Medilink Midlands

Finance and Funding Landscape & Opportunities
2019-05-22 09:30 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Novotel Cardiff, Schooner Way, Cardiff, CF10 4RT
MediWales is working in collaboration with Geldards, Brewin Dolphin and PwC to provide the second event in their Finance and Funding Series. This event will highlight the current Funding and Finance landscape and opportunities.
See the Draft Programme below for more information.
DRAFT PROGRAMME
9 – 10 : Registration
10-10.30 Welcome and introduction – Gwyn MediWales
SESSION 1: Funding Map & Sources of Funding and investment – Chaired by Justin John (MediCentre)
Discussion around a TRL map or similar to illustrate the opportunities, gaps and expertises of companies on their fund raising journeys.
Funders give short presentations on their area and company support available through their programmes
– Jon Wood – Innovate UK
– INVITED: Development Bank
– Christian Kumar – Capital Kinetics
– Matteo Radice – RedKnight Consulting
SESSION 2: Company and funders panel
Companies talking about their experiences and journey
– Sarah Bolt – Forth
– Andrew Mearns Spragg – Jellagen
– Graham Dixon – Neem Biotech
– Ian Bond – Bond Digital Health
– Mark Bowman – Pulmon IR
– Paul Morgan – Biovici
– INVITED – Cotton Mouton Diagnostics
Break – Networking
SESSION 3: Support for spin outs and start ups – Chaired by Andrew Evans (Geldards)
Panel discussion support available / short presentations as applicable
– Geldards – Andrew Evans
1- 2 pm Lunch : Partnering / surgery one to one meetings
For further information and to register please click here.

Marketing Planning workshop
2019-05-16 09:30 - 13:30 | BioCity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, NG1 1GF
Following the success of their previous workshops, V Formation is holding a series of marketing & PR training sessions aimed at marketers who are looking to get to grips with some of the fundamental elements of marketing, or wish to sharpen their existing skills and knowledge.
As well as having an opportunity to add to and refresh their knowledge and skills, participants will also have the chance to network and share their challenges and experiences with those in similar roles.
Workshop 1 – Marketing planning
This workshop provides participants with an overview of the key fundamentals of marketing strategy and planning and will cover:
-The difference between strategy and planning
-They key elements of the marketing planning process
-Setting objectives
-Creating the physical plan – tips and tools
-Measuring effectiveness and ROI
During this session we will share lots of practical tips and tools, as well as examples of planning templates that participants can take away and utilise in their workplace.
Cost: £150 +VAT per participant
Alternatively, there is the option to book all four workshops for the discounted price of £400 + VAT.
To ensure the workshops are as interactive as possible, numbers are limited to 10 participants. These workshops tend to be popular, so early booking is advised.
For further details and to book your place please click here.

D2N2 Digital Conference & Expo 19
2019-05-16 08:30 - 15:45 | The Nottingham Belfry, Mellors Way, Off Woodhouse Way, Nottingham, NG8 6PY, United Kingdom
The Chamber’s annual D2N2 Digital Conference & Expo 19 takes place on 16 May 2019. The conference will celebrate the success of the D2N2 Digital Growth Programme (DGP) and will be an opportunity to promote the transition of the DGP into the Growth Hub. They are expecting around 300 delegates from across the D2N2 region to attend the Conference.
One of the key elements of the day is the Expo which will be an opportunity for you to be on hand to answer any questions and offer advice on what help is available to SMEs across the region. This is a chance to showcase your own business support programme to an engaged audience who will be part of the next phase of the D2N2 Growth Hub project.
There are a limited number of stands available for the Expo so if you are interested can you please complete the registration form as soon as possible. Confirmation will be sent by email if a space has been allocated for you.
Please note the Expo is only open to publicly-funded projects.
To view the full conference programme and to register, please click here

Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2019
2019-05-15 10:00 - 2019-05-16 17:00 | NEC Birmingham, Hall 2, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Med-Tech Innovation Expo is the UK and Ireland’s leading showcase for medical design and manufacturing technology – the only event serving the whole of the £27bn UK and Irish medical technology sector. Med-Tech Innovation Expo brings together the medical engineering and manufacturing community; 200+ companies from all areas of the medical device supply chain engaging with over 4,000 visitors across 2 action-packed days.
On the show floor, visitors will see the entire spectrum of advanced technology, materials and solutions alongside the centrepiece Med-Tech Innovation Conference and a host of engaging show features.
Medilink UK Pavilion
Exhibit under the Medilink UK brand on the Medilink UK Pavilion (F10 – floorplan here), there are 12 pods available for members of Medilink and the cost is £850 plus VAT for the 2-day show. Take a pod and these are just some of the benefits:
– Personalised pod with your company logo/graphics
– Lockable storage/power to your pod
– Promotional opportunities prior to/during the show
– The pavilion is in a prime location at the entrance to the show
– No hassle/minimum costs, we manage the build and and prepare everything for you
To view details and to download the booking form, click here. To discuss the pod availability call Becky Sharpe on 0115 822 3154 or click here to email.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – click here to go straight to the online booking form
More information on the conference, show and further elements of the Expo will be available over the coming months for now visit the dedicated website by clicking here.

Diagnostics for Health and Wellbeing
2019-05-09 09:30 - 13:45 | Woughton House, Newport Road, Woughton on the Green, Milton Keynes, MK6 3LR
This event will look at Diagnostics for Health and Wellbeing.
This 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.
Presentations will include:
– Translation of space know-how to Solutions in Diagnostics
– Interpreting the Behavioural Response of Dogs when Screening Biological Samples for Compounds Produced by Diseased Cells
– Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for In-Vitro Diagnostics
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Delivering Business Impact through Innovation
2019-05-01 08:00 - 10:30 | Enterprise Centre, Bridge Street, Derby, DE1 3LD
This breakfast event in partnership with The University of Derby will provide an invaluable opportunity to find out how to deliver Business Impact through Innovation.
In a short breakfast event, the event will provide:
– Opening Doors for Productive Partnerships
– Knowledge Exchange for Business Innovation & Growth
– Networking
1-2-1 appointments available at the end of the presentations:
– Appointments with individual members of The University of Derby – Business Engagement Team are available on demand.
To book your 121 appointment, please add details to the ‘additional information’ section on your booking form.
The University of Derby are Proud Patrons of Medilink EM, to read more click here.
This event is free to attend, spaces are limited and priority will be given to members of Medilink.
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2019 MedTech London Conference & 2nd Mayor of London Business Awards
2019-04-30 16:30 - 20:00 | Hill Dickinson, Broadgate Tower, 20 Primrose Street, London, EC2A 2EW
SEHTA and the GLA in conjunction with sponsors MedCity are pleased to announce the date of the 2019 MedTech London Conference, including the 2nd Mayor of London Business Awards.
This year’s conference and awards will take place on Tuesday 30th April at the offices of Hill Dickinson.
Attend to hear the latest updates on the sector and to find out who the winners are.
The programme is currently being finalised, but register your interest today as places are limited.
Please note that the organisers will be reviewing all registrations and confirmations will be sent out no later than 12th April.
Click here to register your interest.

