LERU twenty-one member universities have applied for more than 1,040 patents and created 730 spin-offs
Open for business is the title of the new document that the League of European Research Universities (LERU) has just published. It describes some of the exciting ways in which LERU members engage in enterprise and innovation. The document collects many data, for instance it states that in 2013 LERU members applied for 1,040 patents, signed 850 licences agreements, created 730 spin-offs and set up 9,400 collaboration agreements with companies. In addition, it is important to highlight that LERU universities provide employment for more than 100,000 people.
Open for business is the title of the new document that the League of European Research Universities (LERU) has just published. It describes some of the exciting ways in which LERU members engage in enterprise and innovation. The document collects many data, for instance it states that in 2013 LERU members applied for 1,040 patents, signed 850 licences agreements, created 730 spin-offs and set up 9,400 collaboration agreements with companies. In addition, it is important to highlight that LERU universities provide employment for more than 100,000 people.
In 2013, LERU decided to embark upon the creation of the Enterprise and Innovation Community in order to further build on the collective strengths of the members for the social and economic benefit of Europe. LERUʼs main objectives are: to create effective networks in order to promote an even greater commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation and working with industry, to share and spread good practices, and to communicate the activities of the Enterprise and Innovation Community to the world.