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SUMMARY:Interactive tool webinar: new product verification\, validation and testing
DESCRIPTION:Join The Open University and InterAct for the launch of a tool for designing customer and regulation focused verification\, validation and testing (VVT) plans for your new product or technology development. This event aims to demonstrate why the industry should invest and how they can focus on critical product verification\, validation\, and testing activities focused on key “Voice of customer” (VoC) and “Voice of Regulation” (VoR) concerns.\nMany low or zero-emission technologies for decarbonisation are still in prototype phases that need coordinated development and enhanced testing across different uses and stages of development (HM Government\, 2021). However\, new product/technology verification\, validation\, and testing processes are highly complex for both technology developers and the industry who want to adopt these technologies. \nHow will this event benefit my business?\nJoining this session will demystify the complex process with case studies\, break down the steps of the VVT process\, and demonstrate this process using an online interactive tool. \nThe tool will be freely available for the participants to use in their business context and provide feedback for further development. Participants will also be able to collaborate in future case studies\, provide input on the research direction\, and co-create useful solutions tailored to them. \nAgenda:\n\n10.00 : Welcome and Introduction – Dr Khadija Tahera\, The Open University\n10.20: Keynote Talk – Dr Andrew Halfpenny\, Director of Technology – nCode Products\, Hottinger Bruel and Kjaer UK Ltd.\n11:00: The process and tool: case study – Dr Khadija Tahera\n11.40: Live Q&A\nHow you can get involved – – Dr Khadija Tahera\, The Open University\n\n  \nClick here to book your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/interactive-tool-webinar-new-product-verification-validation-and-testing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="The Open University":MAILTO:julia.g.freear@open.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240327T093000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Medical Technology Manufacturing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: The medical technologies manufacturing industry is an essential engine for the Midlands’ economic growth\, innovation\, healthcare improvement\, global trade\, skills development\, and healthcare resilience. This multifaceted role underscores its importance in both the regional and national contexts. \nIn this workshop\, attendees will: \n\nExplore together the visions and future business models for the sector.\nJointly identify the drivers that change the sector.\nIdentify the organisational changes required and how to prepare for them.\nSuggest the broader ecosystem capabilities needed in readiness for this future.\nCo-create a plan of action for the kinds of change everyone can invest in and trust.\n\n  \nInterAct will take you through the foreseeable changes that lie ahead and work with you to develop the flexibility that will allow you to pivot to be equally productive and sustainable in different scenarios\, delivering progress with purpose. \nThe InterAct Future of Digital Manufacturing Ecosystems research team has published a vital report that brings you the information you need\, at your fingertips\, outlining four potential future scenarios and the associated opportunities for the manufacturing world. \nThe four potential alternatives for the digital manufacturers of tomorrow we suggest are: \n\nProductivity Powerhouse\nFlexibility as Standard\nSustainability Champion\nHappy and Sustainable Workforce\n\n  \nThis is an important opportunity to anticipate future technological changes and plan to be prepared for developments in AI and other future technologies and make the necessary changes sooner rather than later to keep our region’s manufacturers competitive. \nClick here to register your interest.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/the-future-of-medical-technology-manufacturing-workshop/
LOCATION:The Manufacturing Technology Centre\, Ansty Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU
CATEGORIES:Other Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Loughborough University":MAILTO:event@remed.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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SUMMARY:Digitalisation – The pathway to Net Zero Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub – a solution for UK businesses to reveal the value in their hidden factory data\, backed up by real-world case studies and dynamic Energy Insight/Impact tracker demos. Ready to get involved?\n\nSEHTA are delighted to bring you this webinar session by Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) – a project funded through Innovate UK to support small and medium-sized manufacturers to become more competitive by harnessing the power of data. \nCost to attend:  £25 +VAT for SEHTA & Medilink members\,  £35 +VAT for non-members \n\nPresenter – Simon Coward\, Director\, Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH)  \n \nSimon will explain the SMDH Project and how they can help your business including – \n\nSMDH – The solutions\nWhat is the Value in my data?\nCase Study\nDemo of our Energy Insight/Impact trackers\nHow to get involved
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/digitalisation-the-pathway-to-net-zero-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SEHTA":MAILTO:info@sehta.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T113000
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SUMMARY:Health Innovation East Midlands Surgical Innovation Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Health Innovation East Midlands (HIEM) would like to invite innovators who provide solutions which can positively impact our local surgical pathways (from initial referral to post operative care) to apply to showcase their innovation at our next Surgical Innovation Exchange.\n\nThe event will take place virtually and will allow innovators to present their solution to an audience of NHS colleagues across the region. \nHealth Innovation East Midlands consulted with patients and stakeholders in the East Midlands to outline the key challenges experienced both working in and navigating through the local surgical pathways. The innovations and innovative solutions that they will be selecting to showcase at this event will directly address these challenges. Presentations from innovators will be followed by a Q&A session with NHS colleagues\, and HIEM can help to facilitate connections between NHS colleagues and innovators following the event. \nClick for more information and to apply for your place.\n*Application window open until Tuesday 19th March 2024 at 12pm.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/surgical-innovation-exchange/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240411T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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SUMMARY:Avoiding FDA holds - import with success into the US
