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SUMMARY:The UK-China Business Forum 2024
DESCRIPTION:CBBC’s upcoming flagship event: The UK-China Business Forum 2024 will take place on 20th March in London’s Landmark hotel. \nThe half-day conference will be followed by CBBC’s Spring Reception\, and will focus on the geopolitics of trade: with leading industry experts exploring opportunities in key strategic sectors\, including transportation and EV evolution and biosciences and healthcare\, as well as considering topics around supply chain and risk management. \nThe event will offer plentiful opportunities for networking and knowledge-exchange. \nPlease note: Medilink members are invited to attend this event at the same rate as CBBC members – please email: info@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the code.\n  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/the-uk-china-business-forum-2024/
LOCATION:London\, London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="China Britain Business Council":MAILTO:enquiries@cbbc.org.
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T170000
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SUMMARY:Venturefest West Midlands 2024
DESCRIPTION:Connecting Investors\, Innovators and Entrepreneurs in the West Midlands.  Venturefest 2024\, brings together regional businesses\, universities\, science parks and business support organisations.​ \nVenturefest West Midlands will be held on 21st March 2024 at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham. \n​Being supported locally by business\, universities\, science parks and business support organisations Venturefest provides entrepreneurs\, investors and innovators the chance to meet\, engage and exchange ideas for co-operation and collaboration\, particularly in the fields of science and emerging technologies. \nMedilink Midlands is proud to be gold sponsors of Venturefest. Our Entrepreneur in Residence Christian Kumar will be chairing our session within the conference programme. Be sure to join the conference at 11:10-12pm for Four Ps of successful Product development – People\, Planet\, Partnership and Profit\, speakers include: \n\nMelanie Davidson\, CEO\, Medilink Midlands (Partnerships)\nDave Phasey\, Projects Director\, 3P Innovation (People)\nMarcelle Batson-Warner\, Founder & CEO\, One Stop Engineering (Planet)\nMark Evans\, Partner\, Crowe LLP (Profit)\n\nMedilink Midlands will also be prominent in the exhibition hall with the following invited companies:\nMICA Biosystems \nCytecom\nSonotu\nB13 AI \n​Running alongside Venturefest West Midlands for another year will be Minerva Birmingham Pitch Up\, a pitching competition for business owners\, giving a unique opportunity for businesses to raise their profile both in the West Midlands and in front of a national audience of investors. Business owners are invited to present their ideas in a pitch for investment and stand a chance of winning one of several awards. \nA key feature of Venturefest West Midlands\, the programme featuring industry leaders delivering insightful\, challenging and inspiring keynote and panel discussions. Running alongside these sessions will include interactive workshop sessions delivered by our expert partners. \nView the Venturefest 2024 programme here. \nRead more online here
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/venturefest-2024/
LOCATION:Eastside Rooms\, Birmingham\, B7 4BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
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SUMMARY:Interactive tool webinar: new product verification\, validation and testing
DESCRIPTION:Join The Open University and InterAct for the launch of a tool for designing customer and regulation focused verification\, validation and testing (VVT) plans for your new product or technology development. This event aims to demonstrate why the industry should invest and how they can focus on critical product verification\, validation\, and testing activities focused on key “Voice of customer” (VoC) and “Voice of Regulation” (VoR) concerns.\nMany low or zero-emission technologies for decarbonisation are still in prototype phases that need coordinated development and enhanced testing across different uses and stages of development (HM Government\, 2021). However\, new product/technology verification\, validation\, and testing processes are highly complex for both technology developers and the industry who want to adopt these technologies. \nHow will this event benefit my business?\nJoining this session will demystify the complex process with case studies\, break down the steps of the VVT process\, and demonstrate this process using an online interactive tool. \nThe tool will be freely available for the participants to use in their business context and provide feedback for further development. Participants will also be able to collaborate in future case studies\, provide input on the research direction\, and co-create useful solutions tailored to them. \nAgenda:\n\n10.00 : Welcome and Introduction – Dr Khadija Tahera\, The Open University\n10.20: Keynote Talk – Dr Andrew Halfpenny\, Director of Technology – nCode Products\, Hottinger Bruel and Kjaer UK Ltd.\n11:00: The process and tool: case study – Dr Khadija Tahera\n11.40: Live Q&A\nHow you can get involved – – Dr Khadija Tahera\, The Open University\n\n  \nClick here to book your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/interactive-tool-webinar-new-product-verification-validation-and-testing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="The Open University":MAILTO:julia.g.freear@open.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T153000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Medical Technology Manufacturing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: The medical technologies manufacturing industry is an essential engine for the Midlands’ economic growth\, innovation\, healthcare improvement\, global trade\, skills development\, and healthcare resilience. This multifaceted role underscores its importance in both the regional and national contexts. \nIn this workshop\, attendees will: \n\nExplore together the visions and future business models for the sector.\nJointly identify the drivers that change the sector.\nIdentify the organisational changes required and how to prepare for them.\nSuggest the broader ecosystem capabilities needed in readiness for this future.\nCo-create a plan of action for the kinds of change everyone can invest in and trust.\n\n  \nInterAct will take you through the foreseeable changes that lie ahead and work with you to develop the flexibility that will allow you to pivot to be equally productive and sustainable in different scenarios\, delivering progress with purpose. \nThe InterAct Future of Digital Manufacturing Ecosystems research team has published a vital report that brings you the information you need\, at your fingertips\, outlining four potential future scenarios and the associated opportunities for the manufacturing world. \nThe four potential alternatives for the digital manufacturers of tomorrow we suggest are: \n\nProductivity Powerhouse\nFlexibility as Standard\nSustainability Champion\nHappy and Sustainable Workforce\n\n  \nThis is an important opportunity to anticipate future technological changes and plan to be prepared for developments in AI and other future technologies and make the necessary changes sooner rather than later to keep our region’s manufacturers competitive. \nClick here to register your interest.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/the-future-of-medical-technology-manufacturing-workshop/