3D Printing- tool or toy? Breakfast Event
2019-04-30 07:45 - 09:30
Over recent years, 3D printing has generated huge global interest as a novel technology, but it now needs to demonstrate its capability to reliably deliver value in real-life applications.
The University of Nottingham is at the forefront of 3D printing research and in this talk, Dr Martin Baumers will present the latest results on the performance of 3D printing in real-world applications. He will touch on some of the challenges of the technology, like integration with other manufacturing methodologies, quality assurance and cost.. He will also provide an insight into the type life-changing items that researchers are pushing the technology towards being capable of producing; things like prosthetic limbs, complex pharmaceutical devices and advanced engineering components.
Attend this breakfast event to gain an insight into this rapidly evolving technology, network with other businesses and learn something new.
30 April 2019 – 7.45-9.30am, Sir Colin Campbell Building, Jubilee Campus, Nottingham
Book your free place: https://ingenuitygateway.com/the-industrial-value-of-3d-printing/

EU MDR Software/Al Medical Device CE Marking Workshop
2019-04-24 10:30 - 16:00 | Hempsons, 100 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7AN, United Kingdom
SEHTA, Psephos Biomedica & Mosaic Surgical would like to invite you to attend our EU MDR Software/AI Medical Device CE Marking Workshop.
Why attend
There has been an explosion of new digital health technologies such as mobile health apps and artificial intelligence and software medical devices. To sell software and AI as a medical device in the UK and Europe it must have the CE mark. The EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) is in its implementation phase and will be fully effective from May 2020. All medical devices including new digital health technologies will need to comply with these new regulations.
This one-day event will provide an overview of the
-Software/AI medical device CE Marking Process, Software Device Classification and Conformity Assessment, Technical File including & Quality Management & Post Market Surveillance & Vigilance and the opportunity to hear from your peers.
Costs to attend: – You will be invoiced separately after registration
SEHTA Members: £240+ VAT per delegate
SEHTA non-members :£280+ VAT per delegate (it’s free to join SEHTA – Please click here)
Special Offer if you book 2 workshops in advance
£430 + VAT SEHTA Members / £510 + VAT SEHTA non-members per delegate
Series 3 workshop is on Technical File on 12th June
For further details and to book, please click here.

Finance and Funding Series: Partnering Event for investors & life science companies
2019-04-12 09:30 - 13:00 | Capital Building, Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4AZ
The first in the “Finance and Funding Events” series, MediWales are collaborating with BIC Innovation to deliver a ‘Meet the Investor’ partnering event in Cardiff on 12th April.
Life Science companies looking for investment this is an opportunity to engage with key investor organisations.
– 1-to-1 face to face meetings with investors
– Pre-arranged ahead of the day
– Opportunity for up to 8 consecutive meetings
FREE TO ATTEND FOR MEDIWALES MEMBERS
For further information or to discuss in more detail please click here to email us or call 07793554791.

MedTech Connects SMEs to Universities London South Bank University Showcase
2019-04-11 09:30 - 15:00 | London South Bank University, Keyworth Centre, London, SE1 6NG
SEHTA, London South Bank University & the GLA would like to invite you to come along to this FREE showcase to meet leading academics involved in business development activities through the Health and Wellbeing Institute.
Over 150 British SMEs and major companies have commercial partnerships with LSBU, and many more as part of research collaborations. LSBU can provide idea validation for proof of concept, product/process/service testing and evaluation services, in addition to being a strategic R&D and education partner.
LSBU has excellence in the following fields:
• Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research
• Centre for Biomedical Engineering and Communications (BIMEC)
• Centre for Applied Research in Improvement and Innovation (CApRII) in Health and Social Care
• Sport and Exercise Science Research Centre
After presentations showing how LSBU can support business needs, there is a “Meet the Academics” session where attendees can have a 15 min 1:1 conversation with the academic(s) and their department colleagues to explore collaboration possibilities. There will also be the opportunity to visit some specialist facilities by request. Places bookable upon registration.
Click here to view the full agenda, inc a list of all the speakers
Also as part of this showcase, you’ll hear not just from leading academics from LSBU, but also learn about the latest NIHR Funding Programme AND hear about the Simulation for Digital Health programme supporting healthtech start-ups and SMEs and the KTP Scheme by Innovate UK
This event is being organised jointly by SEHTA & LSBU and is part of the MedTech London programme, which is supported by the GLA.
Please note that places are limited and subject to review based on application and London-focus. Confirmation of your place will be 29th March at the latest.

