University Services

CONNECT WITH SUSSEX

Networking at a University of Sussex Business Angels event

A WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH INSTITUTION

The University of Sussex is globally renowned for several core areas of research strength, and hosts Centres of Excellence in AI, quantum technologies, sustainability, global education and health, amongst many other specialisms. Find out more about how your business could benefit from collaboration with Sussex.

CUTTING-EDGE INNOVATION

At Sussex Innovation, we connect local business with the cutting-edge research and groundbreaking innovation happening right here on campus. What can we do for you?

  • Introductions to key contacts and access points within the University, from our colleagues in the Innovation and Business Partnerships team, to academics interested in commercial collaborations.
  • Support engaging with academic expertise to enhance your product and service development through licensing opportunities, partnerships and spin-out collaboration.
  • Connections to entrepreneurial students and post-graduate expertise to help your business grow.
  • Connections to academic specialists for joint Innovate UK grants and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships.
Dr Emanuela Maggioni pitching at a University of Sussex Business Angels event

JOIN OUR INVESTOR NETWORK

If you’re interested in investing in the Sussex community, find out more about the University of Sussex Business Angels, our investor network that brings together academic and alumni businesses with local angels.

How can we help?

We’re always happy to reach out to our network across academia and industry to connect you with the right people who can help your business grow. You can get in touch by filling out our enquiry form.

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INTERESTED IN FINDING OUT HOW WE COULD HELP YOU?

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PETER LANE

PETER LANE

Head of University Services

Pete is our chief liaison with colleagues at the University of Sussex, helping to connect our business and academic communities, and support student enterprise.

FRANK HYDE

FRANK HYDE

Project Coordinator

Frank works alongside Peter, supporting and managing research commercialisation projects on behalf of the University.

INSPIRATIONAL STORIES FROM ACADEMICS AND STUDENTS

We help great ideas from the University of Sussex community to find their audience – whether that means identifying a commercial partner for research, providing business coaching for entrepreneurial students, or helping to attract funding for academic spinouts. Read some of our success stories.