LOCATION:The Manufacturing Technology Centre\, Ansty Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Loughborough University":MAILTO:event@remed.uk
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SUMMARY:Health Innovation East Midlands Surgical Innovation Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Health Innovation East Midlands (HIEM) would like to invite innovators who provide solutions which can positively impact our local surgical pathways (from initial referral to post operative care) to apply to showcase their innovation at our next Surgical Innovation Exchange.\n\nThe event will take place virtually and will allow innovators to present their solution to an audience of NHS colleagues across the region. \nHealth Innovation East Midlands consulted with patients and stakeholders in the East Midlands to outline the key challenges experienced both working in and navigating through the local surgical pathways. The innovations and innovative solutions that they will be selecting to showcase at this event will directly address these challenges. Presentations from innovators will be followed by a Q&A session with NHS colleagues\, and HIEM can help to facilitate connections between NHS colleagues and innovators following the event. \nClick for more information and to apply for your place.\n*Application window open until Tuesday 19th March 2024 at 12pm.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/surgical-innovation-exchange/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T124500
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
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SUMMARY:Avoiding FDA holds - import with success into the US
DESCRIPTION:Details\nWebinar hosted by YSDS Life Science \nAvoid FDA Holds \nThe essential steps for importing your FDA related product into the US with success. \nAs thousands of other pharmaceutical companies\, you may be struggling with importing your pharmaceutical products into the US. \nThe FDA (Food & Drug Administration) is an agency with rigorous rules & regulations that acts as a protective wall around North America\, and only allows products to pass that have checked every single box on their long lists. \nJoin our webinar to learn: \n\nAbout the FDA\, their purpose and processes\nThe important steps of meeting FDA regulations\nWhat to do if your product is put on an “FDA hold”\n\nOur speakers will unravel the way towards FDA clearance and give you the best tips & tricks for succeeding with your US imports.  \nPlease click here to register your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/avoiding-fda-holds/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
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SUMMARY:Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to announce we’ll be joining over 500 exhibitors with a presence at MACH24\, as part of the Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024\, co-located in Hall 6 of the NEC. Attendees will also have the chance to hear from InterAct Co-director\, Professor Jan Godsell\, as she discusses all things InterAct. \nInterAct will be based on a stand located at 6-681 on the show floorplan\, by the Seminar Theatre. We’ll be engaging with businesses from across the manufacturing sector\, sharing the latest insights and outputs from the wide range of projects we’ve funded. \nAs part of our participation\, Professor Jan Godsell will be delivering a talk entitled ‘From Human Insight to Human Action – InterAct and the Future of Manufacturing’. Taking place as part of the seminar programme on the Seminar Theatre stage from 14:00 – 14:30\, Tuesday 16th April. This talk will provide an overview of our full programme of research. Professor Godsell will be highlighting some of the key themes of our work and showcasing how our insights can support sustainability\, resilience\, productivity\, and wellbeing. \nTo register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/engineering-supply-chain-show-2024/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240416T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T145157Z
UID:29240-1713254400-1713261600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Partners and Pastries - Business Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join TBAT Innovation and Medilink Midlands for the Partners and Pastries Breakfast Networking Event.\nThe event will take place at Charnwood Campus in Loughborough on Tuesday 16th April\, from 8am.\nAttendees can expect: \n\nSpeed networking: Engage with a diverse group of professionals in a relaxed setting\nBreakfast refreshments\nIntroduction by Sam Stephens\, Founding Director\, TBAT Innovation\nBrief overview of Medilink Midlands by Jo Bekis\, Head of Partnerships\, Medilink Midlands\n90-second pitch opportunities from TBAT partners\n\nPlease note: Partners are invited to take a 90-second pitch slot – selected Partners will be advised prior to the event. If you are interested in pitching\, please email jor@tbat.co.uk. \nAttendance is free of charge\, but registration is essential. Please register using code MM15 (limited to one place per organisation).\nClick to book your place.\n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/partners-and-pastries-business-networking-event/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus  Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, Charnwood Campus Loughborough\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240422T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240415T145558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T190335Z
UID:29643-1713805200-1713812400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: City of Mentor Networking
