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University spin out company wins award
A company that originated from ground breaking research into image-based meshing techniques at the University of Exeter has won a South West Biomedical iNet Innovation Awards in Export.
Business School publish new case study on how Desso is closing the loop
The Business School has published an in-depth study of carpet manufacturer Desso's Cradle to Cradle® strategy.
The teaching case has been published by ECCH (European Case Clearing House), demonstrating the high quality of the strategy and its broad interest and appeal.
University academic works with manufacturing giant on project to influence consumer recycling behaviour
Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) recently announced the details of a new project led by Dr Stewart Barr in Geography which will try to understand household recycling behaviours.
University spin-out wins PraxisUnico Impact Award
University of Exeter spin-out company Simpleware Ltd has been awarded a PraxisUnico Business Impact – Aspiring Award for its innovative computer simulation software.
Spin-out wins Queen's Award for Enterprise in Innovation
University of Exeter spin-out company Simpleware Ltd has been awarded a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for its new approach to converting 3D image data into high-quality computer models (CAD, Rapid Prototype, CFD and Finite Element models).
University of Exeter announces spin out company for 3D chocolate printing
Following a huge amount of interest in the potential for personalised 3D chocolate, Dr Liang Hao from the University of Exeter has founded Choc Edge Ltd, a company which will develop and sell its unique 3D chocolate printers to the world.
Business School awarded £1.5 million to research digital economy
A consortium of researchers, headed by the University of Exeter Business School has been awarded £1.5 million by the Research Council UK to undertake research into the digital economy.
Innovation Centre hosts ‘some of the most upwardly mobile small firms in the country’ says BBC
A new report, commissioned by the BBC and produced by Experian, has placed Exeter in the top 10 in England for businesses that show high potential.
The tales top bosses tell to keep ahead of the game
Top bosses are expert storytellers who tell versions of the same four stories to keep ahead of the game, experts have found.
Legal drama sheds light on tribunals
Local business owners and HR managers will be able to experience an employment tribunal at first hand, thanks to a unique collaboration between leading Devon law firm Stones Solicitors LLP and the University of Exeter.
Student entrepreneurs of the future hone their skills
SETsquared, the enterprise partnership of the Universities of Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Southampton and Surrey, held the Xing Challenge at the Innovation Centre, at the University of Exeter.
University hosts two top start-ups
Two businesses located at the University of Exeter Innovation Centre have been named in a national table of Top 20 start-ups of 2011.
A study of corporate directing - 25 years on
Corporate directing in the UK has radically changed over the last 24 years yet some board conduct, such as the persistent under-representation of women on boards, has only changed marginally, a unique series of ESRC-funded studies reveals.
Jackie Bagnall to judge Guardian Sustainable Business Awards
The judging panel for the 2012 Guardian Sustainable Business Awards was revealed this month and the School is delighted to announce that Guardian Sustainable Business approached Jackie Bagnall, deputy director of the One Planet MBA to join the panel of judges.
Global partnership for South West clinical trials
Clinical trials and research centres across the South West have come together to form a partnership with Quintiles, the world’s leading biopharmaceutical service organisation, to create the Peninsula Prime Site.
Exeter City FC and the University kick off new partnership
Exeter’s football club and university have formed a new partnership designed to improve services to fans and provide vital work experience for students.
Low carbon project scoops national award
It was recently announced that the ‘Clear About Carbon’ project involving academics from the University of Exeter Business School is a joint winner of the 2011 European Social Fund (ESF) Sustainable Development Specialist Project Leader Awards.
Free carbon reduction event for businesses in Cornwall
A free half day conference on October 11 at the Eden Project aims to bring local businesses in Cornwall up to date with the latest advice and techniques in the field of carbon reduction.
Exeter academic to feature in new Channel 4 series
University academic Craig Knight will be discussing some of his latest research in a new, three part Channel 4 series called The Secret Life of Buildings.
Businesses and University to build environmental knowledge economy for Cornwall
More than 100 business representatives have met with the University of Exeter to discuss how together they can build an environmental knowledge economy for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Business School innovation experts advise governments globally
Three academics from the Business School recently reported the findings of a year-long project back to the Australian government.
Business School starts up innovation club
A new forum for local businesses to exchange ideas and best practice has been created by the University of Exeter Business School.
New book on leadership hailed as a ‘memorable rollercoaster ride’
The Centre for Leadership Studies based at the University of Exeter Business School is eagerly anticipating the publication of a new book, authored by four of its academics, entitled ‘Exploring Leadership – Individual, Organizational & Societal Perspectives’.
Exeter nominates student enterprise champion
SETsquared has announced the winners of its inaugural showcase of student entrepreneurship which recognise the most promising entrepreneurs of the future and the best student enterprise ideas.
New research discovers ‘unexpected’ innovation
New research by the University of Exeter Business School, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) Knowledge Exchange Fellowship has uncovered some surprising new insights into innovation across the UK.
