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SUMMARY:Spark Boot Camp - BioCity Accelerator Programme
DESCRIPTION:If you have a business or business idea you wish to develop and are interested in finding out more about how the BioCity Accelerator Programme can help\, then this popular SPARK Boot Camp is the perfect place to start. \nThe SPARK events allow you to assess whether the Accelerator Programme will be right for you. They are free to attend and designed to bring together technologists\, entrepreneurs and professionals to explore the commercial viability of tackling specific healthcare challenges. \nAn intense two and a half day programme\, suitable for anyone wishing to learn the tools and techniques to explore their own life science start-up business idea\, or to stress test their current company product\, services\, and business model. \nThe SPARK events will give you a new and powerful way of thinking about the commercial viability of any business idea. This will prepare you for any future commercialisation\, technology translation or start-up activity. \n  \nIt is important that participants attend all elements of the boot camp\, dates and times are as follows: \nMonday 12th March: 1pm – 5pm\nTuesday 13th March: 9am – 5pm\nWednesday 14th March: 9am-5pm \n  \nTo register your place\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/spark-boot-camp-biocity-accelerator-programme/
LOCATION:MediCity Nottingham\, D6 Building West\, Thane Road\, Nottingham\, NG90 6BH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:VR Expo: Medical Day
DESCRIPTION:Advances in technology are continually shaping the future of medical treatment; but could devices utilising virtual reality (VR)\, which were once considered the realm of gamers\, be the next frontier for physical rehabilitation? Immersive technologies are phenomenal\, especially due to what can be done with it as a platform for putting people in a state where they want to play. If you put someone in virtual reality with everything that reminds them of the things that they love to do\, they’re essentially just going to give themselves therapy. Medical Day at the VR Expo will be an exciting full-day conference\, see programme details below. \n10:00 \nThe Future of immersive technology in medical and healthcare  \nPhil Breedon Professor  School of Architecture Design and the Built Environment (Chair VRexpo Medical Day) \nWorkshop VR & Research \n10:30 \nIs Clinical Virtual Reality Ready for Primetime?  \nSkip Rizzo Professor of Associate Director for Medical Virtual Reality\, USC Institute for Creative Technologies Research Professor\, USC Davis School of Gerontology and USC Keck School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences \nWorkshop VR & Exposure Therapy \n12:00 \nNetworking Break & Explore the Expo  \n12:20 \nVirtual Reality and Dementia: How do Virtual Reality and Gamification help us to understand Dementia?  \nProfessor Michael Hornberger\, Head of Department of Medicine and Professor of Applied Dementia Research at the Norwich Medical School\, Director of Aging Research in the Norfolk & Suffolk Mental Health trust. \nWorkshop VR & Dementia \n13:30 \nLunch & Networking \n14:30 \nImmersive Learning – future ways of Medical training \nAndre Chow MD Co-Founder of Touch Surgery. Touch Surgery platform is an interactive surgical simulator for healthcare professionals; providing a realistic and detailed guide to every step of a procedure. \n15:30 \nBeyond the pill – How Pharma is harnessing the power of VR to make lasting impressions with healthcare providers and patients \nChimeren Peerbhai is an award-winning product director\, who thrives on developing best-in-class products incorporating AR/VR\, machine learning\, and wearable technology. She has also developed the first eLearning course on how to integrate wearable technologies into your product and marketing strategies\, available on Udemy. \n16:30 \nEnd of the Panel  \n  \nTo find out more about this event or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/vr-expo-medical-day/
LOCATION:Mercure Hotel Nottingham\, 2 George Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 3BP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180309T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180309T153000
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SUMMARY:GDPR for SMEs: Are you ready?
DESCRIPTION:Nottingham Trent University’s Legal Advice Centre invites local small and medium organisations from the D2N2 area (Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire) to get involved this Enabling Innovation event exploring GDPR. \nThe Legal Advice centre will be joined by experts from Mills & Reeve. \nTopics Include: \n• An overview of data protection legislation and anticipated trends related to the GDPR\n• Key concepts\n• Case studies: Reinforcing key concepts to look at what is and isn’t covered by the GDPR\n• Data Protection Officers\n• Outlining the six key principles that must be adhered to to comply with the GDPR\n• Looking at appropriate technical and organisational measures for SMEs and sole traders to implement\n• Explaining restrictions on sending marketing emails/SMS messages and on making marketing calls \nDelegates will also have the opportunity to sign up to a 1-to-1 session with our experts from 3:30 pm. If you would like to book your slot before the event\, please contact Carlota Gonzalez Laynez. \nSpeakers: Paul Knight and Helen Tringham\, Principal Associates – Mills & Reeve \nPaul heads up the team of Commercial\, IP and IT lawyers based in Mills & Reeve’s Manchester office. He is the primary contact at Mills & Reeve for a number of clients\, including the Information Commissioner’s Office. \nHelen has significant experience in advising clients in relation to data protection matters and preparation for the GDPR\, having carried out information audits for a number of clients in recent months. Helen has also helped clients deal with data breaches and individuals exercising their rights under existing data protection legislation. \nLunch and refreshments will be provided. \nThis informative session is a great opportunity for SMEs to discover more about how NTU can help their business with legal and innovation support. The event is free to attend for all businesses eligible to the Enabling Innovation programme and refreshments will be provided. \nProgramme \n8:45      Registration and breakfast \n9:00      Welcome\, introduction to NLS Legal Advice Centre and Enabling Innovation \n9:10       Key concepts – case studies\, data protection officers and principles \n10:30     Coffee Break and networking \n11:00      Processing personal data – consent\, retention and security \n12:30      Lunch \n13:00      Data sharing – accountability\, privacy notices and breach management \n14:20      Overview on individuals’ rights\, employability context and marketing \n15:20       Action plan \n15:30       1-to-1 sessions \nThis event is free to attend\, but attendees must register in advance. In order to attend this event you must be eligible for support from the Enabling Innovation Programme\, which supports SMEs in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. \nFor further information or to register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/gdpr-for-smes-are-you-ready/
