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07/07/2026 - Scottish Universities Drive Economic Benefits through Strong Research Links
Report highlights high-quality output, business engagement and productivity spillovers from university research in Scotland.
University research in Scotland is delivering wide-ranging economic benefits, with strong evidence of knowledge creation, industry collaboration and innovation pathways, according to this Scottish Funding Council (SFC) commissioned report. The Frontier Economics analysis The Impact of Scottish University Research on Scotland's Economy examines how research conducted across Scotland's 19 higher education institutions contributes to productivity and growth, while informing policy discussions on how public funding can maximise impact.
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