Our Partners

The University of Essex has a successful track record of delivering innovative projects through award-winning Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), consultancy, and collaborative research.

Essex recently became the first higher education institution in England to achieve 50 active KTPs and is a founder of the Technician Commitment, recognising and supporting the vital role of technical staff.

The University of Kent has a strong reputation for research excellence and innovation, working with businesses and organisations to deliver consultancy, contract research, and collaborative projects. It has a successful record of securing Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs).

Kent is also a signatory of the Technician Commitment, highlighting the university’s commitment to recognising and supporting its technical staff.

The University of East Anglia helps businesses find solutions to their challenges through its research, cutting-edge facilities and technologies. UEA has a strong track record of working with large companies as well as start-ups and SMEs, and its research continues to benefit organisations throughout the region and beyond.

The University of Sussex is known for pioneering research and a strong focus on tackling global challenges. It partners with businesses, policymakers, and communities to deliver innovation and impact in areas such as sustainability, digital technologies, neuroscience, and the creative industries.

As a signatory of the Technician Commitment, Sussex values and supports its technical staff and the key role they play within the university.

The Eastern Academic Research Consortium (Eastern Arc) brings together the universities of East Anglia, Essex, Kent, and Sussex to drive collaboration and innovation across the region. It provides a platform for shared research strengths, industry partnerships, and Knowledge Exchange. Eastern Arc also supports and champions technical staff, recognising the vital role they play across its universities.