DESCRIPTION:Details\nWebinar hosted by YSDS Life Science \nAvoid FDA Holds \nThe essential steps for importing your FDA related product into the US with success. \nAs thousands of other pharmaceutical companies\, you may be struggling with importing your pharmaceutical products into the US. \nThe FDA (Food & Drug Administration) is an agency with rigorous rules & regulations that acts as a protective wall around North America\, and only allows products to pass that have checked every single box on their long lists. \nJoin our webinar to learn: \n\nAbout the FDA\, their purpose and processes\nThe important steps of meeting FDA regulations\nWhat to do if your product is put on an “FDA hold”\n\nOur speakers will unravel the way towards FDA clearance and give you the best tips & tricks for succeeding with your US imports.  \nPlease click here to register your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/avoiding-fda-holds/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240420
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SUMMARY:Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to announce we’ll be joining over 500 exhibitors with a presence at MACH24\, as part of the Engineering Supply Chain Show 2024\, co-located in Hall 6 of the NEC. Attendees will also have the chance to hear from InterAct Co-director\, Professor Jan Godsell\, as she discusses all things InterAct. \nInterAct will be based on a stand located at 6-681 on the show floorplan\, by the Seminar Theatre. We’ll be engaging with businesses from across the manufacturing sector\, sharing the latest insights and outputs from the wide range of projects we’ve funded. \nAs part of our participation\, Professor Jan Godsell will be delivering a talk entitled ‘From Human Insight to Human Action – InterAct and the Future of Manufacturing’. Taking place as part of the seminar programme on the Seminar Theatre stage from 14:00 – 14:30\, Tuesday 16th April. This talk will provide an overview of our full programme of research. Professor Godsell will be highlighting some of the key themes of our work and showcasing how our insights can support sustainability\, resilience\, productivity\, and wellbeing. \nTo register your place\, please click here.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/engineering-supply-chain-show-2024/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240416T100000
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SUMMARY:Partners and Pastries - Business Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join TBAT Innovation and Medilink Midlands for the Partners and Pastries Breakfast Networking Event.\nThe event will take place at Charnwood Campus in Loughborough on Tuesday 16th April\, from 8am.\nAttendees can expect: \n\nSpeed networking: Engage with a diverse group of professionals in a relaxed setting\nBreakfast refreshments\nIntroduction by Sam Stephens\, Founding Director\, TBAT Innovation\nBrief overview of Medilink Midlands by Jo Bekis\, Head of Partnerships\, Medilink Midlands\n90-second pitch opportunities from TBAT partners\n\nPlease note: Partners are invited to take a 90-second pitch slot – selected Partners will be advised prior to the event. If you are interested in pitching\, please email jor@tbat.co.uk. \nAttendance is free of charge\, but registration is essential. Please register using code MM15 (limited to one place per organisation).\nClick to book your place.\n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/partners-and-pastries-business-networking-event/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus  Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, Charnwood Campus Loughborough\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240319T113216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T122757Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Important Regulatory Matters for Medtech Companies
DESCRIPTION:Join Medilink as we host a Regulatory event as part of WMHTIA\, created in collaboration with Regulatory experts JensonR+.\nSessions will focus on the following topics: \n\nDesign for Compliance: Early approaches to regulatory compliance in the design phase.\nUK Regulatory Roadmap for Medical Devices – Looking to cover both hardware and software based medical devices.\nAccess to Medical Device Markets: Access to Medical Device Markets: UK\, EU\, Switzerland\, US and China offers significant strategic and growth potential.\n\nSpeaker Information\nTom Wood\, Regulatory Manager\, Medical Devices\, JensonR+\nTom has many years of experience in both medical device companies and in notified bodies as an auditor and technical expert. He has worked in both CE and UKCA marking alongside ISO 13485\, ISO 9001 and MDSAP. Tom joined JensonR+ Ltd in May 2023 to lead their medical device services. Since joining JensonR+ he has worked with many of our clients both new and existing in developing their quality management systems\, preparing regulatory submissions and supporting drug device combination products for our pharma clients. \n  \n \nVictoria Caldy\, Business Development and Marketing Director\, Cisema\nVictoria has over 25 years’ experience in diverse health-related companies including helping to build a class III medical device company from the bottom up which included navigating international regulatory approvals. More recently\, Victoria has been advising Life Sciences\, Cosmetics and Health Food companies worldwide\, from start-ups to MNCs\, on the best regulatory pathways to market in China and how to maintain compliance in such a complex market. \n  \n  \n\nTo read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project\, click here. \nFor more information on the wider project\, click here to visit the WMHTIA website. \nThis event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA\, a project funded by the Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology\, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-important-regulatory-matters-for-medtech-companies/
LOCATION:Scarman Conference Facility at Warwick Conferences\, University of Warwick\, Coventry\, CV4 7SH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Linsey Horsepool Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240417T163000
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SUMMARY:People & Recruitment Workshop - Retaining the best people you can
DESCRIPTION:This free-to-attend online workshop\, running as part of the Innovation Challenge\, is designed to delve into the people and recruitment solutions you need to know in order to support your business growth. Discussion around problems and challenges with opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of barriers within people and recruitment – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace. \nThe Innovation Challenge has been designed by a group of well established experts\, to stimulate and support innovation in SMEs by leveraging the expertise of our unique partner network. \nThis event is one of four interactive workshops\, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate\, grow and succeed.  All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend\, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge. If you would like to find out more about the application process\, please click here. \nThis informative People & Recruitment workshop will consist of short presentations\, Q&A’s\, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/people-recruitment-workshop-retaining-the-best-people-you-can/