LOCATION:Park Plaza Nottingham\, Nottingham\, NG1 6GD\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Carlota Gonzalez Laynez":MAILTO:carlota.gonzalezlaynez@ntu.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180308T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180308T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
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SUMMARY:Challenges and Heartaches of Clinical Trials
DESCRIPTION:Join Medilink East Midlands and industry expert Alex Toft\, as they give you an insight into Clinical Trials\, scientific advice and the challenges that you may come up against. This workshop will help you to overcome these challenges\, so come along with any questions you may have. \nCovered topics will include:  \n• A brief overview of the various phases of clinical trials\n• Scientific advice and the different approaches of the FDA and EMA – mitigating strategies\n• The pitfalls and challenges with your hospital selections and appointments here and overseas\n• The curved balls from your toxicological programme and the challenges\n• Making sure you are CMC ready to support your trials\n• Anecdotal ethical committee challenge in overseas markets\n• Your CRO – friend or foe \nThere will be time for a Q&A session at the end of the Workshop. \nSpeaker Profile: Alex Toft\, Business Growth Advisor\, University of Warwick Science Park \nHaving spent his initial career with Unilever\, ICI and INEOS in commercial roles and through a process of serendipity he invented not one drug but a series which led to the foundation of a biotech\, INEOS Healthcare. As the founder he grew the business from 3 people to a multinational biotech and at its peak running clinical trials across 23 countries in 250 hospitals. He is not only well versed in clinical trials but all the other surrounding challenges associated with drug development\, including developing IP\, identifying your Key Opinion Leaders and marketing a drug. He is published in several academic journey and is a key inventor in 10 patents \nHe was awarded the Pott’s Medal in 2014 by The University of Liverpool for his contribution to science and held a Senior Honorary Lectureship post in Clinical Medicine. He has also worked for the NHS and is responsible for launching the first national children’s air ambulance. His current role is heading up the largest Angel network outside of London – Minerva. \nEvent Fees \nMedilink member cost: £10\nNon-member cost: £25 \nTo register your place for this event\, please click here. If you have you any queries or would like more information\, please contact Vanessa Bailey.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/challenges-and-heartaches-of-clinical-trials/
LOCATION:Millenium Point\, Curzon Street\, Birmingham\, B4 7XG\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa Bailey":MAILTO:vanessab@medilinkwm.co.uk
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SUMMARY:MPD Training Course- Medical Devices: Clinical Evaluations\, Pre and Post-Clinical Studies
DESCRIPTION:This one day training course by Medilink East Midlands together with Victoria Cavendish of Orca Solutions Ltd will focus on Medical Devices: Clinical Evaluations\, Pre and Post-Clinical Studies. \nDelegates will gain an insight into the new Medical Device Regulation and Medical Device Development with a particular focus on Clinical Evaluation\, Clinical Investigation and Post Market Surveillance. There will be the opportunity for questions & discussion as well as networking. \n\nIn one day you will: \n– Get up to speed with the latest Medical Device Regulation* including ISO14155\n– Gain an understanding of the process & required documentation for Clinical Investigations\n– Understand Post Market Surveillance including PMCF and Risk Management \n*We will be holding a training course the day before this course entitled: European Medical Device Directive (MDD) Basics and Transition to the Medical Device Regulation (MDR).  Both courses are complementary to one another and are taking place at the same venue and discounts are available should you or another colleague wish to attend both courses (see information below on the discounts). \n\n \n\nTo view the programme and further information (including target audience\, learning outcomes and speaker profile) click on the Event Brochure link below. \nMember cost: £ 200 \n\nNon-Member cost: £ 300 \n  \nDiscounts available:\nIf you would like to attend both MPD Training Courses (7 & 8 March 18)\, or attend one yourself and send a colleague to the other\, you will save a further 20% on the delegate fee\, if you have any queries please get in touch.\n\nAll prices are excluding VAT \nOnce we receive your booking form\, you will be sent a confirmation email and an invoice. \nEvent Documents: \nEvent Brochure\nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-clinical-evaluations-pre-and-post-clinical-studies/
LOCATION:MeetPoint Midlands\, Conference Centre\, 28 High Street\, Kegworth\, Derbyshire\, DE74 2DA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180308T160000
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SUMMARY:Digital Growth Conference 18: explore the future
DESCRIPTION:Delivered in partnership with Better Broadband for Nottinghamshire\, this fully-funded Conference will help businesses across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire make the most of the very latest digital technologies. \nConference Agenda \n08:30 – Registration and Networking \n09:30 – Welcome\, Councillor Mrs Kay Cutts MBE\, Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council \n09:45 – The Future of Digital Marketing\, Andrew Grill (Keynote Speaker) \n10:30 – What’s new in Search?\, Ian Lockwood \n11:00 – Break \n11:30 – Accelerating Productivity Through Digital Innovation\, Rob Gregory \n12:00 – Affordable Targeted TV Marketing\, Joada Allen & Kelly Diver (from Sky) \n12:30 – Lunch and Networking \n13:45 – Personalisation and the Rise of the Chatbot\, Paul Ince \n14:15 – Case Study by Thorntons Ferrero\, John Alexander Rowley \n14:45 – What’s New in Social?\, Liam Lally \n15:15 – Better Broadband for Nottinghamshire\, Ceren Clulow (Nottinghamshire County Council) \n15:30 – Panel Discussion  \nTo find out more about this event or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/digital-growth-conference-18-explore-the-future/
LOCATION:Village Hotel Nottingham\, Brailsford Way\, Beeston\, Nottinghamshire\, NG9 6DL\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Rubina Blackwell":MAILTO:Rubina.Blackwell@emc-dnl.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180308T160000
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SUMMARY:Midlands Aerospace Alliance Conference 2018
DESCRIPTION:Stay up to date with the latest trends in aerospace\, and make sure you and your company are doing the right things. \nAt the MAA conference you will find out: \n• how big aerospace companies like Airbus and Rolls-Royce are managing their growth and what this means for smaller manufacturers and the supply chain;\n• what the world’s aerospace industry leaders are privately thinking and what their plans mean for your company;\n• how UK manufacturing is coping with current economic uncertainties\, where aerospace fits in\, and what you should do next;\n• the best ways aerospace suppliers can plan for Brexit;\n• how future technological change will affect today’s aerospace manufacturers – what does “more-electric aircraft propulsion” mean for the gas turbine industry? – what does “additive manufacturing” mean for machinists\, fabricators and special process firms? \nThe Conference Keynote speakers to guide through these matters include: \n• Simon Kirby\, Chief Operating Officer\, Rolls-Royce\n• Andy Moran\, Head of Supplier Development UK\, Aribus\n• Robin Hill\, Head of Electronics\, Rolls-Royce\n• Lee Hopley\, Chief Economist\, EEF\n• Jeegar Kakkad\, Chief Economist and Director of Policy\, ADS\n• Robert Thomson\, Managing Partner\, UK\, Roland Berger\n• David Wimpenny\, Chief Technologist for Component Manufacturing\, The Manufacturing Technology Centre \n  \nCome along to find out what the MAA can do to help your company\, and to network with your peers in the Midlands aerospace industry. \nTo find out more information including delegate fees and how to register\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/midlands-aerospace-alliance-conference-2018/
