Report

Strategic Innovation Opportunities for NI

Matrix commissioned this study to explore the links between research excellence and innovation in Northern Ireland. The aims of this project were to map/identify the following for Northern Ireland:

  • Excellence in science and research, highlighting areas of world-class and internationally-competitive capabilities;
  • Strengths in innovation activities;
  • Science and innovation assets, including institutes & facilities;
  • Ability to work collaboratively across the R&D, science and innovation landscape, identifying potential areas for greater collaboration;
  • Engagement between the research base and business.