Collaborative care
Think tank: NCUB
Author(s): Various authors
April 7, 2025
This report from UK think tank NCUB looks at how university-business partnerships drive medical advancements.
In this edition of our ‘Showcasing Collaboration’ series, we explore how university–business collaborations are transforming the future of healthcare.
From personalised cancer treatments to AI-powered diagnostic tools, these case studies reveal how collaboration between academia and industry is driving innovation at pace and scale. By combining cutting-edge research with real-world application, universities and businesses are delivering breakthroughs that improve patient outcomes and strengthen healthcare systems.
Whether it’s tackling cardiovascular disease or advancing sustainable practices in medicine, these examples demonstrate the power of partnership in addressing some of today’s most pressing health challenges.