LOCATION:Rolls Royce Learning and Development Centre\, Derby\, DE24 9JQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T220000
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SUMMARY:Medilink Northern Powerhouse Healthcare Business Awards 2018
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of its 20th year\, the Medilink Healthcare Business Awards will now celebrate success spanning the whole of the Northern Powerhouse. \nIn association with Insider\, this prestigious awards ceremony will see industry\, academia and the NHS come together to toast the achievements of health sector organisations across the North. \nThis year the event moves to Manchester and will take place on 7 March at the Lowry Hotel. Entries are invited from organisations right across the Northern Powerhouse from the towns and cities that are the lifeblood of the sector. \nWinners will be announced in the following categories: \n• Start-up\n• Innovation\n• Export\n• Outstanding Achievement\n• Partnership with the NHS: Primary Care\n• Partnership with the NHS: Acute Care\n• Partnership with the NHS: Digital Healthcare\n• Partnership with Academia\n• Beacon for Outstanding Contribution to Healthcare \n  \nThere will also be an overall winner in the Partnership with the NHS category drawn from the winners in the sub-categories. The winning company here along with the winners in the export\, innovation\, outstanding contribution and start-up awards will all automatically be entered to represent their region in the national Medilink UK Awards to be held on 18 April. \nThe evening is a showcase for the Northern Powerhouse and an industry so vital to the health and wellbeing of the region. It’s a chance to demonstrate the North’s capabilities\, innovation and commercial successes. Join us on the night to gain a competitive edge by making new contacts and raising your profile in the North and further afield. \nFor more information\, and to find out how to book your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-northern-powerhouse-healthcare-business-awards-2018/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T150000
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SUMMARY:ISCF Medicines Manufacturing Round 2 Challenge Fund Competition - Engagement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An engagement event to update companies\, academics & organisations looking to put proposals in the forthcoming Medicines Manufacturing Challenge Fund.\nIn anticipation of a further round of funding under the ISCF Leading Edge Healthcare Challenge\, the KTN is working with Innovate UK on an engagement event to update companies\, academics and organisations looking to put proposals into the forthcoming Medicines Manufacturing Challenge Fund Round 2 call of £10million. \nIn Round 1\, which closed in November 2017\, Innovate UK held a £15m competition to invest in innovation projects in medicines manufacturing to be funded through the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund. Both feasibility and industrial research projects were in scope with a focus on identified technical or commercial challenges. \nJoin Innovate UK and the KTN at this event in York where you will have the opportunity to hear the latest on this as well as pitch for partners and network with others in the sector. Further information on the future scope and details of the call will be available at this event\, and also at a follow on webinar for the official competition launch. \nTo register your free place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/iscf-medicines-manufacturing-round-2-challenge-fund-competition-engagement-workshop/
LOCATION:National Railway Museum\, Leeman Road\, York\, YO26 4XJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180307T163000
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CREATED:20180122T102756Z
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SUMMARY:MPD Training Course: European Medical Device Directive (MDD) Basics and Transition to the Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
DESCRIPTION:This one-day course is designed for those who need to better understand the MDD and want to learn what is important for compliance in the MDR. \nComprehensive slides and information will be supplied on the day alongside a wealth of experience\, insights\, examples and methods. \nIn just one day the course will cover:\n– What is and what is not a medical device\n– Who is involved\n– Insights into guidance and standards\n– What is CE marking and why the ‘Blue Guide’ matters\n– An introduction to the MDR plus key considerations and timelines\n– Understanding the role of economic operators\n– How to classify your device under both MDD and MDR\n– How to choose a regulatory route to market and why a quality system approach is important\n– What is required in technical documentation\n– Labelling insights\n– Brief comments on clinical evaluation* and MDD2MDR planning considerations \n*We will be holding a training course the day after this course entitled: Medical Devices: Clinical Evaluations\, Pre and Post-Clinical Studies. Both courses are complementary to one another and are taking place at the same venue and discounts are available should you or another colleague wish to attend both courses (see information below on the discounts). \n \nTo view the programme and further information (including target audience\, learning outcomes and speaker profile) click on the Event Brochure link below. \nMember cost: £ 200\nNon-Member cost: £ 300 \n  \nDiscounts available:\nIf you would like to attend both MPD Training Courses (7 & 8 March 18)\, or attend one yourself and send a colleague to the other\, you will save a further 20% on the delegate fee\, if you have any queries please get in touch. \nAll prices are excluding VAT \nOnce we receive your booking form\, you will be sent a confirmation email and an invoice. \nEvent Documents: \nEvent Brochure\nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-european-medical-device-directive-mdd-basics-and-transition-to-the-medical-device-regulation/
LOCATION:MeetPoint Midlands\, Conference Centre\, 28 High Street\, Kegworth\, Derbyshire\, DE74 2DA
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180301T074500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
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SUMMARY:Leicester Innovation Week - Delivering the goods: Logistics Focus
