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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Wearable Technologies in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:The next Medical Technologies & Systems Special Interest Group (SIG) will take place online\, join us as we discuss Wearable Technologies in Healthcare. \nThis SIG is in partnership with Nottingham Trent University and will be chaired by Professor Philip Breedon\, Professor of Smart Technologies. \nAttend to hear about:\n– Measuring Meaningful Aspects of Health Using Sensors and Wearables\n– Smart Medical Textiles\n– Harnessing body heat to power wearable devices \nTO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE CLICK HERE\nDURATION: 1.5 hours \nThis free to attend event is 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.  This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nSpeaker Profiles:\n \n\nChaired by: Professor Philip Breedon\, Professor of Smart Technologies\, Nottingham Trent University \nAs well as his role at Nottingham Trent University\, Philip is also a Chartered Engineer and a Chartered IT professional. He is a member of the Department of Health’s National Institute for Health Research invention for innovation funding panel and holds a number of journal editorial positions. His research interests and latest projects centre on new and emerging technologies and materials. This includes wearable technologies\, 3D printing of pathological models\, additive and subtractive manufacturing for medical applications\, surgical robotics\, cardiovascular devices\, augmented /virtual/immersive technologies and environments\, the surgical pathway and investigative research related to the utilisation of ‘smart materials’ for medical applications. Through promoting his work and research activities he now works with a number of surgeons and clinicians across Europe. \n\nBill Byrom\, VP\, Product Intelligence and Positioning\, Signant Health\nBill serves as Vice President at Signant Health\, a clinical trials technology solution provider. He has worked in the Pharmaceutical industry for 30 years and is a recognised thought leader in clinical trials technology product strategy. Bill is the author of over 70 publications and two industry textbooks on electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePRO). He leads a number of industry research groups developing methodology in the use of sensors and wearables\, including participants from the pharmaceutical industry\, regulatory bodies and academia. Bill is a member of the scientific leadership board of the Digital Medicine Society\, and a senior visiting research fellow at Nottingham Trent University. \n \nDr Yang Wei\, Senior Lecturer in Wearable Electronic Engineering\, Nottingham Trent University\nYang is a senior lecturer with the Department of Engineering Nottingham Trent University (NTU) and is currently the research lead of the Smart Wearable Research group. Yang is also the academic expert on smart medical textiles at the Medical Technology Innovation Facility (MTIF)\, a leading smart medical textiles lab. His research interests include electronic textiles (e-textiles)\, medical devices and technologies\, sensors and actuators\, and printing technologies. He is an active steering group committee member of the EPSRC E-Textile network and a member of the IPC Electronic-textile initiative committee\, actively participating in the development of e-textiles standards in interconnections\, design and washability. Yang has been PI/Co-I on a number of electronic textile projects focusing on the development of alternative treatments through novel designs\, materials and fabrication. This allows electronic textiles to be seamlessly and invisibility integrated within the daily garments\, thus maximising the wearability and comfort. \n \nDr Katrina Morgan\, Senior Research Fellow – Optoelectronics Research Centre\, University of Southampton \nWorking in state-of-the-art cleanrooms for over ten years\, Dr Morgan is an expert in developing novel materials for electronic and photonic devices. Working closely with over ten industrial partners in a European wide project\, Smart2Go\, Dr Morgan has been developing wearable thermoelectric generators that can harvest energy from body heat for low-power devices\, such as sensors. More recently Dr Morgan is leading a project\, working with BAE Systems Ltd\, to investigate using such a system to monitor human body temperatures which can then be logged remotely using low-power long-range wireless techniques.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medical-technologies-systems-special-interest-group-sig-6/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220127T190000
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SUMMARY:Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2022
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS GOING AHEAD!\nCOVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES IN PLACE\nMedilink Midlands are delighted to announce that the 2022 Business Awards are back IN-PERSON!* The 2022 awards will take place on Thursday 27th January at the Crowne Plaza Nottingham. \n***BOOKING FOR THIS EVENT HAS NOW CLOSED***\n*Please see below for COVID-19 safety measures \nThis will be the first opportunity since the merger of our East and West Midlands regions for Medilink Midlands members to gather together to celebrate and network. Each year the awards location will be alternated between the two regions\, with the 2022 awards taking place in Nottingham. \nThe celebration comprises of a drinks reception\, followed by a 3-course dinner with entertainment from our host Justin Moorhouse\, finishing with the awards ceremony. \nThe awards are designed to recognise and promote the excellence that Midlands companies are achieving at the leading edge of the healthcare sector. \nWe have introduced two new categories – for further details  please click here.  Please note the application process is now closed.  \nThe Awards would not be possible without the tremendous support from our sponsors\, for the full list and details of how to sponsor\, please click here. \nCOVID-19 Safety Measures for Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2022\nIn line with Government guidance and in liaison with the Crowne Plaza Hotel Nottingham\, Medilink Midland has put the following safety measures in place to manage the risks of COVID-19 for guests opting to attend the 2022 Business Awards: \n\nAlthough not a requirement\, and for the safety of others\, all guests are requested to take a lateral flow test prior to attending the event\nOn arrival at the venue\, face coverings must be worn in all communal areas of the premises\nGuests must wear a face covering when walking to the bar or to use toilets\nFace coverings are not legally required when eating or drinking (standing or seated)\nVenue staff to wear face coverings in all public areas\nHand sanitiser available throughout venue\nTables will be 6ft\, rather than standard 5ft\, with a maximum of 10 guests per table\nReduced capacity/tables in main event room\nBar area for arrival drinks and the main event room both have isolated air conditioning supply\nTo minimise pinch points in both the designated bar area and main event room will be open for the arrival drinks\nTable service available if required for ordering drinks\nTrophies will be handled with gloves on stage\nA lectern mic will be used for winner when receiving their award\nAll attendees are asked to use their discretion when greeting/shaking hands\, and of personal space
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-midlands-business-awards-2022/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Nottingham\, Wollaton Street\, Nottingham\, NG1 5RH\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Rudzki":MAILTO:info@medilinkem.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220202T100000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Biocompatibility\, Practical Applications in the new MDR environment
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\n  \nThe next MedTech Regulatory Special Interest Group (SIG)\, hosted by regulatory affairs expert Richard Young\, from AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\, will provide a review of regulatory requirements and the application of biocompatibility in the new environment. \nRichard will be joined by Philip Clay\, Director and Principal Toxicologist\, Chorley Consulting and they will be covering: \n– Requirements of Annex 1 of the regulation 2017/745\n– A regulatory perspective on existing products\n– ISO 10993 the 2018 issue\n– Biological Evaluation Plans\n– Biological Evaluation reports\n– What Are the interpretations of the requirements being taken by notified bodies?\n– Application and assessment of Biocompatibility for existing products?\n– What are the typical implications for Biocompatibility Rationale and testing?\n– What are the practical constraints?\n– Limitations of existing testing? \nThis free-to-attend event is held as part of the ACTIS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the ACTIS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the SEMLEP area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour and 30 minutes \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n \nRichard Young\, Managing Director\, AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\nRichard has an extensive background in regulatory affairs in addition to GMP (quality assurance)\, GLP (laboratory testing)\, and GCP (clinical). Spanning over two decades\, these core skill areas have been developed with experience in products ranging from class 3 devices such as Orthopaedic implants (IIb) neurological robots\, through electromedical devices such as infusion systems and cardio vascular products. \nRichard brings a blend of pragmatism and experience to these disciplines that facilitates insightful problem solving approaches as well as solid solutions. \nRichard’s skills and experience includes such areas as the development and implementation of effective quality management systems\, auditing to ISO and FDA QSIT standards\, and operating at national and international level through industry associations including Eucomed\, ABHI and ABHI Technical Policy Group. \n\nPhilip Clay\, Director and Principal Toxicologist\, Chorley Consulting\nPhilip is a UK and European registered toxicologist and specialises in safety assessment with over 30 years experience. He has published and presented widely in his expert field of genetic toxicology and also in the wider area of safety assessment. Chorley Consulting designs safety assessment programmes for medical devices and also provides toxicological advice for a range of product types. Philip is presently a BSI committee member for CH/194 (Biological evaluation of medical devices).