What criteria should be used in selecting, and transferring scientific technologies to developing communities?

I conducted an extensive literature review, analyzed various conventional criteria, and draw from my personal involvement with TEEDOR to compose the essay.

The technology transfer is a dynamic process. The inequalities, values and aspirations shape, and are shaped by the technology. In the past, technology transfer projects have failed partly in failing to realize this aspect. Further, lack of the "human and physical capacity", community involvement, appropriate technology, and priority to recipients' interests has contributed to failure of technology transfer projects. As Susan George highlights, defining social goals by the community is a fundamental step before considering any technology transfer projects. Therefor, the criteria for selection and transfer of technology must be guided by preferred quality of life and must avoid past shortcomings. Considering recipients need as primary, using appropriate technology, innovating the technology around existing systems, consulting the community and guarding against criminal elements are all guidelines drawn from past shortcomings and guided towards preferred quality of life. The criteria are indicative of the direction shown by common sense and sought by social activists.