Applied Knowledge Exchange

Consultancy, Research and Knowledge Transfer from GCU

The Applied Knowledge Exchange supports Glasgow Caledonian University’s research, knowledge transfer and business development activities, and we work closely with academic experts in Glasgow Caledonian University's schools, commercial centres and Research Institutes.

Our key business services are: Consultancy projects, contract research, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), student placements in industry, technology licensing, European funding and SME business support. 

We work with academic experts in our School of Health and Life Sciences; School of Engineering and Built Environment; and Glasgow School for Business and Society.

The University has a long tradition of conducting research that is economically and socially relevant, applying new knowledge to problems of global significance in areas such as health, the environment and economic development.

Glasgow Caledonian University is capitalising on its key areas of research through the development of new technologies, enabling companies and investors find the best new technologies to help grow their business.

"The support given by GCU was outstanding, both in the professionalism of their engagement with us and the thoroughness of their testing regime.”
- Andrew Mulford, CEO, Lifesapps

We have unique, specialised instrumentation and equipment including environmental testing facilities, 3D visualisation labs, food testing and analysis and an eye clinic.

We also have a number of innovative Centres of Expertise for collaborative and contract research opportunities.

If your organisation faces a problem, contact the Applied Knowledge Exchange and we will help unlock the potential of your business.