LOCATION:TBC\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T123056Z
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SUMMARY:City of Mentor Lunch Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Mentor\, Ohio\, USA for their SME Delegation Visit to the UK and hear from the CCO of the Cleveland Clinic London.\nThe City of Mentor\, a regional economic hub just 20 minutes east of Cleveland\, Ohio\, USA is integral to the healthcare ecosystem that exists in Northeast Ohio with two-hundred plus manufacturing firms and special emphasis in the Medtech/Biotech space as the home of STERIS Corporation.\n\nThe US delegation will highlight opportunities for business in the United States and will be joined by William Rowberry\, Chief Commercial Officer from the Cleveland Clinic London\, recognised as a world-class health care provider and also has a hospital in Mentor\, Ohio.\nMaximum limit of 20 companies to attend this event – registrations accepted first-come first-serve so apply early  \nTarget audience:  UK SMEs from Lifesciences\,  MedTech\, Healthcare\, Health Technology\, Diagnostics\, Medical  Devices\, Digital Health\, IVD\, Innovators\, Clinicians\, Academics sector\, who are interested in accessing US markets.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/city-of-mentor-lunch-networking-event/
LOCATION:Hill Dickinson\, Broadgate Tower\, London\, 20 Primrose Street\, London\, EC2A 2EW
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SEHTA":MAILTO:info@sehta.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240422T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240415T145558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T190335Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: City of Mentor Networking
DESCRIPTION:The City of Mentor\, a manufacturing\, professional\, and retail economic hub located just outside Cleveland\, Ohio\, USA that is Ohio’s 5th largest manufacturing center and 6th largest retail center can be your company’s gateway to the US market. \nWith their connections with numerous entities in the United States\, particularly in healthcare\, aerospace\, and precision manufacturing\, the City of Mentor’s concierge-based approach can provide many benefits for small to medium sized firms looking to explore connections and investment opportunities in the North American market. \nThe Greater Birmingham Transatlantic Chambers of Commerce and City of Mentor invite you to join them at an exclusive Business Reception at The Alchemist\, Birmingham. \nJoin us for the opportunity to meet with key contacts as part of this delegation that have travelled to the UK to explore business partnerships. \nSchedule \n\n5:00pm: Guest Arrival/Networking\n5:45pm:Welcome from GBTCC/City of Mentor\n6:00pm: Networking\n7:00pm: Event close\n\nRefreshments and canapes will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nSome of our international members will be at this event and you can join us to celebrate our fantastic international partnerships. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to network with your fellow transatlantic members! \n\n\nBooking\nMember Price: Free\nFuture Faces Members: £15\nNon-Member Price: £50 \nBook Here\n\nEvent sponsorship available for just £250+VAT
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/city-of-mentor-networking/
LOCATION:The Alchemist\, Colmore Row\, Birmingham\, B3 2DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240425
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SUMMARY:IN PERSON: Making Pharmaceuticals 2024
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s leading free-to-attend Pharmaceutical Exhibition and Conference takes place in person at the Coventry Building Society Area. This annual event brings together expert speakers\, leading suppliers and hundreds of industry professionals from across the whole supply chain\, for two days of new thinking\, new products and new connections. \nKey event features include: \n– 7 conference streams dedicated to GMP and GDP\n– 90+ speakers\n– 100+ Exhibitors with products and services to support your business from discovery to distribution\n– 3 networking zones\n– Awards dinner\n– Free parking and breakfast when you arrive before 10am \nFor more information on attending or exhibiting\, visit www.makingpharma.com
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-making-pharmaceuticals/
LOCATION:Coventry Building Society Arena\, Judds Lane\, Coventry\, CV6 6GE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240425T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240415T191635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T191751Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: How a LIMS Supports Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:Concerned about your lab data security? Interactive Software are delighted to be hosting a free\, live webinar on Thursday 25th April from 2.30pm – 3.30pm for Laboratory Managers and professionals who would like to understand more about how a LIMS can support cybersecurity. \nThe agenda will include: \nTraining and Awareness\nProtecting User Accounts\nRegular Software Updates and Patch Management\nAccess Control and Privilege Management\nNetwork Security Measures\nBackup and Disaster Recovery Planning\nData Encryption\nContinuous Monitoring and Threat Detection\nVendor and Third-Party Risk Management \nWe will guide you through how a centralised\, secure laboratory information management system that uses modern data encryption methods\, authentication protocols and technology can protect your valuable data while still providing connectivity with your other systems to give scientists what they need to carry out their research and testing activities. \nFor more information and to register your interest\, please visit: https://loom.ly/_dcthJ8
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/how-a-lims-supports-cybersecurity/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240430T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240319T112016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T110301Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Planning Ahead for Clinical Evidence