Infectious Diseases Special Interest Group (SIG)
2019-04-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Leicester Conferences Stamford Court, University of Leicester, Manor Road, Oadby, Leicestershire, LE2 2LH
Farm to Fork: A one health approach to reducing antibiotic resistance.
3 April – The Infectious Disease SIG is the second of a two part interest group initiative and will explore the links between food production and antibiotic resistance in the environment and the impact this can have on health.
Presentations will include:
-Introduction to RUMA (Responsible Use of Medicines in Agriculture)
-Pigs and One Health: Disease and Antibiotics
-Manipulating the microbiome: a tool for sustainable animal production?
-Cross-disciplinary approaches to tackle antimicrobial resistance in agriculture – are we doing it right?
There are also opportunities to present during the event. The presentation slots are available for SMEs to share their technologies, products and services to the audience. Each presentation will be 5 minutes long. To register your interest please click here.
This 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.
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7 March – THIS EVENT HAS NOW PASSED. This event looked at the impact of the microbiome, influence of probiotics (what they are and how they are regulated) and how to innovate in this area. Click here for further details & to view presentations from this event.

Preparing to Raise Funds for your Business and the Legal Implications
2019-03-28 08:00 - 10:30 | BioCity, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, NG1 1GF
This breakfast event in partnership with Mills & Reeve will provide an invaluable opportunity to find out how to Prepare to Raise Funds for your business and the Legal Implications. In a short breakfast event, the event will provide:
– What are Investors looking for?
–What the process is really like for Investors and the Company
– Getting ready for Investment
– Networking
– Opportunity for 1-2-1 appointments
1-2-1 appointments available at the end of the presentations
To make sure you get an appointment with the appropriate consultant or attorney please add details to the ‘additional information’ section on your booking form.
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Mills & Reeve are Proud Patrons of Medilink EM, to read about the company and Patronage click here.

7th Quality by Design Symposium - How can industry better support National Healthcare Systems
2019-03-26 08:00 - 17:00 | The Venue@DMU, 20 Western Boulevard, Leicester, LE2 7BU, United Kingdom
Quality by Design (QbD) is a science and risk-based approach to the development and manufacture of medicines and healthcare products that enable cost effective delivery of products over their lifecycle.
This event brings together leading industry experts, regulators and academics, to share best practice and research aligned to the QbD agenda, as well as to discuss progress in ‘real life’ QbD implementation.
Presentations will include; Digital Transformation, New Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, and re-thinking the way the Pharma Industry operates, and the exhibition hall will provide the right environment for discussion with experts from industry.
Keynote Speaker: Dr Line Lundsberg
Line runs her own consultancy business, Lundsberg Consulting Ltd, supporting clients in developing and manufacturing pharmaceutical products, and has a role as Global Technology Partner within NNE, a global pharma engineering company.
Confirmed speakers:
– Dr Walkiria Schlindwein – Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics at Leicester School of Pharmacy
– Professor Dana Brown – Pro Vice-Chancellor/Dean, Faculty of Business and Law and Principal, Leicester Castle Business School
– Dr Indra Joshi – Digital Health and AI Clinical Lead (NHS England)
– Professor Kendall Pitt – Senior Technical Director in Global Manufacturing and Supply for GlaxoSmithKline
– Professor Melissa Hanna-Brown – Associate Research Fellow, Pfizer UK
– Dr Andrea Johnston – CMAC EPSRC Centre Manager
– Dr Alastair Coupe – Senior Director, Drug Product Design, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pfizer Ltd, Sandwich UK
– Dr Helen Muirhead – Senior Vice President Respiratory Medicines at GMPharma Limited
– Professor Mike Hannay – Managing Director East Midlands Academic Health Science Network (EMAHSN) and Chair of the AHSN Network
– Professor Gordon Muirhead – President of GMPharma Limited, a Pharmaceutical Consultancy
For more information and to book your place, click here to visit the event website.

