New Mitacs head has high hopes for Canadian innovation

By Matthew Robinson. Q&A: Alejandro Adem stresses importance of connecting students to industry
Canadian businesses need to innovate to stay competitive, but this country is lagging its counterparts in research and development, according to the new head of Mitacs.
Alejandro Adem, who has replaced now-University of B.C. President Arvind Gupta as CEO, told The Sun in a recent interview that his organization can boost Canadian innovation by pairing university students with businesses. Read more...