The origins and evolution of networks in Cambridge

Networks are an integral part of Cambridge’s business ecosystem and have been pivotal for its transformation from a small university town into a significant hub for innovation. Networks of people foster collaboration for innovation across areas ranging from high-tech to biotech, and through finance to policy – and even planning the future of Cambridge.

The origins and evolution of networks in Cambridge is the first detailed study of how these networks emerged, charting how and why they came about. It offers ideas that might be useful to those nurturing clusters elsewhere.

The book explains how network founders’ inspirations are influenced by and have evolved with markets both in Cambridge and globally. The inside view describes the opportunities and challenges and concludes with a look to the future.