Working with UEA isn't as costly as you'd imagine. Many different funds exist to enable businesses to partner with expert researchers and innovators. We can help you discover and apply for the ideal funds, whatever your goals.
There's so much potential out there, so get in touch with our team first on business@uea.ac.uk to discover what works best for you.
Here are just a few ways you can receive support:
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Work with leading experts
Businesses of all sizes can pool their expertise with UEA academics on innovative research projects. We can help you access Innovation Vouchers of up to £7.5k and Research and Development grants up to £50k. -
Tap into new expertise
Universities are home to new thinking. We can introduce you to funds that help you turn ideas into action and revolutionise your industry. SMEs and startups can also secure Innovation Vouchers of up to £5k from a draw that takes place every three months. Innovate UK's vouchers can be used to fund technology transfer or other knowledge transfer from a supplier, if you're working with them for the first time. -
Develop regional potential
If you're part of the East Anglian economy, you may be able to access a range of funds designed to support growth and innovation. These funds include the ERDF-funded Invest East project, which boosts high growth regional businesses through a four-month programme of support, mentoring, seminars and investment. -
Hire and train UEA talent
Eligible businesses could receive support in recruiting talented and dedicated UEA students. We can assist you in finding the right students to meet your needs, whether you're building a team for an exciting new project or building tomorrow's workforce. One example is Gateway to Growth, an innovative project stimulating engagement between Norfolk’s SMEs and UEA graduate talent. UEA’s specialist team combine their expert knowledge of the graduate careers market with cost effective recruitment support, to simplify the process for businesses.more... -
Develop sustainable thinking
Our Low Carbon Innovation Fund invests between £25k and £1m in companies that are committed to reducing carbon emissions. We've already invested more than £20m in 48 companies across the East of England. You can also work with leading experts in sustainability on projects that will re-shape your business, and maybe the world.more...