Welcome to UEA's Innovation and Impact Awards

The annual Innovation and Impact Awards celebrate the remarkable research and entrepreneurial spirit of UEA staff, students and graduates, as well as the important collaborative work with our valued partners beyond the University. The Awards recognise and reward projects which are changing lives, helping shape our understanding of the world, and addressing local and global challenges, with entries being assessed against the following criteria:

• Innovation
• Impact
• Collaboration

The 2026 winners were announced at a vibrant and inspiring ceremony on Wednesday 20 May, where colleagues and external guests celebrated the remarkable achievements of our staff, students, partners and collaborators.

Meet the 2026 winners here and watch their films on the UEA for Business YouTube channel.​

The entry period for the Innovation and Impact Awards 2027 will open in autumn 2026. Those interested in entering themselves, or nominating a colleague, are invited to contact uea.innovation@uea.ac.uk to be keep updated.