domestic and foreign research institutions and researchers within its range of activity; h) To support, organize and participate in scientific meetings

4. 4 Milestones of Recent STI Policy-1 National Science and Technology Strategy Document - Vision 2023 –Turkish foresight exercise for priority setting –Carried out between 2002 and 2004 by consensus of various expert focus groups (more than 1000 experts) –Approved by the SCST in March 2005

5. 5 Milestones of Recent STI Policy-2 2005-2010 National Science, Technology and Innovation Implementation Plan complemented by: –International STI Strategy and Action Plan (2007-2010) –National Innovation Strategy (2008-2010) –National HRST Strategy and Action Plan (in progress) –National STI Infrastructure Strategy (forthcoming)

6. Political Commitment and Support The Supreme Council for Science and Technology (SCST) convenes regularly, and Prime Minister chairs the meetings Approval of performance measures and the 2010 targets by SCST Allocation of additional financial Resources Enhancement of the administrative and institutional capacity Improvements in the related legislation Prime Minister’s Initiatives: –STI Human Resource Development –Defense Research Program –Space Research Program –Science & Society Program

7. 2004: A Milestone In September 2004, Turkish Research Area (TRA) was defined National Science and Technology Strategy and its implementation plan were approved Two ambitious targets were launched: –To increase GERD/GDP to %2 by 2013 –To increase FTE researchers to 150.000 by 2013

8. Revision of Turkish Research Area Targets 2004 –SCST defined two ambitious targets for 2010 To increase GERD as % of GDP to %2 To increase FTE researchers to 40.000 2008 –The SCST revised the targets for 2013 To increase GERD as % of GDP to %2 To increase FTE personnel to 150.000

9. Need for Revision Adoption of the EU methodology for GDP calculation. High increase in GDP. Increasing share of private enterprises in funding R&D. New incentives for R&D. High rate of increase in the number of R&D Personnel.

10. 10 GERD and GDP In nominal terms GERD had increase more than 100% between 2002 and 2006. * Source: TURKSTAT

11. GERD Performed by Sectors (Source: TURKSTAT)

12. R&D Human Resources (Full Time Equivalent)

13. 13 GERD by Sectors (%) Performing Sector20032006 EU (2005) TR 2013 Target Higher Education Sector66512326 Business Enterprise Sector2337636360 Government Sector1012141414 Funding Sector20032006 EU (2005) TR 2013 Target Government Sector57493440 Business Enterprise Sector36465455 Other75125 * Source: TURKSTAT

14. New Tax Incentives for R&D Tax allowance has been increased from %40 to %100. R&D expenditures can be depreciated in the following 5 years by 100%. Additional allowance is provided to R&D centers employing more than 500 R&D personnel on a performance basis. Exemptions in income tax for R&D personnel employed in the private enterprise sector. –Allowance is 90% for Ph.D holders, otherwise 80% The grant received from public or international R&D funds is exempt from income tax. Related documentation is exempt from stamp duty. Etc.

15. Scientific Publications * Source: ISI

16. 16 Domestic Patent and Utility Model Applications Source: Turkish Patent Institute

17. Triadic Patents * Source: OECD

18. 18 Rank Indicator 2002 2006 02-06 Rank wrt Change Change 19 GERD 1 3 4,9 % 62 < 7 17Researchers 2 24 43 % 78 1 *Sources: OECD, TURKSTAT, ISI, WIPO Turkey’s ST Indicators* 1 Billion Current PPP $ 2 FTE in thousands 3 Scientific in thousands RankIndicator 2002 2006 02-07 Rank wrt Change Change 19Publications 3 10 21 % 104 3 26PCT Applications 85 355% 318 2

19. TÜBİTAK Enhancing capacity by funding research and researchers Encouraging and funding R&D and innovation activities of the business enterprise Improving R&D absorbtion capacity by public procurement Supporting national and international scientific and technological collaboration networks Enhancing science communication and scientific literacy in society Conducting R&D R&D infrastructure

20. Increase in Business R&D Personnel * Source: TURKSTAT

21. TÜBİTAK Support for ST Human Resources Number of Scholarships

22. TÜBİTAK Support for ST Human Resources Amount of Support* *Milyon TL

23. 23 National ST Human Resources Strategy In 2007 SCST initiated the process for a National Science and Technology Human Resources Strategy and an action-plan. The Strategy will aim: To increase the number of R&D personnel To improve the distribution of R&D personnel with respect to professions To improve the distribution of R&D personnel with respect to sector of employment

24. 24 International Scientific and Technological Activities 24 Bilateral Programs Multilateral Programs EU Framework Programs

25. International STI Strategy (2007-2010) In 2007, TÜBİTAK has adopted the International Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Strategy Implementation Plan for 2007-2010.

26. International STI Strategy (2007-2010) Vision To support the increase in Turkey’s power in the international arena by contributing to the development of Turkey’s STI capacity

27. International STI Strategy (2007-2010) Mission To improve Turkey’s STI capabilities within the perspective of Turkey’s international relations, formulate new strategies and policies, establish relations and develop tools to move forward in this global environment and with this way to contribute to our country’s international power.

28. International STI Strategy (2007-2010) (cont.) The Plan had 3 aspects –Benefit of the Strategy for foreign policy (STI as a means) –Benefit of the Strategy for enhancement of international trade and market share (STI as a means) –Benefit of international cooperation for development of STI (STI as an end) Strategic Perspective Priority AreasPriority Countries Foreign Policy Foreign Trade STI

29. 29 EU Framework Programs Associated country since 2002 Approx. 500 partnerships during FP6 FP6 was acknowledged as a learning process During the first year of FP7 (2007) around 130 partnerships established 29

30. Number of International Projects (2000-2008)

31. Turkey in COST COST (European Cooperation in The Field of Scientific and Technical Research) Turkey has participated in 64 completed Actions with 74 projects. In October 2008, the number of the Ongoing Actions in which Turkey is participating is 66 and the number of Turkey’s COST projects is 86.

32. 32 EUREKA Member since the beginning of the network (1985) Low level of participation until 2007 –In 2006, TR ranked 28th among 38 –In 2007, TR ranked 12th among 38 32

33. Action without vision is an activity.Vision without action is dreaming. Action with vision you make the difference. Turkey will make the difference. Turkey will be part of internatonal R&D colloboration to make more prosperous and peaceful globe.

34. Thank You… omer.anlagan@tubitak.gov.tr