Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise

World leading research and cutting edge innovation

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The Directorate of Research Innovation and Enterprise provides support to facilitate world leading research, cutting edge innovation and promote engagement with research end-users and beneficiaries.

We accelerate collaborations between industry, business, the public sector, NGOs and academia. We support the commercialisation of research through licencing and the creation of spinout companies. Furthermore, we provide training for staff and students to develop their entrepreneurial skills and ideas.

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise provides lab and office spaces and access to academic and technical expertise to spinouts and start-ups in the biotech and digital sectors. 

Research Innovation and Enterprise - Annual Report

Established in August 2022, the Directorate for Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) is a pivotal force supporting research, innovation, and enterprise at our University. Having evolved from the former Research and Business Development Office, RIE has successfully completed its first year, actively engaging with the local community and earning recognition as a central hub for stakeholders. 

Now well-established with 3 focused teams, RIE looks forward to its second year, committed to realising its mission of supporting the University's ambitions, connecting stakeholders, engaging external partners, innovating for impact, and celebrating achievements. 

This report provides a concise overview of RIE's functions and highlights key activities from its inaugural year. Join us in shaping the future of research and innovation at Oxford Brookes.

Shaping the future: 2024 - 2025

At Oxford Brookes University, our vibrant research centres are dedicated to addressing the urgent challenges of our time. In this special edition, we shine a light on the groundbreaking efforts of our researchers, who are tackling issues from environmental sustainability to healthcare advancements.

Through collaboration and creativity, they are driving meaningful change and making a tangible impact in our communities and beyond. Join us as we explore their inspiring stories, reflecting our commitment to not just observe the world but to actively improve it. Welcome to a celebration of innovation and progress at Oxford Brookes.

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Directorate of Research, Innovation and Enterprise

+ 44 (0) 1865 534200

rieenquiries@brookes.ac.uk