University-Industry Partnerships for Positive Change: Transformational Strategic Alliances Towards UN SDGs

Robust university-industry partnerships are essential for achieving the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and creating a better world. This book demonstrates how cross-sector collaboration and innovation can maximize societal benefits, drive economic growth, and address global challenges like climate change through long-term alliances.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2022
Publisher: Bristol University Press

Robust university-industry partnerships are essential to achieving the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and creating a better world for all. In developing the theory and practice of the '5th Generation University,' this book showcases how cross-sector collaboration and innovation are crucial in maximizing the societal benefits of research, education, and knowledge exchange while also driving economic growth and productivity. The authors, with extensive experience working at the interface between academia, industry, and government, demonstrate how universities can effectively combine transdisciplinary programmatic activities and strategic corporate philanthropy. They explain how long-term alliances can be forged to have a transformative impact on the greatest challenges facing our world, such as climate change.

Moreover, the book emphasizes the importance of developing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within universities to foster the creation of new businesses and technologies that can address societal challenges. It provides practical insights and strategies for universities to establish effective collaboration mechanisms with industry, government, and other stakeholders, as well as to develop effective policies and programs that support innovation and entrepreneurship.

In conclusion, this book offers a comprehensive and practical guide for universities seeking to develop effective partnerships with industry and other stakeholders to achieve the SDGs and create a better world for all. It provides valuable insights and strategies for maximizing the societal benefits of research, education, and knowledge exchange while also driving economic growth and productivity. By adopting the principles and practices outlined in this book, universities can play a vital role in addressing the global challenges facing our world and building a more sustainable and prosperous future.

Weight: 304g
Dimension: 139 x 216 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781447364245