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Innovative research exhibition recognised in national awards
The technology transfer specialist behind an innovative exhibition showcasing some of The University of Nottingham’s most exciting inventions has been recognised for his impact on science and the economy.
The Technology Demonstrator Facility, based at The University of Nottingham Innovation Park next to Jubilee Campus, was developed by Dr George Rice of the University’s Research and Innovation Services Team. Dr Rice has been named Newcomer of the Year at the 2010 Impact Awards.
These annual awards recognised those who have made outstanding contributions to science and the economy through innovation. The judges noted that Dr Rice’s initiatives: “are resulting in step change improvements in the commercialisation of individual technologies and general engagement of a wide range of stakeholders with the University’s knowledge transfer agenda.”
The Technology Demonstrator Facility features exhibits spanning the development cycle in engineering and physical sciences research at the University. These range from initial design concepts through to successfully-trading spin-out companies and products that already impact on our daily lives.
”The technology demonstrator project has enhanced the communication of often complex technologies and in doing so has raised the awareness of the impact University research can have both in the commercial environment and on the public as a whole,” said Dr Rice. ”I am extremely grateful for the support I have received from my academic and technology transfer colleagues other my other collaborators including the Design Council.”
The award was presented to Dr Rice by science communicator Maggie Philbin at the East Midlands Conference Centre on University Park.
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Notes to editors: The University of Nottingham is ranked in the UK's Top 10 and the World's Top 100 universities by the Shanghai Jiao Tong (SJTU) and Times Higher (THE) World University Rankings.
More than 90 per cent of research at The University of Nottingham is of international quality, according to RAE 2008, with almost 60 per cent of all research defined as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’. Research Fortnight analysis of RAE 2008 ranks the University 7th in the UK by research power. In 27 subject areas, the University features in the UK Top Ten, with 14 of those in the Top Five.
The University provides innovative and top quality teaching, undertakes world-changing research, and attracts talented staff and students from 150 nations. Described by The Times as Britain's “only truly global university”, it has invested continuously in award-winning campuses in the United Kingdom, China and Malaysia. Twice since 2003 its research and teaching academics have won Nobel Prizes. The University has won the Queen's Award for Enterprise in both 2006 (International Trade) and 2007 (Innovation — School of Pharmacy), and was named ‘Entrepreneurial University of the Year’ at the Times Higher Education Awards 2008.
Nottingham was designated as a Science City in 2005 in recognition of its rich scientific heritage, industrial base and role as a leading research centre. Nottingham has since embarked on a wide range of business, property, knowledge transfer and educational initiatives (www.science-city.co.uk) in order to build on its growing reputation as an international centre of scientific excellence. The University of Nottingham is a partner in Nottingham: the Science City.
More information is available from Dr George Rice on +44 (0)115 823 2190, george.rice@nottingham.ac.uk; or Internal Communications Manager Tara de Cozar in the University’s Communications Office on +44 (0)115 846 8545, tara.decozar@nottingham.ac.uk
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