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 ecosystem
Spin-outs in this directory
- Watercycle Technologies
Develops direct lithium extraction and mineral recovery from water using membrane and crystallisation technology.
Investors nearby
Sources
- Organisation's own published material
- UK Research and Innovation
Last verified: 15 August 2026
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