The Open University
University or research institute · Milton Keynes, United Kingdom · Founded 1969
Website: open.ac.uk. University based in Milton Keynes; key partner of Milton Keynes Tech Week 2026.
Recent activity confirmed, checked October 18, 2026.
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In context
The Open University is one of 962 universities and research institutes in the United Kingdom listed in the Innovative EcoSystems registry.
The registry lists 60 innovation ecosystem organizations in Milton Keynes in all.
Universities and research institutes train the workforce and produce the research a regional economy builds on. Their technology transfer offices license discoveries, spin out companies and partner with industry.
The United Kingdom scores 67.4 out of 100 on the IEPA (2024 edition), ranking 24 of 117 economies.
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