Global companies pledge support for new University of Exeter One Planet MBA
A raft of major corporations have announced their support for the new One Planet MBA programme, exclusively offered at the University of Exeter Business School in collaboration with WWF.
PhD student scoops prestigious European award
Einar Svansson, a University of Exeter Business School student, has won a prestigious European award for research he conducted about the Blue Lagoon in Iceland.
WWF partner Business School on unique MBA programme
September 2011 sees the launch of the new One Planet MBA programme, a unique partnership between WWF and the University of Exeter Business School.
New Business School building open for business
The Business School is ready for a new era of expansion following the completion of its new £16m building, part of a wider £25million commitment to improving facilities.
University helps to pioneer augmented reality on the English Riviera
Web Innovation project staff Darren Davies, Sue Milward and Rich Osborne have shared their augmented reality expertise with Torbay Council and have enabled them to use this exciting new technology as part of their recently launched ‘Torbay Connected Project’.
Business School student turns fantasy into reality
Nimrita (Nim) Singh, an MSc International Management student at the Business School, has landed the role of community manager with www.fantasyshopper.com.
Gold worthy practice
The University of Exeter has been endowed with a new prize for graduating students, The Hutton Prize for Excellence.
Business School creates new network of international experts in tourism and well-being
The Business School Centre for Sport, Leisure and Tourism Research (CSLTR) recently held a two day event bringing together experts from around the world.
Environment and Sustainability Institute brings new jobs to Cornwall
The University of Exeter is looking to take on 23 new academic staff in Cornwall as part of recruitment for the £30 million Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI).
University of Exeter announced as KPMG school leavers’ scheme partner
The University of Exeter Business School has reached an agreement in principle with professional services firm KPMG to become a partner in its ground-breaking school leavers’ scheme.
Adapting businesses for a future of change
‘Business as usual is not an option’ under climate change was the message for companies from across the South West at a special event held at the University of Exeter.
University joins SETsquared partnership to boost research led economic growth
The University of Exeter has joined the SETsquared partnership, one of the UK’s most successful and long running university collaborations.
University is ‘one of Europe’s fastest growing companies’
The University of Exeter has been named in the top 100 fastest growing companies in Europe and is in the top 25 in the UK.
University scheme ‘dramatically improved’ career prospects
University of Exeter graduate, Jason Williams, has recently landed a high-flying job with top service provider to the defence industry, Harmonic Limited.
Awards mark Smart Solutions to the recession
A scheme set up to help businesses and individuals beat the recession has been celebrated with a special awards ceremony honouring some of its outstanding success stories.
University forges stronger research links with Fera
The internationally recognised research expertise of the Biosciences department at the University of Exeter and the Food and Environment Research Agency (Fera) will now work in closer collaboration following a new agreement.
Awards to celebrate innovative efforts to beat the recession
A scheme which aims to help South West businesses and individuals beat the tough economic times through innovation and partnership is set to celebrate some of its big successes.
University of Exeter celebrates Career Mentor Scheme success
November 26 saw over fifty students, mentors and staff from the University’s Career Mentor Scheme come together to celebrate the success of it’s first full pilot.
Partnership joins Exeter’s weather and climate experts
The world-class weather and climate expertise of the Met Office and the University of Exeter will enter a new era of collaboration with the launch today of an in-depth research partnership.
Event Exeter scoops gold award
The University of Exeter’s commercial arm, Event Exeter, last night scooped the gold award for business tourism at the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2010.
Global health challenges under the spotlight
One of the University of Exeter’s most successful alumni is returning to deliver a special lecture on the global health challenges we face in the 21st century.
Exeter graduate makes his bid to be ‘The Apprentice’
A University of Exeter graduate will be making his bid to impress Sir Alan Sugar in the latest series of the BBC’s hit show, The Apprentice.
Exeter’s high profile role in climate change report
Experts from the University of Exeter will play a high profile role in creating what is set to be the world’s most comprehensive report on climate change.
Queen’s Award win at University of Exeter Innovation Centre
July 2010 saw the Innovation Centre play host to the presentation of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the category of International Trade.
University steps in to operate Exeter Northcott
The University of Exeter has agreed to set up a new company to run the Exeter Northcott. The theatre will go ahead with both the Exeter Summer Festival events and is planning a winter programme, including a Christmas show.
International students boost Exeter’s economy by £57.4 million
The University of Exeter’s international students contribute over £57 million a year to the city economy, and a total of £68 million to the South West economy, according to a new report.
Governor of the Bank of England lays foundations of new Business School Building
As part of a 24 hour visit to the University Mervyn King, Governor of the Bank of England, laid the foundation stone of the new Business School extension.
South West businesses and academics join forces to generate power
Business professionals and researchers will gather in Cornwall on 8 January to identify opportunities to get involved with developing wave and tidal energy in the South West.