DESCRIPTION:The City of Mentor\, a manufacturing\, professional\, and retail economic hub located just outside Cleveland\, Ohio\, USA that is Ohio’s 5th largest manufacturing center and 6th largest retail center can be your company’s gateway to the US market. \nWith their connections with numerous entities in the United States\, particularly in healthcare\, aerospace\, and precision manufacturing\, the City of Mentor’s concierge-based approach can provide many benefits for small to medium sized firms looking to explore connections and investment opportunities in the North American market. \nThe Greater Birmingham Transatlantic Chambers of Commerce and City of Mentor invite you to join them at an exclusive Business Reception at The Alchemist\, Birmingham. \nJoin us for the opportunity to meet with key contacts as part of this delegation that have travelled to the UK to explore business partnerships. \nSchedule \n\n5:00pm: Guest Arrival/Networking\n5:45pm:Welcome from GBTCC/City of Mentor\n6:00pm: Networking\n7:00pm: Event close\n\nRefreshments and canapes will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nSome of our international members will be at this event and you can join us to celebrate our fantastic international partnerships. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with your fellow transatlantic members! \n\n\nBooking\nMember Price: Free\nFuture Faces Members: £15\nNon-Member Price: £50 \nBook Here\n\nEvent sponsorship available for just £250+VAT
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/city-of-mentor-networking/
LOCATION:The Alchemist\, Colmore Row\, Birmingham\, B3 2DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20231120T192506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T081552Z
UID:27810-1713830400-1714003199@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN PERSON: Making Pharmaceuticals 2024
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s leading free-to-attend Pharmaceutical Exhibition and Conference takes place in person at the Coventry Building Society Area. This annual event brings together expert speakers\, leading suppliers and hundreds of industry professionals from across the whole supply chain\, for two days of new thinking\, new products and new connections. \nKey event features include: \n– 7 conference streams dedicated to GMP and GDP\n– 90+ speakers\n– 100+ Exhibitors with products and services to support your business from discovery to distribution\n– 3 networking zones\n– Awards dinner\n– Free parking and breakfast when you arrive before 10am \nFor more information on attending or exhibiting\, visit www.makingpharma.com
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-making-pharmaceuticals/
LOCATION:Coventry Building Society Arena\, Judds Lane\, Coventry\, CV6 6GE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240415T191635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T191751Z
UID:29661-1714055400-1714059000@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: How a LIMS Supports Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Concerned about your lab data security? Interactive Software are delighted to be hosting a free\, live webinar on Thursday 25th April from 2.30pm – 3.30pm for Laboratory Managers and professionals who would like to understand more about how a LIMS can support cybersecurity. \nThe agenda will include: \nTraining and Awareness\nProtecting User Accounts\nRegular Software Updates and Patch Management\nAccess Control and Privilege Management\nNetwork Security Measures\nBackup and Disaster Recovery Planning\nData Encryption\nContinuous Monitoring and Threat Detection\nVendor and Third-Party Risk Management \nWe will guide you through how a centralised\, secure laboratory information management system that uses modern data encryption methods\, authentication protocols and technology can protect your valuable data while still providing connectivity with your other systems to give scientists what they need to carry out their research and testing activities. \nFor more information and to register your interest\, please visit: https://loom.ly/_dcthJ8
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/how-a-lims-supports-cybersecurity/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240223T103119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T162907Z
UID:29054-1716382800-1716395400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Product Development & Protection Workshop - Design and protect your innovation
DESCRIPTION:This free-to-attend workshop\, which will run as part of the Innovation Challenge\, is designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know to fund your business growth. Discussion around problems and challenges with opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of product design and protection barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace. \nThis event is one of four interactive workshops\, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate\, grow and succeed.  All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend\, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge.  If you would like to find out more about the application process\,  please click here. \nThis informative and interactive Product Development & Protection workshop sponsored by Forresters IP will consist of short presentations\, Q&A’s\, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/product-development-protection-workshop-design-and-protect-your-innovation/
LOCATION:TBC\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240604T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240228T200726Z
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UID:29106-1717506000-1717520400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Global Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in International Trade?\nOr looking at opportunities for your business? Start building business relationships and grow your network at the Global Business Conference. \nJoin Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce for their Global Business Conference to discuss new international opportunities for businesses. Looking at the current state for trade in the UK\, a global economic analysis and specialist panel discussions around key markets. The event will also include networking opportunities throughout the day. \nAgenda\n1:00pm: Arrivals and networking\n1:45pm: Welcome and introduction\, Henrietta Brealey\, CEO\, GBCC\n1:50pm: Ones to watch – Global Trade 2024 and beyond – what is the outlook for international trade for the West Midlands\n2:20pm: Going Global – Peer advice and insights on entering new markets\, expert insight on key markets and global opportunities\n2:40pm: Doing business with the USA – Bilateral trade and investment opportunities\, what next?\n3:20pm: Keynote TBC\n3:50pm: Internationalising Innovation – Innovation ecosystem in West Midlands\n4:20pm: Trading With – New and emerging markets for the region\, key policy developments\n4:50pm: Summary\n5:00pm: Close \nClick here to find out more and to register.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/greater-birmingham-chamber-of-commerce-global-business-conference/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240626T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240223T162749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T162749Z