\nChorley Consulting works with a number clients ranging from multinational manufacturers to single product start-ups. They have experience with assessing the biological safety of a wide range of devices including cosmetic surgery products\, surgical implants\, anaesthetic gas devices\, catheters and invasive patient monitoring systems as well consumer healthcare products ranging from Class 3 devices down to Class 1. Their biological safety assessments have formed part of technical file submissions to a number of notified bodies without comment as well as supporting clinical trial applications. They also have experience with medical device submissions to regulatory authorities around the world including US FDA and China NMPA. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-an-update-on-current-changes-to-mdr-ivdr-role-of-the-person-responsible-prrc-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Thinking Differently for Business Growth
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Leicestershire Innovation Festival\, organised by Medilink Midlands in partnership with Charnwood Campus. Charnwood Campus is a science\, technology and enterprise park based in Loughborough and is the first Life Sciences Opportunity Zone in the UK. \n \nInnovation is the cornerstone of success. Using innovation to adapt to changing markets and disruptive external factors not only helps ensure business continuity but also gives competitive advantage over competition.\nThis event will expose you to business leaders who were not afraid to do things differently\, who successfully embraced innovative solutions to streamline processes\, gain new customers\, enter new markets\, increase profitability during the process.\nConnect to our life science business cluster – entrepreneurs\, public and educational sector\, networking organisations and health and social care organisations to support the development of an innovation culture within your business. \nBy attending this event\, you will:\n– Learn from some of today’s leading disruptors\, market leaders\, and digital transformers in the life sciences\n– Discover how to create a culture of innovation that extends to all teams\, units\, and levels\n– Engage in highly interactive panel session that connect our speakers to your questions and input\n– Network\, collaborate\, and benchmark with your innovation peers \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £508\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nHow to find the venue:\nCharnwood Campus is conveniently located on the outskirts of Loughborough\, for travel information please see their website here.  Please enter the site using the main entrance\, off Bakewell Road\, LE11 5RB.  Once on site\, if you are travelling by car complimentary car parking is available in car park E – see site map here.  The event is taking place in the Conference Centre\, which is in Building 21\, Innovation Centre. \nVenue and Delegate – COVID-19 Compliance: \n– All participants will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines at all times\n– The rooms will be laid out with relevant spacing between tables/delegates\n– All rooms will be adequately ventilated with outside air\n– Additional cleaning will be carried out throughout the day\n– All rooms have hand sanitiser nearby\n– Social distancing measures will be in effect for all toilets\n– Face coverings are not essential\, however anyone who wishes to wear one can do so\n– It is recommended that all delegates and speakers complete a lateral flow test before attending this event
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/thinking-differently/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Defining decentralised trials!
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the next in the series of our Clinical Trial Special Interest Groups with Afortiori Development\, at this webinar “Defining decentralised trials! What actually defines a decentralised trial and how do they work in reality?”. \nThis webinar will focus on what it means to run a ‘decentralised trial’ in the real world! Hear from our panel of experts as they discuss key aspects of what it means to actually run a decentralised trial and how or if they can work for your study and product. Our speakers will discuss various tools and methodologies and then a discussion will follow that examines the importance of the right approach overall as the defining factor for study success. \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £127\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n\nChaired by: Dr Nicola Wall\, Chief Executive Officer\, Afortiori Development\nNicola co-founded Afortiori Development after a long career in clinical research within a variety of roles.  Nicola has extensive experience and a proven track record in global clinical trial management\, quality assurance and process management in the healthcare industry. Afortiori have built an impressive global team of clinical trial specialists\, clinicians and biostatisticians with experience in adult\, paediatric and neonatal clinical research\, and both primary and secondary healthcare settings. \n\nCheryl Bailey\, Senior Global Project Manager\, Afortiori Development\nCheryl has worked in numerous roles in the clinical research industry for over 11 years and is the Senior Global Clinical Project Leader at Afortiori\, responsible for the management and delivery of clinical trial activities within the company. She has gained an extensive range of key skills including project management\, ethics and regulatory\, monitoring\, financial management\, budgets\, protocol writing\, skills training\, quality management and laboratory experience. Cheryl has had a varied range of therapeutic experience:– mental health disorders\, diabetes\, Alzheimer’s and MCI\, renal disease\, sickle cell disease\, healthy population studies\, medical devices\, dermatitis and psoriasis. She has managed a wide range of studies across various phases of research both in NHS settings and in CRO/CRF settings\, allowing for the development of a sound knowledge base\, an understanding of necessary operational processes and the skills to drive clinical trials forward. \n\nTim Davies\, Business Development Manager\, The Medical Research Network\nWith over 25 years in research and development with large pharma and over 8 years decentralised clinical trial services for speciality\, orphan and biodiversity medicines especially in the provision of specialised decentralised Nursing. \n\nWessam Sonbol\, Co-Founder & CEO\, Delve Health\nA proven biopharmaceuticals and healthcare solutions strategist focusing on life science process improvement\, Wessam has nearly 20 years of experience in Phase I-IV\, IDE and 510(K) clinical research and healthcare business operations. He’s successfully managed a data\nmanagement organisation and worked with Fortune 500 companies such as Medtronic\, Abbott Vascular and J&J. Through breakthrough strategies\, Wessam helps achieve notable results in improving clinical trial outcomes.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-defining-decentralised-trials/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Technical Innovation to support High Quality Care
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the pace at which we can adapt technology in health and care sectors\, working together flexibly in adopting new technology focused on users’ needs. Many health and care providers across the UK and globally have adopted technology innovation to enable faster treatment options and prevention services. Join De Montfort University’s Digital Health Team in partnership with Willows Heath and Medicspot\, for an insight into the latest developments in this area supporting the future of healthcare. \nThis webinar focuses on:\n• Experiences of health and care providers in adopting technology innovation\n• Innovation in action: working in partnership with health and care providers to meet the needs of communities\n• Factors driving change in technology innovation and the implications to health and the care sector \nThis event is part of Leicestershire Innovation Festival. For further details please click here \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £127\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n \nStuart Hilton\, Head of Commercial Partnerships\, DMU (Chair) \nStuart has over 30 years’ experience in developing commercial solutions to technical challenges that support project requirements across a range of different industries and business sectors both internationally and within the UK. Stuart is an experienced professional commercial manager with expertise in building connections between higher education and external organisations. \n  \n  \n  \n \nProfessor Bertha Ochieng\, Professor of Integrated Health and Social Care\, DMU \nBertha Ochieng is Professor of Integrated Health and Social Care\, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences\, De Montfort University. A key aspect of her research is in examining digital solutions that support development of integrated models of health and social care and community engagement. \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Tariq Kapasi\, Medical Director –  Willows Health \nTariq is Co-Chair and Honorary Associate Professor at the Centre of Primary Care Research. He is passionate in developing governance processes to improve clinical outcomes for over 45\,000 patients. Tariq is forever appraising innovative methods by which they can help to engage\, educate\, and empower their patients.” \n  \n  \nSharon Donald\, Business Development Manager\, Medicspot \nAs a former A&E sister and hospital manager\, Sharon became a Business Development Manager in 1999 and is passionate about digital technology. For the last 14 years she has been working in digital health\, assisting customers to transition to a digital health service in areas including Liverpool\, Hull and Newham. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-technical-innovation-to-support-high-quality-care/
