CEB Enterprise linking research, industry, and entrepreneurship to accelerate commercialisation
The Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge plays a key role in translating research into real-world applications, with a strong focus on commercialisation, industry collaboration, and entrepreneurship.
The department recognises the importance of moving publicly funded research beyond academia and into practical use. It actively supports this through partnerships with industry, offering flexible collaboration models ranging from short consultancy projects to large-scale research programmes.
As a multidisciplinary department working at the intersection of engineering, chemistry, biology, and physics, it contributes to solving global challenges in areas such as healthcare, sustainability, and advanced materials.
A core part of its approach is building strong links between academia and industry. This includes collaborative research projects, studentships, and long-term partnerships with organisations such as AstraZeneca and other industrial partners, helping translate scientific discoveries into practical technologies and products.
The department also supports entrepreneurship and spinout creation, with a particular emphasis on inclusive innovation and responsible business practices. Alongside this, it hosts the Master’s in Bioscience Enterprise (MBE), a programme designed to equip scientists with business, commercialisation, and venture-building skills in the life sciences sector.
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