Yuchen Gu

I am a Knowledge Transfer Manager – Polymers at Innovate UK Business Connect, working within the Materials and Manufacturing team. I support businesses, researchers, and innovators across the polymer ecosystem to accelerate the development and commercialisation of new ideas. This includes helping organisations build the right collaborations, access funding, connect with partners, and engage with larger organisations or assets where needed. My focus is on understanding what support innovators need and enabling the right pathways to move technologies forward.

My background is in materials science, with experience spanning polymer materials and energy-related applications. Prior to joining Innovate UK Business Connect, I worked at SETsquared Partnership, where I supported SMEs in developing innovation projects and securing funding. I am particularly interested in the role of polymers in enabling sustainability, circular economy, and industrial decarbonisation. If you are developing new polymer materials, improving recyclability, or scaling technologies, I would be happy to connect.