Why business leaders should think like scientists

As the World Economic Forum commences in Davos, Imperial's President shares her insights.

Professor Alice Gast has published a blog on the lessons the business world can learn from science.  

Professor Gast explained the motivation behind the blog: “Leaders often talk about the application of sound business practices to universities and other public services. I want to turn the conversation on its head and suggest that a scientific mindset can inform and benefit the decision-making process outside of the laboratory. Adopting the mindset of a scientist can help all of us approach a changing world.” 

Drawing on examples from Imperial research and collaborations, Professor Gast explains how and why “we should embed a scientific mindset into business culture”. To view the full article, click here. 

Professor Alice Gast, President of Imperial College London, is attending the World Economic Forum. In Davos she will moderate a panel discussion on innovation in healthcare, and participate in the Global University Leaders Forum.