CIHE associates Philip Ternouth and Cathy Garner have recently published an article “Absorptive capacity and innovation in the triple helix model” in the International Journal of Knowledge-Based Development. Absorptive capacity and innovation in the triple helix model This paper explores the role of absorptive capacity in determining innovation capabilities at two levels. First, it seeks [...]

David Docherty, Chief Executive of the Council for Industry and Higher Education, said: “Collaboration between business and higher education is key to generating cutting edge research. The Government needs to continue with imaginative schemes to create the right environment to make this happen. Today’s announcement is therefore very exciting and good news for the country’s [...]

CIHE’s Response to Government’s Innovation Strategy Commenting on the launch of the Government’s Innovation and Research Strategy for Growth, David Docherty, Chief Executive of the Council for Industry and Higher Education, said:  “It is good to see ministers recognise that innovation and research are vital to rebalancing the economy. This announcement puts university and business [...]

CIHE responded today to the announcement by the Government of a £170 million package aimed at “sharpening” the UK’s competitive edge and promoting careers in industry. Speaking to the Press Association, David Docherty, Chief Executive of CIHE said: “Innovation centres will play a crucial role, but we need a sea change in the way business and [...]

CIHE associates Philip Ternouth and Cathy Garner have recently published an article “What works in business-university knowledge exchange” in the August 2011 edition of FOCUS by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering. What works in business-university knowledge exchange The growing importance of the ‘Impact Agenda’ in university research funding reflects a parallel concentration [...]