6. David Willets, Universities and Science Minister: Dept for Business, Innovation and Skills Universities UK Annual Conference A strong research base is vital for our future in a global knowledge economy……. Science and research are the life blood of many sectors essential to growth and a rebalanced economy. 9 Sept 2010 Science and innovation key to driving the growth agenda Major research investments in Cambridge underline the importance of innovation to Britain’s economic recovery…. 10 Sept 2010
25. YEF: Success in Collaborative Research Commercialisation 2004-2010 (2 tranches) 95 projects £3.5m public sector spend over 6 years £7.5m levered to date and rising Yorkshire Forward flagship project International model of best practice Key to project success – collaboration Academic researcher Host university Funding agency Commercial partner Business mentor Programme management team