Prof. Robert Blackburn

Pioneering researcher on small business growth, advisory board member to government enterprise committees, and author of major reports on SME banking and fiscal stimulus.

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Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: Small Firm Financing, Government SME Support Policies, Entrepreneurial Dynamics in UK Cities, Enterprise Resilience
Academic position: Director of the Small Business Research Centre (SBRC)
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Small Firm Financing, Government SME Support Policies, Entrepreneurial Dynamics in UK Cities are advised to consult formal department application channels.

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-15. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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