MPD Training Course: European Medical Device Directive (MDD) Basics and Transition to the Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
2019-03-21 09:00 - 16:30 | MeetPoint Midlands, Conference Centre, 28 High Street, Kegworth, Derbyshire, DE74 2DA
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. The clock is ticking and time is running out. To ensure you are ready for the MDR attend this informative training course.
Comprehensive slides and information will be supplied on the day alongside a wealth of experience, insights, examples and methods.
In just one day the course will cover:
– What is and what is not a medical device
– Who is involved
– Insights into guidance and standards
– What is CE marking and why the ‘Blue Guide’ matters
– An introduction to the MDR plus key considerations and timelines
– Understanding the role of economic operators
– How to classify your device under both MDD and MDR
– How to choose a regulatory route to market and why a quality system approach is important
– What is required in technical documentation
– Labelling insights
– Brief comments on clinical evaluation and MDD2MDR planning considerations
To view the programme and further information (including target audience, learning outcomes and speaker profile) click on the Event Brochure link below.
Member cost: £ 200
Non-Member cost: £ 300
All prices are excluding VAT
Once we receive your booking form, you will be sent a confirmation email and an invoice.
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EU MDR Softward/AL Medical Device CE Marking Workshop
2019-03-20 10:30 - 16:00 | Hempsons, 100 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7AN, United Kingdom
SEHTA, Psephos Biomedica & Mosaic Surgical would like to invite you to attend our EU MDR Medical Device CE Marking Workshop.
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL.
Why attend
To sell a medical device in the UK and Europe it must have the CE mark. This process is currently in transition. The new EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) is in its implementation phase and will be fully effective from May 2020. All medical devices will need to comply with this new legislation. Companies are starting to make the transition and new technologies are going to need to comply with the new regulations.
This one-day interactive event will provide an overview of:
MDR CE Marking Process and the role of a Notified Body and Competent Authority
MDR Device Classification
MDR Conformity Assessment routes for class I, IIa, IIb and III products
Compiling Technical Files, Clinical Evaluation Reports & the Declaration of Conformity
Eudamed, Labelling and Language translation
MDR Post Market Surveillance & Vigilance
Outcomes
Gain an overview of the new EU Medical Device CE Marking Process
Understand the key areas of compliance required
Understand the technical documentation that should be in place for each device
An opportunity to discuss next steps, action plans and areas requiring clarification
Target Companies:
Medical Device companies and Pharma companies with combination products.
Target Market:
C-suite, executives, product owners, medical officers, regulatory and clinical specialists within a company that need to understand the overall requirements of the new Medical Device Regulation for their medical devices to enable them to place a device on the market and to maintain access after May 2020. All company sizes will find it useful, but particularly helpful for smaller, resource constrained organisations
To view the programme or to register please click here.

Medilink East Midlands Spring Networking
2019-03-19 17:00 - 20:00 | We are Pioneer Group Nottingham, Innovation Building, (formerly BioCity), Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, NG1 1GF, United Kingdom
Book now for our Spring Networking event, an evening of networking, food and drink. The evening will provide a great opportunity for members and non-members to network in a relaxed environment.
Programme
5pm – Registration, drinks and networking
5.45pm – Welcome by Darren Clark, Chief Executive, Medilink EM
5.50pm – Presentation by Toby Reid, Chief Executive, BioCity Group
6.05pm – Food and drinks
8pm – Event Close
The evening is free for members of Medilink.
Non-member cost: £30 plus VAT
Spaces are limited to 3 per company/organisation.
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CANCELLED: Smart Materials in Healthcare
2019-03-12 09:00 - 13:30 | Woughton House, Newport Road, Woughton on the Green, Milton Keynes, MK6 3LR
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
This event will look at the applications of smart materials in healthcare.
This 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.
Presentations will include:
– Novel nanoparticle radiosensitisers for cancer therapy
– Electrospun nanomaterials for drug, nutrient and packaging applications
– Surface engineering of plasma and deposition of nanomaterials on to flexible substrates for inactivity pathogens to antibacterial activity

