At GM Business Growth Hub, we connect Greater Manchester businesses with world-class expertise and cutting-edge facilities, driving innovation and accelerating new products and services to market.

Forming a research partnership with a university or R&D organisation opens the door to groundbreaking insights, advanced technologies and specialist resources that can propel a business forward.

With over 400 collaborative R&D projects facilitated to date, we have the experience and connections to help you find exactly the right partner to take your innovation to the next level.

Below, you’ll find current opportunities for research collaboration. These are live projects that are actively seeking businesses in Greater Manchester. For more information or to express your interest, email us at bghinnovation@growthco.uk.

See also: What your business needs to know about Greater Manchester’s innovation ecosystem

This page is regularly updated, so check back for new opportunities.

Collaboration success stories

Success story: Beer Piper

Technical support and funding helped turn a pipe dream into reality for a cutting-edge Trafford SME in the pub industry.

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Success story: Inspection Systems

Inspection Systems is scaling up thanks to next-generation AI technology, innovation funding and a collaboration with The University of Manchester.

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Success story: Lusso

Cycling clothing manufacturer Lusso developed a new market-leading product after accessing testing facilities at Manchester Metropolitan University.

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Success story: Play It Green

Play It Green anticipates a 30% turnover boost after launching a cutting-edge client portal with support from Greater Manchester’s innovation ecosystem.

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