DESCRIPTION:Whether your business is a committed innovator\, start-up or dipping your toe in the water\, learn about funding and other help offered by Innovate UK and local support agencies. \nWith a focus on the Logistics Sector\, this free breakfast seminar will provide you with information on local and national innovation support to help you grow and scale your business. \nThis sector has been chosen because of its importance to the local economy and labour market. \nBenefits of attending: \n• To help attendees understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\n• Expert insight into future trends\n• Connect with potential collaborators\n• Access to expert business advisors. The events are aimed at smaller companies who do not usually look to government agencies and universities for support\n• Understand what is required in writing a successful grant application \nProgramme: \n8.30 Welcome and introduction: Julian Bowrey\, Regional Manager\, Innovate UK \n\nWhy innovate?\nFunding and support on offer from Innovate UK\, LLEP and Loughborough University\n\n9.10 Plenary session \nSuccessful innovate local SME \n\nStephen Watson\, Microlise\n\nInnovation in the final mile \n\nGraham Thomas\, Ocado\n\nFuture innovations in logistics \n\nSimon Beechinor\, Transport Systems Catapult\n\nNext generation employment \n\nAlex Farkas\, DWP\n\nWorkforce Innovation \n\nTracey Worth\, Institute of Couriers\n\nPanel Q&A \n10.45 Networking break \n11.00 Choice of workshops \n\nPlanning for growth led by Leicester and Leicestershire Business Gateway\nInnovate to grow led by Enterprise Europe Network\nInnovating through KTP\nDrop in clinics with business support providers\n\n12.15 next steps and close \nTo register your free place\, please click here. \nThis event is taking place as part of Leicestershire’s inaugural Innovation week from 26th February to Friday 3rd March 2018. These free breakfast workshops aim to meet the needs of local businesses and take full advantage of the opportunities highlighted in the Government’s recently published Industrial Strategy by providing key insights  from successful innovators. \nWorkshops will also be held with a focus on: \nTextiles\nFood and Drink
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicester-innovation-week-delivering-the-goods-logistics-focus/
LOCATION:Stanford Hall\, Lutterworth\, LE17 6DH\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
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SUMMARY:Infectious Diseases Special Interest Group (SIG)
DESCRIPTION:The next Infectious Diseases Special Interest Group (SIG) is taking place on Wednesday 28 February in Leicester.  The theme for this SIG is: “Diagnostics: Bad Bugs-No Drugs”. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the SoLSTICE programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nPresentation topics include: \n\n– Molecular diagnostics of multi-drug resistant Urinary Tract pathogens\n– Use of a rapid bacteria specific metabolic assay to determine accurate total bacteria counts in any fluidic sample\n– Diagnostics and the Economics of Developing a New Antibiotic\n– Plus the opportunity to hear from organisations during the collaboration forum presentations\n\nEvent Documents: \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/infectious-diseases-special-interest-group-sig/
LOCATION:Brooksby Hall\, Melton Mowbray\, Leicester\, LE14 2LJ
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T074500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180228T130000
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SUMMARY:Leicester Innovation Week - Food and Drink Focus
DESCRIPTION:Whether your business is a committed innovator\, start-up or dipping your toe in the water\, learn about funding and other help offered by Innovate UK and local support agencies. \nWith a focus on the Food & Drink Sector\, this free breakfast seminar will provide you with information on local and national innovation support to help you grow and scale your business. \nThis sector has been chosen because of its importance to the local economy and labour market. \nBenefits of attending: \n• To help attendees understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\n• Expert insight into future trends\n• Connect with potential collaborators\n• Access to expert business advisors. The events are aimed at smaller companies who do not usually look to government agencies and universities for support\n• Understand what is required in writing a successful grant application \nProgramme: \n8.30 Welcome and introduction: Julian Bowrey\, Regional Manager\, Innovate UK \n\nWhy innovate?\nSupport and funding on offer from Innovate UK\, LLEP and University of Leicester\n\n9.10 Successful innovate local SMEs \n\nRichard Ledger\, Millitec Food Systems\nShahid Sheikh\, Clifton Packaging\n\nFuture Innovations in Food and Drink \n\nIan Wright CBE\, Food and Drink Federation\n\nPanel Q&A \n10.30 Networking break \n11.00 Choice of workshops \n\nPlanning for growth led by Leicester and Leicestershire Business Gateway\nInnovate to grow led by Enterprise Europe Network\nInnovating through KTP\nDrop in clinics with business support providers\n\n12.15 next steps and close \nTo register your free place\, please click here. \nThis event is taking place as part of Leicestershire’s inaugural Innovation week from 26th February to Friday 3rd March 2018. These free breakfast workshops aim to meet the needs of local businesses and take full advantage of the opportunities highlighted in the Government’s recently published Industrial Strategy by providing key insights  from successful innovators. \nWorkshops will also be held with a focus on: \nTextiles \nLogistics \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicester-innovation-week-food-and-drink-focus/
LOCATION:Leicester City Football Club\, Filbert Way\, LE2 7FL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T074500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
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UID:17780-1519717500-1519736400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Leicester Innovation Week - Textiles Focus
DESCRIPTION:Whether your business is a committed innovator\, start-up or dipping your toe in the water\, learn about funding and other help offered by Innovate UK and local support agencies. \nWith a focus on the Textiles Sector\, this breakfast seminar will provide you with information on local and national innovation support to help you grow and scale your business. \nThis sector has been chosen because of its importance to the local economy and labour market. \nBenefits of attending: \n• To help attendees understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\n• Expert insight into future trends\n• Connect with potential collaborators\n• Access to expert business advisors. The events are aimed at smaller companies who do not usually look to government agencies and universities for support\n• Understand what is required in writing a successful grant application \nProgramme: \n8.30 Welcome and introduction: Julian Bowrey\, Regional Manager\, Innovate UK \n\nWhy innovate?\nFunding and support on offer – LLEP\, Innovate UK\, De Montfort University\n\n9.10 Successful innovative local SMEs \n\nMark Shelton\, Shelton Machines\nBryan Dixon\, Microfresh\n\nFuture innovations in textiles – Simon Platts\, Sourcing Director\, ASOS plc \nPanel Q&Q \n10.30 – Networking break \n11.00 Choice of workshops \n\nInnovate for Growth – EEN\nInnovating through KTP\nPlanning for growth – LLEP\nDrop in clinics with business support providers\n\n12.15 Next steps and close \nTo register your free place\, please click here. \nThis event is taking place as part of Leicestershire’s inaugural Innovation week from 26th February to Friday 3rd March 2018. These free breakfast workshops aim to meet the needs of local businesses and take full advantage of the opportunities highlighted in the Government’s recently published Industrial Strategy by providing key insights  from successful innovators. \nWorkshops will also be held with a focus on: \nFood and Drink\nLogistics
