ACCI Deputy President, Adesugba, Set to Unveil Book on Academia-Industry Collaboration
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Professor Adesoji Adesugba, First Deputy President of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), is set to unveil a new book examining how stronger collaboration between academia and industry can drive innovation, entrepreneurship and economic transformation in Nigeria and across Africa.
The forthcoming book, titled From Laboratory to Marketplace: Bridging Industry and Academia for Innovation-Led Development, With Lessons for Nigeria and Africa, explores practical ways to convert academic research and scientific discoveries into marketable products, sustainable businesses and employment opportunities.
The publication addresses the persistent gap between knowledge creation and its commercial application, highlighting the need for stronger partnerships among universities, research institutions, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and the organised private sector.
It also examines the policy frameworks, financing mechanisms and institutional partnerships required to build effective innovation ecosystems capable of supporting industrial development and economic growth.
Drawing on international experiences and his professional engagements across investment promotion, public institutions and the private sector, Adesugba offers insights into how research institutions and businesses can collaborate to develop practical solutions to societal challenges while creating economic value.
The book is particularly relevant to Nigeria and other African economies seeking to strengthen local production, encourage technology-driven entrepreneurship, improve industrial competitiveness and reduce the disconnect between academic research and market demands.
With a foreword by Engr. Umar Buba Bindir, PhD, the publication is expected to serve as a resource for researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, business executives and other stakeholders interested in advancing innovation and sustainable development.
Adesugba’s forthcoming work also highlights the importance of creating an enabling environment where universities and businesses can jointly develop new technologies, commercialise research findings and establish enterprises capable of generating employment and wealth.
Closer collaboration between academia and industry could help African economies maximise the value of their research investments, develop new industries and strengthen their participation in global innovation-driven markets.
According to the announcement, official details concerning the book’s release will be communicated in due course. The author has invited interested readers and stakeholders to stay connected for further information.
The book highlights the investment potential of stronger partnerships between universities, research institutions and the private sector.
By transforming research findings into commercially viable products and services, such partnerships can create opportunities for investors, stimulate enterprise development, improve productivity and strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness in emerging industries.
The proposed approach also offers opportunities for businesses to collaborate with researchers in developing new technologies, improving existing products and creating sustainable business models.
(Olayemi John-Mensah, ACCI Media & Strategy Officer)
