1. Formation of Triple Helix Association Sections/Chapters

2. Raison d’etre Immense interest in different parts of the world to: Work on common issues Create a community Promote the Triple Helix Concept Include actors from government, industry, academia

3. Regional Interest North Carolina –Rayleigh/Durham Colombia Brazil US Scandinavia Spain/Portugal Asia Pacific and others

4. Role of Section/Chapters Identify individuals/members of THA Regular meetings/ lectures to discuss issues of common interest Joint projects/proposals Summit meetings Regional Events Web-site Attract THA members

5. Structure Members to elect officers of Section/Chapter including at least : President Secretary For a two year period. Officers to promote activities and integrate programs, support member interests.

6. Discussion Suggestions for the future.

7. Thank you Q & A durrani@strath.ac.uk