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: How the Life Sciences Industry can leverage LinkedIn as a key marketing tool
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \nJoin us online for the next Life Sciences Marketing Special Interest Group (SIG) webinar\, where our presenters will focus on ‘How to leverage LinkedIn as a key marketing tool in your business to win more sales’. \nLinkedIn is an incredible asset for any marketer and business working in a complex industry such as life sciences. It’s much more than a lead generation tool. In this Life Sciences Marketing Special Interest Group\, Charlie Whyman\, founder of Curious B2B Marketing\, will show you how she has personally grown audiences across multiple industries including mining\, surveying\, commercial shipping and tech\, and how the principles she has developed can be applied to a Life Sciences business. \nThis webinar will be hosted by Robin Bodicoat\, Head of Marketing at Touchlight Genetics\, who will provide his own industry specific thoughts and insights on using LinkedIn to generate success in the life sciences industry. \nBy attending\, you can learn how to use LinkedIn to help you: \n• Grow an audience of your target customers\n• Create curiosity in your market and build a solid brand reputation\n• Generate hot and engaged leads and enquiries\n• Convert leads into sales FASTER\n• Plus\, much more \nThere will also be an opportunity to put your questions to our presenters in a Q&A session. \nThis free to attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £127\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nDURATION: 1 hour \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n Robin Bodicoat\, Head of Marketing – Touchlight Genetics \nRobin is the CIM qualified\, Head of Marketing at Touchlight Genetics\, a London-based biotech focused on the discovery and development of DNA-based genetic medicines\, including DNA vaccines and gene therapies. He is also an active Board Member of the BMC (Business Marketing Club)\, which is the independent voice of the B2B marketing industry. He has 20+ years’ experience in Life Sciences\, Pharma and Healthcare\, with knowledge in marketing campaign planning and strategy\, and brand development. In 2017 he managed the global re-brand of Quotient Sciences. \n  \n  \n \nCharlie Whyman\, Founder – Curious B2B Marketing \nCharlie Whyman\, founder of Curious B2B Marketing is the creator of the OTTER marketing framework\, helping businesses turn leads into sales with easy to apply systems and approaches. She’s the host of The Curiosity Key Podcast and founder of The Curious Marketing Club for ambitious SME businesses looking to improve marketing performance.\nAn engineer by background\, Charlie discovered she had a talent for sales and marketing when selling her homegrown Sardinian olive oil on a Yorkshire market stall\, selling laser scanners down one of the world’s deepest mines\, telemedicine solutions to the commercial shipping industry and moving rapidly from marketing assistant to Global Head of Sales and Marketing for a major player in the Geospatial sector.\nCharlie is also an avid adventurer\, cyclist and F1 fan
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-how-the-life-sciences-industry-can-leverage-linkedin-as-a-key-marketing-tool/
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Digital Identity Unmasked - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\nUnfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances this webinar has been postponed\, all registered delegates will be notified of the new date. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause you. \nJoin us for the next in the series of our Digital Health Special Interest Groups with PDMS at this webinar; “Digital Identity Unmasked – how digital identity is key to empowering the patient and the healthcare provider “. \nThe webinar will be chaired by Professor Dean Fathers and will include presentations on: \n– Introduction to Digital Identity\n– NHS Digital – focusing on the NHS login project\, plus a case study\n– Decentralised digital identities\n– Digital identity in action in a digital vaccination system\n– Digital identity in a mental health care app \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1.5 hours \nSpeaker Profiles: \n\nProfessor Dean Fathers DL\nDean has held a portfolio career for over twenty five years combining senior roles across the commercial\, public and University sectors. Dean started his commercial career in logistics with Pioneer\, TNT and Abbey Hill BMW before becoming a serial entrepreneur and developing an international business base. He continues to hold a portfolio of commercial roles\, currently being the Chair of Progress Care\, a Non-Executive Director of NeedleSmart and an advisor to the Boards of several organisations primarily in the health and digital technology sector like OxeHealth and PDMS. A commercial mentor on the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur’s programme\, Dean further supports commercial healthcare organisations through his role on the Board of the Greater Lincolnshire Local Enterprise Partnership\, where he Chairs the Healthcare Strategic Advisory Board\, sits on the Innovation Council and also represents the GLLEP on the Midlands Engine’s Health Board.  Dean became a Professor in the Practice of Healthcare Management at Cass Business School in 2010 and Chaired the Centre for Healthcare Enterprise. He is currently Chair of both the Centre for Organisational Resilience and the Lincoln International Institute for Rural Healthcare at the University of Lincoln where he is a Professor of Resilience. He is also a Professorial Fellow of the Institute of Mental Health and an Honorary Professor in Healthcare Leadership at the Nottingham University Business School.  In addition to being the Chair of separate Acute\, Community and Mental Health NHS Trusts\, Dean has also Chaired NHS commissioning bodies. With a strong interest in leadership\, workforce development and digitisation\, Dean has held roles on ancillary NHS bodies such as the NHS Confederation’s Mental Health Network\, NHS Providers and the NHS Leadership Academy\, supporting numerous national and regional initiatives. He remains an Independent Director of the Parliamentary and Health Services Ombudsman\, is a Lay Member of the Academy of Health and Care Science’s Regulatory Board\, where he is also a Life Science Industry Registry Council member too\, and finally is Chair of the Midlands Medilinks’ Digital Health Special Interest Group. \n\n \nChris Gledhill\, Chief Executive Officer\, PDMS\nChris co-founded PDMS in 1993 with a mission to help organisations get the maximum value from information technology and their associated data assets. His experience lies in recognising the business benefits that can be achieved by effective use of information technology to make services cheaper\, safer and more convenient.  He attended Manchester University and Cranfield Institute of Technology and gained his Diploma in Company Direction from the Institute of Directors. Drawing on his extensive knowledge and passion for technology\, has recently been re-elected as an SME representative on the techUK Central Government Council. Chris also sat on the Advisory Panel as part of an Independent Review of the Isle of Man health and social care system conducted by Sir Johnathan Michael in 2019.  Chris has a particular interest in Digital Health and citizen centric services – putting the individual at the core and designing digital services to help improve a patient’s experience and outcomes.  Chris is passionate about the benefits that organisations and individuals can achieve through good software engineering. However\, he believes that technology is rarely the best starting point\, it’s all about understanding the problems and achieving positive outcomes. \n\nMatthew Henry\, Senior Project Manager NHS Login\, NHS Digital\nIn 2019\, after serving 24 years in British Army\, Matt joined NHS Digital to work within the HR and Organisation Transformation Directorate; managing the core team supporting an organisational wide restructure programme.  During the pandemic Matt moved into a variety of positions\, working flexibly to support several different programmes during an extremely busy period.  Matt was delighted to move into a permanent role with NHS Digital in August 2021 as the Senior Partner Onboarding Manager for NHS login\, helping to provide a re-usable way for patients to access multiple digital health and social care services with a single NHS login. \n\nRaja Sharif\, Founder & CEO\, FarmaTrust\nRaja is Founder and CEO of FarmaTrust\, who are driving the company’s vision and mission of creating innovative\, digital solutions for the personalised medicine and healthcare sector to protect patients and creating efficiencies in the cell and gene therapy industry. Using IoT and blockchain technology\, FarmaTrust is creating a transparent\, auditable\, secure\, global solution to give confidence to patients\, clinicians and regulators worldwide.  Raja is a UK qualified barrister\, with over 25 years legal and business experience in multinationals including Guardian IT PLC\, Globix\, BT plc\, COLT and Al Jazeera. \n\nCliff Kirby\, Founder & CEO\, NeedleSmart\nCliff is the founder and CEO of NeedleSmart\, who have offices in Knowsley. Having the original idea in 2008\, Cliff successfully developed the business to proof of concept\, obtained intellectual property and attracted seed capital. Subsequently\, he lead multi-million pound investment into the business which produces patented needle-destruction devices. NeedleSmart is now a thriving entity with an exciting suite of products being delivered to healthcare markets globally.  