Calestous juma biography of christopher

1953–

Technology policy analyst

"Evolutionary technological change," conservation of biodiversity, biotechnology for sustainable economic development, "biodiplomacy," "ecological jurisprudence," global climate change, and the creation of a "knowledge-based economy" for Africa—these are among the concepts that Dr.

Calestous Juma has developed and examined during his distinguished career in science and technology policy. From his early years as East Africa's first science and environmental journalist and founder and director the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)—Africa's first independent think-tank—through his career with the United Nations (UN) and as a Harvard University professor, Juma's influence has been felt in Africa and around the world.

A prolific author, the major focus of Juma's research has been the interrelatedness of technological innovation, particularly biotechnology, sustainable development, and environmental protection.

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