Work with us
Case studies
Our researchers partner with industry, government and civil society, facilitating ground-breaking collaborative research that crosses traditional academic boundaries and sectors. Our current projects span transport, healthcare, green energy, agriculture, manufacturing, hazardous environments (underwater, space, etc.) and more. These case studies demonstrate the scope and breadth of our work.
Working with Hitachi and Network Rail to evaluate Open Radio Access Networks as a viable 5G migration path for UK rail communications.
How can you work with us?
Collaborative R&D
Partner with us on funding proposals - we have significant experience of applying for collaborative funding from a variety of organisations, and of partnering with companies, public bodies and charities.
Contract research
Directly fund one or more researchers to investigate a cutting edge issue. You can define the project with us, and benefit from an experienced team with a track record in multiple sectors.
Consultancy
Commission our experts to provide advice on your trickiest questions, or to carry out some short-term work on cutting-edge topics.
Convenor
ISA provides neutral ground for sector-wide conversations that need to happen, but that no single organisation can lead. We bring the right people together to shape standards, share intelligence, and build collective understanding.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP)
Apply for UK Government support to implement our research into your business. This funding allows you to employ a KTP associate, with significant input from our academics to support the development of your products or service.
Education and Training
CPD - tailored training, bringing our expertise to your business.
Sponsor a PhD
Help us to define a PhD topic, and fund a 3 or 4 year research project. We can recruit the PhD researcher, or they could come from your team, if they have the right skills.