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin Medilink and partner Afortiori Development for an in-person event which will be about planning ahead for clinical evidence and preparing adequately for this.\nThe event will cover:\n\nPart 1: Introduction to Commercial Clinical Development. What is a clinical development plan? Why do I need one?\nPart 2: Trials and trial design considerations \, Regulatory requirements & guidelines\, ethical considerations\, trial set up\, trial oversight\, site selection\, systems requirements\nPart 3: Trial oversight\, patient recruitment\, quality assurance\, safety monitoring\, trial data reporting\n\n  \nKey Objectives for attendees:\n\nKnow what your Sponsor responsibilities are where a trial is concerned\nBe clear about what happens and when in planning and undertaking a clinical trial\nIdentifying preliminary project timelines for any project and be able to see how various changes impact overall timelines\n\n  \nSpeaker information\n \nDr. Nicola Wall\, PhD and  Chief Executive Officer at Afortiori Development Ltd\nNicola founded Afortiori Development to address the need for improved clinical trial design\, planning and management to promote efficient and cost effective clinical trials. She has an exceptional background within the pharmaceutical\, medical technology and healthcare sectors with over 20 years of diverse experience. She has managed multiple projects across a range of therapeutic areas for a number of large and small clients spanning all areas of clinical development including regulatory\, data management\, safety\, quality and organisational effectiveness. Nicola has also managed global clinical trials in Oncology and Neurology with responsibility for 29 countries across the entire clinical trial process. She excels in strategic planning\, process re-engineering\, systems implementation and organisational design. She has also worked for a number of years as an independent consultant for the UK national health service working on hospital operational planning\, business cases and ways to implement new models of care.\nNicola is passionate in her desire to work with highly motivated and respected peers in addressing unmet medical need. Nicola believes that integrity\, transparency and efficiency combined with experience and motivation results in the most successful projects and clinical studies.\nShe attained all three of her degrees at the University of Manchester in the UK including her PhD in Economics that focused on patterns of innovation in the pharmaceutical Industry. \n  \n\nLiz Ralph\, BSc and Chief Operating Officer at Afortiori Development Ltd\nLiz has worked in a variety of roles in the industry for over 20 years across clinical operations groups in a global CRO environment. She has monitored and managed a large number of clinical trials in all phases\, healthcare settings and a number of countries before moving to a quality\, process and training role\, which included experience of regulatory inspections. This allowed her to develop a sound and extensive knowledge base to foster a strong embedded quality culture with a focus on continual process innovation and effective training for those working in clinicaloperations roles.\nLiz has additional valuable experience in patient perspectives of participation in clinical trials gained whilst working in a large UK Clinical Research Facility actively delivering hundreds of clinical studies across 2 hospital sites in a large UK teaching hospital. During this time she led in patient and public involvement in clinical research for the Facility and worked nationally as part of a UK wide patient and public involvement network which aimed to ensure that patient and carer voices are prominent in research delivery in the National Health Service in the UK.\nLiz is committed to designing and delivering clinical research with the potential to add significant value to the lives of patients and their families by developing accessible treatments for unmet clinical need. \n  \n \nHelen Hunt\, Assistant Programme Manager – Knowledge Mobilisation at Health Innovation West Midlands\nHelen has worked for Health Innovation West Midlands for 8 years and previous to that she has worked as an operational manager in the NHS acute care setting for 16 years.   During her tenure\, she has undertaken multiple roles\, starting with frontline patient-facing positions right up to senior management positions overseeing large departments. These positions have covered a large cross-section of NHS landscape including cancer services\, operational management\, health informatics and R&D. Helen is a trained Prince 2 practitioner\, with her post graduate certification in Health Management specialising in Quality Improvement & Patient Safety.  She is passionate about connecting people through knowledge mobilisation to allow real world evidence to be generated. \n  \nTo read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project\, click here. \nFor more information on the wider project\, click here to visit the WMHTIA website. \nThis event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA\, a project funded by the Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology\, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-planning-ahead-for-clinical-evidence/
LOCATION:Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham\, 245 Broad Street\, Birmingham\, B1 2HQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Linsey Horsepool Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240501T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Rehabilitation Technologies Strategic Innovation Gateway
DESCRIPTION:In Association with: \nMedilink Midlands are delighted to be sharing that our first Strategic Innovation Gateway Event on Rehabilitation Technologies will take place this May.\nJoin us\, Loughborough University\, University of Nottingham and Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust to find out “What the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) can do for you?”. \nThe NRC’s aim is to bring research\, innovation\, education and training alongside clinical practice to drive excellence in rehabilitation \nThe NRC programme received formal Government approval in 2023 for the £105million plans. Work is now progressing in earnest to create the 70-bed\, purpose-built and highly energy efficient new facility as part of the Government’s New Hospital Programme. \nThe specialist NHS facility will be built on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate near Loughborough\, home to the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre\, and will open to patients in 2025. \nThe aim of this event is to look at opportunities to build partnerships with a vision to harness funding opportunities. \nProgramme:\n9am – Registration\, refreshments and networking\n9:30am – Welcome\, Melanie Davidson\, Chief Executive Officer\, Medilink Midlands\n9:40am – The National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) Programme\, Miriam Duffy\, NRC Programme Director\, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust\n9:55am – Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Rehabilitation Priorities\, Wg Cdr Alex Scott – Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine and NRC Interoperability Project Lead\n10:05am – Rehabilitation Sciences – Working with Industry\, Professor Mark Lewis – NRC Academic Lead\, Loughborough University and Professor Pip Logan – NRC Academic Lead\, University of Nottingham\n10:20am – Case Study Project Spotlight\, Dr Jacqueline Hicks – Research Network Manager\, EPSRC Network+ in Rehabilitation Technologies\, University of Nottingham\n10:30am – Panel Q&A Session\n10:50am – NIHR i4i Programme Review\, Dr Helen Compton\, Stakeholder Engagement Manager\, NIHR\n11:00am – Break\, refreshments and networking\n11:30am -Working with the NRC to overcome pragmatic barriers and challenges in the use of rehabilitation technology\, Praminda Caleb-Solly – Professor of Embodied Intelligence\, University of Nottingham\n11:45am – Breakout groups: what would be useful to industry when looking to do R&I within the NRC\, with university and clinical partners?\n12:20pm – Feedback from breakout groups\n12:50pm – Closing remarks and next steps\n13:00pm – Lunch and networking\n14:00pm – Close \nCost and tickets:\n£20 plus VAT for members of Medilink\n£40 plus VAT for non-members\nTo receive the member discount code email info@medilinkmidlands.com \nCLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR PLACE
