Who will be addressed?
The Forum will address the scientific community, educational and research establishments, opinion leaders in the field of culture, social and political policymakers, industrial and economic decision-makers, the media and the general public.Those with a vested interest in science and its “classic” and novel roles in societal development are welcome to become active participants of the Forum. The Forum will match the major producers of new knowledge – representatives of academia, scientists, innovators and researchers – with consumers – representatives of society, decision-makers in economy, finance and politics, and media commentators – to discuss the optimal means of utilizing knowledge in the everyday life of humankind.Participation in the Forum is by invitation only. The 400 invited participants will be selected to provide the finest cross-section of current world thinking in the professions represented.