BNU and Adam Equipment kick off new design and innovation KTP project
The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) between Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) and Adam Equipment has kicked off this month, with the ambitious design and innovation project set to span the next 30 months. Funded in part by , the project aims to bring cutting-edge design and technical expertise to Adam Equipment, enhancing their product offerings and market competitiveness.
The project is a unique collaboration between BNU's design and computer science departments, leveraging the strengths of both areas to drive innovation. The research side will be led by Dr. Benjamin Aziz, Associate Professor in Software Engineering at BNU, with Professor Sri-Kartini Leet, Head of School for Art Design and Performance, Dr. Estabraq Makiyah, Lecturer in Computer Systems and Networks, and Scott Harper, Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Product/Furniture Design, serving as project supervisors.
From Adam Equipment, Richard Storey, Managing Director, and Shaun Baker, Product Manager, will be leading the project from the industry side.
Shaun Barker said: "We鈥檙e proud to partner with BNU and Innovate UK on a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) program. Together, we're combining our expertise to create an innovative range of products designed to meet the evolving demands of the industry's future."
Dr Aziz said: 鈥淭his KTP will leverage the technical research knowledge and project management skills of the university's Computing, AI, and Design researchers, transferring these capabilities to the industrial domain.鈥
Exciting opportunity to be part of the project
One of the standout features of this initiative is the opportunity it provides for a recent graduate to take on a leadership role in a challenging, design-oriented project within the industry. The selected individual will benefit from a 拢2000 annual budget for personal development, encouraging the development of both transferable and technical skills while delivering impactful project outcomes.
Richard Storey said: 鈥淭his is a great opportunity for collaboration between the cutting-edge academia at BNU and Adam Equipment鈥檚 long term industry knowledge and standing within the field of weighing metrology. It will provide a unique opportunity to contribute and shape a product range to help create a sustainable product that provides real fresh benefits to many different users day to day life鈥檚. We are excited to get going with this collaboration.鈥
Applications are open for the Product Design and Innovation Lead, closing Sunday 2nd March. This role offers a unique chance to work at the intersection of academia and industry, leading a KTP project that promises significant professional growth and development. .