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-rehabilitation-technologies-strategic-innovation-gateway/
LOCATION:Charnwood Campus\, Bakewell Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 5RB
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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UID:29165-1714561200-1714566600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Healthtech Insurance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Medtechs are at the bleeding edge of innovation in healthcare\, which can often make sourcing suitable insurance a challenge.\n\nLuckily\, healthtech insurance specialists Superscript will be sharing everything you need to know to protect your start-up in this webinar. \n\nSEHTA has teamed with Superscript – an insurance broker for small businesses\, sole traders\, landlords and high-growth tech firms – to bring you this webinar session. \nAs the first UK-based insurtech to become a Lloyd’s of London broker\, Superscript offers advisory and broking services\, alongside a fully self-serve online platform. Its proprietary machine-learning technology and unique multi-carrier model streamline service and delivery – regardless of risk complexity\, geography or industry. \n\nFREE TO ATTEND  \n\n\n\nPresenter – Ella Henderson\, Medtech and Tech Specialist Account Manager \n \nElla will cover the fundamentals of healthtech insurance including – \n\nWhy healthtechs should bother with insurance\nThe types of insurance available to healthtech companies\nThe do’s and don’ts of insurance\nWhat to do once you have insurance
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/introduction-to-healthtech-insurance-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SEHTA":MAILTO:info@sehta.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240509T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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UID:26247-1715281200-1715297400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2024. \nThe evening will provide a stage to showcase the very best collaborations between industry\, academia and the NHS across the Midlands.  The evening will also be a celebration of 20 years of Medilink Midlands. \nWe come together each year to celebrate the achievements of life science companies\, which for 2024 will be held at the Athena\, Leicester\, a Grade II – listed events venue in the cultural quarter of Leicester City Centre. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity for the Midlands life science community to gather together\, celebrate and network. \nTicket Prices (excluding VAT): \nIndividual Member Fee – £120.00\nIndividual Non-member Fee – £155.00\nTable of 10 (member) – £1\,200.00\nTable of 10 (standard fee) – £1\,500.00 \n*Bookings are now closed for this event\, for any queries please contact: info@medilinkmidlands.com.\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-medilink-midlands-business-awards-2024/
LOCATION:Athena Leicester\, Queen Street\, Leicester\, LE1 1QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240416T083825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T114140Z
UID:29668-1715761800-1715792400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Bio Integrates 2024
DESCRIPTION:Engage with top executives in biotech\, CDMO\, supply chain\, and funding & investment to discuss the major challenges impacting the Biotech sector. Please click here to read the full agenda and learn more about the guest speakers. Medilink members have access to 25% discount. Please email info@medilinkmidlands.com for the discount code. \nYOUR IN-PERSON PACKAGE AT BIO INTEGRATES 2024 INCLUDES: \n\nA delegate pass to attend the in-person event in Cambridge\nAccess to all keynote interviews\, plenaries and panel discussions on the day\nAll refreshment breaks\, networking luncheon and drinks reception\nAccess to the exhibition\n\nPlease click here to register.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/bio-integrates-2024/
LOCATION:Angela Ruskin University\, East Road\, Cambridge\, CB1 1PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240418T114355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T074111Z
UID:29651-1715853600-1715866200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN PERSON Event: Design for Health & Med Tech Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Join Medilink Midlands for a comprehensive exploration of design in health and medical technology innovation\, hosted by Aston University as part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator. This event will dive deep into various aspects critical to bringing your groundbreaking ideas to life\, including: \n\nIntellectual Property - Protecting your innovations and securing a competitive edge. \nSustainability - Designing with a focus on environmental responsibility. \nManufacturing - Understanding the complexities of bringing your product to market. \nHuman Factors - Ensuring your design prioritizes user needs and safety. \n\nWho Should Attend:  \n\nHealth and med tech innovators (start-ups\, entrepreneurs\, researchers). \nProduct designers and engineers in the healthcare sector. \nInvestors and stakeholders interested in the future of health and med tech. \n\nEvent Highlights:  \n\nPart 1 – Engaging Presentations & Interactive Discussions (Morning): Gain insights from industry experts on the importance of each design factor. \nPart 2 “Dragon’s Den” Style Workshop (Afternoon): Pitch your current design to receive valuable feedback and advice from a panel of experts.\n\n*You can register your interest to participate in the morning and afternoon sessions on the registration page\, though due to limited places on the “Dragons Den” Style workshop\, companies on the WMHTIA will be prioritised.    \n  \nTo read more about Medilink Midlands’ role within the WMHTIA project\, click here. \nFor more information on the wider project\, click here to visit the WMHTIA website. \nThis event forms part of the West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) event series. Medilink Midlands are one of a consortium of delivery partners for the WMHTIA\, a project funded by the Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology\, Innovate UK and West Midlands Combined Authority (part of City Regions).
