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Gabon hosts 4th Scientific Days of the Institute of Technological Research focusing on eco-materials and industrial sovereignty
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The 4th edition of the Scientific Days of the Institute of Technological Research JSIRT 2026 is taking place in Libreville, Gabon, from July 17 to 19. Organized by IRT/CENAREST in partnership with Ecomat Africa and the French Institute of Gabon, the event brings together researchers, academics, industrialists, and partners. The theme for this year's gathering is "Eco-materials, technological innovation, and industrial sovereignty: applied research for sustainable transformation." The primary objective is to bridge applied research with the needs of economic and industrial development, highlighting advancements in Gabonese scientific research and facilitating their transfer to productive sectors. The JSIRT 2026 serves as a platform for interdisciplinary exchanges, showcasing research results, and fostering dialogue between scientists and the industrial world. Participants include researchers, university professors, businesses, and institutional partners, all focused on technological solutions to diversify the national economy. According to the Deputy Director General of Scientific Research, Professor Christiane Atteke Nkoulembene épouse Makanga Koumba, these sessions offer an opportunity to review scientific progress and new research directions, identify collaboration opportunities through national and international projects, and promote technology transfer between research centers, universities, and industry. Dr. Rostand Moutou Pitti, a researcher at IRT, views the event as a
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