Cliff now has a number of business interests in the Liverpool City Region (LCR) and sits on the board of Knowsley Chamber\, the LCR board of Health and Life Sciences and is an active member of the LCR Engineering landscape. \n\nPrasannajeet Mane\, Founder & CEO\, Cerina\nPrasannajeet is the Founder and CEO of Cerina\, an early-stage digital health startup venture which is bringing digital interventions to treat anxiety disorders and depression. The origin of the venture is rooted in Prasannajeet’s own personal experiences of surviving a clinical psychological disorder. The research experience of studying different mental health conditions\, long experience of using traditional and digital platforms\, and business training at London Business School made him familiar with the clear gaps that are present in the existing mental health landscape.  Prasannajeet is a graduate of London Business School and Indian Institute of Technology. Previous to his masters from London Business School\, Prasannajeet worked as a mental health researcher for where he helped building an award-winning digital intervention and his research work got published in Nature. \n\nAdam Wright\, Programme Development Manager\, NHS Providers \nAdam is a programme development manager at the membership body NHS Providers. He is currently working on the Digital Boards programme\, which aims to support trust boards lead the digital transformatino agenda. Prior to this he was part of NHS Providers’ policy team.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-digital-identity-unmasked/
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SUMMARY:Surgical Research Society (SRS) Annual Meeting 2022
DESCRIPTION:All event information can be found at www.surgicalresearch.org.uk\, this page is the facility for online event registrations. \nPlease see rates below: \n\n\n\nTicket Type\nFee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 day Conference + lunch only\n\n\n\n\nMed Student member\n£100\n\n\n\nMed Student non-member\n£120\n\n\n\nTrainee member\n£150\n\n\n\nTrainee non-member\n£170\n\n\n\nConsultant member\n£250\n\n\n\nConsultant non-member\n£350\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference dinner\n£70\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFull package (2 days conference\, lunches\, one night hotel\, breakfast\, conference dinner)*\n\n\n\n\nMed Student member\n£250\n\n\n\nMed Student non-member\n£270\n\n\n\nTrainee member\n£300\n\n\n\nTrainee non-member\n£350\n\n\n\nConsultant member\n£400\n\n\n\nConsultant non-member\n£500\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*if you do not wish to attend the dinner as part of the full package\, please state in the ‘Additional Information’ section on the booking form and £40 will be reduced from the fee stated above. \nRegistration has now closed. \nAdditional hotel information: Should you need to book a stay on Wednesday 23 March at the venues hotel\, please refer to their website here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/surgical-research-society-srs-annual-meeting-2022/
LOCATION:De Vere East Midlands Conference Centre\, Beeston Lane\, Nottingham\, NG7 2RJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: The Future of Data and AI in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThis webinar; “The Future of Data and AI in Healthcare” is in partnership with The Open University Faculty of Wellbeing\, Education and Language Studies. \nPart of the webinar will include presentations from academics at the Open University and they will discuss their work in the fields of Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its relevance to the medical field. Discussion will include the ways in which Artificial Intelligence can enhance the use of data as well as innovative uses of AI and data for patient interactions and training.  Mills and Reeve will also present at the webinar on ‘Legal issues around AI enabled technologies’. \nThis free-to-attend event is held as part of the ACTIS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the ACTIS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the South East Midlands and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1.5 hours \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n\nGaynor Henry-Edwards\, Research Manager\, Faculty of Wellbeing\, Education and Language Studies – The Open University\nGaynor manages the Health and Wellbeing Strategic Research Area at The Open University. The Strategic Research Area supports\, coordinates and promotes health and wellbeing research across the university. Open University researchers conduct research in health and wellbeing across various disciplines and areas including healthcare management\, ageing studies\, reproductive and sexual rights\, assistive technologies\, patient data management\, mental health and biological health sciences. The scope of University expertise ranges from the science underpinning health and disease through to the medical humanities. The Open University is committed to working towards social justice specialising in participative and inclusive research methods with marginalised and vulnerable communities. \n\nProfessor Dr Fridolin Wild\, Professor at the Institute of Educational Technology\, The Open University\nIn addition to his role at The Open University\, Fridolin is also leading the Performance Augmentation Lab (PAL). Fridolin seeks to close the dissociative gap between abstract knowledge and its practical application\, researching radically new forms of linking directly from knowing something ‘in principle’ to applying that knowledge ‘in practice’ and speeding its refinement and integration into polished performance.\nFridolin leads the Special Interest Group on Wearable-Enhanced Learning (SIG WELL) of the European Association of Technology Enhanced Learning (EATEL). He chairs the working group on Augmented Reality Learning Experience Models (ARLEM) of the IEEE Standards Association as well as the Natural Language Processing task view of the Comprehensive R Archive Network (CRAN). He is convenor of a key standards working group\, WG 11\, for future-proofing AR/VR in a joint technical committee of the International Standards Organisation (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)\, part of the sub chapter for computer graphics\, image processing\, and environmental data representation (SC24)\nFrom 2015 to 2020\, Fridolin was Senior Research Fellow at Oxford Brookes University. From 2009 to 2016\, he was at the Knowledge Media Institute of the OU. Fridolin also worked as a researcher at the Vienna University of Economics and Business in Austria from 2004 to 2009. He studied at the University of Regensburg\, Germany\, with extra-murals at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and the University of Hildesheim. \n\nJames Fry\, Partner – Head of Life Sciences\, Mills & Reeve LLP\nJames heads the firm’s fast growing\, multi-disciplinary life sciences practice and focuses exclusively on this sector. The practice supports clients in the pharma and biotech\, medical device\, diagnostic\, medtech and digital health sub-sectors. James’ own practice focuses on intellectual property\, commercial contracting and regulatory work.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-the-future-of-data-and-ai-in-healthcare/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Rehabilitation Technologies: Supporting innovation through Multi-Stakeholder Networks
DESCRIPTION:*Please note that this event is in-person attendance only* \nTechnology has an increasingly important role to play in rehabilitation where it can support skilled healthcare professionals\, reduce hospital stays and improve engagement with rehabilitation programmes. The East Midlands is well placed to support growth in this sector with the new National Rehabilitation Centre due to open at Stanford Hall\, Nottinghamshire in 2024 and three new EPSRC funded networks being launched in the region to support the development and adoption of rehabilitation technologies. \nThis event in partnership with the Centre for Healthcare Technologies will provide you with an update on the vision and delivery of the National Rehabilitation Centre and explain how you can join and benefit from the three new NetworkPlus EPSRC funded initiatives. Members of these networks will be able to draw on the knowledge and expertise of academics\, clinicians\, industry and other stakeholders to develop new\, disruptive technologies for rehabilitation including innovations in advanced materials\, patient-specific devices and therapy\, closed loop & autonomous systems\, robotic solutions for healthcare as well as assisted living products and services. \nProgramme  \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List \nTo book your free place\, please complete the online booking form below.  Please note the booking system is not automated and a member of the events team will confirm your place to you soon. \nIn-person attendance only\, this event is not live streamed or available as a recording \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £445\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the INSTILS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Derby/Derbyshire/Nottingham/Nottinghamshire area and is open to all. \nVenue and Delegate – COVID-19 Compliance: \n– All participants will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines at all times\n– The rooms will be laid out with relevant spacing between tables/delegates\n– All rooms will be adequately ventilated with outside air\n– Additional cleaning will be carried out throughout the day\n– All rooms have hand sanitiser nearby\n– Social distancing measures will be in effect for all toilets\n– Delegates/staff are required to wear a face covering upon entering the venue and whilst in attendance at the event\n– It is recommended that all delegates and speakers complete a lateral flow test before attending this event \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-supporting-innovation-through-multi-stakeholder-networks/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Rudzki":MAILTO:info@medilinkem.com
