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
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Why societies and volunteering matter more than you think

Description
How societies and volunteering help build real-world skills, confidence, and employability beyond the lecture hall.
Date:
28 January 2026

What real inclusion looks like — and how to find it

Description
A reflection on how to recognise genuinely inclusive workplaces, challenge microaggressions, and why authenticity is essential for doing your best work.
Date:
28 January 2026

Ahead for the future - the Future Ready mentoring programme

Description
Grace Baranowski was successful in gaining a place on the Future Ready mentoring programme. She shares her experience working with her peers before being matched to a UoN alumni. Grace and her mentor discussed a wide range of career topics, including Grace's career options and reviewing her CV.
Date:
27 January 2026

Prof Elvira Perez Vallejos talks about AI and young people's mental health

Description
Prof Elvira Perez Vallejos appears on ITV about the alarming use of AI for mental health support by young people.
Date:
26 January 2026

How Chinese Higher Vocational Education and Training (HVET) Students Determine Their Post-College Pathway in the Post-Covid 19 Era

Description
Article by Dr Zihao Liu, Dr Rita Hordósy and Professor Volker Wedekind published in the International Journal for Research in Vocational Education and Training
Date:
26 January 2026

SRHE International Research Conference

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Staff and PGR students present at annual SRHE conference
Date:
26 January 2026

School of Education and Notts County FC working together to celebrate local teachers

Description
Local school teachers who have helped a pupil (or pupils) feel like they belong and are valued in school will be recognised at Notts County's home game on Saturday 21 March.
Date:
23 January 2026

Using my neurodivergence as a strength at work

Description
Kathryn Moss, Business Information Officer at UoN, shares her experience of receiving an autism diagnosis at 39 years of age. She highlights masking, authenticity, workplace adjustments, and the importance of neurodivergent networks for creating inclusive, supportive environments.
Date:
22 January 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