Help us create and shape new research
Research Built Around Community
A core purpose of the Collaboratory programme is to create new research WITH the community, FOR the community. To make this a reality, we’ve developed processes and opportunities that enable local residents and local community organisations to contribute directly to our work. Explore the links below to find out how you can get involved in our work.
Take part in our final research project co-creation round
Who do we collaborate with?
Community-Focused Organisations
People from organisations based in Nottinghamshire or Leicestershire and Rutland, working with one or more local communities, who want to see more positive, evidence-based change for our communities
Local Researchers
Researchers from our partner universities who wish to co-create and supervise a collaborative PhD or Placement research project with local community professionals.
Individuals from Notts Communities
Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire and Rutland residents and/or community leaders who play an active role in any local community groups, networks, or forums, etc.
Ways to get involved
Individuals and Community-Focused Organisations: Take part in our Local Voices in Research initiative to help shape what kind of research we fund.
Researchers, and Community-Focused Organisations: Collaborate with us to develop and lead new community centred research projects.