A cutting edge organisation, which specialises in delivering research to help develop innovative new projects, is offering medical device companies the chance to benefit from a wide range of R&D opportunities.
Representing leading research centres from across universities in the North of England, METRC is a virtual lab - set up to drive forward the research agenda and stimulate economic growth within the field of molecular engineering.
With the aim of building networks and partnerships, the company provides a unique platform for industry and academia to work together towards a common goal and undertake fundamental and applied R&D projects. As well as setting up partnerships, METRC can also help secure funding to support R&D programmes.
The academic expertise of METRC’s partners covers a broad range of subject areas such as physics, chemistry, biology, materials sciences, and engineering.
Their in-depth industry knowledge also means that they are ideally positioned within the healthcare sector to target markets where technology can make an economic impact and benefit society.
METRC offers a number of key benefits such as the opportunity to work alongside academics to deliver research into new projects and an insight into new commercial opportunities and early access to new technology developments.
Dr Sam Whitehouse of METRC, said: “We build networks and partnerships that enable people to work together towards a common goal to develop new technologies. Our combined strength from a number of research institutions means that we can tackle challenges and capitalise on opportunities beyond the scope of any one partner.”
To find out more contact Sam Whitehouse on +44 (0) 114 222 9493 or email