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New IP initiatives needed to accelerate translation of university research
Negotiations over IP are acknowledged as one of the biggest bottlenecks in university/industry collaborations. A number of piecemeal schemes aim to overcome this, but a systematic approach is required to create more liquid markets for research outputs
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Time to remodel management of university IP
Traditional tech transfer makes it hard for industry to realise commercial potential, and for universities to maximise the value, of IP. A new approach pioneered by the University of Manitoba aims to change this, using IP to underpin collaboration, explains Digvir Jayas
Take the next step to end the gender gap in science – fix the institutions
Empowering women in research is not enough to close the gender gap. It’s time to “fix the institutions” say Androulla Vassiliou, Commissioner for Education and Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, Commissioner for R&D, in a Q&A with Science|Business
Devote regional development money to research and innovation
If Europe’s regional policy is to contribute to smart and sustainable growth, regional funds must be allocated to research, innovation, ICT and the low carbon economy, says Johannes Hahn, Commissioner for Regional Policy
Still room for improvement to ensure €70B Horizon 2020 delivers on innovation objectives
The architects of Horizon 2020 have worked long and hard to simplify things for researchers and SMEs. But bureaucratic barriers remain and there is still no proper system in place for tracking research outputs
MEPs approve new limits on CO2 emissions from cars
Lower CO2 limits are intended to protect the environment and spur clean car innovation. But environmentalists say a “super credits” scheme will allow car makers to fudge emission figures, undermining both objectives, while manufacturers say the limits will push up costs
University twinning unites Maltese and Belgian scientists to work on climate change
With the 2013 Innovation Scoreboard showing continued dominance of Europe's leading countries and scant progress in others, a university collaboration between Malta and Leuven on climate change aims to bridge the gap

Kurt Deketelaere reappointed Secretary-General of LERU
Professor Kurt Deketelaere has been reappointed to a second term as Secretary-General of the League of European Research Universities (LERU). The...
KU Leuven: Professor Rik Torfs elected Rector
Professor Rik Torfs has received the required majority of votes in the second round of the rectorial election. His four-year mandate...
Imperial College: Good progress for integrated care pilot
A report evaluating a new scheme designed to deliver more integrated care to patients in North West London has been published...




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Innovation Intelligence
Experts debate the future of stem cells
Europe is currently a world leader in the fundamental science underpinning regenerative medicine and cell therapy, and in its therapeutic use and regulation. But how can Europe build on its leading position?
New ideas for managing scarce resources and energy
Report of a high-level academic policy debate resource innovation, containing key ideas and recommendations on how to manage scarce resources and energy in Europe.
ACES and EIT Awards Yearbook
The 2012 ACES and EIT Awards Yearbook, with detailed profiles of this year's winning companies, EU Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou's vision on innovative entrepreneurship and an introduction by Chairman of the EIT's Governing Board Alexander von Gabain.
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Events
Smarter Data for Europe: Live webcast with Vice-President Neelie Kroes
The development of ‘Big Data’ applications and e-infrastructure can stimulate a new wave of economic and social progress.
Park Royal, Brussels - 23 May 2013
Academic Enterprise Awards (ACES) 2013
The ACES - Academic Enterprise Awards - are the only pan-European awards for spin-out companies emerged from European universities and public research centres.
European Parliament, Brussels - 04 June 2013
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Webinar: Smarter Data for a Healthier Society
Experts discuss how public sector information can play an increasingly important role in helping Europe reap the economic and social benefits of 'Big Data'.
Webinar: How Europe can build on its leading position in regenerative medicine
Following a positive ruling on patents and a decision to maintain funding for embryonic stem cell research in Horizon 2020, experts say that things are looking up for regenerative medicine.
Webcast: Can EU = Entrepreneurship Union?
How can the EU help to get more technology start-ups moving? Join us to hear about the EU's new €2.5 billion support programme for small companies, government procurement and university incubators.

ETI seeks partners to develop gearbox & engine air charging systems to increase HDV efficiency
The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) is seeking partners - major companies, academics and SMEs to help develop a new type of...
Progress towards clean energy has stalled, IEA says
The rapid expansion of renewable technologies is one of the few bright spots in an otherwise bleak assessment of global progress...
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