International Trade in 2019 and Beyond
2019-03-12 08:30 - 11:30 | Gowling WLG, Two Snowhill, Birmingham, B4 6WR, United Kingdom
The future of the UK’s international trade landscape remains unclear. There are still questions as to where we are heading in terms of the UK-EU relationship. This poses a number of challenges for businesses that are dependent on cross border trade with the EU, and require an understanding of what measures can be taken to keep goods moving across the border, in the event of a No Deal Brexit. In parallel to the EU-UK negotiations, there are discussions underway that would potentially lead the UK to forming or extending trade relationships with other territories. These new trade arrangements, so called Free Trade Agreements “FTA”s, will offer new or improved market access opportunities for those businesses that are positioned to take advantage and understand the requirements placed on an exporter of goods or services.
Whilst it is not possible to predict the Brexit status by the 12 March, undoubtedly a viewpoint on the common challenges and opportunities around international trade and the associated compliance requirements will be invaluable. The agenda below has been kept deliberately open and will be flexed according to the position of the UK and Brexit at the time. This event will be hosted by Ursula Johnston and other trade and regulatory specialists who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Brexit update and what does the current position mean for the Life Sciences sector;
Customs compliance for cross border trade: common challenges and solutions;
An introduction to Free Trade Agreements;
International trade, contracts and Incoterms; and
Adapting to a new regulatory environment.
This event is in partnership with Gowling WLG and Medilink West Midlands.
Hot drinks and pastries will be available on arrival.
To book please click here

Concept Development and Quality Management Systems
2019-03-07 09:30 - 16:00 | Millenium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG, United Kingdom
This one-day event will provide you with an overview of the requirements for the concept design phase of a medical device. Plus:
-Assist you in assessing your company’s current readiness for implementing a QMS
-Give you a clear, practical guide to the next steps that you and your company need to take to move through to the next design phase
Outcomes
-Understand the key areas of concept development required
-Gain an overview of the regulatory and quality management system requirements for a concept medical device
-Understand the technical documentation that should be in place for this stage of device development
– Explore early stage risk management and next steps planning
To find out more and to book your place, please click here.

Food Supplements Special Interest Group (SIG)
2019-03-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Discovery Building, BioCity Nottingham, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, NG1 1GF
Probiotics and the Gut Microbiome.
As part of a two part special interest group initiative, Farm to Fork, with our sister SIG, Infectious Disease (co-ordinated by Dr Katie Laird, DMU) we are looking at the nutrition perspective of microbiology, namely probiotics and why a healthy gut is important. Micro-organisms are integral to our health and wellbeing. In these two networking meetings we shall be exploring how the role of micro-organisms both good and bad are pivotal to our continued health.
7 March – This event will look at the impact of the microbiome, influence of probiotics (what they are and how they are regulated) and how to innovate in this area.
This 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.
Please note: Individual registration is required for each event. By clicking BOOK NOW you will be registered for 7 March only.
3 April – The Infectious Disease SIG will explore the links between food production and antibiotic resistance in the environment and the impact this can have on health. Click here for further details.
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mHealth App National Workshop
2019-03-06 12:30 - 17:00 | Hempsons, 100 Wood Street, London, EC2V 7AN, United Kingdom
SEHTA and ORCHA are holding this workshop on mHealth Apps to help innovators working on app development for mHealth Apps to understand the technical requirements and evaluation for your innovation.
The NHS and national health bodies across the world are revolutionising services through the integration of digital health solutions, leading to more patient-centred and efficient care. Frameworks guide the identification of health apps that will safely make the biggest impact in terms of improving outcomes.
As a developer, it can be hard to know what technical requirements and evaluation will be imperative, and how to navigate the system to ensure the right people know about your innovation.
This workshop aims to give developers clear guidance, helping to get to the right market with the right product, fit for NHS and worldwide quality standards.
Come and be part of the day, to learn:
What the app accreditation landscape is across the UK, EU and globally
What interoperability and data sharing with clinical data sets is and what it means for you?
How to get traction in the NHS and the public sector
How to build a ROI case for your product
The day will consist of quick pace presentations followed by panel discussions. Be ready with your questions!
To view the programme and register your interest please click here.

