STI for Social Good: Adapting Policy, Society and Industries for Sustainable Development

22–24 July 2026 | Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

The global call for sustainability demands more than innovation—it requires the strategic alignment of science, technology, and innovation (STI) with societal needs, policy agendas, and industrial transformation.

The International Conference on Science, Technology and Society 2026 seeks to catalyze a dynamic dialogue between academics, policymakers, and thought leaders to explore how STI can advance social good in the face of climate change, inequality, and rapid technological change. This conference offers a critical space for cross-sector dialogue and policy-relevant knowledge exchange, bridging research with real-world impact across Asia and the Global South.

We invite empirical studies, conceptual papers, and policy briefs that examine the evolving intersections of science communication, public engagement, and STI policy for sustainable development. The conference welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that address the following themes: We especially encourage participation from early-career scholars, government think tanks, and regional innovation or science policy agencies.

Conference Themes

1. Science Communication

2. Innovation Ecosystems

3. Socio-Cultural Delilberation & Science Diplomacy