Research & Innovation Services (RIS)

We help researchers develop proposals, run projects and disseminate their findings.

Events

Find out about our latest events.

From fear to hope: Shifting narratives for art, social and human rights activism

12 Jun 2019 5.30pm 8 West, 2.30, University of Bath

Join us for an exploration into new narratives and frameworks for art, social and human rights activism guided by social research.

@Home with UKRI Future Leader Fellowships

14 Jun 2019 11.15am 8 West, 1.34, University of Bath

Find out about this fellowship scheme and the internal application process for applying.

Shut up and write 19 June

19 Jun 2019 1.15pm 1 West, 2.02, University of Bath

Dedicated time and space to write your research proposal and consult directly with Research and Innovation Services (RIS) Research Development staff.

News

Find out about our latest news.

Ceryx Medical win BioDesign Award at Launch: Great West Awards

Ceryx Medical winners of the BioDesign Award. L to R; Prof. Imre Berger, Dr Stuart Plant, Dr Emily Grossman, Andrew Wilson

Bath SETsquared company, Ceryx Medical, is recognised for their work which uses bioelectronics based chip technology to mimic nerve centres.

Finalists announced for Launch: Great West awards

Scientific commercialisation from the University of Bath is being recognised at the Launch: Great West awards, with finalists in several award categories.

KTP Best of the Best Awards 2019 announce finalists

Principal Investigator Professor Cathryn Mitchell with, left to right, Co-Investigators Dr Rob Watson and Dr Biagio Forte

The University of Bath's KTP with Spirent Communications is announced among the finalists for the national KTP Best of the Best Awards 2019.

See our new Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) film

Find out about the benefits of an Innovate UK funded Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTs), bringing together academic expertise and industry innovation.

UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships

Our internal selection process for the fourth round of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships.

Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chairs and Senior Research Fellowships

Our internal selection process for Royal Academy of Engineering funding which aims to strengthen the links between industry and academia.

Developing a research proposal

Apply for funding, develop your planned research and submit your application.

Using our Proposal to Award Management system

Find out how to prepare your budget, and the internal approval processes, for research funding applications using PAM, our internal costing system.

Find research funding opportunities

Find opportunities so you can apply for research funding, including from the University, Europe, internationally and the Research Professional database.

Requesting equipment contributions

Request a financial contribution from the University towards the purchase of equipment, as part of your research project.

Research Grant Development

We support academic staff to secure grant funding and realise their research ambitions.

Research and Commercialisation Contracts

We are responsible for setting up and supporting contracts between academics and external organisations.

Requesting Leveraged University Research Studentships (LURS)

How to submit, review and sign off the online request form for Leveraged University Research Studentships (LURS).

Running a research project

Information about financial and project management.

Get Research Project Management support

Find out about the support available for you and your research project and how to apply for it.

Financial administration of research projects

Important information for financially administering your research project.

Engine Shed Members' Lounge

University of Bath staff and Bath SETsquared companies can use the Engine Shed Members' Lounge, free of charge, for meetings and bring visitors.

Achieving impact from your research

How to publicise your work, find commercial opportunities and transfer your knowledge.

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships is a UK-wide programme funded by Innovate UK, enabling businesses to improve competitiveness, productivity and performance.

Supporting your research Impact

Find out what resources, support and tools are available to help you with identifying and evidencing the impact of your research.

Consultancy Services

Consultancy guidance for providing expert advice to businesses and organisations, on a range of industrial or commercial problems.

Commercialising your research

How to commercialise the outcomes of your research, including protecting your intellectual property and disclosing your inventions to the University.

SETsquared Innovation Centre

We offer work space, business acceleration and inspiration for high-growth companies and the entrepreneurs that create them.

Public Engagement

Demonstrate how your research produces real benefits and makes a difference to society.

Supporting any researcher, no matter their discipline, to engage and share your research with the pubic.

Research governance

How to conduct your research with integrity to comply with policies, procedures and regulations, for good research practice.

Research Excellence Framework (REF)

Information on the Research Excellence Framework (REF) for assessing our research.

Researchfish

Researchfish collects information about the outcomes of your research, for demonstrating impact and value to funders.

Internal Peer Review

The University Research Committee has endorsed a system of internal peer review, to support researchers in translating ideas into externally funded proposals.

Employing and supporting research staff

If you are thinking of making a grant application you will need to recruit, employ and manage your research staff in compliance with University policy.

Guide to research data management

How to manage your research data to comply with University policy.

Applying for University sponsorship to work in the NHS

How to comply with the Department of Health and University protocol if you are applying for University sponsorship to work in the NHS.

About us

Research & Innovation Services (RIS) is responsible for advancing the University's international reputation for research and knowledge transfer by:

increasing the volume of externally funded research
improving grant application success rates
enhancing strategic and operational support to academic departments

RIS is the primary conduit for industry, business and other funders to access the research expertise and knowledge of the University of Bath.

Contact RIS

Contact RIS if you have any questions about your research or innovation

Kay Gallagher, PA to Director

Rosie Bennett, SETsquared Centre Manager