The Oxford Accelerator

In Oxfordshire, we now have arguably the fastest growing innovation eco-system in the world. To celebrate our region’s incredible achievements, Mills & Reeve has brought together investors, founders, entrepreneurs and individuals representing the University to discuss the investment landscape, market trends, insights, challenges and opportunities.

Part 1 - Accelerating innovation: Investors and Oxford

Despite national economic and global political uncertainty, Oxfordshire has continued to accelerate business innovation. It has one of the strongest economies in the UK, achieving an impressive 4% year-on-year growth since 2006, and has a vibrant and engaged investor community.

From the misconception that Oxford is all about the university to lessons we could learn from Cambridge, this report is full of insights and observations from the region’s leading influencers and decision makers.

Part 2 - Oxford 2035: Scaling innovation

Oxford has the ingredients to become one of the world's most important science and innovation ecosystems, but success will depend on improving access to capital, infrastructure, commercial support and long-term partnerships that can convert scientific excellence into global businesses.

This report explores the opportunities and challenges that the next decade could bring for Oxford, the Golden Triangle and the UK's wider innovation economy.