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University of Manchester Innovation Factory

Commercialisation, IP and partnership support for businesses working with the University of Manchester.

Quick answer

University commercialisation and partnership support for businesses. Commercialisation, IP and partnership support for businesses working with the University of Manchester. It is aimed at Businesses seeking university IP, expertise or partnership. Eligibility typically requires Businesses interested in licensing, collaboration or spin-out activity with the University of Manchester. Application: Initial discussion within weeks.

Funding amount

Varies

Region

North West England

Stage

Any stage

Provider

University of Manchester

Who this is for

Businesses seeking university IP, expertise or partnership.

Eligibility

Businesses interested in licensing, collaboration or spin-out activity with the University of Manchester.

Evidence you'll need

Project or technology need, company details.

Application timeline

Initial discussion within weeks.

Common reasons applications fail

No clear research or IP fit.

What happens next

Innovation Factory team scopes a partnership model.

Eligibility Quick Check

A cautious, rules-based check using only the criteria already published for this programme. Not a guarantee — always verify against the official source.