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"I would like to say that since Kondratiev’s long wave theory it has been known that creating innovation and implementing innovation in society is an objective process, a process with its own specific and objective patterns. As people who are active in the political arena we can promote innovation. I personally believe that as far as institutions go, the EIT is more important for the future of Europe than, for example, the European Commission. I believe that there are three fundamental things that can help raise awareness in society of the importance of science and make it more popular.
Firstly, scientists should be seen as role models in society. It is vital that scientists such as Mr Holý, an outstanding Czech chemist with dozens of patents to his name, be presented as a model of values for young people rather than sportsmen or singers. Therefore, we should strive to achieve – to use a sort of slogan – a new ‘value pattern’.
Secondly, we should aim to achieve a renewed ‘value leadership’. Europe has given the world more outstanding scholars than all the other continents combined. The value of scientific endeavour has always been fundamental for Europeans. We should make every effort to ensure that Europe regains its leading position in this respect.
Thirdly, we also need what I would like to call a ‘pioneering spirit’, which would show Europe the way forward."@en1
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