Bayes Centre

Unlock Your Business Potential with InnoConnect

InnoConnect offers funding opportunities for organisations of any size to gain access to specialist facilities and expertise to support the growth and innovation of your business through the University of Edinburgh's Bayes Centre.

Funding Available

Eligible organisations may receive up to £5,000 to access:

• Cutting-edge research facilities, complemented by skilled technical support
• World-leading expertise in AI and data science
• Specialist equipment and testing capabilities

Tailored Support

We align our resources to your unique needs, facilitating activities from the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to prototyping, validation, and feasibility testing. Whether you're refining product strategies, strengthening investment propositions, or catalysing growth, InnoConnect provides the support you need.

Diverse Industry Applications

Key industry sectors include, but are not limited to:

• Space technology
• Robotics and autonomous systems
• Artificial Intelligence applications
• Engineering solutions
• Energy and sustainability

Drive Innovation

Empower your business to access the University of Edinburgh's research excellence and technical capabilities. InnoConnect bridges the gap between academic expertise and commercial innovation, helping organisations of all sizes advance their technology and products.

Contact the Bayes Centre team to discuss how InnoConnect funding can support your business objectives.

Essential Information

• To be eligible to access data from our research facility applicants must be a registered company or a sole trader.
• This funding pot offers access to facilities and expertise, rather than monetary support, enabling beneficiaries to utilise specific resources or services at the University of Edinburgh.
• Applicants are expected to contribute their time in participation alongside the usage of these facilities.