Action 1: Acknowledge and value the integrity of artist knowledge, creativity and embodied cognition in collaborative art science opportunities. Problem: The value of the scientist and the scientific problem under investigation in collaborative research opportunities is weighted in favour of the 'preciousness' of the scientist or science researcher's time, financial and professional value above that of the artist, which can and does compromise true collaborative research. Potential significant value paradigm shifts need to take place across the education spectrum for art science innovation to flourish. Stakeholders: Artists, Scientists, Universities and Science Institutions, Art Science Institutions. Recommended solution: To acknowledge and value the artist and scientist as equal contributors in collaborative projects within a framework of financial, intellectual and creative equality. Suggested Actions: New Art Science Collaborative contracts to be designed for art science collaborations that adhere to principles of equality for artists and scientists for financial, intellectual and creative contribution. A new paradigm shift on the value of the artist and scientist collaboration be introduced to the education system. New tools should be designed for measuring collaborative and potential value in relation to creativity and intellectual contribution of both artist and scientist.

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