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/leicester-innovation-week-textiles-focus/
LOCATION:Leicester City Football Club\, Filbert Way\, LE2 7FL\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180201T161509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180201T161509Z
UID:17775-1519315200-1519329600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Logistics and Supply Chain Week Conference
DESCRIPTION:The University of Derby is hosting its 5th annual Logistics and Supply Chain Week in February 2018. \nAs part of this years’ event\, on the evening of 22nd February\, there will be a conference to explore the theme of “Innovation and technology in modern supply chains”. \nKey-note speakers will review current challenges presented by emerging technology. Confirmed speakers include Robin Proctor\, President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport\, and Martin Elliott\, Solutions Manager at Logistex. The conference will conclude with a Question Time discussion around issues raised and a networking buffet dinner. \nTo find out more about the conference and to book your free place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/logistics-and-supply-chain-week-conference/
LOCATION:University of Derby\, Kedleston Road\, Derby\, DE22 1GB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180122T125750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T125750Z
UID:17772-1519291800-1519311600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Love Business Expo 2018
DESCRIPTION:Love Business Expo 2018 is a business to business networking exhibition with a difference. It brings business and personal development opportunities together. If you are a business owner\, manager or thinking of starting a business – and you need answers\, inspiration or just to see what’s happening in your area – this event is for you. \nA place to make new contacts and create opportunities \nWith thousands of fellow delegates\, you can spend a whole day or pick your time and visit to suit your commitments. The Love Business 2018 event will be even better than previous years.\nIf you have not attended Love Business Expo before\, then you are in for a real treat – because no other business event comes close! \nA place to get inspiration and answers \nThere will be keynote speakers and workshops for you to attend. The range of topics will be wide and varied\, but with one common theme – to provide inspiration and help\, to get you the answers you need.\nThe speakers and workshops will be published as and when they are confirmed and we’ll keep you informed about what’s going on with regular updates through our news and social media feeds. \nA place to find organisations who can help you \nYou will be able to connect with new suppliers and partners or simply catch up with old acquaintances.\nDiscovering ways to solve a business problem – the Love Business Expo is there to help you get the most value from every second you spend at the Expo\, from 9.30am – 3.00pm. \nTo find out more about this event or register your free place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/love-business-expo-2018/
LOCATION:Holywell Park Conference Centre\, Loughborough University\, Science & Enterprise Park\, Loughborough\, LE11 3GR
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180220T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180202T101416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180202T101416Z
UID:17777-1519129800-1519142400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Health Tech Alliance Event
DESCRIPTION:This upcoming Health Tech Alliance event will focus on how companies and AHSNs can better collaborate as well as the AHSNs’ role in the regional uptake of innovation. Attendees will hear about how medtech companies can better collaborate with AHSNs and the future role of AHSNs in implementing the Accelerated Access Review. \nLearn about: \n• the work of the Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs)\n• how industry can better interact with AHSNs to increase the uptake of innovation\n• the AHSNs’ role in implementing the Accelerated Access Review \nSpeakers Include: \nAndy Burroughs\, Wessex Academic Health Science Network\nSteve Feast\, Eastern Academic Health Science Network \nTo find out more\, or register to attend\, please contact secretariat@healthtechalliance.uk \nYou can also find out more on the Health Tech Alliance website. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/health-tech-alliance-event/
LOCATION:Health Tech Alliance\, 69 Wilson Street\, London\, EC2A 2BB
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180214T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180116T144644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Expert: Tour the Med
DESCRIPTION:As part of their extremely popular series of business development visits\, the Department for International Trade  are pleased to announce that six of their overseas trade experts will be in Nottingham on the 13th and 14th of February to host free 1-2-1 meetings for those in the Healthcare\, Biotechnology\, Medtech\, Medical consumables and Pharmaceuticals sector. \nThe 6 countries represented are Spain\, Portugal\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Italy and Israel. If you are interested in exporting your products or services or looking to increase your market share in this region\, then this event is not one to miss. \nClick the links below to see individual DIT adviser bios and a brief market overview.  \nElena Orphanidou Rhodes: DIT Cyprus\, British High Commission\, Nicosia. \nMarina Arvanitaki: DIT Greece\, British Embassy\, Athens. \nJanna Shortt: DIT Israel\, British Embassy\, Tel Aviv. \nAdriano Foti: DIT Italy\, British Consulate General\, Milan. \nCarlos Fernandes: DIT Portugal\, British Embassy\, Lisbon. \nShona Brown: DIT Spain\, British Embassy\, Madrid. \n  \nBook your free 1-2-1 meeting  \nClick here if you are interested in arranging a free 1-2-1 meeting. Please note that these business development meetings have proven to be hugely popular and that places are extremely limited\, so book now to avoid disappointment. \nThis event is also being held on Tuesday 13 February at BioCity\, Nottingham. Please click here for details.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/meet-the-expert-tour-the-med-2/
LOCATION:MediCity Nottingham\, D6 Building West\, Thane Road\, Nottingham\, NG90 6BH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180116T142558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T142558Z
UID:17757-1518512400-1518541200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Expert: Tour the Med