Welsh Life Science in London 6 March
2019-03-06 10:00 - 18:30 | CMS Cameron, Cannon Place, 78 Cannon Street, London, EC4N 6AF
As part of Wales Week in London, One Nucleus and MediWales are working together to showcase ‘Welsh Life Science’ in London on 6 March 2019.
Wales possesses excellence in life science research, leading to the discovery and development of innovative medicines, devices and diagnostics.
There is an opportunity for the researchers to work more widely with companies, investors and researchers beyond the Welsh border.
To address this challenge, One Nucleus and MediWales are collaborating to deliver an event during Wales Week in London to highlight and discuss the opportunities that exist for collaboration between our respective networks.
There are strengths across multiple therapeutic areas in Wales with the key focus of this event being:
• The research and trends in the Welsh Life Science sector
• Oncology
• Neuroscience
• Translational Research & Clinical Development
• Company Showcase

Preparing your NHS Business Case
2019-03-05 09:30 - 15:30 | Northampton Saints Rugby Club, Franklin's Gardens, Weedon Road, Northampton, NN5 5BG, United Kingdom
This interactive and informative event on ‘Preparing your NHS Business Case’ will enable you to prepare better business cases with input from the EMAHSN staff.
This free to attend event is being 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.
During the event you will also learn about:
– What is a business case, what is its purpose and why it is so important?
– Who reviews the business case and how are they evaluated from a commissioning point of view?
– How to construct a good business case
The Challenge as a supplier to the NHS is often that when you have a product which from your perspective improves patient outcomes and saves cost you still cannot get it adopted by the NHS. This is often because there is not a fully developed business case, without this a group within the NHS interested in taking on board a new product or service are unlikely to get approval of the case for change before procurement of the innovation can proceed.
Organisations that supply to the NHS are often challenged by the process, timescales, evidence and documentary requirements. This can often seem like an unnecessary complication, or simply a reason to not issue a purchase order. A good business case is fundamental to successful adoption and developing a long term business partnership. Preparing the business case can also be difficult for your NHS contacts because they are busy or not experienced in their preparation and often even more difficult for companies with little or no experience of the process.
Due to limited seating numbers are now restricted to one delegate per organisation.
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Business Case Template

Continuing Healthcare
2019-02-28 10:00 - 13:00 | A15, Ingenuity Centre, University of Nottingham, Jubilee Campus, Triumph Road, Nottingham, NG7 2TU, United Kingdom
In collaboration with NHS England, the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network is hosting an Innovation Exchange event on 28th February 2019 to explore digital innovation in the area of Continuing Healthcare.
If you are involved in the provision of solutions supporting Continuing Healthcare you will be aware of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS funded nursing care report and the expectations it places on Clinical Commissioning Groups.
Based on feedback from commissioners regarding the challenges presented in meeting the required Continuing Healthcare standards, the five Sustainability and Transformation Partnerships (STPs) in the East Midlands are keen to explore how innovative digital solutions could assist in addressing some of these challenges. The EMAHSN is, therefore, hosting an half-day Innovation Exchange event.
To register for this event please click here

