Lancaster University
Lancaster University is supporting SMEs in the region to develop their security capabilities and to prepare for a digital future.
Providing expertise in artificial intelligence, cyber security, immersive technologies and industrial digitalisation, businesses will benefit from the knowledge, technical support and state of the art facilities at Lancaster University to deliver products, services and projects.
Lancaster University will foster collaboration between academic researchers in the Security and Protection Sciences Institute and businesses to equip them with the tools, specialist expertise and opportunities to grow and realise their digital innovation ambitions.
In addition to engaging with businesses, the University also supports students through paid internships to provide them with practical skills and experience as they embark on their careers.
Meet the Lancaster University Team
Allan Rennie
Professor in Manufacturing Engineering
Allan is the CDI Academic Lead, specialising in additive manufacturing, digitalisation, and engineering education, with a focus on industrial applications and interdisciplinary innovation.
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Tom Abram
Senior Project Engineer
Tom specialises in additive manufacturing and industrial research and development. He manages technical delivery, mentors engineers, and advances tooling innovation through selective laser sintering.
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James Darwent
Cyber Innovation Associate
James supports collaborative research and enterprise in cybersecurity. He focuses on digital innovation, stakeholder engagement, and impactful knowledge exchange initiatives.
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Jon Lomas
Cyber Security Partnership Development Manager
Jon fosters cross-institutional collaboration to advance digital resilience, innovation, and research impact across academia, industry, and government sectors.
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James Livsey
Cyber Innovation Manager
James drives digital transformation and innovation through collaborative research, enterprise partnerships, and strategic leadership in cybersecurity and emerging technologies.
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Sula Ross
Knowledge Exchange and Data Manager
Sula supports knowledge exchange and research impact through expert claims management, data coordination, and strategic engagement with external partners.
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