For Universities & Academics

Unlock deeper insights for world class academic research

Universities and Academics are using the Data City Platform to push the boundaries of research by exploring emerging industries and economic trends.

Empowering universities and academics through data

At the heart of education, research, and innovation, universities drive societal progress. The Data City provides the real-time industry insights needed to enhance research, secure funding, and contribute to economic growth.

Transform research with powerful industry insights

With access to reliable and cutting-edge data, universities and academics can push the boundaries of research, drive policy recommendations, and bolster their academic and economic contributions.

Map and understand emerging industries

Leverage our Real-Time Industrial Classifications (RTICs) to access cutting-edge sector data from over 400 RTICs and spot opportunities that traditional SIC codes and manual research misses. In addition to leveraging our RTICs, use our AI-powered list builder to create and map your own sectors.

Unlock funding and partnerships opportunities

Facilitate the commercialisation of research by identifying unique new opportunities using ANALYSE and fostering innovation ecosystems within universities. Discover high-growth companies and emerging sectors to secure grants, find partnerships and fund research.

Demonstrate your university’s economic leadership

Conduct detailed regional analysis and publish industry reports to measure and communicate your university’s economic contributions. Empower strategic planning, public policy recommendations, and drive local and national growth through insightful data-backed studies.

Being able to map collaboration communities using Innovate UK data has been incredibly helpful… I can see it being relevant across many other sectors.
Tom Carnay Univeristy of Southampton
Tom Carney Innovation Programme Lead | University of Southampton

Working with us

From our platform licenses to bespoke services, you can choose the product that fits your organisation’s needs.

Platform

Discover, classify and understand what companies do. Access data on over 100 million companies globally and explore 400+ industries with our AI-powered platform.

RTICs

Our expert-led RTICs™ provide a comprehensive, real-time view of the economy, showcasing over 400 emerging sectors including Net Zero, AgriTech, FinTech and AI.

Data Services

Our Data Services team can help you build new RTICs and deliver ground-breaking projects, ensuring you get the data you need in the format that suits you best.

Case studies

  • University of Southampton
    How the University of Southampton mapped maritime supply chains with The Data City

    Discover how the University of Southampton leverages The Data City platform to map supply chains and enhance maritime sector insights.

  • Bennet Institute for Public Policy
    How the Bennett Institute unveiled regional strengths using RTICs

    Discover how the Bennett Institute uses RTICs and geographical analysis to understand local economies in detail.