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-design-for-health-med-tech-innovation/
LOCATION:Conference Aston\, Aston University Aston Street\, Birmingham\, B4 7ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Linsey Horsepool Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240522T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240223T103119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T162907Z
UID:29054-1716382800-1716395400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Product Development & Protection Workshop - Design and protect your innovation
DESCRIPTION:This free-to-attend workshop\, which will run as part of the Innovation Challenge\, is designed to delve into the innovative solutions you need to know to fund your business growth. Discussion around problems and challenges with opportunities highlighted to reduce the effects of product design and protection barriers – supporting you on your journey to commercialisation and being a disrupter in the marketplace. \nThis event is one of four interactive workshops\, designed to support growing SME’s through the highs and lows of how to successfully innovate\, grow and succeed.  All of the workshops are open to the public and free-to-attend\, with no requirement to apply to The Innovation Challenge.  If you would like to find out more about the application process\,  please click here. \nThis informative and interactive Product Development & Protection workshop sponsored by Forresters IP will consist of short presentations\, Q&A’s\, comfort breaks throughout and a panel discussion towards the end.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/product-development-protection-workshop-design-and-protect-your-innovation/
LOCATION:TBC\, Birmingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240514T103025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T103041Z
UID:30232-1716469200-1716472800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Discover the Future of Medical Device Regulation: Unveiling the QMSR Transition
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to navigate the evolution of regulatory compliance in the medical device industry? \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Med-Di-Dia in partnership with Global Regulatory Services (GRS) as we unveil the groundbreaking shift from QSR to QMSR by the USFDA. \nDr. Shahram Ahmadi\, renowned expert in medical device regulations\, and Jacob Skinner\, seasoned consultant at GRS\, will lead you through this transformative journey. \nKey Highlights Include:\n\nInsider Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the QMSR framework and its implications for your organization.\nActionable Strategies: Learn practical steps to ensure seamless compliance with the new regulations.\nExpert Guidance: Benefit from the combined expertise of Dr. Shahram Ahmadi and Jacob Skinner as they share their industry knowledge and best practices.\nInteractive Q&A: Get your burning questions answered directly by our panel of experts.\n\nWho Should Attend: RAQA consultants\, Regulatory Affairs Managers\, Quality Assurance professionals\, and Medical Device manufacturers seeking to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and maintain compliance in a rapidly evolving landscape. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your regulatory strategy and propel your organization towards success. Reserve your spot today for this exclusive webinar experience! \nPlease click here to book your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/discover-the-future-of-medical-device-regulation-unveiling-the-qmsr-transition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Med-di-Dia":MAILTO:mdd@mddltd.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T125726Z
UID:30234-1716469200-1716472800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Discover the Future of Medical Device Regulation: Unveiling the QMSR Transition
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to navigate the evolution of regulatory compliance in the medical device industry? \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Med-Di-Dia in partnership with Global Regulatory Services (GRS) as we unveil the groundbreaking shift from QSR to QMSR by the USFDA. \nDr. Shahram Ahmadi\, renowned expert in medical device regulations\, and Jacob Skinner\, seasoned consultant at GRS\, will lead you through this transformative journey. \nKey Highlights Include:\n\nInsider Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the QMSR framework and its implications for your organization.\nActionable Strategies: Learn practical steps to ensure seamless compliance with the new regulations.\nExpert Guidance: Benefit from the combined expertise of Dr. Shahram Ahmadi and Jacob Skinner as they share their industry knowledge and best practices.\nInteractive Q&A: Get your burning questions answered directly by our panel of experts.\n\nWho Should Attend: RAQA consultants\, Regulatory Affairs Managers\, Quality Assurance professionals\, and Medical Device manufacturers seeking to stay ahead of the regulatory curve and maintain compliance in a rapidly evolving landscape. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your regulatory strategy and propel your organization towards success. Reserve your spot today for this exclusive webinar experience! \nPlease click here to book your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/discover-the-future-of-medical-device-regulation-unveiling-the-qmsr-transition-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Med-di-Dia":MAILTO:mdd@mddltd.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240603T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240603T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240228T195957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T084326Z
UID:29086-1717426800-1717437600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Welcome to the Midlands
DESCRIPTION:Medilink Midlands are hosting a afternoon reception on Monday 3 June at Birmingham Museums & Art Gallery to welcome delegations from overseas\, as part of the 4-day Midlands International Showcase Event\, which includes the following 4 events: \nDay 1:  Welcome to the Midlands\nDay 2: Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Global Business Conference\nDays 3 & 4: Med-Tech Innovation Expo \nThis afternoon reception will offer regional and international guests an introduction to the city’s culture and attractions. Plus\, the chance to meet and hear from Medilink Midlands\, and other key partners from across the med tech ecosystem\, introducing the 4-day international showcase\, and how to get the most from this event. \nA warm welcome is guaranteed\, and we look forward to making your visit memorable. \nWith thanks to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery for hosting this networking event\, and providing guests with the opportunity to explore the museums exhibition. \nProgramme: \n3pm: Registration\, Refreshments and Opportunity to explore the Victorian Radicals Exhibition\n4pm presentations from:\n– Welcome & Introductions\, Professor Martin Levermore MBE DL\, Chairman\, Medilink Midlands\n– Nikki Whitfield\, CEO\, Upperton Pharma Solutions\n– Robert Salt\, Director\, Salts Healthcare\n4:30pm: Canapes\, Drinks and Networking\n6pm: Close \n  \nSpeaker Profiles: \n \nProf Martin Levermore MBE DL\, Chairman\, Medilink Midlands\nProf Martin Levermore MBE DL\, Vice Chair for Nehemiah United Churches Housing Association (UCHA)\, CEO of Medical Devices Technology International Ltd (MDTi) and Chair of Medilink Midlands. He is also a Trustee of New Roots Charity and a Director of the Birmingham Commonwealth Association (BCA) as well as Executive Committee Member of the Greater Birmingham Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce. Martin is a Senior Associate of Royal Society of Medicine\, a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.  