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Straight to the source – Managing bone infections through non-traditional routes
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the next in the series of our Infectious Diseases Special Interest Groups at this webinar; “Straight to the source – Managing bone infections through non-traditional routes”. \nBone infections are extremely challenging to treat and patients often require weeks of intravenous antibiotics\, which often cause side effects and impact on quality of life. Antimicrobial resistant infections are also becoming increasingly common\, which can make these challenging infections even more difficult to treat safely and effectively. This session will hear from clinical and scientific experts on difficult to treat bone infections and how antimicrobial resistance impacts on this\, and current and future alternatives to managing these infections. \nThis event is in partnership with De Montfort University and led by Dr Katie Laird\, Professor of Microbiology and also Head of the Infectious Disease Research Group at De Montfort University. \nPresentations confirmed so far are: \n– Antimicrobial Resistance\, The Silent Pandemic: Academia’s role in managing infections correctly\n– Managing infection correctly: more than prescribing antibiotics\n– Biocomposites: Bringing Calcium to life \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1.5 hours \n\nDr Katie Laird\, Professor of Microbiology and Head of the Infectious Disease Research Group at Leicester School of Pharmacy\, De Montfort University \nKatie has a BSc (Hons) in Biology and obtained a PhD in applied microbiology in 2008. During her PhD she developed and patented an essential oil based antimicrobial vapour\, whilst her postdoctoral work included the assessment of natural antimicrobials efficacy against post-harvest pathogens.\nHer research interests include the use of natural products as antimicrobials in particular to combat hospital acquired infections and biofilms.  Her other area of research includes the assessment of healthcare laundry as a potential route of cross contamination in the clinical arena. \n~\nDr Ryan Hamilton\, Senior Lecturer in Pharmacy\, De Monfort University\nRyan is a clinical academic pharmacist spending time as a senior lecturer at De Montfort University School of Pharmacy and as a clinical pharmacist at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.\nIn academia\, he teaches specialist and generalist pharmacy practice to undergraduate pharmacy students and is clinical lead for the Antimicrobial Resistant and Stewardship module of the postgraduate diploma in clinical pharmacy. He is an active researcher within the Infectious Diseases Research Group with projects spanning all areas of practice from bench to bedside.\nAt Kettering General Hospital he is one of the lead pharmacists for microbiology & infectious diseases and chairs the Northamptonshire Antimicrobial Medicines Optimisation Group. He has specialised in antimicrobials since 2015 with expertise in managing patients with complex and difficult to treat infections\, outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy\, guideline and policy development\, and stewardship interventions.  Outside of these roles\, Ryan has developed award-winning outreach and engagement programmes relating to hygiene\, infection\, and antimicrobial resistance. \n\nDr Michael Pierides – Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust\nMichael is a Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinolog\, having trained in the East and West Midlands. He has an interest in education and completed a MSc in Medical Education at Warwick Medical School. He has been educational lead for the department since 2013\, as well as a faculty member of the international surgical training course: ESMSC (since 2015). Beyond traditional delivery of education he is also involved in developing high fidelity simulation training.\nHis main role centres around diabetic foot medicine. He is the regional lead for the multidisciplinary diabetic foot service in Northamptonshire. From the beginning he was interested in diabetic foot disease and started a multidisciplinary foot round with a vascular consultant and specialist podiatrist\, in 2015. Since then the service has progressed to be a full Multidisciplinary Countywide service for 2 hospitals and the county of Northamptonshire\, with a podiatry delivered service feeding in to the diabetic foot service\, Virtual ‘Rapid access clinics’ and specialist high risk foot clinics with Orthopaedics\, all supported by Specialist Pharmacists\, specialist nurses\, Radiologists and Microbiology. “This is a true Team Effort and I am proud to be part of it.” \n\nPhillip Laycock\, Technical Research Director\, Biocomposites Ltd\nPhillip is the Technical Research Director at Biocomposites\, an international medical device company that engineers\, manufactures and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue. Based in Keele\, UK\, it has global operations across Europe\, USA\, Canada\, China and India. Biocomposites is a world leader in the development of innovative calcium compounds for surgical use. Its products regenerate bone and target infection risks across a variety of specialties\, including musculoskeletal infection\, orthopaedics\, trauma\, spine\, foot and ankle\, podiatry and sports injuries. Biocomposites products are now used in over 120\,000 procedures per annum and sold in more than 40 countries around the world.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-straight-to-the-source/
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Chasing value in patents - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances this event has been cancelled \n  \nWe are delighted to bring this in-person event to you\, alongside one of our valued Patrons – AdamsonJones.  Spaces at this event are limited\, please book early to avoid disappointment. \nJoin this free to attend event\, designed specifically for life science/hi-tech companies to hear from Simon Cooper\, Partner and Cory Stobart\, Chartered UK Patent Attorney from AdamsonJones as they discuss: \n– what is patentable?\n– where is the value?\n– filing strategies\n– IP management\n– getting a return \nFor further details\, see the programme and biographies: \nProgramme \nSpeaker Profiles \nDelegate List \nHow to find the venue:\nCharnwood Campus is conveniently located on the outskirts of Loughborough\, for travel information please see their website here.  Please enter the site using the main entrance\, off Bakewell Road\, LE11 5RB.  Once on site\, if you are travelling by car complimentary car parking is available in car park E – see site map here.  The event is taking place in the Conference Centre\, which is in Building 21\, Innovation Centre. \nVenue and Delegate – COVID-19 Compliance: \n– All participants will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines at all times\n– The rooms will be laid out with relevant spacing between tables/delegates\n– All rooms will be adequately ventilated with outside air\n– Additional cleaning will be carried out throughout the day\n– All rooms have hand sanitiser nearby\n– Social distancing measures will be in effect for all toilets\n– Face coverings are not essential\, however anyone who wishes to wear one can do so\n– It is recommended that all delegates and speakers complete a lateral flow test before attending this event
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-chasing-value-in-patents/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy MODULE D Live Q&A: Understanding stakeholders & developing an effective value proposition
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nThis module delves into starting up a business\, as well as the main reasons why many new businesses may fail. \nWith this in mind\, we emphasise the importance of making sure there is a market need for your innovation and how to do this effectively. \nKey stakeholders are explored in more detail during this webinar\, including the different types that you may come across (and we know in the NHS there could be more than a few) and you’ll understand each of their specific drivers and requirements to add real value to your innovation journey. \nYou’ll also find out more about value proposition\, teaching you how to get your business’s value to potential customers. Tried and tested methodologies will be explained and explored to ensure you have the best chance of getting this part of your crucial planning done correctly. \nPresenter / expert\n\n\n Ayokunmi Ajetunmobi (AJ) ​ – Venture Development Manager\, We Are Pioneer Group 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-d-live-qa-understanding-stakeholders-developing-an-effective-value-proposition/
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy - Module C: Attracting Private Investment
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nThis module supports innovators looking for private investment. You learn in this module the different types of investors around\, along with the rounds and mechanisms into obtaining funding. \nNon-dilutive grants and awards are discussed within the module\, emphasising the different types of funding one could potentially obtain. Venture capital is also covered with the entire venture capital and the due diligence process is explained. \nIn this module you’ll learn how to approach investors strategically\, to give you the optimum chance of success. Finally\, the module puts prominence on why research is so important with securing investment and covers how to keep a targeted approach during your journey to attracting investment.​ \nPresenter / expert details: \nGemma Sturt\, Venture Building & Venture Capital Investment\, We are Pioneer Group \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-c-attracting-private-investment/
