Mission
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To support large-scale multi-disciplinary funding applications in plant science-related research by leveraging the University’s expertise integrating science, technology and policy research.
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To develop strategic academic and industrial partnerships with a global reach.
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To foster and develop synergies with the different initiatives and schools in the University that can lead to funding applications.
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To engage with stakeholders across business, policy and civil society, to ensure translation of fundamental research into practical applications.
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To provide the point of coordination and leadership for external interactions with industry, policy makers and the public.
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To increase the visibility of Plant related research outputs by instigating active dialogue with Industry, policy makers in research councils and government and the general public at a local, regional, national and international levels.
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To contribute to agenda-setting for future plant related research.
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To ensure that multidisciplinary, cross-university projects have support and backing from the University leadership and research community to maximise success and impact.
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To be part of a shared cross-School vision and development plan for building research capacity, partnerships and creating innovation.
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To promote cross-disciplinary research capacity to address plant-related challenges by inspiring the next generation through public engagement and early-career events.
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To catalyse the Plant Science impact strategy by providing guidance for pathways to impact and case studies.
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To create a spirit of awareness of Knowledge Exchange and Entrepreneurship among the Cambridge Plant community.
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To provide a platform for cross-disciplinary funding applications and generate new funding for innovative research.
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To work with industry, funding agencies, UK and foreign governments and other sponsors and benefactors to secure funding for research in plant research.