Martin has been published widely in several academic journals and hold appointments with Birmingham City University (BCU) as Visiting Professor for Health\, Education and Life Science and Honorary Consultant for Health Innovations with the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust. In December 2021\, Martin was appointed a Non Executive Director to the Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust. \n\nNikki Whitfield\, Chief Executive Officer\, Upperton Pharma Solutions\nNikki has 30 years’ technical and operational leadership experience gained in both Pharmaceutical Companies and Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. Working across a range of dosage forms with both small molecules and biologics\, Nikki has successfully led drug development programmes from early phase pharmaceutical development through to late stage and pre-launch stages covering all aspects of the programmes including technical design\, manufacturing\, process scale-up\, regulatory submission and clinical trial supply. Nikki has previously held senior management and executive roles at a number of emerging biotech\, large pharma and CDMOs\, providing technical and strategic leadership to ensure exceptional operational delivery of programmes from product concept to approval. \n\nRobert Salt\, Managing Director\, Salts Healthcare\nRobert is the Managing Director of Salts Healthcare\, one of the oldest family-owned businesses in the UK. Founded in 1701\, Salts Healthcare have been manufacturing in the West Midlands for over 300 years. Salts Healthcare now focus on ostomy related products and services\, with presences in over 25 countries around the world.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-welcome-to-the-midlands/
LOCATION:Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery\, Chamberlain Square\, Birmingham\, B3 3DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240604T170000
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UID:29106-1717506000-1717520400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Global Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in International Trade?\nOr looking at opportunities for your business? Start building business relationships and grow your network at the Global Business Conference. \nJoin Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce for their Global Business Conference to discuss new international opportunities for businesses. Looking at the current state for trade in the UK\, a global economic analysis and specialist panel discussions around key markets. The event will also include networking opportunities throughout the day. \nAgenda\n1:00pm: Arrivals and networking\n1:45pm: Welcome and introduction\, Henrietta Brealey\, CEO\, GBCC\n1:50pm: Ones to watch – Global Trade 2024 and beyond – what is the outlook for international trade for the West Midlands\n2:20pm: Going Global – Peer advice and insights on entering new markets\, expert insight on key markets and global opportunities\n2:40pm: Doing business with the USA – Bilateral trade and investment opportunities\, what next?\n3:20pm: Keynote TBC\n3:50pm: Internationalising Innovation – Innovation ecosystem in West Midlands\n4:20pm: Trading With – New and emerging markets for the region\, key policy developments\n4:50pm: Summary\n5:00pm: Close \nClick here to find out more and to register.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/greater-birmingham-chamber-of-commerce-global-business-conference/
CATEGORIES:Other Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T091049Z
UID:26653-1717578000-1717693200@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2024
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the UK & Ireland’s leading event for medical device manufacturing!\nMed-Tech Innovation Expo event brings together leaders\, engineers\, innovators and manufacturers\, connecting them with technology and innovation to facilitate the design and manufacture of life changing medical devices. \nThe UK is home to one of the largest medical technology industries globally with an annual turnover of £27.6 billion including over £5 billion in exports. It also leads the world in research capabilities with universities building on an existing rich history of ground-breaking medical innovations. \nAs the home of medical device manufacturing in the UK\, Med-Tech Innovation Expo is at the centre of this exciting sector and the exhibition showcases the entire ecosystem of market leading technology suppliers\, machines\, materials\, software and service providers. \nJoin us at Med-Tech Innovation Expo! \nFor more information on MTI Expo 2024\, click here \nTo enquire about exhibiting with Medilink Midlands as part of the Expo\, click here
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/med-tech-innovation-expo-2024/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240503T164049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T164049Z
UID:30066-1717585200-1717588800@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:HecoAnalytics Webinar - Analytics Software for evidence-based healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly health economic evidence is essential for products to be commissioned and gain adoption.\n\nSEHTA are delighted to bring you this webinar session with HecoAnalytics Ltd who provide a web-based economic decision making tool that allows a company to make instant health economic assessment of their product portfolio and that allows for different scenario planning in response to new development\, clinical or market data. \n\nDate:   Wednesday 5th June 2024 \nTime:  11:00 – 12:00 (BST) \nPlatform:  TEAMS \nFREE TO ATTEND  \n\n\n\nHecoAnalytics has an easy-to-use health analytics platform supporting MedTech companies on a personalised health economics (HE) journey. \nHecoAnalytics facilitation sessions start this journey and support companies with a suite of configurable tools that synthesise evidence data\, AI pathway and patient models with online health economic models. HecoAnalytics models grow in complexity over the course of each company’s HE journey as evidence and evaluations progress. \n\n \n\nPresenter – Dr Stuart Hendry\, CEO\, HecoAnalytics Ltd \nStuart will cover – \n\nThe need for health economic evidence to sell medtech\nNovel web tools for evolving health economic support\nLeveraging computing technologies for democratisation of health economics for developers and commissioners\nSecure cloud-based platform delivering visual health economics for innovators and commissioners\nAutomated health data analysis using the latest AI techniques\n\n\nTarget audience  \nC-suite executives in medtech and digital health companies; Product developers; Investors in medtech and digital health; Institutions involved in medtech and digital health venturing\, accelerators and incubation; Commissioners of medtech and digital health technology \n\nClick here to register your place.
