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Gas suddenly became a lot more abundant than previously imagined, and prices in the US and other markets have plummeted.

After years of debate, the way Europeans protect their inventions is about to change radically with the implementation of the Unitary patent system.

A Science|Business dinner debate

Many technologies are under development, from electric cars and fuel cells to cellulosic biofuels, but none yet are cost-effective and market uptake is stymied.

The ACES - Academic Enterprise Awards - are the only pan-European awards for spin-out companies emerged from European universities and public research centres.

The development of ‘Big Data’ applications and e-infrastructure can stimulate a new wave of economic and social progress.

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.

What is the state of R&D, funding, and infrastructure in Europe? What challenges exist for the EU to maintain its research lead in this field? A Science|Business Policy Roundtable.