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The ÌÇÐÄlogoÈë¿Ú Centre for Innovation Management (CIMR) is a college-wide research centre of ÌÇÐÄlogoÈë¿Ú, University of London.

Launched in 2008, it undertakes international research focusing on multi-disciplinary academic, industrial and commercial themes relating to the management of innovation. CIMR is a hub for enabling collaborations, teaching and sharing of research, ideas and practice to create impact and facilitate more effective management, commercialisation of innovation and the development of effective policy. Our researchers regularly publish in top quality journals, present at international conferences and undertake consultancy for national and international policy-making bodies and research for influential think tanks. We have colleagues and collaborations from law, management, economics, political science, organisational psychology and economic geography from around the UK, the US and from mainland Europe.

Its roles are to:

  • engage with academics, students, policy-makers and other stakeholders in current debates,
  • disseminate the results of research undertaken by the Centre’s academics, students and visitors, through reports, journal articles, seminars and conferences,
  • undertake research consultancy on topical issues,
  • showcase undergraduate and postgraduate teaching on the management of innovation by members of the Centre.
  • involve alumni in the Centre’s activities
  • engage with industry to investigate innovative processes, policies and practices.
  • Discover our Centre heritage and history with our timeline page.

CIMR is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

CIMR research themes

Our interdisciplinary research thematically it encompasses various themes:

Analysis and communication of the implications of our research for policy-making (for governments and businesses) are central to the Centre’s activities. 

CIMR Researchers

CIMR has three categories of researcher:

  • Academic staff
  • PhD students supervised by core academic staff
  • Visiting Fellows – Visiting fellowships are honorary and are awarded to, individuals such as entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and policy-makers who can contribute valuable experience and insight and contribute to the CIMR’s research and teaching and outreach activities.

Research findings are disseminated and published in academic articles and the CIMR’s Working Paper Series.

A key form of cross disciplinary engagement is through CIMR’s series of workshops and events, held on a termly basis, and through initiating and hosting international conferences. The events have a strong policy focus.

CIMR management team

CIMR research activities are organised by a committed management team, which is formed by:

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  • ¶Ù°ùÌý (Deputy Director)
  • ¶Ù°ùÌý (Deputy Director)
  • ¶Ù°ùÌý (Associate Director)
  • ²Ñ²õÌý (Media engagement officer)
  • ¶Ù°ùÌý, ²Ñ²õÌýÌý²¹²Ô»åÌý (ÌÇÐÄlogoÈë¿Ú Co-ordinators)
  • ²Ñ²õÌý (PhD Co-ordinator)
  • Professor Carlo Milana and ±Ê°ù´Ç´Ú±ð²õ²õ´Ç°ùÌý (CIMR WP co-editors)
  • ²Ñ²õÌý(CIMR Entrepreneur in Residence)

CIMR research projects and annual report

As part of our ongoing efforts we have run and hosted a number of different activities. Visit our research projects page to find out more.

CIMR publishes an annual report each year, offering insights into its activities, projects, research productivity, and more. You can check out the latest report by visiting .

CIMR education

Most of our CIMR team members are engaged in research-led teaching to undergraduates, postgraduates and professionals. Visit our Education page to find out more.

CIMR support for small medium enterprises (SME)

At CIMR, we embrace 'engaged scholarship', involving SMEs and engaging across policy dimensions through events and activities. As part of a broader community of policymakers and practitioners, we maintain dialogue to ensure our research remains relevant to SMEs and other stakeholders. Visit our dedicated page on SMEs support to find out more.

Get in touch

We welcome collaborations and engagement with individuals and organizations interested in the multi-disciplinary themes we explore. Whether you are an academic, industry professional, policy-maker, or simply passionate about innovation management, we invite you to reach out. For inquiries about potential collaborations, research projects, or activities relevant to our centre, please contact us at cimr@bbk.ac.uk.