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www.herts.ac.uk/Hatfield, United Kingdom
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Research and Innovation Support at the University of Hertfordshire

The University of Hertfordshire provides expert-driven support for businesses aiming to innovate, solve technical challenges, or develop new products and services through research collaboration.

Contract Research and Consultancy

  • Work with experienced academic staff on tailored research and consultancy projects.

  • Support ranges from technical problem-solving and feasibility studies to applied research and product development.

  • Funding options are available to subsidise research costs for eligible businesses.

  • Designed to help organisations tap into university expertise and apply academic knowledge to commercial challenges.

Access to Facilities and Equipment

  • Businesses can access specialist laboratories, testing environments, and innovation centres.

  • Enables research and development work that may otherwise be limited by a lack of in-house resources.

  • Ideal for SMEs and start-ups looking to scale innovation without heavy capital investment.

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)

  • A nationally recognised programme co-funded by Innovate UK.

  • Facilitates strategic collaboration between the university and a business over 1–3 years.

  • A qualified graduate (KTP Associate) works within the business to deliver innovation goals, supported by university experts.

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Market Target

B2B

Main Sector of Activity (SINGLE CHOICE)

BiotechnologyEducation, training and editorial servicesIndustry 4.0PharmaceuticsLogistics, Transport and e-commerceChemical and PlasticsR&DHealth & HealthcareICT and Digital transformationConsultancy and Business Services

Field of aplication (Multiple choice)

Agriculture, Forestry and fishingFoodMaritime (Waterborne Transport)Railway TransportSpace sectorAudiovisualAutomotive, Motorcycle and Light MobilityBiotechnologySustainable construction and infrastructuresConsultancy and Business ServicesCircular EconomyElectronics and electricityEnergyFinance and insurancePharmaceuticsIndustry 4.0Logistics, Transport and E-commerceMachinery and Capital GoodsRaw Materials and the Processing of Metal and Other MaterialsChemical and PlasticsMedical devicesTelemedicineSmart CitiesFashion and TextileEnvironment and resources (water, waste, biodiversity, air&soil pollution)SustainabilitySupply chain

Representatives

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Kieran O'Shea MBA
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Senior Business Development Manager

University of Hertfordshire