Innovate UK awards University KTP with Mayden 'Outstanding'
The University’s KTP with Mayden, which has helped improve attendance for mental health appointments, has been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Innovate UK.
Research & Innovation Services (RIS)
We help researchers develop proposals, run projects and disseminate their findings.
News
Find out about our latest news.
First Knowledge Exchange Framework results released
The first Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) results have been published by Research England, which assess the University’s relative KE performance.
Bath Beacons initiative is launched
The Bath Beacons initiative is launched, empowering our research community to tackle major research challenges by building consortia for large-scale funding.
University of Bath's rich capability for the DETI consortium
How Bath contributes to the Digital Engineering Technology and Innovation (DETI) consortium, for game-changing advancements in digital engineering innovations.
Priority funding from Research England supports University’s COVID-19 research
The University has been awarded funding from Research England’s Quality Research Strategic Priority Fund (QR SPF) for high-quality, collaborative research.
Research development support for the 2021 ERC calls
Support is available from RIS for those applying to the 2021 Starting, Consolidator, and Advanced Grants from the European Research Council (ERC).
Events
Find out about our latest events.
@Home with Fellowships
22 Apr 2021 11.15am
Online
This information session will give an overview of Research Fellowships for both early career researchers and established researchers.
Lunch with impact: IP and commercialisation as a route to impact
27 Apr 2021 12.30pm
Online
The Technology Transfer Team in Research and Innovation Services (RIS) will outline how to achieve impact through commercialisation in this lunchtime workshop.
Shut up and write - 10 May
10 May 2021 10.15am
Online
Dedicated time to work on your research grant proposal with the Research Development team from Research and Innovation Services (RIS).
Developing a research proposal
Apply for funding, develop your planned research and submit your application.
Using our Proposal to Award Management (PAM) 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 SETsquared Bath 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
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.
Guide to research data management
How to manage your research data to comply with University policy.
Research integrity and ethics
How we make sure our research meets the highest ethical standards including guidance, resources and contact information.
How you can employ and support your research staff
Guidance around helping you in employing and supporting your research staff.
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