Strengthening Industry–Academia Linkages for Innovation

Sub-theme 3: Strengthening Industry–Academia Linkages for Innovation

Innovation thrives when academia and industry collaborate. This sub- theme explores mechanisms for translating academic research into commercial solutions, fostering co-creation, and incentivising deeper engagement between universities and the private sector.

Focus Areas

Models for joint R&D and technology transfer
Industry-academia partnerships in product development
IP licensing, spinouts, and startup incubation
Aligning graduate skills with market needs

Expected Outcomes:

Collaborative frameworks for innovation co-development
University–industry MOUs for joint ventures and innovation labs
Increased commercialization of academic research
Policy briefs to support knowledge transfer and shared infrastructure

Forging stronger, more effective partnerships between universities and industry to accelerate the translation of academic research into market-ready solutions and commercial ventures.

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Unleashing the Power of the Creative Economy

Harnessing the creative economy's potential through supportive ecosystems for commercialization, investment, and scalable creative ventures.

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