UID:29059-1719406800-1719419400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Commercialisation Workshop – All you need to know to fund your business growth
DESCRIPTION:This free-to-attend online workshop\, which will run as part of the Innovation Challenge\, is designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know in order to fund your business growth. There will be discussion around problems\, challenges and opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of funding barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace. \nThis event is one of four interactive workshops\, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate\, grow and succeed.  All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend\, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge. If you would like to find out more about the application process\, please click here. \nThis informative and interactive Commercialisation workshop will consist of short presentations\, Q&A’s\, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/commercialisation-workshop-all-you-need-to-know-to-fund-your-business-growth/
LOCATION:TBC\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240731T131226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T093758Z
UID:31644-1725408000-1725580799@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:MTRC's Third Annual Research Conference
DESCRIPTION:Medilink Midlands are proud to be exhibiting at this exciting research conference coming up in September!\nTo register your free place\, and view the full schedule for the two-day event\, please click here.\nThe conference will take place across two days – 4 and 5 September 2024 – at Hughes Hall\, Cambridge. \nThis multidisciplinary conference brings active international leading researchers together\, focusing on a range of translational and cutting-edge technologies applied to problems in the biomedical domain. \nDelegates can expect a full programme of talks (PDF) from established researchers\, including keynotes from Prof Yonghong Peng (ARU) and Prof Bhaskar Dasgupta (Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust)\, as well as poster presentations from researchers at all stages in their careers\, and stalls from exhibitors. \nThis conference will bring together groups from across ARU and across the medical technology sector and provide a valuable opportunity for networking and exchange of ideas. \nCambridge Enterprise Ltd will be running a Commercialisation 101 workshop in parallel with the conference in the afternoon of Thursday 5 September. If you plan to attend both events\, please register for each separately. \nContact MTRC@aru.ac.uk for more information.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mtrcs-third-annual-research-conference/
LOCATION:Hughes Hall Guest Rooms\, Wollaston Road\, Cambridge\, CB1 2EL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240914
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240814T083543Z
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UID:31899-1725840000-1726271999@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Cambridge Tech Week 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n \nCambridge Tech Week brings together world-leading experts\, innovators and investors to fuel growth across the tech ecosystem\, establishing Cambridge as a key place where global tech comes to meet.\n\nAttracting entrepreneurs\, founders\, corporate leaders\, investors\, government\, academia\, media and international peers\, Cambridge Tech Week offers an unmissable opportunity to share insights and explore future collaborations. \nThis dynamic event serves as an epicenter for showcasing the latest knowledge and cutting-edge technology\, positioning Cambridge\, the East of England and the UK in the world tech spotlight. \nCambridge Tech Week is a great opportunity not to be missed! To register your interest for any of the many exciting events held during Cambridge Tech Week 2024\, please click here.\nTo receive a special Medilink Midlands 15% discounted rate\, please email events@medilinkmidlands.com \nFurther information\, including sponsorship opportunities\, can be found here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/cambridge-tech-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240822T132018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T132533Z
UID:32068-1726146000-1726151400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Navigating the Red Tape - Discussing Regulatory updates for MedTech in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Are you a MedTech manufacturer looking to stay ahead in the UK market? \nJoin this exclusive webinar\, hosted by GRS and Med-Di-Dia\, to gain expert insights and practical\, actionable guidance on the evolving regulatory landscape. Whether you’re focused on medical devices\, digital health or in vitro diagnostics\, this session will equip you with the knowledge to ensure compliance and market success. \nWhy Attend?\n\nUnlock Key Insights: Get a detailed overview of the latest UK medical device regulations and the buzz around CE and UKCA marking.\nStay Ahead with the Latest Amendments: Stay updated on the progress and development of UK MDR 2002 and understand how they impact your business\, ensuring you’re always ahead of the curve.\nMarket Access Simplified: Learn about market access requirements for Great Britain and Northern Ireland\, including crucial registration and representation obligations.\nFuture-Proof Your Business: Explore the future of UK MedTech regulations with a roadmap of upcoming legislative milestones and international recognition routes.\nEmbrace Digital Health: Discover evidence requirements for NHS acceptance of Digital Health Technologies.\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nMedTech manufacturers\nRegulatory affairs professionals\nCompliance officers\nQuality assurance managers\nProduct development teams\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the dynamic UK MedTech market. Secure your spot today and ensure your products remain compliant and competitive. \nTo register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/navigating-the-red-tape-discussing-regulatory-updates-for-medtech-in-the-uk/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Regulatory Services (GRS)":MAILTO:GRS@globalregulatoryservices.com
