Why we need to recognise the full spectrum of research commercialisation activities in academia 31 Jul 2018 The Institute of Cancer Research is influential on a national scale through its excellence in building partnerships with industry. Science Information and Policy Officer, Roya Ziaie, attended a conference to hear how academics can drive social and economic benefits through these partnerships. Find out more Show/Hide
The secrets of successful industry-academic partnerships 19 Jun 2018 The Institute of Cancer Research, London – the world’s leading academic centre for drug discovery – has announced a major new strategic partnership with science and technology company Merck, and Cancer Research UK. Here Dr Angela Kukula, Director of Enterprise at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) – and responsible for its interactions with industry – gives some tips on what makes a good collaboration between industry and academic researchers. Find out more Show/Hide
Do academic organisations make enough money from their inventions? 21 Feb 2018 Dr Angela Kukula asks whether academic organisations should gain financially from lucrative discoveries – and proposes some solutions to the high costs of new cancer drugs. Find out more Show/Hide
Innovation in research provides benefits to society and the economy… but how do we measure it? 26 Oct 2017