Sensing and Imaging for diagnostics, detection and monitoring
2019-02-28 09:00 - 13:30 | Notts County Football Club, Meadow Lane Stadium, Meadow Lane, Nottingham, NG2 3HJ, United Kingdom
This event will share a wide range of developments in sensing and imaging technologies which can be used in new medical devices to improve diagnostics, detection and monitoring of clinical signs.
Presentation topics include:
– Sensing inside the cell with miniaturised analytical devices
– Sensing and imaging at micro and nano-scales using non-invasive biophotonic techniques: for diagnosis, toxicity assessment and other clinical uses
– Optical and physiological monitoring – from textiles to critical care to surgical instrumentation
– From sensing data to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tools focussing on data analysis
– Utilising 3D tracking technology and systems for healthcare diagnostics, detection and monitoring
Plus the whole process of developing medical devices from bench to bedside will be discussed combining industry, academia and NHS input with the opportunity to explore new collaborations
This 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.
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Brexit Briefing
2019-02-21 08:00 - 10:00 | Discovery Building, BioCity Nottingham, Pennyfoot Street, Nottingham, NG1 1GF, United Kingdom
This breakfast event in partnership with Maetrics Ltd and Shakespeare Martineau LLP will provide an invaluable opportunity to find out the key legal and regulatory issues impacted by Brexit.
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This event is free to attend, spaces are limited and priority will be given to members of Medilink

Medical Fair India
2019-02-21 - 2019-02-23 | Pragati Maidan, Metro Station, Mathura Road Near, Railway Colony, Pragati Maidan,, New Delhi, Delhi, Delhi 110002, India
ABHI will again be organising the UK Pavilion at Medical Fair India: India’s No. 1 Trade Fair for Hospitals, Health Centres and Clinics.
With India expected to rank amongst the top three global healthcare markets by 2020, now is the time to forge connections and invest in this dynamic market. Spaces for this ever-popular show are limited and it is anticipated that the event will sell out.
DIT TAP grants are also available up to the value of £2,500 (subject to eligibility).
To take advantage of this opportunity by exhibiting, please complete the below forms by Monday, 3rd of December and send them to Alison Cassells at the ABHI, via email, by clicking here
Book an Exhibition POD here
Book a Shell Scheme here

Special Interest Group on Infection Prevention
2019-02-14 09:30 - 13:30 | Belton Woods Hotel, Belton, Grantham, NG32 2LN, United Kingdom
If you’re interested in Infection Prevention, then this Special Interest Group will be of interest to you.
Drawing on leading speakers and researchers in Infection Prevention, this event will cover important topics such as:
– Understanding the role of disinfectants and how resistance mechanisms are developed
– Technological advances in detection of contamination and disinfection
– Testing and development of antimicrobials for resistance in MRSA
– Comparing persistent and non-persistent infections and their treatment
The event will be highly interactive and opportunity will be given to engage with both speakers and other delegates.
Opportunities available to present for 5 minutes to showcase your products/services that are relevant to this event – click here to email your interest.
This free to attend event is being held by Medilink EM and the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network, under our joint project LARIS (Lincolnshire & Rutland Innovation Support). The project aims to provide Innovation Support for Medical and Life Science businesses based in Lincolnshire & Rutland – to find out more, click here.
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Speaker Profiles
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Medilink West Midlands: Medical & Healthcare Business Awards 2018
2019-02-07 17:30 - 21:00 | The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre, Hill Street, Birmingham, B5 4EW
Medilink West Midlands invites you to join us for an evening of celebration and entertainment at the 2018 Medical & Healthcare Business Awards on Thursday 7 February 2019.
Hosted at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre, a fabulous venue in central Birmingham, the evening will consist of plenty of networking opportunities and surprises along the way! Make sure you grab yourself a glass of wine and enjoy the festivities, before sitting down to a deliciously prepared 3 course meal.
The Awards Ceremony will begin after the meal, where you will get the opportunity to meet each of the Awards Sponsors as they present the prestigious awards to each of our winners for the evening.
To view the agenda for the evening and to book your place, please visit the Medilink West Midlands website here.
