Inspire
In Manchester, we have a proud history of pioneering discoveries and a strong record of their translation into innovations that have improved society. The catalyst for accelerating this success is our Innovation Academy - Working across the University to inspire our researchers and accelerate the translation of their research by bringing the right knowledge and expertise together to connect them with the innovation ecosystem at a point where clear pathways to commercialisation can be provided.
Professor Duncan Ivison President and Vice-Chancellor
We're dedicated to fostering meaningful collaborations with our partners and industry, to translate academic excellence into tangible impacts which benefit society. Our Manchester campus, backed by sites across the country at the Dalton Cumbrian Facility, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the University of Manchester at Harwell, is equipped with world-leading facilities, labs, and advanced technology, which position us at the forefront of research and development. Through our strategic investments, alongside national, regional and local partnerships, we're working to translate this research prowess in ways that can drive innovation and inclusive growth across our region, the UK, and globally. Our partnerships range from large-scale strategic projects to developing innovative start-ups and spin-outs, and through the Innovation Academy you'll have the opportunity to work with our experts, and a remarkable community, to develop outcomes that will deliver benefits for the economy, society and the environment.
Professor Aline Miller Associate Dean for Business, Engagement and Innovation
Innovation stems from research and development, so accelerating the transition from idea to product, policy, or process is essential. Our Innovation Academy improves this path, by encouraging and enabling rapid advancement and transforming great ideas from the research community into real products, services and enterprises, that can quickly start to deliver those positive impacts. By fostering an environment and innovation ecosystem where research can swiftly move from concept to reality, we're ensuring that the groundbreaking work conducted within the University and between our industry and academic collaborations will lead to significant, real-world advancements.
