The Research Councils' Business Plan Competition for 2007 has now been launched.
The Competition is open to researchers based in UK Higher Education Institutions or Public Sector Research Establishments who are looking to develop their business ideas towards commercialisation, providing entrants with access to training and specialist advice and the support of coaches and mentors as well as a cash prize for the winner and runners up. Outline business ideas are sought in the first instance to be submitted by 14 September 2007.
Further informationFull details on how to take part in the competition are available on the RCUK website. You can also contact the Competition Manager for further information. Contact Sarah Cooper email: rcbpcomp@epsrc.ac.uk, Tel: 01793 444422.RCUK press release