Publishing Principles

Introduction to GOTIT and its Mission

GOTIT, or Global Open Territorial Innovation & Technology, transcends mere publishing. By distinguishing between Innovation and Technology — encompassing scientific/technological, social, cultural, business models, and more — our mission is to build a globally connected knowledge base. We harness the “wisdom of the crowd,” mobilizing global collective intelligence for the co-creation of knowledge and roadmaps. Embracing participative democracy, diversity, inclusiveness, equity, and indigenous knowledge, we invite contributions from around the world to develop contextualized knowledge bases, moving towards sustainable development and climate targets. “Leaving no one behind” is not just a principle; it’s our essence.

Target Audience

  • Policymakers: Guiding those shaping sustainable innovation policies.
  • Industry Experts: Aligning professional insights with SDG targets.
  • Innovators, Research Scientists, and Students: Inspiring creativity, fostering innovation, and encouraging academic pursuit.
  • Global Citizens: Empowering individuals worldwide for a sustainable future.

Content Focus

  • Multi-level/multi-stakeholder collaboration: Broad, cross-border cooperation.
  • Systemic approach to SDGs: Holistic methods for complex challenges.
  • Knowledge production, dissemination, and capacity development: Powerful tools for change.

Science, Policy & Practice Tryptich:

  • Science:
    1. Knowledge production
    2. Knowledge dissemination
  • Practice: 3. Entrepreneurial experimentation
    1. Resource mobilization
  • Policy: 5. Research orientation

    1. Innovation legitimation
    2. Market formation
  • Foresight Roadmaps: Strategic guides for SDG targets.

Commitment to Quality and Relevance

GOTIT’s publishing platform is imbued with purpose. We ensure all content is backed by strong scientific evidence and high-quality data, referencing pertinent, peer-reviewed scientific journal articles. Our commitment to quality, accuracy, and relevance goes beyond standards — it resonates with our mission. We not only meet but strive to elevate the integrity of our content, empowering, guiding, and catalyzing actions toward sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity.

Publishing with GOTIT is more than contributing an article; it’s joining a movement towards a world where sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity converge, and where no one is left behind.

Author

  • Abderrahim Merzak Ph.D.

    Dr. Merzak, Founding Chairman of the "Territorium Institute" in Ottawa-Ontario, is a visionary leader in innovation, technology transfer, and research for development (R4D). Transitioning from a research scientist, Dr. Merzak is championing the co-creation of territorial socio-technical innovation systems, empowering communities to meet the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement's Net-Zero targets. His group has pioneered online platforms promoting social learning and co-creation of sustainable roadmaps using community scenario planning. Dr. Merzak fervently believes in harnessing collective intelligence, tacit knowledge, and systems thinking to co-design brighter futures on various scales, from local communities to nations. His achievements include catalyzing international partnerships, founding the International e-Gov Forum in Dubai and the International Forum of Local Governments in Morocco, and promoting digital and sustainable projects globally. With managerial experience in a French biotech firm and advisory roles in biotechnology, Dr. Merzak has also orchestrated global B2B events in diverse sectors. Academically, he has served prestigious institutions like Paris-Saclay University and King’s College London. A recipient of numerous accolades, Dr. Merzak has contributed extensively to scientific literature and holds a Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology of cancer from Paris-Diderot University, alongside other significant academic credentials.

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