Solid reputation

The UK has an outstanding reputation for academic research capability, and in the domain of Engineering and Physical Science, is strongly supported by EPSRC’s £3.3B investment portfolio. Building stronger engagement between industry and academia to leverage research capability is a well-recognised challenge. As part of a response to this, the hub will operate as a facility that pulls together experts and businesses from across a wide range of domains, including autonomous systems, nanotechnology, smart sensing, communications, electronics and data & security, allowing collaboration and acceleration of innovative solutions.

A main focus of the hub will be to hold regular networking events, which will provide opportunities to hear about the latest challenges and development in key areas of university research, as well as from companies working in those fields. With over 80% of the industrial base being SMEs, the ultimate goal of the hub is to increase their visibility and market penetration, and provide support with technical development.