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just imagine if

The just IMAGINE if... research grant is an example of what can be achieved when pioneering business leaders, academic institutions and socially conscious individuals collaborate to create real change.

Together we share a common drive to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.

just IMAGINE if... would not be possible without the generous support of our friends and sponsors.

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University of Reading

University of Reading

The University of Reading is a Top 40 UK University, based in the south east of England. Reading is also in the UK top 10 for Land & Property Management; Building; Agriculture & Forestry; Speech and Language Therapy, and Earth & Marine Sciences (The Complete University Guide, 2025).

Henley Business School

Henley Business School

Henley Business School has been developing leaders for over 70 years. It’s among an elite group of business schools that is triple-accredited (AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB) from UK, European and US accreditation bodies, ensuring high-quality, internationally-recognized qualifications.

Hogan Lovells

Hogan Lovells

One of the biggest names in global corporate law, Hogan Lovells is an American-British law firm based in London and Washington.

The Lindley Foundation

The Lindley Foundation

The Lindley Foundation is the charitable trust of the Lindley family. It grants funding to organisations that help the world prosper in ideas, opportunity and compassion – especially for children and young people.

Meaningful Business

Meaningful Business

Meaningful Business is a global community of leaders who support and inspire progressive business leaders dedicated to solving some of the world's most pressing issues in line with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
One Young World

One Young World

One Young World is a global community bringing together some of the world's sharpest young political and entrepreneurial minds to confront some of the biggest challenges facing humanity.

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The £100k research grant

Learn more about just IMAGINE if ... and how your idea could receive research and business support worth up to £100,000 from the University of Reading and Henley Business School.

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Our counsellors

Some of the UK’s leading business people and nationally known entrepreneurs are on hand to help you turn your life-changing idea into a reality.

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The story so far

Find out how previous just IMAGINE if ... recipients have realised their dreams and tackled a global challenge.