We’re driving inclusive growth that enables people and places to thrive. Our research addresses inequality, empowers communities, and shapes fairer economies - translating insight into action that delivers meaningful, lasting change.

Shaping tomorrow’s growth – inclusive ideas for society and business

From inclusive entrepreneurship to regional regeneration, our research reveals what makes economies work for everyone. Whether amplifying voices in marginalised communities to co-create cultural and activism tools that strengthen civic participation, applying forensic linguistics to improve access to justice, or guiding government and industry partnerships to boost international trade, our researchers are driving meaningful change. Powered by curiosity and inclusion, their work delivers evidence, insight and innovation that help people, businesses and places to thrive.

 

Professor Monder Ram

Breaking down barriers: turbocharging the growth of ethnic minority businesses.

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Dr Katy Pilcher

Empowering voices for radical cultural transformation.

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Dr Nicci McLeod

Delivering justice through forensic linguistics: analysing speech and text.

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Professor Jun Du

Guiding UK business to increase trade, export and prosperity.

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Professor Andy Lymer

Building brighter financial futures for all by helping people manage their money.

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Tim Baines

Tim Baines

Servitization: changing the future of manufacturing

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Research Spotlight

From inclusive entrepreneurship to regional regeneration, our research is shaping economies that work for everyone. Discover how our experts are empowering communities, strengthening businesses, and informing policy to create a fairer, more prosperous society - where people and places can thrive together.

Affordable, highly efficient cold boxes poised to help tackle food waste for small farmers in East Africa

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Paddington gets a British passport – but the Home Office treats real refugees very differently

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India

Research shows how migration from India is bringing economic benefits to the UK

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Hear from our experts

Hear how our experts are redefining what’s possible through interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships with industry, government, and academia.

Disasters hit the poorest and most vulnerable the hardest. Professor Pavel Albores explains how the Aston Crisis Management Centre is reshaping crisis planning so no community is left behind.

Economic recovery isn’t always inclusive recovery. Professor Mark McCormack discusses how post COVID policies in the night time economy left many queer creatives without income or support and why inclusive growth depends on recognising and protecting marginalised communities.

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Hear from our current postgraduate research students and explore our PhD opportunities.

Working with industry

Learn how we’re partnering with businesses to drive inclusive and sustainable growth. By combining academic expertise with real-world insight, we help organisations design fairer business models, develop talent, and create opportunities that deliver social and economic impact for all.

Research institutes and centres

Learn about the research centres helping to empower inclusive growth globally.

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