Abstract
Within the wider regional innovation system, universities play a unique role in economic development and growth. Support for local businesses and entrepreneurs encompasses funding and technical support, knowledge transfer and infrastructure. As part of their role as anchor, civic and entrepreneurial institutions and fulfilling their third mission – contributing to regional development alongside teaching and research – universities try to actively encourage and support entrepreneurial activities within their institution and region. Through business incubators, universities actively support local businesses and business start-ups.
| Original language | English |
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| Type | City-REDI blog |
| Media of output | Text - Online |
| Publisher | University of Birmingham |
| Publication status | Published - 24 Feb 2021 |
