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Economic crisis and weak outlook hit innovation
Current weak economic recovery will likely lead to continued sluggish growth in R&D spending by firms, says a new OECD report
Number of new drugs hits ten-year low in 2010, as R&D spending fell to $68B
The pharma industry spent less on drug R&D last year than at any time in the last three years and there was a fall in the number of drugs getting approval, and of products in early-stage trials
A new green growth path for Europe
The EU’s new roadmap for low-carbon growth aspires to protect the environment at the same time as spurring the development of new markets and boosting the economy. But can green really equal competitive?
Fearless Angels are critical in overcoming the capital shortage facing innovation
It’s often hard to quantify, but angel investing is a growing around the world. New data indicate this will be key to overcoming the growth challenges facing entrepreneurs, says the OECD's Karen Wilson
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Economic crisis and weak outlook hit innovation
Current weak economic recovery will likely lead to continued sluggish growth in R&D spending by firms, says a new OECD report
Fearless Angels are critical in overcoming the capital shortage facing innovation
It’s often hard to quantify, but angel investing is a growing around the world. New data indicate this will be key to overcoming the growth challenges facing entrepreneurs, says the OECD's Karen Wilson
Number of new drugs hits ten-year low in 2010, as R&D spending fell to $68B
The pharma industry spent less on drug R&D last year than at any time in the last three years and there was a fall in the number of drugs getting approval, and of products in early-stage trials
A new green growth path for Europe
The EU’s new roadmap for low-carbon growth aspires to protect the environment at the same time as spurring the development of new markets and boosting the economy. But can green really equal competitive?
Economic crisis hits at Europe’s higher education
Austerity measures are leading to changes in tuition fees, collaboration with industry, philanthropic funding and funding from donations, says European University Association.
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