Research and Enterprise Office

Welcome to the Research and Enterprise Office at the University of Essex. We focus on three main areas: for the University’s research community we provide assistance with research grant applications from the initial idea through to managing the award once it is made. We help to foster mutually beneficial relationships with companies and other external organisations wanting to tap into the University’s expertise. The office also helps promote entrepreneurship and innovation among the University’s students and staff.

Please contact us to find out what we can do for you.  Business Enquiries please contact Linette Edonya T: 01206872925.

We help companies and external organisations to tap into university expertise. This might involve consultancy, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, research collaboration, exploiting intellectual property or support for new and small businesses.

The REO assists our researchers throughout the life cycle of research grants. We help with initial ideas, funding, research governance issues, ethics advice, grant applications and administering grants once awarded. We also co-ordinate research planning.

We encourage students to explore business ideas, develop their entrepreneurial talents, and make the most of their intellectual property. Our services range from dedicated ‘innovation’ spaces and online advice to specially tailored programmes and events.

Other Links

Business Hub

Venue Essex

VentureNavigator

Business and Management training

Professional Development Studies

Directory of Experts

REO Organisational Chart

Latest News

After the gold rush: the impact of the Olympics on the economy of the East of England - FREE Business Breakfast, 26 Sept 2012  
We are delighted to invite you to join us for a FREE unique breakfast event which will consider the effect of the Olympics on the region's economy.  The short and long-term implications will be explored, as well as the benefits to the UK 'brand', the effect upon business confidence and productivity, the use of volunteers as well as the Army to deliver services, and the potential impact on Whitehall and upcoming elections.
For more information or Eventbrite - After the gold rush - Business Breakfast

Maths Business Networking Breakfast - Friday 14 September 2012
Maths could help optimise your business and solve some of your organisational issues.  The University of Essex would like to invite you to a business breakfast networking event to be held at Firstsite in Colchester on Friday 14 September 2012.  For more details or Eventbrite - Breakfast Networking Event

Social Media Marketing 1 day course - 26 July 2012
The University of Essex is offering a one day Social Media Workshop at the Colchester campus on 26 July 2012.  Social Media is now an essential part of the marketing mix and the course won't just tell you how to set up Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn etc. we will show you how and why to use these tools to engage with your customers, build your brand and increase sales. Book your place.

Changes to the University Consultancy Service
A new consultancy model is due to take immediate effect that will base the costing of consultancy day rates on the salary cost of the academic consultant. For further information

Building Partnerships for Knowledge Exchange
New internal fund available to support academic relationships with external organisations.  Building on the success of the Knowledge Transfer Innovation Fund (KTIF), the Research and Enterprise Office is launching a new programme to support academics develop sustainable and productive relationships with external organisations.  The fund will help to extend the reach and significance of the impact of academic research, and contribute to income generation through contract research, consultancy, professional development, facilities and technology transfer.  More information.

Growth and Innovation Seminar, Tues 25 September, Business Hub, University of Essex
Essex County Council and the University of Essex are working in partnership with GrowthAccelerator and Hethel Engineering Centre to deliver a Growth and Innovation seminar aimed at Essex-based innovative businesses with the aim and potential for economic growth and development.  It will be providing an opportunity to discuss the key characteristics and drivers of successful business innovation by business growth experts and first hand case studies of a local business Olympus KeyMed, as well as opportunities to network with likeminded business people. 

If you are interested in finding out more about this event, or would like to book a place, please contact Danielle Estlea or T: 07880092887.  The agenda is here.


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