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Innovation Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:  \nInnovation Day proudly sits in our calendar of events as the must-attend event for those in the Life Sciences sector and this year will mark the first Medilink Midlands wide Innovation Day following the successful merger of the East and West Midlands Medilink organisations\, meaning more reach across the Midlands and the expectation of this event becoming bigger\, better and of greater significance than before. \nThe day will be hosted by Science writer and Broadcaster Vivienne Parry OBE and will include: \n– A conference programme of innovative\, insightful keynote speakers\, plus hear from our members \n– A table top exhibition of over 30 suppliers/service providers and more \n– Ample networking opportunities \nTo view the programme\, speakers\, exhibitors and more click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-medilink-midlands-innovation-day-2022/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Coventry\, Paradise Way\, Walsgrave Triangle\, CV2 2ST\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Usability Engineering for IVDR and MDR compliance
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\n  \nThe next MedTech Regulatory Special Interest Group (SIG)\, hosted by regulatory affairs expert Richard Young\, from AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\, will cover the importance of the inclusion of the usability engineering process as part of the development and maintenance of medical products\, which right now has never been more important. \nAs companies transition to compliance with the revised European Regulations\, the importance of this process for the success of the design and conformity assessment activities of an organisation are critical. \nRichard will be joined by Greg Thay\, Managing Director and Human Factors Consultant\, THAY Medical and they will be covering: \n– The regulatory requirement for Usability\n– General Safety and Performance Requirements\n– Integration with risk Management\n– Usability Engineering IEC62366 as a process based standard in product design\n– Documentation required\n– Common pitfalls \nPlus there will be time for the audience to ask questions. \nTO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE\, CLICK HERE\nThis free-to-attend event is held as part of the ACTIS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the ACTIS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the SEMLEP area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour and 30 minutes \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n \nRichard Young\, Managing Director\, AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\nRichard has an extensive background in regulatory affairs in addition to GMP (quality assurance)\, GLP (laboratory testing)\, and GCP (clinical). Spanning over two decades\, these core skill areas have been developed with experience in products ranging from class 3 devices such as Orthopaedic implants (IIb) neurological robots\, through electromedical devices such as infusion systems and cardio vascular products. \nRichard brings a blend of pragmatism and experience to these disciplines that facilitates insightful problem solving approaches as well as solid solutions. \nRichard’s skills and experience includes such areas as the development and implementation of effective quality management systems\, auditing to ISO and FDA QSIT standards\, and operating at national and international level through industry associations including Eucomed\, ABHI and ABHI Technical Policy Group. \nGreg Thay\, Managing Director and Human Factors Consultant\, THAY Medical – profile to follow \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-usability-engineering/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy MODULE E Live Q&A: Budget Impact & benefit analysis – understanding  and communicating the value of an innovation to an organisation
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nIn this module\, you will explore the importance of understanding value\, along with understanding the desirability and affordability of your innovation. It helps to understand the perspective of an organisation considering your innovation and what they would be looking for\, knowing this helps you to identify the benefits of your innovation as well as the value versus financial savings. \nAn often ‘ignored’ element in many analyses is the ‘cost’ of change and the ‘cost’ of an innovation\, this is explained and detailed here to articulate why and how these should be calculated to ensure accuracy and also credibility. Desirability and affordability are key traits for your innovation to be a success\, and this webinar makes you think about what traits your innovation has in order to be desirable to customers. \nPresenter / expert\nGlen Howard – Health Analytics Programme Manager\, EMAHSN 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-e-live-qa-budget-impact-benefit-analysis-understanding-and-communicating-the-value-of-an-innovation-to-an-organisation/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: MPD (HYBRID) Training Course: Medical Device Regulation in the EU\, GB & NI
DESCRIPTION:**Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control\, this event has been postponed**\nThis is a one-day course designed for those who need to better understand Medical Device Regulation in Europe\, Great Britain and Northern Ireland. \nComprehensive slides and information will be supplied on the day alongside a wealth of experience\, insights\, examples and methods. \nThis one-day course will help you better understand the:\no EU Medical Device Regulation;\no UK & Northern Ireland transitional requirements and timings regarding Brexit;\no How to classify your medical device;\no Gain useful insights into technical documentation and labelling;\no Gain useful insights into clinical evaluation\, usability\, and what really matters.\no Gain lots of insights into helpful guidance\, and white papers. \nPlus\, you will be able to ask ‘that question’ of one of the UK’s most experienced medical device consultants. \nPlease note that this course is available as both an in-person or interactive virtual event. When booking please state your preference in the comments section of the booking form.  \nTo view the programme and for further information (including target audience\, learning outcomes and speaker profile) please click on the Event Brochure or Detailed Course Content links below: \nEVENT BROCHURE \nDETAILED AGENDA \n\n\n\n\nMEMBER\nNON-MEMBER\n\n\nSTANDARD\n£210\n£300\n\n\nEARLY BIRD OFFER*\n£190\n£270\n\n\nVIRTUAL ATTENDANCE**\n£190\n£270\n\n\n\nAll prices are excluding VAT. \nBooking Details\nOnce we receive your booking form\, you will be sent a confirmation email and invoice. If attending virtually\, payment is required at least 3 working days prior to the commencement of the event to receive joining details. \n*EARLY BIRD OFFER – Book before 5pm on Friday 25 March 2022 (please note this offer does not apply to virtual attendance) \n**VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE : This is an interactive session via Microsoft Teams that will require the use of webcam and computer audio at all points throughout the training course. Prior to booking this option please ensure that your system allows the use of Teams\, webcam and computer audio.  Relevant documents for use on the day will be sent electronically. \nYou will have the ability to ask questions directly to our presenter at any point throughout the training course.  \nRefunds are not available for non-attendance. Changes made to bookings less than 3 working days prior to the course date will result in the loss of the early bird discount (if applicable) and a standard charge will apply. We reserve the right to charge an admin fee to any changes to a booking.  \nHow to find MeetPoint Midlands\nConveniently located off Junction 23a/24 offering easy access to Derby\, Nottingham and Leicester. The nearest train station is East Midlands Parkway which is 3.4 miles away. To help plan your journey\, please click here to visit the venue’s website. Complimentary on-site car parking is available \nVenue & Event – COVID-19 Compliance \n* Delegates must not attend if they are self isolating or displaying any COVID-19 symptoms (a high temperature\, new and persistent cough\, or a loss of/change in sense of taste or smell)\, even if these symptoms are mild \n*Delegates must not attend if anyone they live with have one of the above symptoms \n* The room will be laid out in classroom style with relevant spacing between tables \n*All rooms have a hands free hand sanitiser nearby \n*Social distancing measures will be in effect for all toilets \n*Delegates will be required to wear a face mask while moving around the venue\, but will be able to take them off during the training course \n*Individual boxes will be provided for lunch – with options for Meat eaters\, Vegetarian\, Vegan and Gluten Free
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-medical-device-regulation-in-the-eu-gb-ni-2/
LOCATION:MeetPoint Midlands\, Conference Centre\, 28 High Street\, Kegworth\, Derbyshire\, DE74 2DA
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Rudzki":MAILTO:info@medilinkem.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220526T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
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SUMMARY:Creating a Healthier Future
