National Research Foundation (nrf): Business Plan 2008/9- 2010/11

World-class research

Transformed society

Sustainable environment

For the benefit of the present and future generations

NRF MISSION

To contribute to the knowledge economy in South Africa by attaining at least 1% of global R&D output by 2015

NRF LINKAGE TO DST 10-YEAR INNOVATION PLAN

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STRATEGIC GOALS (5 point plan)
1.Promote internationally competitive research for a

knowledge economy

2. Grow representative S&T workforce

3. Provide cutting edge research, technology and

innovation platforms

4. Operate world-class evaluation and grant-making systems

5. Contribute to a vibrant national innovation system