Project Partners

The University of Manchester is recognised globally for its pioneering research, outstanding teaching and learning, and commitment to social and environmental responsibility. The University counts 25 Nobel Prize winners among its current and former staff and students, and has a history of world firsts and brilliant discoveries, from splitting the atom to giving the world graphene. It has generated more than 100 spinout companies and was recently ranked second in the world for social and environmental impact.

Bruntwood SciTech is the UK’s leading developer of city-wide innovation ecosystems, and the largest dedicated property platform for the knowledge economy. With unique experience of working in strategic partnership with universities, city councils and NHS trusts, Bruntwood SciTech provides premium office and lab space, a range of scientific services and specialist business support to help companies – particularly those in science and technology – to form, scale and grow. Bruntwood SciTech is a joint venture between Bruntwood, Legal & General and Greater Manchester Pension Fund.