Small items of research equipment at the University of Leeds

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The goal of this programme is to expand and upgrade the small equipment base at the University of Leeds to help support engineering and physical science early career researchers (ECRs). Such investment can add new capacity and capability to research teams, particularly helping ECRs establish their own independent research activities. Our vision will be achieved in two ways: first, through provision of small items of dedicated equipment to individual ECRs and their research groups that will complement existing University infrastructure, and; second, by improving and refreshing equipment in shared university facilities that are accessed heavily by ECRs, by supporting purchase of stand-alone components and enhancements that will expand operation of existing apparatus. This programme has been focussed on a selection of research areas of national importance where Leeds has a critical mass of academic staff, funding and infrastructure, which align with the EPSRC shaping capability exercise, and is demonstrably internationally leading for the quality and distinctiveness of its research. This will ensure that the investment made here underpins scientific and engineering excellence, and aligns with long-term research programmes that are both strategic to the university, and receive on-going university investment. This programme will be led by three senior academic staff each with long-standing track records and academic leadership in the organization and delivery of large research programmes to strict timescales, together with the university's Research Facilities and Infrastructure Manager. Oversight by the Pro-Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation will ensure overall alignment with the University's vision for sustainability of its equipment base.