STI in Flanders DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMY, SCIENCE & INNOVATION KONING ALBERT II-laan 35 bus 10 Science, Technology & Innovation 1030 Brussels www.ewi-vlaanderen.be Policy & Key Figures - 2017 STI in Flanders Science, Technology & Innovation Flanders Policy & Key Figures 2017 Colophon STI in Flanders is a publication of The Flemish Government, Department Economy, Science and Innovation Flemish Government Departement EWI Koning Albert II-laan 35, bus 10 1030 Brussel Tel.: 02 553 59 80
[email protected] www.ewi-vlaanderen.be Publisher: Johan Hanssens, Secretaris-generaal Authors: Niko Geerts, Monica Van Langenhove, Peter Viaene, Pierre Verdoodt Date of publication: December 2017 Content revised and enlarged version finalised on 1st of September 2017 The reproduction of content of the “STI in Flanders” publication is only allowed with a reference to the source. The Department Economy, Science and Innovation is not liable for any use of information in this edition. Coverfoto © www.shutterstock.com D/2017/3241/344 Foreword The Department of Economy, Science and Innovation of the Flemish Government is pleased to present its fifth edition of the “STI in Flanders”. The aim is to present in-depth information about Science, Technology and Innovation policy in Flanders, highlight important figures or indicators, describe the broad context and the performance of the research and innovation landscape, and list both the main actors and the public entities engaged in the field of R&D and innovation. The publication is updated on a regular basis. The Government of Flanders is aware of the importance of research and innovation as a necessary condition for maintaining wealth and well-being in Flanders.