DESCRIPTION:As part of their extremely popular series of business development visits\, the Department for International Trade  are pleased to announce that six of their overseas trade experts will be in Nottingham on the 13th and 14th of February to host free 1-2-1 meetings for those in the Healthcare\, Biotechnology\, Medtech\, Medical consumables and Pharmaceuticals sector. \nThe 6 countries represented are Spain\, Portugal\, Greece\, Cyprus\, Italy and Israel. If you are interested in exporting your products or services or looking to increase your market share in this region\, then this event is not one to miss. \nClick the links below to see individual DIT adviser bios and a brief market overview.  \nElena Orphanidou Rhodes: DIT Cyprus\, British High Commission\, Nicosia. \nMarina Arvanitaki: DIT Greece\, British Embassy\, Athens. \nJanna Shortt: DIT Israel\, British Embassy\, Tel Aviv. \nAdriano Foti: DIT Italy\, British Consulate General\, Milan. \nCarlos Fernandes: DIT Portugal\, British Embassy\, Lisbon. \nShona Brown: DIT Spain\, British Embassy\, Madrid. \n  \nBook your free 1-2-1 meeting  \nClick here if you are interested in arranging a free 1-2-1 meeting. Please note that these business development meetings have proven to be hugely popular and that places are extremely limited\, so book now to avoid disappointment. \nThis event is also being held on Wednesday 14 February at MediCity\, Nottingham. Please click here for details.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/meet-the-expert-tour-the-med/
LOCATION:Discovery Building\, BioCity Nottingham\, Pennyfoot Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 1GF
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180109T104221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T104221Z
UID:17752-1518512400-1518528600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Medical Technologies and Systems Special Interest Group (SIG)
DESCRIPTION:The next Medical Technologies and Systems Special Interest Group (SIG) will explore ‘Technology for Assisted Living and Remote Monitoring’. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nPresentation topics include: \n– Abnormality Detection in Activities of Daily Living\n– Why a platform is more important than a product\n– Person Centred Integrated Assistive Technology\n– Stay at home longer \nEvent Documents:  \nProgramme \nSpeaker Biographies\nDelegate List
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medical-technologies-and-systems-special-interest-group-sig-2/
LOCATION:The Nottingham Belfry\, Mellors Way\, Off Woodhouse Way\, Nottingham\, NG8 6PY\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180109T104053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T104053Z
UID:17750-1518080400-1518107400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:MPD Training Course: Product Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to understand what an MBA can teach you? If you are short on time but want to understand why Product Management is so important then come along to this one-day course. \nThis course is designed for those who want to know what the key skills a successful product manager uses in their work. \nThe course introduces delegates to:\n– The Basics of the Four Ps: Product; Place; Promotion; and Price.\n– The Vital Role of Product Managers and Business Development Managers – planning and creating a future!\n– Where to find and use clinical insights\, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and more with the power of observation and provocative debate.\n– Introduction to the work of Professor Robert Cooper – Winning at New Products.\n– Market Intelligence System and Sources (MISS) – where to look and what to look for…\n– Knowing the enemy of success – inadvertent bias and how to beat it!\n– The use of SWOT and PESTE Analysis.\n– Why Product Launch and Brand Management matter all through the distribution chain.\n– Why good marketers can always turn a bad moment into a better moment.\n– How to calculate a Worldwide Market and market priorities with confidence!\n– How to determine your Unique Selling Propositions (USPs) and use them to target your customers and key influencers with confidence – the importance of an evidence-based approach.\n– Market penetration in diverse markets\, the use of the bundle of benefits\, lockout specifications and tender surveillance to win more business. Do you really know your FABs? \nDelegate numbers are limited to a maximum of 10\, so the training can be sensitive to individual experience\, ability and needs. \n \n  \nThis course is now fully booked. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list\, please email info@medilinkem.com \nMember cost: £ 150 \n\nNon-Member cost: £ 215 \nAll prices exclude VAT \nOnce we have received your booking form you will receive a confirmation email and an invoice will follow. \nEvent Documents: \nEvent Brochure\nDelegate List \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-product-management-training-2/
LOCATION:Archimedia Offices\, 6 Edison Village\, Nottingham Science & Technology Park\, Nottingham\, NG7 2RF
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180117T130339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T130339Z
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SUMMARY:A Technical Solution to GDPR Compliance
DESCRIPTION:The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be implemented by the Government on 25 May 2018. Will you be ready? \nYou are invited to join Medilink West Midlands for this very important workshop\, all about the new GDPR. This workshop is in conjunction with Marks and Clerk\, with guest speakers from IHN insurance brokers and CSP Partners. Every business will be affected by the new legislation therefore it is very important that you begin the process of implementing the changes as soon as possible. \nThe workshop will cover: \n• How the scope has been widened compared with existing legislation\n• The enhanced administrative burden\n• The consequences of being in breach\n• Implications for treatment of employee\, customer and supplier data\n• How GDPR affects your applications and services\n• Why ‘consent’ is causing everyone to have nightmares!\n• Whose job is it anyway?\n• How insurance can support your responsibilities under GDPR \nYou will also receive tools that will help you with the transition. To view the full agenda\, please click here. \nWho should attend? \nThis workshop is important for everyone\, and will affect those in the public\, private and third sector. It is especially important for those that are working within data protection responsibilities\, IT\, HR and Compliance. \nGet ahead of the curve and book now to hear from IHN Insurance Brokers on how they can help to support your responsibilities under the new GDPR. \nThis event is free to attend\, please click here to register your place. For any further information\, please contact Vanessa Bailey. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/a-technical-solution-to-gdpr-compliance/
LOCATION:Marks & Clerk\, Alpha Tower\, Birmingham\, B1 1TT\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa Bailey":MAILTO:vanessab@medilinkwm.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180109T103807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T103807Z
UID:17749-1517995800-1518006600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Access the Cuban Healthcare and BioTech Market
