Collaborative Research and Development
What is it?
This grant scheme is designed to assist the
industrial and research communities to work together on R&D
projects in strategically important areas of science, engineering
and technology, from which successful new products, processes and
services can emerge. Regular competitions for funding of
collaborative R&D projects are held in specific technology
areas.
Collaborative R&D is a
primary delivery mechanism of the Technology Strategy Board.
Who is it for?
Companies that have lots of ideas but need
more resources.
Applications must come from consortia,
which must comprise at least two partners. Academic
organisations may apply in conjunction with at least one industrial
partner. The lead organisation can be either an industry or
academic organisation but the project must demonstrate that it is
industry driven and has industry commitment and therefore the lead
partner is in general expected to be an industry organisation. In
principle, university spin outs, start-ups and sole traders can
apply but should seek advice about eligibility before submitting an
application.
How to apply
For further information, contact Business Link
on 0845 600 9966 or visit the Business Link
website.
You can find out more about the applications
areas and current competitions at the Technology Strategy Board website
or by contacting enquiries@tsb.gov.uk.
Science South West runs events in
collaboration with the Technology Strategy Board. Visit our
Events
section to find out more.