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Funding, Free Riding, and the Future of Canadian Science
Manage episode 521455671 series 3471024
Join Alex Usher in the latest episode of the World of Higher Education Podcast as he talks with Rob Annan, President and CEO of Genome Canada. They explore the intertwined relationship of science and economic progress, the role of government in science funding, and the shift toward a more utilitarian approach to research funding. The discussion covers the current state of science, the impact of policy on scientific research, and the broader implications on public policy. They also delve into the Canadian context, discussing the nation's unique research system and its future direction.
👉 Episode Links:
- Genome Canada
- Register for free: Focus Friday December 5 | What is the Future of Work?
100 episodes
Manage episode 521455671 series 3471024
Join Alex Usher in the latest episode of the World of Higher Education Podcast as he talks with Rob Annan, President and CEO of Genome Canada. They explore the intertwined relationship of science and economic progress, the role of government in science funding, and the shift toward a more utilitarian approach to research funding. The discussion covers the current state of science, the impact of policy on scientific research, and the broader implications on public policy. They also delve into the Canadian context, discussing the nation's unique research system and its future direction.
👉 Episode Links:
- Genome Canada
- Register for free: Focus Friday December 5 | What is the Future of Work?
100 episodes
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