The AI-Powered Platform Revolutionising Academic-Industry Collaboration
Aqueduct accelerates R&D and knowledge exchange by intelligently matching Industry needs to university expertise worldwide.
Industry Challenge
Complex requirements and context
Academic Expertise
Global University Network
AI-Powered Predictive Matching using Natural Language Processing
The Innovation Friction Point
Despite massive R&D investments, connecting and collaborating with academic expertise remains frustratingly inefficient.
Finding Experts is Hard
Only 4% of innovation professionals surveyed find it easy to locate and engage with the right expertise.
Vague Requirements
From problem statements to desired outputs, 70% of innovators say there's room for improvement in the process.
Manual Overload
Universities rely on personal networks, email exchange, and Excel spreadsheets to track and manage large portfolios.
What Aqueduct Is
Aqueduct is a spin-out from the University of Strathclyde, building a new digital platform to bridge gap and accelerate the entire innovation lifecycle. Our strength lies in working directly with leading universities, providing direct connection to them along with high-quality data and combining this with advanced AI to provide streamlined access to cutting edge research, expertise and know-how.
AI-Driven Predictive Matching
Advanced AI and vector search technology intelligently analyses complex natural language enquiries, matching them instantly to verifiable academic profiles.
High-Quality Data Integration
We leverage high quality live data, direct from universities to ensure profiles are accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive.
Accelerated Innovation Lifecycle
From problem identification to expert engagement, we drastically reduce the time and friction in forming strategic academic-industry partnerships.
Benefits for Both Sides
Aqueduct serves both industry R&D teams and university technology transfer offices with specialised tools and workflows.
For Industry R&D Teams
Accelerate innovation through quicker, more efficient academic partnerships.
AI-Powered Scouting
Instantly match R&D opportunities with relevant expertise across universities.
Dedicated Company Portal
Manage strategic partnerships, track engagement status, and capture project ROI in one centralised dashboard.
Chatbot & Document Upload
Submit complex R&D requests in natural language or via documents for instant, prioritised matching.
Key Benefits
- • Accelerated R&D: Reduce time from problem to expert engagement
- • Competitive Advantage: Access cutting-edge research and technology
- • Reduced Overhead: Streamlined partnership management tools
For Universities & TTOs
Modernise and maximise your commercial engagement
Engagement Portal
Centralise, track, and manage all incoming industry inquiries online, replacing messy spreadsheets and email inboxes.
Automated Matching Engine
Intelligently match business needs to relevant expertise, maximising conversion rates and engagement quality.
Data Integration
Increase visibility of academics, facilities, and expertise by connecting high quality live data, direct from universities.
Key Benefits
- • Increase Commercial Income: More profitable research contracts and KE projects
- • Digital Transformation: Modernise external relations and accessibility
- • Efficiency Gains: Free staff for higher-value activities
Trusted by Leading Partners
Aqueduct is supported by key industry and academic partners who recognise the transformative potential of our platform.
University of Strathclyde
Scottish Power
Siemens Energy
BAE Systems
The Data Lab
Ready to Accelerate Innovation?
Aqueduct is building a commercially-ready MVP with key early adopters. Engage now to shape the product's features and gain priority access.