Pioneering research into blood preservation by a Coventry-based life sciences firm could combat blood shortages and save thousands of lives – both in hospitals and the battlefield. CryoLogyx, based at the University of Warwick Science Park’s Venture Centre, is developing the technology after it was able to expand its lab and office space. The […]
A pharmaceutical company which helps patients with complex needs access vital treatments that are not widely available is set to relaunch itself into the UK market after a move to Coventry. Komtur Pharmaceuticals has opened a new office at the Business Innovation Centre in Binley, part of the University of Warwick Science Park, to help […]
A rapidly-growing electric vehicle charging installer based in Stratford is hoping to double its turnover in the next six months and hire new staff after earning major external investment. FusionTek was created when civil engineer Ben Windsor began installing EV charging at various construction sites with his previous company LBW Building Services, and decided to […]
The team behind a successful centre for innovative companies in the West Midlands has been giving young people in the region an insight into business in the hope of inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs. The Blythe Valley Innovation Centre (BVIC) is operated by the University of Warwick Science Park (UWSP) on behalf of Solihull […]
The major economic impact of a Midlands science park’s business support team has been officially recognised after being presented with a prestigious award. The University of Warwick Science Park’s business support team, which assists innovative start-ups with advice, networking opportunities, and investment potential, has earned a ‘Warwick Wow’ award after major successes in the past […]
A data analytics firm based in Rugby is hoping its new platform aimed at helping SMEs interpret their data more easily will enable it to double its turnover within 12 months. Metryx, founded in 2018 by Mike Khan, has already developed complex data analytics software for large corporate clients, including the likes of Mercedes-Benz, to […]
A Warwickshire manufacturer of solar-powered lighting that does not need to be connected to the grid is hoping to grow its team following advice from a business support programme. Ryton-based Solar Vision Lighting Technologies (SVLT) designs green street lighting and CCTV solutions for main roads, residential developments, industrial sites, and more, which customers can either buy outright […]
A Warwick firm is aiming to revolutionise health and safety in the workplace by using the power of AI to predict the likelihood of incidents and stop them before they happen. Raiven Limited, based at the Warwick Innovation Centre – part of the University of Warwick Science Park – helps clients understand, develop and […]
A Solihull amateur football club run by volunteers has received a sponsorship boost from a leading nearby science park. Blythe Valley Innovation Centre, which is owned by Solihull Council and managed by the University of Warwick Science Park, has sponsored Silhill FC Under-9s Tigers for the 2024/25 season. The club, which was founded in […]
Research has found that employee ownership of businesses can increase staff wellbeing, productivity and innovation. A new paper examines how high-quality jobs can increase innovation and productivity. It found that higher pay does motivate workers, alongside other metrics, but that after a certain tipping point more money does not help job satisfaction. Instead, how pay […]