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- Huawei and University of Manchester to develop graphene ICT technologies
- The partnership will be an initial two year project
(2D Materials Magazine)- Huawei, a leading global ICT solutions provider is to develop graphene-based ICT applications with the University of Manchester in a two year project. The organizations will seek to develop graphene consumer electronics products and mobile communication devices.
Chancellor George Osborne
”It was a great privilege to officially open the National Graphene Institute earlier this year as part of a £90m Government investment in graphene research and development. Today’s deal between Huawei and the NGI is important recognition of how the UK is leading the way in graphene technology and another example of how science and innovation is playing a key role in building the Northern Powerhouse.”
James Baker, Graphene Business Director at The University of Manchester
“Working with a leading global technology brand gives us the opportunity to take graphene from the lab to everyday products. We are looking forward to working with Huawei over the next couple of years to develop new materials for consumer electronics and mobile communication devices.”
Chen Lifang, Board Director and Senior Vice-President, Huawei
“The UK is at the forefront of world-leading R&D capability in fundamental technology and we’re excited to be working with The University of Manchester through Huawei’s HIRP FLAGSHIP program on a project that has the potential to explore so many advanced technologies. As the home of graphene, The University of Manchester has enormous expertise and the best facilities for working with the material. We are confident our partnership will help to build a better connected world and contribute to the future of the ICT industry.”