DESCRIPTION:Silverstone Technology Cluster \nJoin us for our next Wearable Technology Special Interest Group event at Silverstone Technology Park. \nWe have an exciting panel of speakers who will share their insights into the future of Wearable Technology and its varied application in the medical sphere. From smart sensing solutions\, new materials and human technologies\, this event will delve into ways wearable technology can be applied to create new healthcare/medical solutions. \nWe are thrilled to announce we will be joined by: \n\nZeke Steer\, CEO at Milbotix who will be talking about the progress he’s made towards commercialising his academic research and cover the importance of engaging with end users to identify unmet needs\, the mindset of ‘Research versus Engineering’ and raising early investment.\nStuart Wells\, Director at Location Extreme who will be presenting their new GPS safeguarding solution; ‘Meili GPS Safe’ – a next generation GPS tracking system with SOS and GeoFencing features that enables carers to be alerted when a patient or loved-one wanders\, and to be routed directly to their location via the Meili App.\nSimon McMaster\, CEO at Footfalls & Heartbeats who will present ‘Prehabilitation and rehabilitation in the 21st Century’\, focusing on the use of wearable technologies to increase the time provided for clinical prehab and rehab whilst allowing the patient to continue in their normal lives.\n\nand recently announced: \n\nDr Laura Salisbury founder of KnitRegen and Dr Gopika Rajan\, postdoctoral researcher soon to join the Royal College of Art\, present their revolutionary patent-pending smart textiles as a form of wearable physiotherapy for stroke rehabilitation. The audience will learn how this technology aims at addressing current problems with post-stroke treatment while prioritising end-user comfort\, identity and general well-being.\n\nBook your place today to be the first to find out how wearable technology can change the future of medical care and join the conversation with leaders and specialists from the industry. \nThis is a hybrid event held at the Silverstone Park Innovation Centre\, so please ensure you book the appropriate ticket. \nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE. \nTimings 9.00am – 12.00 noon.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/creating-a-healthier-future/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220610
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SUMMARY:Med-Tech Innovation Expo & Conference 2022
DESCRIPTION:8-9 June 2022\n\n\n\n\n\nMed-Tech Innovation Expo is the UK & Ireland’s leading event for medical design and manufacturing technology. \nExperience live demonstrations of the latest machines\, technology\, products and services while networking with more than 4\,000 designers\, engineers\, innovators and manufacturers from across the medical and healthcare sector. \nBe inspired by thought-leaders across three conference stages as they discuss the hottest topics in med-tech\, including regulation\, market access\, start-ups and more. \nDiscover new solutions\, materials\, machines\, applications and suppliers. Join the fastest growing event in med-tech. \nAll Medilink Members are invited to showcase their organisation at the expo as part of the Medilink UK Pavillion. A prestigious location within the expo\, with easy access to Medilink UK staff who will be on hand throughout the show to make introductions and signpost visitors to the Pavillion. The Pavillion pods are priced at £1\,300+VAT – for further information\, please contact victoria.dunsmore@rapidnews.com\nHear from industry leaders \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Med-Tech Innovation Conference\, in association with Medilink UK\, is now the UK’s key annual summit for medical device OEMs\, with a CPD-accredited programme that offers high-level thought leadership from the sector’s biggest names. \nProduced by Medilink UK\, the Conference stage has played home in the past to leading figures from Boston Scientific\, Roche Diagnostics\, NHS England\, Innovate UK\, and the MHRA to name just a few. \nLearn about the regulatory and market access challenges and opportunities from those with senior-level insights\, take the opportunity to question policymakers and influencers\, and network with a first-class line up of speakers. \nYou can access the full speaker list and conference programme by registering for the event. Once registered\, you can favourite the sessions that interest you and manage your diary for the show. Registration is free and takes minutes. \n\n\n\n\n\nExhibit – increase visibility\, credibility and sales\n\n\n\n\n\nYour stand is the platform to generate hot new leads and engage with existing customers; accelerating your sales process and supporting business growth plans. Visitors are highly engaged\, many with direct purchasing power and the intention to do business on the day. \nWith thousands of visitors from the medical engineering\, design and manufacturing community\, you will meet decision makers and influencers from designers and project engineers to research and development and production professionals. \nAs an exhibitor\, you will have the opportunity to increase brand awareness\, boost your profile in the industry\, meet suppliers who will help your business grow and learn about innovative new developments in the world of medical technology. \n\n\n\n\n\nMedilink members receive a discount on exhibition stands – To find out more on exhibiting please direct enquiries to victoria.dunsmore@rapidnews.com\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more on the show and the benefits here https://med-techexpo.com/
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/med-tech-innovation-expo-conference-2022/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220608T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220608T233000
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SUMMARY:In-Person Event: Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2022
DESCRIPTION:The prestigious Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards\, held in association with Med-Tech Innovation\, celebrates the outstanding business achievements\, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the past year. \nFinalists earn nomination to the national Medilink UK Healthcare Business Innovation Awards through victory at the regional awards\, making the national awards ceremony the thrilling culmination of a year-long competition. During the awards ceremony\, we also celebrate the Med-Tech Innovation Awards which commend innovations in medical technology across six exciting categories. \nThe winners will be announced at the special black tie awards ceremony\, taking place on 8th June 2022 and includes a drinks reception followed by a three-course gala dinner\, drinks at your table and entertainment throughout. As in previous years\, this will be a sell-out event so keep an eye out for the announcement of ticket sales! \nFor further information please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-medilink-uk-healthcare-business-awards-2022/
LOCATION:Hilton Birmingham Metropole\, Pendigo Way\, Birmingham\, B40 1PP
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Heather":MAILTO:info@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220614T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
CREATED:20220525T091728Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: EU Interreg AiBle: Rehabilitation in Robotics Design
DESCRIPTION:AiBle is a 3-year cross-border EU Interreg project about an upper-limb rehabilitation exoskeleton robot based on AI and cloud computing. \nThe workshop objective is to create a discussion platform on intersections between the fields of rehabilitation\, robotics\, and human-computer/robot interaction. \n\n\n\n12:30 – 12:40\nWelcome and Introduction to AiBle\nProf Zhaojie Ju\, University of Portsmouth (UK)\n\n\n12:40 – 13:05\nDesigning human gait patterns in rehabilitation: methods & results\nMatthieu Masselin\, CEO\, Wandercraft\n\n\n13:05 – 13:30\nRobotic systems for rehabilitation and neuroscience: Complex to simple\, to very complex\nProf. Etienne Burdet\, Professor of Human Robotics\, Faculty of Engineering\, Department of Bioengineering\, Imperial College London\n\n\n13:30 – 13:40\nScreen Break\n \n\n\n13:40 – 14:05\nExoskeleton interfaces and movements coordination\nDr Nathanaël Jarrassé\, CNRS Research Associate\, Institute of Intelligent Systems and Robotics\, Sorbonne University\, Paris\n\n\n14:05 – 14:30\nRobo K: Gait Rehabilitation Device\nDr Pauline Harmon\, BA Healthcare\, Pacè\n\n\n14:30– 14:55\nRehabilitation robotics design and control problematics: From ABLE 7D Reference Design to AiBLE Rehabilitation product\nPhilippe Garrec & Alexandre Verney\, CEA List\n\n\n14:55 – 15:00\nClosing Comments\n \n\n\n\n  \nTo book your place at this free online event\, click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-eu-interreg-aible-rehabilitation-in-robotics-design/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220616T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
CREATED:20220525T084659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T100456Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Food Supplements Special Interest Group (SIG)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note that this event is in-person attendance only* \nThe next Food Supplements SIG in partnership with JensonR+ is taking place at Charnwood Campus and will cover the following: \n– Marketing Oversights – Over the Counter Food Supplements\n– Cannabidiol (CBD)\n– Probiotics\n– Impact of Brexit – Updates since Oct 2021 \nFull programme and speaker biographies to follow.\n\nTo book your free place\, please complete the online booking form below.  Please note the booking system is not automated and a member of the events team will confirm your place to you soon. \n		\n					\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n									\n					\n						\n									BOOK NOW\n					\n					\n				\n								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n		\n  \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £445\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the INSTILS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Derby/Derbyshire/Nottingham/Nottinghamshire area and is open to all.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-food-supplements-special-interest-group-sig/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Teresa O'Rourke":MAILTO:info@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220623T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
