Funding for Four New KTP Projects Approved by Innovate UK
Innovate UK has recently approved funding for four new Knowledge Transfer Partnerships at Queen¡¯s.
A 30 month KTP with (Saintfield) and Dr Peter Martin in the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and Dr Mark McCourt in AMIC (value £247k) will develop advanced and innovative manufacturing tools and processes in the thermoforming of thermoplastic materials to deliver company growth and secure new markets.
A 24 month KTP with (Fivemiletown) and Dr Shirley-Ann Hazlett from the Queen’s Management School, Dr Paula Douglas and Mr Alan Clarke from AMIC (value £203k) will create a circular value-chain management system for ‘end-of-life’ clothing. The new capabilities developed and embedded will enable Cooneen to become a leader in the deliver of circular fabric solutions ensuring continued business growth.
A 36 month KTP with (Omagh) and Professor David Jones and Professor Gavin Andrews from the School of Pharmacy (value £315k) will develop the next generation of natural, antibiotic-free products designed to treat and also prevent mastitis in farmed animals. The solution will overcome current legislative restrictions concerning the use of antibiotics affecting animal health and milk productivity.
A 24 month KTP with (Cookstown) and Dr Geoff McCullough and Dr Beatrice Smyth from the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (value £198k). The Partnership will develop and optimise bespoke waste heat recovery and biochar processing systems for use in cement manufacturing to reduce carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency and strengthen the company’s market position by creating a lower embodied carbon product.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships have been supporting UK businesses innovate and grow for almost 50 years.
KTPs are funded by UKRI through Innovate UK with the support of co-funders, including the Scottish Funding Council, Welsh Government, Invest Northern Ireland, Defra and BEIS. Innovate UK manages the KTP programme and facilitates its delivery through a range of partners including the Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN), Knowledge Bases and Businesses. Each partner plays a specific role in the support and delivery of the programme.
If you have an innovative idea for your business but do not have the in-house expertise, get in touch with us to discuss whether a KTP could help take it forward at ktp@qub.ac.uk to arrange a call.