Commercialising our science
Introduction
Commercialisation is the innovative use of our intellectual property and know-how to provide products and services through licensing deals and the formation of spin-out companies. NERC's innovation team facilitates these activities.
The research we fund makes a substantial contribution to products and services in many business sectors, and provides the basis for expert consultancy services offered by our research centres.
Information on how NERC handles the intellectual property (IP) arising from the research it funds is provided on the Intellectual property page.
Commercial successes from NERC science
The innovation team has brought to market a wide variety of ideas and innovations, helping to register patents, negotiating licensing deals, and setting up spin-out companies or joint ventures with commercial organisations. You can find examples of our successes on the case studies pages.
Opportunities for business collaboration
NERC is constantly adding to its stock of ideas with potential for commercialisation. If your organisation is seeking technological solutions and commercial opportunities, we may have the right licensing or investment opportunity for you. Please contact Tessa Edgecombe in full confidence to discuss your business needs.
Please also consider getting involved in the Environment Young Entrepreneurs Scheme.
Scientists - why commercialise your idea?
NERC aims to encourage you to commercialise your ideas. The benefits are:
- Recognition/reputation for you and your research establishment
- Career progression
- Seeing practical outcomes
- Exploiting synergy between science and business
- Access to new income streams
- Fun and intellectual stimulation
Please see the information on how NERC handles the intellectual property arising from the research it funds.
Further information on commercialisation help for: