Technological innovations Scotland.
This is how independence can boost our innovation nation status
Author / Creator: Believe in Scotland
Media type: News Media
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One of the key drivers of a successful economy is innovation. Scotland has a proven track record of being a highly innovative nation. This can be one of the foundations upon which to build an exciting economic future. Main elements are information technology, life sciences, software and gaming, and space technologies.
Back to basics: Research and Development in Scotland
Author / Creator: Ben Cooper
Media type: Assessment report
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Investment in Scotland's R&D has increased over the past decade, but lags behind the UK and other OECD countries. Continued growth in these sectors will require significant investment and policies that incentivise R&D activity.
Scottish Space Agency – A discussion on Scotland’s place in the space industry
Author / Creator: Craig Berry
Media type: Policy Paper
Date published: July 2017
This paper proposes a Scottish Space Agency and Spaceport to make Scotland a world leader in an industry sector of the future.
Disruptive Technologies: the impact on workers in Scotland
Author / Creator: Craig Berry
Media type: Policy Paper
Date published:
Automation and other disruptive technologies are being rapidly deployed into economies and planning is required to adapt economic policies so as to avoid job losses. This paper examines the impact of these disruptive technologies and offers solutions that will protect workers and allow Scotland to capture the benefits of new technology and innovation.