DESCRIPTION:Medilink UK\, alongside the Department for International Trade (DIT)\, is hosting this event to connect UK companies to experts in the Cuban Healthcare and Bioscience markets. \nThis free event at the Williams Formula 1 centre will allow you to access opportunities in Cuba and the Latin American markets\, meet Cuban companies and potential collaborators\, and gain expert support and advice from DIT market based staff. \nYou will see opportunities for manufacturing and distribution into South American markets\, and create direct contacts to facilitate this. \nWhy Cuba? \nCuba’s MedTech and Biopharmaceutical industries have a world-class reputation due to their innovation and high quality standards. BioCubaFarma\, the business group that represents the sector\, comprises 31 companies with 64 production facilities and 20\,000 employees. The company has a global presence\, exporting to more than 40 countries. They cover different areas such as cancer diagnostic and treatment\, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes\, and have a large portfolio of projects in different development stages. \nAgenda \n9:30 Introductions\n10:00 Cuba and MedTech\n10:15 Cardiocity and ICID (Case Study 1)\n10:45 Retomed and OES (Case Study 2)\n11:15 Coffee Break\n11:45 1-2-1 meeting sessions between companies\, ICID and Retomed\n12:15 Summary presentation\n12:30 Lunch\n13:30 Future of MedTech\n14:00 NHS innovations and how we can export them\n14:30 Innovation using an island testbed\n15:00 Tour of Williams F1\n16:00 Day Ends \nWho should attend \nDIT Cuba are particularly interested in companies in the following areas of technology: \n\nAnaesthetic and respiratory technology\nCancer diagnostic and treatment\nCardiovascular disease\, diagnostic and treatment\nDiaebetes and its treatment\nEquipment and devices for primary care (G.Practitioners)\nHigh blood pressure and its treatment\nHospital hardware (including ambulatory) and furniture\nImplantable devices\nIn vitro diagnostic technology\nMedical Imaging/Ultrasound Equipment and Materials\nOphthalmic Devices/Equipment\nOrthopaedic Devices\nRadiotherapy\nRe-usable diagnostic or analytic equipment\nRespiratory and Anaesthetic support\nSurgical Instruments (and reusable)\n\nThis event is free to attend\, to register please click here. 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/access-the-cuban-healthcare-and-biotech-market/
LOCATION:Williams Formula 1 Centre\, Grove\, Wantage\, OX12 0DQ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180117T134422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T134422Z
UID:17766-1517992200-1518004800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:TBAT Roadshows present: The True Value of R&D
DESCRIPTION:TBAT Innovation is now one of the UK’s leading business consultancies in its field. Established in 2002\, the company provides innovation support to technology research and development organisations throughout the country by accessing grant funding\, R&D tax credits\, conducting market research and evaluating innovation opportunities. \nA common misconception is that the relief is only for big companies. TBAT want to lift the lid on this. The reality is that the majority of innovation now takes place in small and medium-sized enterprises\, who are precisely the type of companies who should be applying and attending this first of a kind roadshow. \nThis first roadshow will cover the current R&D Tax Credit schemes available to SMEs and larger companies. Sharing insight in to the claims process\, allowing you to maximise the value and importance of your claim. \nTopics include:  \n• What is considered R&D? Possibly not what you think\n• What you can & cannot claim\n• How to avoid common errors when making a claim\n• Where TBAT can help\n• Real-life client examples \nAgenda: \n8:30am: Doors open for networking\n9:00am: Registration and breakfast\n9:30am: Roadshow commences\n10:30am: Consultations with exclusive discounts \nThis event is free to attend but places are limited. To find out more or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/tbat-roadshows-present-the-true-value-of-rd/
LOCATION:The Nottingham Belfry\, Mellors Way\, Off Woodhouse Way\, Nottingham\, NG8 6PY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T081500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180207T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180116T161656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T161656Z
UID:17761-1517991300-1517997600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Legal Advice Seminar: Consumer Rights and Types of Contracts
DESCRIPTION:Nottingham Trent University invite small and medium sized businesses in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire to join the Legal Advice team for a seminar on consumer rights and types of contracts. \nThe session will include important points to consider for SMEs and sole traders\, particularly in relation to the types of contracts they need when dealing with customers and other businesses. The session will also focus on issues to consider when supplying goods and services to consumers. \nSpeakers include: \nSam Lloyd and Tom Nanson – Browne Jacobson \nThis informative session is a great opportunity for SMEs to discover more about how NTU can help their business with legal and innovation support. The event is free to attend for all businesses eligible to the Enabling Innovation programme and refreshments will be provided. \nProgramme \n8:15 Registration and breakfast \n8:30 Welcome\, introduction to the Legal Advice Centre and Enabling Innovation \n8:45 Issues in supplier contracts \n9:15 Issues to consider when contracting with customer \n9:45 Q&A \n10:00 Close \n\n  \nThis event is free to attend\, but attendees must register in advance. In order to attend this event you must be eligible for support from the Enabling Innovation Programme\, which supports SMEs in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. \nTo find out more or register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/legal-advice-seminar-consumer-rights-and-types-of-contracts/
LOCATION:Broadway Cinema\, 14-18 Broad Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 3AL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180206T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180206T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180109T103322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T103322Z
UID:17747-1517909400-1517931000@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:NIHR Roadshow for MedTech SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Are you a MedTech SME looking for funding\, support or collaborators? \nThis event\, organised in partnership with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is specifically tailored for MedTech SMEs and will provide the opportunity to find out about: \n• the mission\, strategic priorities and activities of the NIHR\n• opportunities for SMEs via NIHR funding programmes\n• how the NIHR support SMEs in the conduct of clinical trials\n• how the NIHR help SMEs to formulate research plans and find collaborators\, supporting centres and facilities for R&D\n• relevant contacts in the NIHR Infrastructure\, such as the Biomedical Research Centres (BRCs) and the MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operatives (MICs) and other organisations supporting MedTech SMEs\, such as Medilink. \n\nThe event will also include*:\n– A chance to get more detailed information through round table discussions\n– 1-2-1 appointments to speak about your specific need with individuals from across the NIHR\n*Details on booking on to the round table discussions and 1-2-1s will be sent to you once we receive your booking form. \nThis free to attend event is being held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. \nEvent Documents:  \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/nihr-roadshow-for-medtech-smes/