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UID:32150-1726662600-1726667400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:NIHR i4i FAST Awards Briefing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) Programme is launching another round of the FAST scheme – Funding At the Speed of Translation. This online briefing webinar will provide an opportunity to find out more about the competition\, hear from the i4i Programme Director\, and how i4i FAST can support innovators. \nAgenda \n12:30 – 12:35  Welcome\n12:35 – 12:45  A FASTer way to accelerate innovation\n12:45 – 12:55  Setting the stage: acquired brain injury\n12:55 – 13:05  i4i FAST call: The details\n13:05 – 13:15  Past i4i FAST award holder\n13:15 – 13:45  Q&A session\n13:45 – 13:50  Closing remarks \nThe theme for FAST Call 4 is development of innovative healthcare technologies for acquired brain injury. FAST will open to applications from 18 September 2024\, and the deadline for submissions will be 23 October 2024. The available budget is approximately £1.5m. FAST is aimed at innovators in need of a small amount of funding to answer a specific question or to fund a single piece of activity to advance healthcare technologies and interventions for increased patient benefit. Awards are designed to address an evidence gap and innovations must have demonstrated experimental proof of concept as a minimum. For more information\, please see the i4i FAST applicant guidance. \nKey features of FAST: \n\nRapid turnaround\, approximately 6 to 8 weeks from submission to decision.\nSimple application (3 questions and short word limit).\nBetween £50k to £100k of funding over 6 to 12 months.\nProjects must start by 01 February 2025.\n\n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/nihr-i4i-fast-awards-briefing-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
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UID:32198-1726576200-1726576200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: HDR UK Midlands Data Grand Round
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join HDR UK Midlands for the monthly data science meeting\, HDR UK Midlands Data Grand Round. \nThis engaging and insightful monthly webinar series is designed for professionals at all levels. Each session brings together leaders\, educators\, researchers\, and experts from various health data fields to share cutting-edge initiatives and foster collaboration. Data Grand Rounds are held online (via Teams) every month during lunchtime\, with each session featuring a focused topic of wide-reaching relevance. \nThe science presentation will be\, “Activity and Evaluation Analysis for Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams in Birmingham and Solihull” presented by John O’Neill\, Business Insight Lead (Mental Health)\, Business Intelligence at NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB\, NHS Midlands and Lancashire CSU. Following the presentation\, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in an interactive Q&A and discussion. \nTo find out more and register your interest\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/hdr-uk-midlands-data-grand-round/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240723T104857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T104857Z
UID:31528-1727344800-1727348400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Navigating the latest updates for R&D Tax Credits
DESCRIPTION:Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our expert Ian Davie\, Senior Consultant\, where he will delve into the dynamic landscape of R&D Tax Credits.\nIn this free 1-hour webinar\, you will discover the latest updates\, key strategies \, and expert insights to maximise your returns. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field\, this session promises invaluable guidance to navigate the complexities of R&D tax incentives effectively. \nDuring the webinar\, Ian will discuss: \n\nLatest legislation changes for R&D Tax Credits\nCompliance checks with HMRC\nWhat to consider when making a claim\n\nThere will be a Q&A session during the webinar\, as well as an opportunity to book a free 1-2-1 discussion post-event. \nPlease click here to register your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-promotion-navigating-the-latest-updates-for-rd-tax-credits/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240925T111151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T111151Z
UID:32674-1728471600-1728476100@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:NIHR i4i FAST Awards Live Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) Programme is launching Call 4 of the FAST (Funding At the Speed of Translation) funding scheme. FAST is aimed at innovators in need of a small amount of funding to answer a specific question or to fund a single piece of activity to advance healthcare technologies and interventions for increased patient benefit. Awards are designed to address an evidence gap and innovations must have demonstrated experimental proof of concept as a minimum. \nKey features of FAST Call 4 \n\nSimple application process\, fast response\nDevelopment of innovative healthcare technologies for acquired brain injury (ABI)\, including the prevention\, diagnosis and management of ABI as well as recovery from ABI\nFunding a single activity to address an evidence gap\nApplications between £50k and £100k over 6 to 12 months\n\nThe event will provide an opportunity to ask questions on eligibility\, remit\, the application process\, finance queries\, contracts or IP. If you have any doubts if your proposal is within remit or would like advice about preparing your application\, please come along and seek some clarification. \nTo book your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/nihr-i4i-fast-awards-live-qa-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241009T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240910T151524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T152607Z
UID:32472-1728478800-1728496800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: MTIF and Catapult Cell and Gene Therapy
