Blue skies thinking the foundation of innovation
9 October 2025
The real story behind scientific 'breakthroughs' is strong fundamental research, hard slog and a little bit of serendipity.

SPECIAL FEATURE: Kitea Health's breakthrough in a US$2 billion market shows the unique role universities perform as engines of innovation by uniting blue-sky thinking, researchers from multiple disciplines, and industry. Blue skies thinking the foundation of innovation.
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