HI Links support for the Northern Epic feasibility study was crucial and we were very grateful, both for the financial support and - just as important - the advice and encouragement UHI already has a strong research presence in environmental sciences, marine sciences, aquaculture, fisheries and agronomy and the HI Links project is committed to building on these strengths as well as expanding research capabilities into other areas of regional relevance such health sciences, sustainable development, ICT and renewable energy UHI HI links offers an individual, confidential and free service that will assess your business needs and ideas to help you develop and prosper We aim to encourage innovation and collaboration between businesses in the Highlands & Islands and academia, giving help and support throughout the process of making your idea a reality We are a free service helping companies to develop business ideas in collaboration with Scotland's academic experts