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Working Meeting IPN-Alberta January 27th, 2009

On January 27th, IPN celebrated a Working Meeting hosting the Canadian Delegation of Alberta, chaired by the Honourable Doug Horner, Minister of Alberta Advanced Education and Technology (AET).

The ideas exchange, moderated by Dr. Humberto Fabila, Secretary of Research and Posgraduate Studies, began with the presentation "The IPN: Our Community and Its Achievements”, by Dr. José Enrique Villa Rivera, General Director of IPN, followed by the participations mentioned below:

Recent experiences of the IPN in colaboration with NAIT
Dr. Sebastián Díaz de la Torre, Researcher at the Technological Research and Innovation Center (CIITEC)

• Collaboration in student mobility.
• Students recruitment and business incubators.
• More information...

Report of the collaboration between IPN and the Alberta University and the Grant MacEwan College
Dr. Luis Alfonso Villa Vargas, Responsible Lab of Microelectronics and Embedded Systems, IT Research Center (CIC)
Collaboration in education, technology, student and teacher mobility.

Delegation of Alberta at the IPN

Program

Place: Hall of ExDirectors
Time: 11:00 AM

1. Welcome and introduction of atendees by Dr. Luis Humberto Fabila Castillo, Secretary of Research and Posgraduate Studies

2. Presentation “The Instituto Politécnico Nacional: Our Community and Its Achievements”, by Dr. José Enrique Villa Rivera, General Director of IPN

3. Recent experiences of the IPN in colaboration with Alberta, by Dr. Sebastián Díaz de la Torre, CIITEC Researcher

4. Report of the collaboration between IPN and the Alberta University and the Grant MacEwan College, by Dr. Luis Alfonso Villa Vargas, Responsible Lab of Microelectronics and Embedded Systems, CIC

5. Nanotechnology Proyect, by Dr. Gerardo Cabañas Moreno, Nanoscience and Micronanotechnology Networks

6. Presentation of the Business Incubator Center (CIEBT) of the IPN in the topics Innovation and Technology, by M. José Madrid Flores, Secretary of Extension and Social Integration

7. Participation of Dr. Jerry Leonard, Executive Manager Edmonton Waste Management Centre of Excellence

8. Final participations and expectations

9. Intervention of Honourable Doug Horner, Minister of Alberta Advanced Education and Technology

10. Message from Dr. José Enrique Villa Rivera, General Director of the Instituto Politécnico Nacional

Authorities from Alberta that Visited IPN

ALBERTA ADVANCED EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY (AET)

Honourable Doug Horner, Minister of Alberta Advanced Education and Technology

Mr. Tim Schultz, Executive Assistant Office of the Minister

PhD. Ronald Dyck, Assistant Deputy Minister Research Division

Mr. Ken Langhorn, Director Innovation Support Service Branch

Mr. Dan Rizzoli, Director International Education

Mr. Randy Goebel, President and CEO Informatics Circle of Research Excellence, iCORE

PhD. Jerry Leonard, Executive Manager Edmonton Waste Management Centre of Excellence

CANADIAN EMBASSY IN MEXICO

Mtro. David Nygaard, Managing Director Alberta Mexico Office (Mexico City)

Ing. Guillermo Larios, Business Delegate (Science and Technology)

Invited Authorities from IPN

1. Dr. José Enrique Villa Rivera, General Director
2. Dr. Yoloxóchitl Bustamante Diez, Academic Secretary
3. Dr. Luis Humberto Fabila Castillo, Secretary of Research and Posgraduate Studies
4. M. José Madrid Flores, Secretary of Extension and Social Integration
5. M. Dolores Sánchez Soler, Advisor Coordinator, General Director´s Office
6. M. Santiago Reyes Herrera, Coordinator of Academic Cooperation
7. Dr. Heberto Balmori Ramírez, Director of Research
8. Dr. José Guadalupe Trujillo Ferrara, Director of Posgraduate Studies
9. Dr. Luis Alfonso Villa Vargas, Lab of Microelectronics and Embedded Systems, IT Research Center (CIC)
10. M. Eduardo Meza Olvera, Director of the Polytechnic Unit for Business Development and Competitiveness (UPDCE)
11. Dr. Norma Patricia Muñoz Sevilla, Director of the Multi-disciplinary Research and Study Center on Environment and Development (CIIEMAD)
12. Dr. Jaime Álvarez Gallegos, Director of the IT Research Center (CIC)
13. Dr. Gerardo Cabañas, Nanoscience and Micronanotechnology Networks, School of Physics and Mathematics (ESFM)
14. Dr. Sebastián Díaz de la Torre, Researcher, Technological Research and Innovation Center (CIITEC)