CREATED:20220616T005210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T005210Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Clinical Trials\, Data Protection and You
DESCRIPTION:The next Afortiori Special Interest Group\, “Clinical Trials\, Data Protection and You”\, will take place online on Thursday 23rd June. \nClinical trials\, by their very nature\, usually involve a large amount of sensitive personal data. The control and processing of personal and sensitive data means that specific data protection laws apply to Sponsors of clinical trials. Join us alongside leading experts Nicola Wall and Amy Ford to learn more about what this means in practice as you plan and implement your clinical trial. \nBOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY\nSpeakers: \n \nDr. Nicola Wall is the founder and CEO of Afortiori Development\, a clinical trials company that addresses the need for improved clinical trial design\, planning and management to promote efficient and cost effective clinical trials for all types of products. She has an exceptional background within the pharmaceutical\,  medical technology and healthcare sectors with over 22 years of diverse experience across a range of therapeutic areas for a number of large and small clients spanning all areas of clinical development. She has worked closely with a number of emerging companies providing guidance and support for the clinical development journey. Afortiori Development have built an impressive global team of clinical trial specialists\, clinicians and biostatisticians with experience in adult\, paediatric and neonatal clinical research\, and both primary and secondary healthcare settings. \n \nAmy Ford is a highly skilled and experienced information governance practitioner. She is passionate about using new\, innovative digital solutions to make the best use of Big Data in a lawful and secure manner. Before joining Kaleidoscope\, Amy held a number of information governance roles in the health sector. Most recently\, she was the Head of Information Governance for NHS NEL Commissioning Support Unit. Amy leads the team to ensure delivery and project management of consultancy services are running smoothly and she deputises for the managing director. \nThis free-to-attend event is 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. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the Leicester/Leicestershire area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour and 30 minutes
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/clinical-trials-data-protection-and-you/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="Teresa O'Rourke":MAILTO:info@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220629T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
CREATED:20220304T131310Z
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SUMMARY:Mediwales Connects
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: MediWales Connects\nDate: Wednesday 29th June \n \nDescription\nThe only event of its kind for the health and care community\, MediWales Connects is an all Wales NHS collaboration conference \nNHS colleagues from across Wales\, local companies and the wider industry sector will join to share clinical innovation in practice to improve patient outcomes. \nThe event includes presentations\, workshops and networking. \nThe aims of the conference are to: \n·     Highlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by the health and care communities in Wales. \n·     Improve collaborative working between the health boards\, industry and research communities. \n·     Raise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK. \n·     Support closer working relationships between industry\, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities. \nProgramme \n·     Building on the excellent work that has been done around innovation adoption\, we will consider the challenges involved in scaling change and adoption of new products\, services and processes that deliver impact for patients across the whole NHS. \n·     Showcasing new technologies\, digital health and NHS innovations \n·     This NHS led event includes keynote presentations\, interactive workshops and networking \n·     NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales\, as well as the wider industry sector\, will share clinical innovation and insights to improve patient outcomes. \n·     Over 350 delegates from clinical and care communities\, industry and academia from across Wales and the UK. \nFor more information click here
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mediwales-connects-2/
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220630T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy Module F live Q&A Session: Constructing an NHS business case & pathway mapping
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nThis webinar focuses on what a business case is and the importance of one for innovators to provide decision makers\, stakeholders and the public with a management tool for evidence-based\, transparent decision making. \nThis module also touches on ‘the five case model’\, which you will be able to use when creating your own NHS business case. Many people know how to create a standard ‘business case’\, but very few understand how to create an NHS/healthcare ‘business case.’ \nFinally\, the pathway mapping section of this module is a key part for you to think about how your proposal contributes to the achievement of NHS policy/priorities and trust objectives and plans. \nPresenters / experts\n\n\nVictoria Townshend – Lead Change Manager\, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust  \n \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n Sally Robinson – Head of Contracts and Partnerships\, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust  \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-f-live-qa-session-constructing-an-nhs-business-case-pathway-mapping/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001457
CREATED:20220617T111421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T111833Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual event: Data and Devices: How the NHS Can Help You Develop Your Product
DESCRIPTION:An Engagement Event for SMEs Delivered by University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT in Partnership with DEMAND-Hub \n\n\nDEMAND Hub (Data-Enabled Medical technologies AND Devices Hub) is an ERDF-supported programme for the Black Country\, Greater Birmingham and Solihull\, Coventry & Warwickshire\, and Stoke-On-Trent & Staffordshire LEP regions. \n\n\n\nThe support offered by University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) has a particular focus to navigate the complex and changing landscape of health data use which can influence business and clinical decisions. UHB has a number of pathways and systems to provide licensed access to health data and consultancy. This includes two HDR-UK Hubs: PIONEER and INSIGHT. These Hubs have specific areas of expertise\, from acute care (PIONEER) to eye-health (INSIGHT). UHB can also provide grant application guidance\, regulatory support\, clinical evaluation\, and public and patient involvement consultancy. \nThe virtual engagement event will give SME’s access to credible experts and facilitate collaboration from across the NHS\, academia and our partners. It will bring together expertise and best practice to assist SME’s in developing and bringing their product to market. \nFor more information and to book your place\, click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/virtual-event-data-and-devices-how-the-nhs-can-help-you-develop-your-product/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220708
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: National Manufacturing Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday 7th July\, manufacturers across the UK will be inviting jobseekers through their doors – from school leavers and graduates through to those looking to reskill at all levels. \nIt’s an opportunity for the manufacturing sector to engage local communities\, raise aspirations and to showcase the diverse range of highly skilled and lucrative career pathways available across the manufacturing industry. \nMake UK are working with Government\, meaning that details of companies taking part in National Manufacturing Day 2022 will be circulated to job centres and schools across the UK. \nBy holding a National Manufacturing Day event\, you’ll not only join hundreds of other hosts in showcasing modern manufacturing jobs and technologies but also highlight the benefits that manufacturing provides to your community and the country as a whole. \nKeen to be involved? Click here for more information.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-national-manufacturing-day-2022/
LOCATION:Nationwide
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy MODULE G Live Q&A: Building Evidence for your Healthcare Innovation
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nThis webinar makes innovators aware of the regulatory compliance that needs to be followed within the NHS. \nIt highlights why having evidence for your innovation is vital and goes into detail on how you can obtain the relevant evidence that the NHS needs. It further devolves on how ones’ device can be deployed or incorporated in a patient or hospital pathway along with how to make a health economic case. This module will cover value proposition\, what applies to digital technology and the differences within this sector. Finally\, it will walk you through gathering evaluation evidence for your customers. \nPresenters / experts\n\n\nPhilip Miller – Evaluation Researcher\, EMAHSN \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n Mike Watson – Digital Lead\, EMAHSN \n  \n  \n  \n  \n Dr Sarah Bolton – Business Manager CHEATA
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-g-live-qa-building-evidence-for-your-healthcare-innovation/
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