DESCRIPTION:  \nNTU and MTIF invite you to attend our interactive event\, a collaboration between Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) and Catapult CGT at Nottingham Trent University. Learn how MTIF and CGT Catapult use their capabilities and assets to advance the cell and gene therapy sector. Discover how we can provide you with the expertise and resources to develop your own clinically and commercially viable ATMP. \nMTIF and CGT Catapult use their capabilities and assets to advance the cell and gene therapy sector. Discover how we can provide you with the expertise and resources to develop your own clinically and commercially viable ATMP. This event will be delivered by experts from across the Cell and Gene Therapy Industry as they discuss a range of topics including: \n\nTranslational non-clinical considerations for the development of an ATMP\nCell and Gene Therapy Process Development\nCAR-T Therapy Innovations and the Impact on Patients\nExploration of Cell Therapy\nApplications in Musculoskeletal Conditions\nATMP Manufacturing Challenges in Academic Settings\n\nWe encourage academics\, clinicians and researchers from industry to attend this free event. You will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from MTIF\, Catapult CGT\, as well as other stakeholders from the Cell and Gene Therapy industry. \n\n\nIf you are interested in attending this exclusive event\, please complete the Expression of Interest Form.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mtif-and-catapult-cell-and-gene-therapy-event/
LOCATION:Nottingham Trent University\, Clifton Campus\, Clifton Lane\, Nottingham\, NG11 8NS
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="MTIF":MAILTO:MTIF@ntu.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240918T135115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T135115Z
UID:32539-1729071000-1729087200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Growing your life sciences business in the US and China
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic threw the life sciences industry into the spotlight\, with the UK emerging as a life sciences superpower. In fact\, UK life science exports were worth £24.2 billion in 2021. From aging populations to aging equipment and infrastructure\, global markets are calling out for innovative technologies to solve their challenges. No more so than the two largest life sciences markets – the US and China. Between them\, they accounted for almost $500 billion worth of medical imports in 2022. And your business could be the answer. But how can you break into these high growth markets? \nSantander are hosting an exclusive face-to-face seminar which aims to give you invaluable insights and strategies to effectively navigate and thrive in the two largest healthcare markets in the world. \nJoin them to: \n\nDiscover the market opportunities for your business.\nGet tips for navigating the regulatory landscape in both markets.\nExplore new partnership opportunities within each market.\n\nWhy the US? \nAs the largest healthcare market in the world\, the U.S. healthcare sector’s profit pools are expected to jump from $583 billion in 2022 to $819 billion by 2027. \nKey growth areas include: \n\nMedicare advantage.\nOutpatient care settings.\nHealthcare services and technology (HST).\nSpecialty pharmacy.\n\nWhy China? \nChina is the 2nd largest healthcare market in the world and is expected to triple in size by 2030. \nDespite advancements in the provision of healthcare\, China has a long way to meet the wide range of challenges it faces\, including: \n\nAn ageing population.\nRegional and urban/rural disparities.\nMedical equipment upgrades.\nThe diagnosis/treatment/prevention of illnesses and diseases.\n\nWho is this seminar for? \nCompanies across the life science sector with innovative products and existing or potential ambitions to grow their business internationally\, specifically in the US and/or China. \nThis includes: \n\nAdvanced medical devices and technologies.\nDigital health solutions.\nBiotech.\nPharmaceuticals.\n\nPlease note: \nThe seminar is free-of-charge to attend but subject to confirmation from the event organisers due to limited capacity. \nThe seminar will cover: \n\nGlobal Growth for Life Sciences & Insights from Industry Leaders.\nAccelerating Global Growth Strategies with Santander Navigator.\nSeizing Opportunities in the US & China.\nNavigating Key Barriers to Growth in the US & China.\n\nYou will also have the opportunity to take part in an interactive Q&A and networking. To register\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/growing-your-life-sciences-business-in-the-us-and-china/
LOCATION:Santander\, The Bradfield Centre\, 184 Cambridge Science Park Rd\, Milton\, Cambridge\, CB4 0GA
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241026
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UID:31895-1729468800-1729900799@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Birmingham Tech Week 2024
DESCRIPTION:Birmingham Tech Week is a festival of digital\, technology and innovation in the West Midlands.\n\n\nAttended by over 7\,500 people\, Birmingham Tech Week is the UK’s largest regional tech conference and a great opportunity to learn more from renowned keynote speakers. Events will be taking place across the entire West Midlands\, and online\, covering a variety of important and innovative topics. \n\nEvents will run from Monday – Friday\, with an inspiring grand finale of the Evolution Drone Light Show on Saturday. A full breakdown of the main events can be found here. \n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with other professionals\, not to be missed! To find out more\, and book your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/birmingham-tech-week-2024/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20240902T154123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T154123Z
UID:32194-1730973600-1730977200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Unlocking Funding Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Join TBAT Innovation for this insightful webinar with our expert Esther Lawrence\, Head of Business Development (Grants) where we’ll look at the funding available for UK businesses\, and how to utilise the schemes such as Innovate UK Grant Funding. \nInnovation is inherently risky\, making UK Government funding and assistance a key part of de-risking a new project. \nSchemes such as Innovate UK Grant Funding are designed to support and accelerate the research and development your business undertakes. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nCurrent Grant Funding Opportunities & changes to the landscape post-election\nHow to apply for Funding\nEligibility\nTop Tips\n\nThere will be a Q&A session during the webinar\, as well as an opportunity to book a free 1-2-1 discussion post-event with Esther. \nRegister here: https://tbat.co.uk/events/webinar-unlocking-funding-opportunities/
