Creation of an innovative infrastructure of region

This article is actual because the economic policy of Russian Federation focuses on the development of innovation activity. The reasons of need for creation of innovative infrastructures in regions are given, the basic elements are allocated, and interests of the main subjects of innovative activity are described. The authors give an example of creation and functioning of an innovative infrastructure in Chelyabinsk area. The primary problems which should be solved in the process of formation of innovative infrastructure are allocated, social and economic aspects of its development are indicated, and a set of problems connected with creation of a similar infrastructure in this region is formulated and ways for their decision are suggested.