School of Social and Political Science

Description

1 February 2003 - 1 January 2007

Economic and Social Research Council funded project is currently investigating the changing nature, direction and management of life science-based innovations in the pharmaceutical and health sectors. We are attempting to improve understanding of the complex and diverse strategies employed by different types of firm, and assess their impact on the scientific, technological and industrial landscape. Methods Case studies and interviews, with representatives of `big' and `medium' sized pharmaceutical companies, small and medium sized biotech companies, public sector research organisations and trade bodies Document analysis of company websites, annual reports, press releases etc Analysis of patent data and data from consultancy reports.

Researchers: Dr James Mittra; Prof Donald MacKenzie; Prof Joyce Tait; Prof Robin Williams

Contact: James Mittra