Prof. Ernest Aryeetey highlights the role of SMEs in driving Ghana’s economic growth during his keynote at the second Quarterly Economic Roundtable (QER).
The Director and staff cut the ribbon to launch the digital centre, a new facility designed to strengthen ISSER’s research, training, and learning capabilities.
ISSER has launched a digital centre, a 60-seater facility equipped with high-performance computers and cutting-edge multimedia technology. This new addition is designed to strengthen ISSER’s research, training, and learning capabilities, reinforcing its position as a leading research institution.
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The Institute of Statistical, Social, and Economic Research (ISSER) is set to officially launch a state-of-the-art Digital Centre, designed to enhance learning and research resources. Equipped with high-speed internet, advanced digital tools, and comfortable workstations, the centre provides an ideal space for individual learning and group training sessions.
A group photo of participants, including communication officers from various units across the University of Ghana, with Prof. Audrey Gadzekpo after the first day of the workshop.
Participants of the 2024 Research Methodology Short Course with ISSER Director, faculty, and administrative staff—building expertise and connections together.
The 2024 Research Methodology and Report Writing Short Course at ISSER commenced on September 2, welcoming participants from respected national and international organisations. Spanning two weeks, the course offers in-depth understanding of the latest techniques in research proposal development, methodologies and report writing.
The Future of Work (FoW) Research Initiative, Central and West Africa Hub, is pleased to announce the successful closure of its first Request for Proposals (RFP). The call, which officially closed on August 2, 2024, received an impressive response with nearly 100 completed applications.
A vibrant performance by the University's Ghana Dance Ensemble at the opening ceremony, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Ghana through music and dance.
The 2024 Evidence to Action (E2A2024) Conference officially kicked off yesterday, 24 July, at the ISSER Conference Center, following two days of dynamic pre-conference activities. Drawing over 300 participants from more than 40 countries, the main conference opened with an inspiring session featuring distinguished speakers like Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, and Hon. Ophelia Mensah Hayford, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation.
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In Ghana, policymakers continue to grapple with complex developmental challenges, such as poverty and food insecurity. Despite the potential for research to inform policy decisions, a notable gap persists – stemming from limited interactions between agricultural sector research entities and policy-makers -- hindering effective policy solutions.
The panelists (left - right): Dr. Frank Adu, Dr. John-Hawkins Asiedu, Mrs. Kosi Yankey Ayeh, Dr. Humphrey Ayim-Darke, Ambassador Mike Ocquaye Jnr, Prof. Holger Görg, and Mr. Alex Dadzawa.
