Engineering and Innovation Centre Tour

About the Engineering Innovation Centre (EIC)

The EIC at the University of Central Lancashire is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to cutting-edge research and development. The EIC is a hub for innovation, where academia and industry come together to create practical solutions to today’s technological challenges and create real-world innovation. With advanced labs and world-leading expertise, the EIC supports a diverse range of sectors.

Our tour will take you across the labs, showcasing the University’s Research and Knowledge Exchange capabilities. You'll hear the stories behind the spaces, discover world-leading projects, and experience hands-on technology demonstrations.

Tour Highlights:

· Innovation Lab – Explore how ideas come to life through advanced innovation practices.

· Fire Lab – Discover our research into fire behaviour and safety testing.

· Space Lab – See how UCLan scientists are studying the Sun to better protect Earth’s atmosphere.

· Rocket Showcase – Learn how we worked with NASA and global partners to launch a rocket-borne camera to explore the Sun’s outer atmosphere.

· Additive Manufacturing Lab – Dive into the world of 3D printing and advanced manufacturing.

· Human Augmentation Lab – Explore the frontier of exoskeletons and assistive technologies.

· Motorsport & Simulation Lab – Step into our motorsport research centre and experience high-tech simulation demos.

· Composites Lab – Get a glimpse into innovative composite material research.

· Drone Technologies – Witness drone demonstrations and future applications.

· Aerospace Simulations – Discover how simulation supports aerospace engineering projects.

· Engineering Lab – See firsthand the breadth of our engineering research and development work.

Breakfast: Enjoy a selection of delicious breakfast options between 8:00am – 8:30am

Who Should Attend?

This tour is ideal for professionals and businesses interested in:

• Innovation & Research: Discover how academia and industry can work together to solve complex problems.
• Engineering & Technology: Learn about the latest trends and breakthroughs.
• Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs: See how collaboration with the university can help your business stay ahead of the curve.
• Academics & Researchers: Get insights into the research environment and learn how the EIC can support your projects.

Whether you’re a business leader looking to collaborate, a researcher keen to explore new ideas, or simply someone interested in the future of technology, the EIC tour offers something for everyone.

Spaces are limited – Register now to secure your place!

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