The survey results show the number of new and on-going spin-off companies associated with UK HEPs. 129 spin-offs were started with some HEP ownership in 2014/15. 4,160 graduate start-up companies and 138 social enterprises were formed.
The HE-BCI survey also covers various types of interaction with businesses and communities. The results include the income earned by HEPs from activities such as contract research, consultancy, hire of facilities and intellectual property.