"Colombia is a Latin American country, medium in size, with about 46 million inhabitants and a GDP of 231 billion dollars3. Approximately 1% of total GDP is invested in science and technology. The country's activities in promoting science and technology are through the National System of Science, Technology and Innovation (NSSTI) which has been operating for more than 20 years. In recent years, there has developed a recognition that the country has great potential for innovative growth and development through the action of its national innovation system, but that more needs to be done..."