Aston University

Aston University is a public research university in Birmingham, UK, with a city‑centre campus and an applied, industry‑engaged character. A distinctive placement year embeds students in companies, creating pipelines for sponsored research, contract services, and recruitment. Co‑located laboratories and clinical facilities support translational work, while proximity to Birmingham’s innovation district and the regional manufacturing base enables fast access to partners and SMEs. Research is supported by UK Research and Innovation councils and Innovate UK, with additional funding from NIHR and European programmes. A dedicated technology transfer office manages IP, licensing, and spinouts, and streamlines facilities access and collaboration agreements.