Become an NBIC Industry Member
The National Biofilms Innovation Centre (NBIC) exists to create a fusion of world-class interdisciplinary research and industry partnerships to deliver breakthrough science and technologies to control and exploit biofilms.
NBIC membership provides a unique opportunity for businesses to drive commercial development in biofilm research.
Unlock Benefits for Commercial Development:
NBIC Membership provides industry with an additional layer of support from NBIC experts and exclusive access to a range of specialised services, providing members with the tools to facilitate the exchange of challenges, solutions, and ideas in the biofilm sector. These benefits are designed to support the commercial development of biofilm technologies, enabling members to stay ahead in the market.
Tailored Membership Tiers for Commercial Success:
NBIC offers various membership tiers to suit different needs, from start-ups to established enterprises. Each tier provides tailored benefits to support your commercial development goals, ensuring you get the most out of your membership.
Benefits of Becoming an Industry Member
Partnering support
Curated searches and partnering set up by our specialist Innovation Team.
Funding and opportunities
Participation in translational project applications.
Bespoke funding insights based on company sectors.
Studentships and technical training
Access to NBIC PhD programmes via Collaborative Training Partnerships (CTP).
Membership communications and reports
Quarterly membership newsletter, highlighting opportunities, events and access to editorial and curated information.
Access to NBIC funded reports at a reduced rate.
Events and meetings
NBIC Members Day – an annual, themed applied meeting.
Concessionary access to NBIC meetings, webinars and training (defined places per anum).
Access to specialist information
Access to specialist information on NBIC university capabilities and facilities.
Pricing
NBIC operates a tiered pricing model that reflects the member’s size and type of organisation.
Company Type will be defined in accordance with UKRI which has adopted the EU SME definitions that can be found on the European Commission website.
There are four tiers of industry membership within NBIC: Tier 0, Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3.
| Membership Tier | Company Type/size | Membership fee per annum * |
| 0 | Not-for-profit Organization | £0.00 |
| 1 | Micro | £500.00 |
| 2 | SME | £2,500.00 |
| 3 | Large | £5,000.00 |
* Membership fee per annum exclusive of VAT
Question about membership?
If you are interested in obtaning NBIC Membership, becoming a partner or have another query, please fill in the contact form with your details and we will be in touch as soon as possible.