Driving economic growth, fostering sustainable development, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.
This goal envisions a world where technological progress and infrastructure development are harnessed to improve living standards, promote economic growth, and address pressing global challenges, all while minimizing negative environmental impacts. Achieving this goal is essential for fostering innovation, creating job opportunities, and ensuring that the benefits of industrialization and technology are accessible to all, irrespective of their geographical location or socioeconomic status.
The University of Tulsa aims to contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 9 in various ways:
- Research and Innovation: Engage in research and development activities, particularly in fields related to engineering, technology, and science. This research can lead to technological advancements and innovations that contribute to economic growth and sustainable development.
- Academic Programs: Offer academic programs, courses, and degrees in fields such as engineering, computer science, and business that equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to drive technological innovation and contribute to industry development.
- Technology Transfer: Facilitate technology transfer and collaboration with industry partners to bring innovative solutions and products to the market. This can include research partnerships, incubators, and innovation hubs.
- Infrastructure Development: Maintain and enhance campus infrastructure, including laboratories, research facilities, and information technology infrastructure, to support research and innovation activities.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Implement sustainable practices in campus operations and infrastructure development, including energy-efficient buildings, green transportation options, and sustainable waste management.
- Entrepreneurship Support: Provide support for entrepreneurship and startup initiatives among students, faculty, and alumni. This can include business incubators, entrepreneurship programs, and access to funding opportunities.
- Collaboration with Industry: Collaborate with local and regional industries and businesses to address real-world challenges, promote technology adoption, and contribute to economic growth in the community.
- Promoting Sustainable Development: Incorporate sustainability principles into research projects and curricula, emphasizing sustainable practices in industry and infrastructure development.
- Public-Private Partnerships: Foster partnerships with government agencies, private sector organizations, and non-profits to jointly address infrastructure and technological challenges that align with SDG 9.
- International Engagement: Promote international collaboration and exchanges that allow students and faculty to gain exposure to global innovation trends and share their expertise with international partners.
By actively participating in research and innovation, offering relevant academic programs, and collaborating with industry and community stakeholders, TU contributes to SDG 9’s objectives of fostering technological advancement, promoting sustainable infrastructure development, and supporting economic growth. Additionally, by integrating sustainability principles into its activities, TU can help ensure that advancements in technology and infrastructure align with broader sustainable development goals and benefit society as a whole.
SDG 9 Targets
At least $6M of total expenditures for research and development should come from Business sources (Domestic or foreign for-profit organizations)
$6M+
At least $300K of total expenditures for research and development should come from Non-Profit Organization sources (Domestic or foreign non-profit organizations)
$900K+
At least $1.4M of total research and development expenditures that were externally funded should come as contract agreements
$2.4M
Research
5+
Total Scholars
244
Total Publications
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