Equip yourself to turn your research into real‑world impact
A new development programme for all researchers but particularly Postgraduate Researchers and ECRs who want to explore innovation, commercialisation, and research impact pathways.
WHY JOIN? — KEY BENEFITS
• Build your entrepreneurial skills: Learn practical tools such as value proposition design, business modelling, customer insight, and pitching.
• Develop a real commercial idea (or discover one): Shape or identify a research‑driven idea with structured support.
• Join a supportive peer community: Collaborate across disciplines in small facilitated groups.
• Pitch for a £5,000 contribution to market research in an optional showcase event with prize supported by Wellspring.
• Strengthen your research career: Enhance innovation skills, build impact pathways.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
One‑Day Ideation & Learning Seminar – 8 April: Full‑day workshop on commercialisation pathways, value proposition design, and pitching.
Peer‑to‑Peer Sessions (April–May): Four small‑group sessions to progress your idea.
1:1 Mentoring (June): Tailored sessions for market testing, funding strategy, and pitch development.
Optional Showcase / Pitch Event – 8 July: Present your idea to KE colleagues, academics, and external experts.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
• Postgraduate Researchers
• Early Career Researchers
• Anyone exploring innovation, partnerships, consultancy, or impact pathways.
HOW TO JOIN
Look out for the Expression of Interest form via email or department newsletter or email rhinnovationrhul.ac.uk for further information.