University of Salford
The University of Salford is providing technical assistance to businesses around the specialist subjects of AI, cyber security, industrial digitisation and immersive technologies to help businesses to transform, innovate and become more commercially viable.
Meet the University of Salford Team
Mandy Parkinson
Professor of Business Innovation
Mandy focuses on the development of innovation clusters that span the digital and sustainable ecosystems. She has a passion for building collaborations to support the region.
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Sunil Vadera
Professor of Computer Science
Sunil’s research is driven by the desire to close the gap between theory and practice in AI, something he has been doing for over two decades. He leads the University of Salford’s technical contribution to the Centre for Digital Innovation.
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Ann Mulhaney
Associate Professor of Change Management
Ann is experienced in building online learning platforms and is an expert in the field of change management.
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Hannah Potter
Project Manager
Hannah is a PRINCE2 certified project manager with experience managing multiple funded innovation projects across Salford and Greater Manchester. Hannah works within Salford’s Centre for Sustainable Innovation, bridging the gap between industry and academia.
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Tom Johnson
Research Contracts and Monitoring Officer
Tom has a strong background in academic contract management and financial monitoring. He ensures compliance and efficiency in research administration and funding oversight.
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“CDI doesn’t just deliver technological solutions to businesses, it provides a holistic approach to technology adoption, addressing the steps to innovation, the solutions and the skills gap to help businesses in the region truly prosper.”
Mandy Parkinson