LOCATION:Park Inn Nottingham\, Mansfield Road\, Nottingham\, NG5 2BT\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180130T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
CREATED:20180109T102650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T102650Z
UID:17745-1517304600-1517333400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Cuban Life Sciences Delegation Visiting the UK
DESCRIPTION:The Department for International Trade team in Havana would like to offer you an opportunity to meet a delegation of Cuban decision-makers from the Life Science sector who are visiting the UK in early 2018. \nWhy Cuba? \nCuba’s pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries have a world-class reputation due to their innovation and high quality standards. BioCubaFarma\, the business group that represents the sector\, comprises 31 companies with 64 production facilities and 20\,000 employees. \nThe company has a global presence\, exporting to more than 40 countries. Cancer treatment drugs\, prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases\, cardiovascular drugs and treatment of diabetic foot ulceration are just some of BioCubaFarma’s main products. They also have a large portfolio of projects in different development stages focused on different fields such as human\, animal and plants. \nThe delegation is interested in seeing the UK capability in R&D\, manufacturing and translation as well as looking for strategic partners to help develop\, manufacture and market their products internationally. \n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about the Cuban market: \n  \n\nDiscover the latest opportunities in the market\nIdentify potential collaboration opportunities and business partners\nBuild business relationships and increase your visibility in the Cuban market\nReceive expert support and advice from DIT market-based staff\n\nRegistration \nPlease click here to see details of the delegation or to register your interest in attending this event. A fuller itinerary will be issued closer to the day after you receive confirmation of your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/meet-the-cuban-life-sciences-delegation-visiting-the-uk/
LOCATION:The University of Nottingham\, Senate Chamber\, Trent Building\, University Park\, Nottingham\, NG7 2QL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180130T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180130T150000
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CREATED:20171201T095414Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation for Health: Partnership building event
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to engage with the University of Surrey’s world class health technology research and facilities?\nAre you interested in developing collaborative relationships with one of the South East’s foremost Universities?\nDo you need help finding the right people to talk to and sourcing catalyst funding to get things moving?\n\nAgenda \n09:30 Registration and Refreshments\n10:00 Introduction\n10:15 Overview of Key Research Area Themes and Q&A\n10:30 Keynote speakers from the University of Surrey (including areas of Bio-medical monitoring\, therapy development\, tailored nutrition and disease diagnosis using AI)\n11:30 Refreshment Break\n11:45 Funding opportunities: NIHR i4i\, InnovateUK\, Digital Catapult\n12:30 SME Case Study: Overview of their experience with University of Surrey\n12:45 Q&A and Close\n13:15 Networking lunch and opportunity to visit exhibition. 1:1 sessions and Research Group meetings are available to pre-book upon registration. \nTo register your interest please click here. Places will be limited\, and applications will be reviewed and confirmed by a personal email no later than 15th December.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/innovation-for-health-partnership-building-event/
LOCATION:School of Veterinary Medicine- University of Surrey\, Daphne Jackson Road\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7AL
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180130T140000
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UID:17746-1517297400-1517320800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Innovation Funding for Ambitious Businesses in the Midlands Engine
DESCRIPTION:Innovation is key to business success. The ability to exploit new ideas\, technologies\, processes or business models ahead of the competition can bring big rewards in a world that is rapidly changing. The UK government has recognised this for many years and has been increasing the support to businesses wanting to innovate and grow. \nAccessing this support\, however\, can still be confusing and complex. That’s why the UK’s innovation agency\, Innovate UK\, and the British Business Bank have come together to help you. This event is for innovators and entrepreneurs to learn about the ways in which ambitious businesses can be supported. \nWhy attend? \n \n\nTo help you understand where to go for innovation funding and practical advice on what is available\nYou’ll get expert insight into future trends\nConnect with potential collaborators\nAccess to expert business advisers\nUnderstand what is required in writing a successful grant applcation\n\n \nWho should attend? \nAmbitious businesses across the Midlands Engine looking to grow\, particularly welcoming companies that have not engaged with Innovate UK before. \nThere are two options for attending this event: \nOption A: \nCome to the ‘fast-track’ breakfast event if you’re short on time. Here you can get the key information over a networking breakfast and still make it to work on time. This is taking place 7.30am-9.00am\, click here to register your free place. \nOption B:\n\nIf you have the time and want to get the most out of the session\, attend the full morning session followed by lunch. Here there’ll be more opportunities for questions and a more detailed agenda. This is taking place 9:30am- 2:00pm\, click here to register your free place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/innovation-funding-for-ambitious-businesses-in-the-midlands-engine/
LOCATION:The Manufacturing Technology Centre\, Ansty Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180129T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T003834
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UID:17737-1517216400-1517504400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Arab Health 2018
DESCRIPTION:Arab Health is the largest gathering of healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region. The 2018 edition of the event is expected to welcome more than 4\,200 exhibiting companies and 103\,000 attendees from 150+ countries. \nAccompanying the exhibition will be 17 business\, leadership and Continuing Medical Education (CME) conferences providing the very latest updates and insights into cutting edge procedures\, techniques and skills. You can view the list of conferences here. \nThe exhibition is free to visit if you register in advance\, please click here to register your free visit. \nThere are still stands available under the Medilink Pavilion\, please click here to find out more about this exhibition opportunity.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/arab-health-2018/
LOCATION:Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre\, Dubai World Trade Centre\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
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