Commercial opportunities

We ensure that the outcomes of our world class research benefit society and the economy. We are leaders in cutting-edge science, engineering, mathematics and medicine research and have a world-class reputation in the humanities and social sciences.

The benefits of translating research into commercial applications include: 

• Converting research and ideas into marketable commercial products.
• Utilising this knowledge for the greater benefit of society and the economy.
• Financial incentives.
• Possibility of investing into future research.

Intellectual Property catalogue

We have a comprehensive catalogue of Intellectual Property (IP) which is available for commercial partnership. Areas covered include:

• Medical
• Biotech
• Electronics, photonics, and microwave
• Manufacturing
• Environmental
• Marine
• Software

Developing a relationship with the University

We are keen to develop new sustainable, long term relationships.

Ways to engage with the commercialisation team include:

• A variety of networks and events hosted by University of Exeter each year attracting business leaders and business professionals.
• Investor seminars to promote the commercialisation opportunities at University of Exeter.
• A range of potential commercialisation models from licensing and spin-out companies to joint ventures and partnerships.
• We welcome innovative proposals to advance the commercialisation of our concepts and technologies.
• Our stakeholder team is available to visit you and to discuss commercial opportunities.

Email Neil Hayes to find out more.

In addition, we have established a number of vehicles to support our commercialisation activities:

• Arkiris – A joint project with QinetiQ to develop and commercialise technologies arising from patented discoveries in the field of tailored electromagnetic materials.
• CoVentures – A toolkit for early stage and existing businesses looking to grow through knowledge transfer activities.

Contact

For more information about any of the above opportunities, or to discuss accessing any of our IP please contact: