College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

Cancer Research UK (CRUK) is the world’s largest charitable funder of cancer research, investing in research year on year to tackle the disease. It partners with academia, industry and global institutions to accelerate breakthroughs in prevention, detection, and treatment.

LifeArc is a not-for-profit life sciences organisation that provides translational support and funding to accelerate scientific discoveries into patient treatments. Part of what LifeArc does is to support funding centres and researchers to develop diagnostics, therapies, and clinical trials, bridging gaps between academia and patient care.

Nathan is a Business Development Officer at the West of Scotland KTP Centre. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) link forward thinking organisations with the UK’s world class knowledge base to deliver innovative projects led by inspired graduates.Nathan supports partnerships between innovative companies and academic experts. With a background in academia, he previously conducted research in the Middle East and North Africa, and taught history at U.S. universities. He then left academia and immigrated to the UK, pivoting to internal auditing and quality management with an advanced manufacturer in Southampton and a start-up in Aberdeen. Nathan enjoys conversations with individuals and organisations who are actively pursuing creative solutions to significant problems or gaps in their respective sectors and is always available to discuss the potential business and academic case for a KTP project.

Andrew is a Business Development Officer at the West of Scotland KTP Centre. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) link forward thinking organisations with the UK’s world class knowledge base to deliver innovative projects led by inspired graduates. Andrew supports partnerships between innovative companies and academic experts. Prior to joining the Centre, he held roles in marketing and business development within the third sector, followed by three years in industry in a customer-facing sales role. He holds an MBA from the University of Strathclyde and has five years of experience guiding KTP applications from initial idea to securing funding. Andrew enjoys the variety of working across a wide range of sectors and is happy to chat all things KTP, as well as his hobbies of playing hockey and accordion.

Alison is Executive Director with Scottish Universities Life Sciences Alliance (SULSA), which represents 13 Scottish Higher Education Institutes to create opportunities for researchers and support the innovation landscape in Scotland. Alison leads strategic development on International, Innovation and Inclusivity projects and overall member management and lobbying efforts. Gaining her PhD in marine biotechnology from the University of Strathclyde, Allison's research interests include natural products, drug discovery, bioeconomy, and biotechnology. She is passionate about making science accessible and inclusive through supporting early career researchers to develop prosperous and sustainable careers. With strong belief in collaborative research approaches to solving challenges, she is interested in international networking for Horizon Europe, industry engagement, and empowering researchers to commercialise their research.

FireFinch Software specialises in developing innovative software solutions for the life sciences and biotech sectors. FireFinch offer flexible, expert-led development that combines scientific fluency, regulatory readiness, and strategic insight to help build the right product, the first time.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and laboratory services, supporting research, healthcare, and biopharma industries. Its Renfrewshire facility in Paisley specialises in manufacturing cell culture media, including dry powder and animal origin-free formulations.

Interface is a free, impartial service that connects businesses with Scotland’s universities, colleges, and research institutes. It supports partnerships by matching organisations with academic expertise, facilities, and funding opportunities to drive innovation, research, and development—helping turn ideas into impactful products, services, and solutions

Tentamus Group is a global network of specialized laboratories offering safety and quality assurance services across food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical devices. Tentamus supports businesses with testing, consulting, and product labeling, enabling compliance and innovation through advanced analytics combined with local expertise.

The MVLS Shared Research Facilities (SRF) provide world-leading technologies and expert knowledge to propel scientific discovery. Their state-of-the-art facilities, staffed by skilled scientists, are accessible to academic and industry partners. The SRF offers a comprehensive suite of services, including next-generation sequencing, mass spectrometry, bioinformatics, and advanced imaging. The team provides tailored solutions for each project, from initial experimental design to data analysis and publication. The SRF is committed to developing collaborations and delivering impactful, world-class research.

Consultancy catalyses partnerships and realises impact. The UofG Academic Consultancy Service provides a professional service to unlock the potential of academic expertise and drive positive change through consultancy. They empower our academic community to turn knowledge into impactful solutions, backed by the prestige and reputation of our world-renowned institution. Through the Academic Consultancy Service you can access legal, financial and administrative experts, saving you valuable time and effort, and allowing you more time to focus on making a difference.

Biological Services at the University of Glasgow ensures the highest standards of care and welfare for laboratory animals, supporting world-changing in-vivo research. Our team provides safe, secure, and species-appropriate facilities, alongside expert technical assistance and veterinary care. We champion best practices in animal welfare, guide ethical review processes, and support compliance with legislation governing animal studies. Committed to the principles of the 3Rs—Replace, Reduce, Refine—we help researchers conduct responsible and impactful science. Biological Services is a vital partner in advancing biomedical research while upholding the highest ethical standards.

The Innovation, Engagement & Enterprise (IEE) team within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences supports the UofG's innovation ambitions to transform ideas into real-world impact on a local and global scale. The IEE's strategy operates across three interconnected pillars; (1) Driving Innovation & Enterprise, (2) Employability for Careers and Growing Entrepreneurs, and (3) Regional Economic and Societal Impact. The IEE comprises several diverse teams that drive the IEE initiatives including the Partnerships, Translational Research Initiative (TRI), Impact , Employability, and Engagement teams. Together, they foster relationships with external partners, support research-led impact and spin-outs via translational grants and roadmaps, as well as embed industry-informed learning into curriculum design and engage the public through STEM outreach initiatives like the Glasgow Science Festival.

The Glasgow Tissue Research Facility (GTRF) integrates expertise and infrastructure to provide a high-quality histology service for tissue-based research. The histology service provided by the GTRF includes microtomy for the production of FFPE sections and tissue scrolls (under DNA/RNAse-free conditions), Haematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining, whole slide imaging, and tissue microarray (TMA) design and construction. Strategically located within the Laboratory Medicine Building at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) and operating within a collaborative framework involving the University of Glasgow, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and the CRUK Scotland Centre, the GTRF is committed to rigorous scientific standards, underpinned by robust standard operating procedures and quality assurance processes. This ensures the reliability and integrity of downstream analysis by academic and industrial partners for translational research and biomarker discovery.

Part of the School of Health & Wellbeing within the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow, the Robertson Centre is a leading research centre supporting high-quality clinical trials and epidemiological studies. As a key component of the UKCRC-registered Glasgow CTU, they collaborate with academia, the NHS, and industry partners locally and globally. Their internationally recognised expertise spans biostatistics, health informatics, data processing and management, software development, and project management/development. The Centre are committed to advancing medical research and welcome opportunities for new collaborations.

The Scottish Centre for Macromolecular Imaging (SCMI) is a world-leading national facility for cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM). Located within the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research, SCMI provides state-of-the-art equipment and expert support for researchers in structural biology. The facility's flagship JEOL Cryo-ARM 300 microscope allows for near-atomic resolution imaging of biological molecules, a technique that is revolutionising fields from drug discovery to vaccine development. SCMI offers full-service access to both academic and industry partners, supporting projects that provide critical insights into fundamental biological processes and human health.