Makers work in a far greater range of contexts than is widely realised, collaborating - like other creative people - with scientists, technologists and engineers.

Collaraboration accelarates innovation. For scientists, engineers and technologists, collaboration with artists and other creative professionals brings particular benefits, capable of producing new scientific thinking.

Crafting Capital – new technologies, new economies, published by the Crafts Council, highlights innovations in the areas of biotechnology, engineering, materials science, manufacturing, and digital & communications technology – that demonstrate the distinctive value added to these collaborations, by makers.