University · Manchester

The University of Manchester

Research profile

Research strengths

  • Graphene and 2D materials
  • Biotechnology and health
  • Sustainable materials and chemistry

Innovation & doctoral centres

  • National Graphene Institute
  • Manchester Institute of Biotechnology
  • Henry Royce Institute hub

Specialist facilities

  • Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre
  • Royce materials characterisation facilities

Working with this university

Commercialisation and industry routes.

The University's innovation factory manages IP and spin-out creation, with Northern Gritstone as a founding investment partner.

Connected cluster

Spin-outs in this directory

  • Watercycle Technologies

    Develops direct lithium extraction and mineral recovery from water using membrane and crystallisation technology.

Investors nearby

Distance is context. Most of these work with organisations anywhere in Britain.

Relevant proposed UKIZ missions

Proposed by UKIZ · independent · not a government designation

Sources

  • Organisation's own published material
  • UK Research and Innovation

Last verified: 15 August 2026

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