SHAPE the Future

Solutions

We don’t just generate ideas, but also solutions.

Our approach and strategic, cross-sector network linking universities, business and government is unlike any other. We bring our members together to leverage the skills and talent fostered by our universities and to strengthen further the UK’s world-class research and development.

Through our quarterly ‘Showcasing Collaboration’ series, we celebrate and share the best of NCUB member collaborations under different themes.

In this edition, SHAPE the Future has showcased a series of impactful collaborations between universities and businesses, demonstrating how SHAPE partnerships are sparking innovation across diverse sectors. From arts transforming housing, to accent bias being challenged in the workplace, these case studies highlight the vital role of the humanities in addressing complex societal challenges.