Research and Innovation
 

Providing comprehensive support throughout the research and innovation lifecycle.

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From first ideas through to commercialisation and industry partnerships, Research & Innovation provides guidance and expert advice to support the delivery of the University’s research and knowledge exchange strategies, and achievement of its RKE ambitions. 

We manage the research and knowledge exchange (RKE) portfolio (approximately £900 million in active research, training and KE grants) in collaboration with the academic community, and deliver against institutional and external key performance indicators in order to ensure the university’s compliance with major funders and government agencies.

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RKE Development

Major and strategic research development and strategic relationships with funders

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Research Operations

The management and administration of research projects throughout the research project lifecycle

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IP and Commercialisation

Support with the identification, protection and commercial exploitation of University Intellectual Property

 
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RKE Strategic Management & Performance

Improving performance through strategic delivery planning and data/performance analytics

Engaging with external organisations

Business engagement

Engage with businesses to deliver knowledge exchange

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Researcher Academy

Support, training and expertise for our research community

 
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R&I hub for researchers and staff

Access comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of your research and innovation project

 

Here's your cue to grab that Nottingham advantage!

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Master's student, Dhruv Jain, shares how he developed his key work-related skills, for example, leadership, communication and time-management during his part-time roles and consolidated his learning through the Part-Time Jobs, Vacation Jobs and Volunteering module on the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Date:
09 December 2025

Succeed at psychometric tests

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Psychometric tests can be scary, but Christian, Senior Careers Adviser, offers four ways you can improve your confidence and skills to succeed. University of Nottingham students and graduates have access to FREE practice psychometric tests through our website, and our staff are here to help you every step of the way.
Date:
09 December 2025

New home for the Primary Education Network blog

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Over 90 posts on curriculum, pedagogy, educational issues and more
Date:
08 December 2025

CeDEx 25th Anniversary Workshop

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9th and 10th September 2025
Date:
08 December 2025

Mandarin Corner: Classical Gardens of Suzhou

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On the evening of 28 November, the Si Yuan Centre welcomed over 50 University staff, students, and local residents, for the final Mandarin Corner of the term, hosted by the Nottingham Confucius Institute. Led by Mr. Liu Zefu from the Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA), the event ran from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, exploring the theme of Suzhou's classical gardens.
Date:
07 December 2025

NCI Brings a Taste of China to University Park Winter Diversity Event

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On the afternoon of 26 November, the Pope Building at University Park was alive with cultural celebration as the Faculty of Science hosted its Winter Diversity Day. Running from 2 to 4 PM, the event aimed to share winter traditions from across the University of Nottingham's global community. A standout feature was the vibrant showcase organised by the University of Nottingham Confucius Institute (NCI), whose interactive exhibits drew steady crowds throughout the afternoon.
Date:
07 December 2025

Midlands Energy Conference 2025

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The seventh annual Midlands Energy Summit, held on 3 December at Masson Mills, brought together key energy stakeholders to discuss opportunities for the region. It is clear that we have a big opportunity to be at the forefront of energy creation, storage and innovation.
Date:
05 December 2025

Sandi Toksvig's Hidden Wonders

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In this episode, Sandi is joined by Dr Christina Lee, Associate Professor in Viking Studies at the University of Nottingham's School of English, who has specialist knowledge of medieval medicines. Christina, whose research is looking at healing in Early Medieval England, joins Sandi Toksvig to talk about potential medicines which were around in the period. The 'eyesalve' which Christina researched with a team of scientist has proved to be efficacious and it shows that people in the so-called 'Dark Ages' may have had effective healing. Together they recreate a remedy from a 10th century book Bald's Leechbook.
Date:
05 December 2025
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Research and Innovation

Get in touch: research.innovation@nottingham.ac.uk

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Jubilee Campus
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Nottingham, NG8 1DH