Institute of Social Purpose Innovation (iSPI)

Connecting businesses, public and third sector organisations with world-class university research, facilities and expert consultancy.

Helping you grow and delivering real social impact through research-driven innovation.

Practical, customised solutions that turn your biggest challenges into opportunities for growth, powered by Royal Holloway’s research and expertise.

Why work with us?

We're a top 25 UK research university (Research Excellence Framework 2021) and social purpose is at the heart of what we do.

Our research has relevance and resonance globally - and locally - and we want to help you achieve your goals:

Access research expertise and facilities: tap into Royal Holloway’s research-intensive environment, world-renowned academics and innovators and research-focussed facilities.
Accelerate innovation: get practical, evidence-based advice and solutions that align with your business goals and Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments.
Collaborate for impact: work with partners who share your values and ambition for social purpose.
Shape the future: from AI for social good to climate resilience, we help you lead in areas that matter.

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Our services

We design solutions around your needs:

Consultancy and contract research: evidence-based insights and actionable strategies.
Executive education and CPD: upskill your teams with cutting-edge knowledge.
Enterprise and business growth: guidance for innovation and values-led leadership.
Knowledge exchange: work with us to innovate and drive change.

Areas of expertise

Our work focuses on the issues that matter most to businesses and society:

AI and emerging technologies for social good
Health and wellbeing
Social justice and equality
Culture and creativity
Climate and biodiversity
Values-led business leadership

What can we offer you?

Here’s how we help:

Businesses: fast, reliable access to research-driven insights, best practice and knowledge exchange.
Public and third-sector organisations: achieve sustainable, cost-effective change with proven approaches and expert advice.
Local authorities: drive regeneration with curated tools and direct guidance from experienced peers.
Housing associations: partner with us to improve residents’ financial wellbeing through high-quality research and actionable recommendations.