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/unlocking-funding-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20241009T134449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T110500Z
UID:33040-1733216400-1733245200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: WMHTIA International Assembly - Exhibition\, Conference & Brokerage Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the WMHTIA International Assembly – a flagship conference\, exhibition and networking event uniting key healthcare innovation ecosystem players\, including leading-edge businesses\, innovators\, funders\, researchers\, health sector representatives\, suppliers\, and sector specialists from the West Midlands\, the UK and beyond. \nDelivered in collaboration with the WMHTIA consortium\, Innovate UK and supported by the Department for Business & Trade. \n​​Register to:  \n​​​​Gain insights from experts and network with leading industrial and research players in the field \n\n​​Collaborate with like-minded innovators from the UK and beyond\n​​Extend your global networks and identify partners for international research and innovation projects\n​​Connect to global DBT and Innovate UK initiatives including Global Innovation & Incubation Programmes.\n​​Develop opportunities for investment as well as funding for international collaborative projects through programmes such as Horizon Europe\, EUREKA and the European Innovation Council (EIC).\n\nAgenda\n​​High-level plenary session\nHear about the flagship West Midlands WMHTIA and its achievements alongside insights from leading experts on the latest market and technology trends in health tech. \nHealth Tech brokerage event led by Innovate UK Business Growth \n​​Take advantage of an exclusive opportunity to set up one-to-one meetings with likeminded innovators\, market players and industry experts from across Europe and beyond. \nWorkshops\n​​The WMHTIA prides itself on uniting the region’s key players under one cohesive programme. \n​​To demonstrate the services and breadth of expertise our partners can provide\, we have developed 9 interactive workshops offering practical guidance on a range of themes connected with health tech and the process of developing and bringing new technologies to market. \n​​​A total 9 workshops will be taking place over the course of two periods\, enabling you to attend 2 different workshops of your choice. Please indicate on the registration form the 2 workshops that you would be interested in attending. This will allow our team to gauge interest and plan accordingly. Expressing your interest in a workshop is not understood as commitment at this stage. \nMedilink Midlands & West Midlands Growth Company will be delivering the ‘Why the West Midlands is the ideal location for your healthcare & life science business’ workshop. \nRegistration\n​​To read more and book your place\, please click here. ​For any enquiries\, please contact wmhtia-events@contacts.bham.ac.uk ​​\nPlease note: Registered event delegates will receive a confirmation email providing a link to register and create a profile on B2match – an intuitive networking tool allowing you to schedule targeted meetings with fellow event registrants. \n​The WMHTIA Is funded by the Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology\, delivered in partnership with Innovate UK and the West Midlands Combined Authority.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/wmhtia-international-assembly-exhibition-conference-brokerage-event/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20241129T114040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T114142Z
UID:33744-1733738400-1733752800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Understanding Tender Documents and Buyer Requirements
DESCRIPTION:The key to a successful tender is fully understanding the tender documents and ensuring your service offer aligns with the buyer’s requirements. This workshop is designed to help small businesses confidently navigate the often complex and detailed requirements set out in tender invitations. By learning how to interpret these documents effectively\, you’ll be equipped to craft bids that effectively address buyer needs and avoid costly mistakes. \nThis hands-on session will walk you through the essential components of tender documents\, teaching you how to break down the Invitation to Tender (ITT)\, understand evaluation criteria\, and identify the critical details that can make or break your application. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nHow to access a grant of up to £8000 to help you win new contracts\nBreaking Down Tender Documents: Understanding the different sections and what they mean for your business.\nKey Terminology and Concepts: Decoding technical jargon and procurement language.\nReading Between the Lines: How to identify hidden expectations and unspoken buyer priorities.\nResponding to Requirements: Ensuring your bid addresses all mandatory criteria and specifications.\nCommon Pitfalls to Avoid: Mistakes that businesses often make when interpreting tender documents.\nClarifications and Questions: How to seek clarifications and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nBusiness owners\, managers\, and anyone involved in writing or managing tender submissions.\nBusinesses that have previously struggled with understanding tender requirements.\nBusinesses looking to understand how to structure their bids to respond effectively to tender documents.\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll have the confidence and skills to interpret tender documents with precision\, ensuring that your bids are fully compliant and compelling to buyers. This essential session will help you avoid common pitfalls and boost your chances of success in competitive tendering. \nVenue and speaker TBC \nThis event is free to attend\, and places are assigned on a first come\, first served basis. Please click here for further information and to register.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/understanding-tender-documents-and-buyer-requirements/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20241119T101130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T150124Z
