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Supply of Vector Network Analyser to University of Manchester's Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre

Awarded 03 May 2017

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Awarded03 May 2017
Value£0.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 9y 4mo ago3mo term
Awarded 3 May 2017Expired 19 July 2017

The University of Manchester awarded a contract to Keysight Technologies UK Limited for the supply of a Vector Network Analyser for the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC).

The GEIC is a £60 million investment establishing a state-of-the-art research and technology development facility for graphene and related 2D materials, focusing on industry-led innovation in energy, composites, formulations and coatings, electronics, and membranes.

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