References

Minister Douglas Horner

Ministry of Advanced Education and Technology
Alberta Advanced Education and Technology (AET)

Biography
Minister´s Mandate for Advanced Education and Technology

David Nygaard
Managing Director Alberta Mexico Office

Alberta Mexico Office

Innovation Agenda
The goal of Alberta’s innovation agenda is to sustain and enhance the province’s long term prosperity and quality of life through science, technology and innovation. In Alberta, government strategies, policies and collaboration between research institutions, industry and governments is required for the growth of diverse, knowledge-driven companies, engaged in sustainable development.
These companies can compete successfully in world markets, provide skilled employment for Albertans, and strengthen the province’s economy and quality of life.Building on a solid fiscal and regulatory foundation, Alberta’s innovation agenda focuses on three strong, competitive sectors: energy, information and communications technology and the life sciences.The innovation agenda supports the goals of key Alberta government strategies, including the 20 year strategy, value-added strategy and integrated energy strategy.

Technology Priorities
Investing in science and technology today is critical to ensuring prosperity and a high quality of life tomorrow. That is why Alberta Advanced Education and Technology is focusing on the application of science and research and the innovative use of technology to shape the future of the province.

Institutes
Alberta Energy Research Institute (AERI)
Alberta ICT Institute (AICTI)
Alberta Life Sciences Institute (ALSI)
Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI)
Alberta Forestry Research Institute (AFRI)

Instituto Politécnico Nacional

Founded in 1936, the National Polytechnic Institute (Instituto Politécnico Nacional, IPN) is the most important public technological higher education center in Mexico. Academic quality is one of our main distinctions: more than 94% of our students are trained in an educational program at a quality level recognized by external agencies. The Institute was founded on the premise of supporting the country’s industrialization and national development process, as well as to offer education opportunities to various social sectors, especially the less favored. In 2004, the Institute undertook a process of institutional transformation to renew its mission. With over 72 years of existence, its role in higher education, science and technology, and the quality of services it provides, has propelled it to become a national leader in technological education with broad public recognition.

College Education and Post-Graduate Studies
Besides Technical Highschool, the Institute educates students for professional performance in the labor market through 25 schools, centers and inter-disciplinary units in school face to face and virtual modes, both based on teaching and research at laboratories, workshops and pilot plants. Most of our programs are eight semesters long, while others extend to nine or ten semesters. The selection process takes place by means of an annual acceptance exam. The 2007-2008 school-year had 85,240 students, 68 bachelor degree programs and 24 higher education campuses. This coming February the Guanajuato Campus' Professional Inter-Disciplinary Engineering Unit will open offering four bachelor programs for the 2008-2009 school-year. More than 90% of all college students were enrolled in programs recognized by the different agencies that comprise COPAES.
Post-graduate studies are flexible and closely linked to research and feature a strong component based on tutorials to facilitate academic exchange. Students also benefit from the advantages offered by technology, as well as from workplace experiences. More than five thousand students are enrolled in the 28 specialties, 60 master degrees, and 28 PhD programs. Post-graduate studies are taught in colleges and research centers nationwide. The National Post Graduate Program recognizes fifty-four of these programs, which accounts for close to 41% of total enrollment. Posgraduate programs.

