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

 

Visiting libraries - the latest 24/7 and vacation opening hours

Description
Everything you need to know about 24/7 library opening dates and preparing for vacation.
Date:
24 February 2026

My Nottingham Internship Scheme experience with Footprints

Description
Daniel, a computer science student, took part in the university's Nottingham Internship Scheme last summer. He worked as a software engineer at Footprints Conductive Education Centre, a local charity based in Clifton. Working for a charity was very rewarding and Daniel gives his top tips for applying for the internship programme.
Date:
24 February 2026

How part-time work at the university built my transferable skills

Description
Leena, a life sciences student, highlights the transferable skills she has gained from the part-time jobs undertaken while at the university. From time management, teamwork, communication, to professionalism, these skills are keenly sought after by graduate employers, and she has specific examples of when she's demonstrated them, boosting her career prospects.
Date:
24 February 2026

System upgrade affecting new digitisation requests for reading lists: Friday 6 March - Monday 16 March

Description
During this upgrade no new digitisation requests can be made from reading lists and in progress requests will be paused. Our full Scanning for Teaching Service will resume on Monday 16 March
Date:
23 February 2026

The career pivot: From courtrooms to community impact

Description
Ellie had plans to follow a career in law but through her experiences during her time at Nottingham, she is looking at alternative career paths. Through paid part-time work at the university, volunteering and two placements Ellie is now exploring careers involving advocacy, for example, in social research and policy.
Date:
19 February 2026

An audience with Matthew Bannister

Description
Joshua attended a careers event involving Matthew Bannister, media executive and broadcaster, organised by the university and the Students' Union. Joshua found out about Matthew's current podcast, Folk on Foot, and was able to ask him questions about the programme. Exploring roles and sectors through events is an important way to explore what areas might interest you.
Date:
19 February 2026

University of Nottingham is now sponsoring Mission Encodeable!

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University of Nottingham is now sponsoring coding tutorial platform Mission Encodeable.
Date:
18 February 2026

Developing Learning Technology Professionals in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL): Insights from a Cross-Institutional Mentor Scholar Scheme

Description
Article co-authored by Dr Denise Sweeney published in Trends in Higher Education
Date:
18 February 2026

Business Library closing at 5pm on 26 February

Description
Alternative study space will be available nearby at Djanogly LRC which is currently open 24-hours.
Date:
17 February 2026
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Research and Innovation

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

Jubilee Conference Centre
Jubilee Campus
Triumph Road
Nottingham, NG8 1DH