Collaboration and data as drivers of progress: A conversation with Professor Carlos Henrique de Brito Cruz

In this episode, Carlos Henrique de Brito Cruz, Elsevier’s Senior Vice President of Research Networks, talks collaborations.  

As a former researcher, university leader, funder, and now an enabler of collaborations, Carlos has a unique perspective on these partnerships. During the course of this interview, he discusses the range of partnership models available and reflects on some of their pros and cons

• The important role of the “triple helix” structure 
• Why international collaboration is on the rise 
• How data can help universities and industry identify partners and track the impact 
• The dangers of misusing data 
• Why long-term thinking is crucial when it comes to collaborations