Power of conferences: stories of serendipity, innovation and driving social change/ Deborah Edwards, Carmel Foley and Cheryl Malone.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Edwards, Deborah, author.

Foley, Carmel, author.

Malone, Cheryl, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Technological innovations.

Organizational change.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (1-156 p.)

Place of Publication:

Sydney : UTS ePRESS, 2017.

Summary:

With a focus on ten notable Australians, including Nobel Laureates Professor Barry Marshall and Professor Brian Schmidt, former Chief Scientist, Professor Ian Chubb, and Parliamentarian, the Honourable Linda Burney, The Power of Conferences explores the deep and lasting impact of conferences on the development and success of Australian luminaries. Each chapter features a reflection from a leader in Australian academia, politics, or community service, on the significant effects conferences have had on their personal and professional achievements. From chance encounters that result in the cultivation of new networks and collaborations to innovation and research breakthroughs, these leaders describe the conferences that have enabled them and others to go on to create real and lasting social change.

Contents:

Introduction Rethinking the value of conferences Conferences Providing ‘out of the ordinary’ experiences Collecting the stories Understanding how cancer cells communicate Venus Shell Systems a marine biomass farm Overcoming HIV AIDs Development of the HPV cervical cancer vaccine ‘The Father of Photovoltaics’ Advancing rights for Indigenous Australians Treating stomach ulcers Advancing scientific education Proving that the universe is speeding up Indigenous educational reform Long tail insights Creating networks collaborations partnerships and support Discussion debate stimulation ideas and innovation Attracting funding trade and investment Influencing public perceptions policy and driving social change Personal growth knowledge and learning The long tail outcomes summarised Lessons for industry Conceptualising an expanded business model of conferences Further Research Select Bibliography About the Authors.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages) and index.