UID:33537-1736501400-1736524800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Securing Better Health\, Ageing and Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:          \nBy 2040\, nearly one in seven people in the UK is predicted to be aged over 75\, with many living with multiple morbidities.   \nThe Blue Zone Consortium (BZC) is a partnership between Nottingham Trent University\, University of Leicester and Northumbria University Newcastle\, supporting research related to three transversal themes: \n\nMetabolic health\nHealth and ageing across the life course\nTransformative technologies to tackle health inequalities\n\nTheir mission is to support inter-sector collaboration to reduce the gap between health span and lifespan.  \nThe event\nHosted at Clifton Campus\, NTU\, this event will facilitate cross-sectoral networking with the aim of sparking ideas for new collaborations between business and universities to aid the advancement of health and anti-ageing initiatives.  The BZC team will share information on the funding opportunity\, with a potential £15k available through the Blue Zone Consortium Flexible Talent Mobility Account (FTMA). Intended to support projects that contribute to the mobility and development of researchers\, technical professionals across industry\, academia and NHS.   \nAgenda \n09:30-10:00 Arrival – Registration and refreshments \n10:00-10:45 Welcome and Flash Talks – Introduction to the Consortium and outline of the agenda for the day (15 Mins) \nFlash Talks: Part 1\n• Transformative Technologies (5 mins) – David Brown\n• Healthy Ageing Through The Life Course (5 mins) – Paul Ansdell\n• Metabolic Health (5 mins)- Bee K Tan\n• BBSRC Introduction (5 mins)- Aidan Grimsley\n• Industry Network\, Medilink (5 mins)- Victoria Patel\n• Example case study\, MetalloBio (5 mins)- Michael Murray \n10:45-11:30 Insights Exchange Activity \n11:30-11:45 Break \n11:45-12:45 Thematic discussion \n12:45-13:30 Lunch \n13:30-14:30 Guided Tours \n• A: MTIF & Allied Health\n• B: Allied Health & ISTEC\n• C: ISTEC & MTIF Posters to showcase skill sets \n14:30-14:50 Flash Talks Part 2 \n• Nottingham City Council- Dana Sumilo\n• MTIF- Richard Craven/ Robert Reisel \n14:50-15:00 Break \n15:00-15:45 Collaboration and Creation of projects ideas \n15:45-16:00 Closing Remarks: Professor Richard Emes (Pro-Vice Chancellor for Research) Next Steps: Associate Professor Samantha McLean (Director of Blue Zone\, NTU partner) \n16:00 Close \nWhy Attend? \n\nExpand your network: Meet and connect with industry leaders\, innovators\, and fellow professionals to discuss opportunities the consortium has to offer. \nGain insights: Engage in stimulating discussions and gain valuable insights from experts across different fields and get to know the BZC team. \nCollaborate: Discover opportunities for collaboration and partnership.  \nIncrease visibility of the knowledge exchange and industry-facing offerings of the partner institutions. \n\nWho Should Attend? \nOpen to anyone interested in the biotech\, health and wellbeing sector\, specifically technical professionals\, entrepreneurs\, early career researchers with a proof of concept. Plus\, we encourage all those eager to expand their professional network and learn about the consortium’s funding and opportunities to attend. The event and funding application is open to all UK or international individual/institution/organisation.   \nExclusive Medilink Midlands Member Opportunity\nWe have an exclusive member offer for up to ten members to secure a free exhibition space at the event (tabletop\, no electric). If you would like to be part of the exhibition area\, please contact events@medilinkmidlands.com  \nClick here to secure your free place. Bookings close on Tuesday 17th December. Please secure your place before then.\nPlease note: All attendees need to be a Blue Zone consortium member\, which is free to join and just requires a short application form to be completed. You can access the application in the registration process to the event or find the link here. To find out more on the FTMA funding visit https://bluezoneconsortium.ac.uk/2024-ftma-funding/   \nPart of the UKRI ‘Securing better health\, ageing and wellbeing’ vision.  \nCompetition opens March 2025 and will run July 2025. Attend this event to find out more on the competition timeline and application requirements.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/uk-healthy-ageing-innovation-consortium-networking-event/
LOCATION:Nottingham Trent University\, Clifton Campus\, Clifton Lane\, Nottingham\, NG11 8NS
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="UK Healthy Ageing Innovation Consortium":MAILTO:ukhaicenquiries@ntu.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20250103T151810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T151810Z
UID:34473-1737626400-1737640800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Shaping the Future – Smart Solutions for Better Care
DESCRIPTION:      \nMole Valley Life in partnership with UKTelehealthcare and 2iC-Care will be hosting their first LIVE TECS event of 2025. The event will include: \n\n\n\n\n\nOver 30 Suppliers showcasing the latest technology\nUpdates from Mole Valley Life on their latest projects\nOpportunities to network with other delegates and suppliers\n\nPlease click here to register your FREE place. Further details will become available in due course.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/shaping-the-future-smart-solutions-for-better-care/
LOCATION:Dorking Halls\, Reigate Road\, Dorking\, RH4 1SG
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250128T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250128T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T093440
CREATED:20250113T132433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T132516Z
UID:34637-1738069200-1738080000@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:ONLINE EVENT: Failure Parade: why and how we learn more when things don’t go as planned
DESCRIPTION:   \n\n\n\n\nJoin HDRUK for their upcoming webinar in partnership with The Strategy Unit (NHS) & Midlands Analyst Network\, and supported by MI Health. \nHighlights include: \n\nEmbracing Failure: Learn why sharing failures is as valuable as celebrating success.\nFrom Mistakes to Mastery: Discover how failure drives improvement and prevents future missteps.\nReframing the Narrative: See how individual failures lead to collective success.\nSharing to Inspire: Celebrate those brave enough to share their lessons from failure.\nActionable Takeaways: Practical tips to turn failures into opportunities for growth.\n\nWith over 100 people signed up so far\, this is a great opportunity and not to be missed! \nTo find out more\, and register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/failure-parade-why-and-how-we-learn-more-when-things-dont-go-as-planned/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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