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Time to end bias against academia’s female entrepreneurs

Time to end bias against academia’s female entrepreneurs

University spin-off companies play a key role in taking innovation into the wider market and they also contribute to economic growth. However, the participation of women scientists and engineers in the development and formation of university spin-offs is limited. This was clearly demonstrated in a study by Elsevier last year on gender in research across […] … learn more→

What entrepreneurs can learn from olympians

As Britain prepares for a summer of sport, Steve Backley, former javelin world record holder and Olympian turned business motivator and author, calls on British businesses to encourage competition following two polls showing many embrace competition at work. The first report, carried out by the National Business Awards in partnership with Orange, shows that 65% […] … learn more→