National and International Collaboration

At the IPN collaboration and internationalization are part of the integral stretegy of relations with the environment. They are both driven by the academic and student exchange, network creation, involvement in a number of events, as well as joint teaching, research and outreach projects that are formalized by agreements. The Institute has a long-standing tradition of collaboration with institutions and universities of Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Cuba, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Japan, Spain, United Kingdom, and United States of America, among others. Coordination for Academic Cooperation

Scientific and Technological Research Centers

Multi-disciplinary centers
• Multi-disciplinary Center of Marine Sciences, La Paz, Baja California Sur
• Multi-disciplinary Research and Study Center on Environment and Development, Mexico City
• Multi-disciplinary Research Center for the Integral Regional Development, Durango, Michoacán, Sinaloa and Oaxaca Units
Digital and IT centers
• IT Research Center, Mexico City
• Digital Technology Research and Development Center, Tijuana, Baja California
Specialized centers
• Biotic Products Development Center, Yautepec, Morelos
• Genome Bio-technology Center, Reynosa, Tamaulipas
• Economic, Administrative and Social Sciencies Research Center, Mexico City
• Applied Bio-technology Research Center, Tlaxcala, Tlaxcala
• Mexican Center for Cleaner Production, Mexico City
• Regional Center for Cleaner Production, Villahermosa, Tabasco
Technological innovation centers
• Technological Research and Innovation Center, Mexico City
• IT Innovation and Development Center, Mexico City
Applied science and advanced technology centers
• Research Center in Applied Science and Advanced Technology, Altamira, Legaria and Querétaro Units

iCORE was established in October 1999 by the Government of Alberta to foster an expanding community of exceptional researchers in the field of informatics, that is, areas of computer science, electrical and computer engineering, physics, mathematics and other disciplines related to information and communications technology (ICT).
As part of the Government of Alberta's strategy to create a globally competitive knowledge-based economic sector, iCORE is directing its support to areas in which Alberta has a chance to develop internationally recognized research teams. It is also focusing on areas in which Alberta companies are active, so that intellectual property and valuable knowledge workers resulting from iCORE's investment will have compelling reasons to stay in Alberta.
iCORE invests in people of the highest calibre, research scientists who work on fundamental and applied problems in informatics. It operates several grant programs to develop iCORE Chairs at Alberta universities, around which world-class research teams are developed. Since its inception, more than 24 research chairs have been established to focus on emerging areas such as wireless communications, artificial intelligence, and quantum and nanocomputing.

The Edmonton Waste Management Centre of Excellence is a one-stop resource for services in sustainable waste management. Our state-of-the-art research, demonstration, and education facilities are supported by the world-class expertise and waste management infrastructure of our members.
The Centre's members are the City of Edmonton, the University of Alberta, the Alberta Research Council, AMEC Earth and Environmental Ltd., Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, and EPCOR Water Services Inc. Through our members we offer unparalled resources to meet your waste management needs.

Research & Technology Development—Our mix of pilot- and commercial-scale facilities, real-time access to waste streams, and close linkages to expert researchers allows for a holistic approach to research and technology development. Our research services include the following:
Piloting
Technology Demonstration
Technology Commercialization
ETV Canada Environmental Technology Verification
Research Consultation
Education & Training—The Centre provides a number of education initiatives to deliver scientific and applied knowledge for individuals, corporations, associations and institutions. Programs can be developed in consultation with clients to meet their specific needs. Training opportunities include the following:
Solid Waste & Wastewater Operator Training
Monthly Seminars
Custom Training Programs
Advisory and Management Services—We offer technical advice and project management in all areas of waste management. We will assemble the best resources and individuals from among our members to address client needs, making them available on a per-diem or fixed-fee basis. Sample areas of expertise include the following:
Wastewater Treatment
Odour Control
Strategic Waste Management Planning
Social Marketing and Behaviour Change
Environmental Monitoring
Design of Efficient Collection Systems

Areas of Interest

Energy

The Alberta Government’s commitment to energy research is more important today than ever before. Alberta’s conventional oil and gas supplies are declining, and relying solely on current methods of production is not an option.
Research is needed to develop ways to recover the significant amount of conventional oil left behind, as well as less energy intensive methods to extract heavy oil and bitumen. Research is also necessary for the energy sector to reduce the impact of greenhouse gases and other emissions.
Over the years, government and industry have worked together to invest in technology and research, and find innovative ways to extract and process energy resources. In fact, all major technologies currently being used by Alberta’s energy sector were developed as a direct result of government-industry collaboration. And government is committed to its partnership with industry in pursuing energy research opportunities and addressing the challenges.
Energy Research Priorities

Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is one of the world’s strongest and fastest growing economic sectors. It is vital to Alberta’s future and will play a key role in improving health care, education and the delivery of government services throughout the province. The Alberta Science and Research Authority released its ICT strategy in 1998, and various groups in both the private and public sector have embraced the strategy and are putting it to good use. This direction has opened doors to progressive collaboration between all areas of government and the private sector in each of the four pillars identified in the ICT strategy. These pillars include education, infrastructure, research and development and growth. Alberta Advanced Education and Technology is committed to fostering excellence in ICT research that contributes to the continued prosperity of this province.
ICT Resources

The Instituto Politécnico Nacional has established the ICT as an important area of study.
IT Research Center (CIC)
Digital Technology Research and Development Center (CITEDI)
Technological Research and Innovation Center (CIITEC)
IT Innovation and Development Center (CIDETEC)
Research Center in Applied Science and Advanced Technology (CICATA)
Altamira, Legaria and Querétaro Units

Life Sciences, Environment and Biotechnology

Alberta Advanced Education and Technology is working to grow Alberta’s economy through life sciences innovation, policy and investment.
The life sciences sectors offer many opportunities for local, national and global innovation-based growth; the transformation of Alberta’s traditional economies; and a new basis for economic, social and environmental excellence.
The life sciences involves the science, technology, products or processes related to living things, especially in the areas of health, food, agriculture, forestry and environment. Increasing knowledge in the life sciences, considered in the context of other sectors such as energy, information and communications technology, and nanotechnology, is leading to new innovation opportunities. Some possibilities include:
Energy from renewable agriculture and forest feedstock
Plant-based pharmaceuticals and natural health products
Nano-bio therapeutics and medical devices
Fibre-based construction and manufacturing materials
Innovation in agricultural production
Improvements in resource management



The relationship with the environment is of great importance to the Instituto Politécnico Nacional, as well as the best management of natural resources.
The IPN also has an important area of research in Biotechnology, and the Environment and Biotechnology networks have been created.
Multi-disciplinary Research and Study Center on Environment and Development (CIIEMAD)
Multi-disciplinary Research Center for the Integral Regional Development (CIIDIR)
Durango, Michoacán, Sinaloa and Oaxaca Units
Multi-disciplinary Center of Marine Sciences (CICIMAR)
Biotic Products Development Center (CEPROBI)
Genome Biotechnology Center (CBG)
Applied Biotechnology Research Center (CIBA)
Mexican Center for Cleaner Production (CMP+L)
Professional Interdisciplinary Unit of Biotechnology (UPIBI)


Nanotechnology

Alberta’s success in applying science, research and technology to develop innovative processes and products has put the province in the forefront in a number of fields, including oil, oil sands, natural gas, forestry and agriculture. As a result, the province has been a Canadian leader in most economic indicators, from growth to employment, from the education of the work force to productivity, from average family income to standard of living.
In the 21st century, nanotechnology will redefine competitiveness and prosperity across the globe. Nanotechnology bridges the full spectrum of science and, like computing, it cuts across all industries. As more is learned, nanotechnology is expected to lead to the creation of entirely new industries.
Applying provincial government funding to strategic initiatives, enhancing opportunities for sustained private-sector investments and encouraging nano businesses to establish in Alberta will help ensure that the provincial economy is more resilient to market-driven changes, remains globally competitive throughout its’ second century and provides high-quality jobs for future generations.
The Alberta Nanotechnology Strategy lays out the guiding principles, priorities and actions needed to position Alberta as a nanotechnology leader in Canada and among the most technologically advanced regions worldwide.
Nanotechnology Strategy


The research in Nanotechnolgy in the Instituto Politécnico Nacional is quite advanced, and the Nanotechnology and Nanosciences networks have been created.
The IPN also has a great proyect in nanotechnology called TECNOPOLIS.

Digital Technology Research and Development Center (CITEDI)
Technological Research and Innovation Center (CIITEC)
IT Innovation and Development Center (CIDETEC)
Research Center in Applied Science and Advanced Technology (CICATA)
Altamira, Legaria and Querétaro Units