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University funding agency chief Jessica Corner commits to increased focus on generating companies
The head of Research England has promised an “action plan” for the funding agency to help universities create spinout companies.
Groups representing small businesses often complain of difficulties in creating startups based on university research in the UK, which are widely seen as important drivers of economic growth.