One of the key drivers of a successful economy is innovation. Scotland has a proven track record of being a highly innovative nation. This can be one of the foundations upon which to build an exciting economic future. Main elements are information technology, life sciences, software and gaming, and space technologies.

Investment in Scotland's R&D has evolved over the past few years.  The challenges and opportunities for R&D in Scotland, and the future of R&D are reviewed.

This document provides an insight into the current research and innovation landscape in Scotland to inform discussions over how people across Scotland can have the opportunity to contribute to and share the benefits of R&D investment in the UK

This paper proposes a Scottish Space Agency and Spaceport to make Scotland a world leader in industry sector of the future.