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/hecoanalytics-webinar-analytics-software-for-evidence-based-healthcare/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SEHTA":MAILTO:info@sehta.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240430T185334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T103427Z
UID:29171-1718100000-1718103600@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Navigating the Risk Landscape in Life Sciences and Med Tech - The Key Considerations
DESCRIPTION:In today’s fast-paced business world\, the risk landscape is constantly changing\, posing new challenges for organisations in the life sciences and medtech industries. It is essential for these organisations to stay proactive and be prepared for the evolving risks they may face.\nTo help you navigate these risks\, join risk management experts and Medilink Midlands Patron\, Gallagher\, on the 11th of June for a webinar that will cover: \n\n The potential hidden risks your organisation may encounter in the future.\n The insurance trends and topics that will impact life sciences and medtech organisations.\n The crucial steps you can take to mitigate risk and ensure the longevity of your organisation.\n\n  \nSpeaker Biographies:\nSteve Bear\, Executive Director\, Financial and Professional Risks \nSteve is primarily responsible for coordinating the Gallagher London Management Liability sales and distribution effort\, with a focus on new business opportunities and nurturing partner and producer relationships. Steve specialises in complex D&O placements with a multinational angle\, as well as Pension Trustee Liability and Initial Public Offering Insurances. \nWith over 15 years of underwriting experience in the insurance industry\, having spent ten years at Chubb and five years at AIG prior to that\, all in the Management Liability space\, Steve joined Gallagher in November 2019. Adding experience and an underwriter’s perspective to the London Team\, which is vital for managing relationships and servicing clients in the market. \n  \n Tom Hooker\, Life Science Underwriter \nCelebrating his work anniversary\, Thomas has now been at CFC for six years. With five of those years being spent on the Life science team underwriting UK and Rest of World business. As a result of his time within the industry\, Thomas has first-hand seen the movement and growth of the industry sector\, whilst also understanding the implications it has on insurance requirements. Further reinforcing the importance of having a bespoke insurance arrangement to effectively meet the unique needs of Life science clients. \n  \n \nAaron Langthorne\, Life Science Underwriter \nCurrently employed as a Life Science Underwriter at CFC\, Aaron transitioned from the role of Assistant Life Science Underwriter a year ago. Aaron’s background merges experiences in both life science and insurance. Previously\, Aaron worked as a microbiology technician for a global pharmaceutical company and as a laboratory technician for a biotech firm. Aaron gained insurance expertise at Allianz\, where he worked on diverse lines such as marine\, fleet\, D&O\, professional indemnity and property & casualty. This diverse background equips Aaron to navigate the complexities of life science underwriting effectively. \n  \n  \n Andy Simmonds\, National Team Manager\, Risk Management \nA seasoned Risk Management Consultant with over 20 years’ experience leading teams of Risk Management Consultants. Committed to effective risk management\, Andy provides sound advice\, guidance\, and leadership to Gallagher clients of all sectors and sizes. As a Chartered Health & Safety practitioner (CMIOSH) and Fellow of the International Institute of Safety Risk Managers (FIIRSM)\, Andy prioritises practical solutions and drives impactful change\, contributing to organisational success and safety. \n  \n Andy Hall\, Account Executive \nHaving recently joined Gallagher\, Andy has over 25 years of experience working in the insurance industry. He possesses particular expertise in arranging commercial insurance programmes and providing risk management services for a variety of specialist industries\, including Life Sciences and MedTech. \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-navigating-the-risk-landscape-in-life-sciences-and-med-tech-the-key-considerations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:zoeh@medilinkwm.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240517T162357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T162734Z
UID:30370-1718787600-1718798400@www.medilinkmidlands.com
SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Medilink Midlands Members Forum
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly forum for Medilink Midlands members\, for those companies/individuals who want to support ongoing evolution of Medilink Midlands. \nThe next members forum which will be held at SMC Corporation (UK) in Milton Keynes\, will be an update and continuation from the last member forum event which was held in March. We’re working on making digital and innovative change to enhance the Medilink Midlands membership community experience\, and you’ll be one of the first to hear updates. \nThere will also be a Roundtable discussion for members to have their say\, aimed at establishing more insights into International interest. \n\nCountries members trade with now and why?\nCountries of interest for our members in the future and why?\n\nIf the invite to this Medilink Midlands member only event hasn’t reached your inbox\, please email info@medilinkmidlands.com to receive the details and booking link.  Online registration is essential. 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-medilink-midlands-members-forum-2/
LOCATION:SMC Corporation\, Crownhill\, MK8 0AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Linsey Horsepool Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Celebrating Innovation Support
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Medilink Midlands\, Anglia Ruskin University and Essex County Council for this celebratory event to learn about the fantastic support that has been given to the East of England region and what more there is to come.  This is a great opportunity to network and be informed\, delegates will include innovators who have participated in the Ambitious Essex Innovation Accelerator. \n  \n  \nThis event will highlight the successes from: \n\nABOVE project\, which has provided innovation support grants as well as sector-specific events around the themes of health\, performance and wellbeing. Medilink Midlands continue to partner with Arise Innovation Hubs to provide expert guidance to SMEs on how to overcome barriers to growth throughout their innovation journey.  Essex County Council has provided the funding for this project in support of their ten-year strategy to grow the life science\, DigiTech\, advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors\, leading to more opportunity\, jobs and growth across Essex.\nAmbitious Essex Innovation Accelerator: Igniting Startup Success\, the accelerator is passionate about transforming early-stage ideas into viable business ventures. Tailored specifically for pre-startup companies\, our accelerator programme provides the foundational support needed to navigate the initial and often most challenging phase of business development.\n\nThe programme for the afternoon\, is as follows: \n1pm – Lunch and Networking\n1.45pm – Welcome and introduction – Melanie Davidson\, CEO\, Medilink Midlands\n2pm – ABOVE Project – Jack Ellum\, Arise Innovation Manager\, Anglia Ruskin University\n2.10pm-  Case study – Ingrid Folland\, CEO\, Japeto\n2.20pm – Ambitious Essex Accelerator – Jack Daniels\, Sector Development Lead\, Essex County Council\n2.30pm – Case study – Emma Shelley\, founder\, Sip N Squeak\n2.40pm – Closing comments\, next steps for support in the region – Medilink Midlands\n2.50pm – Networking\n3:30pm – Close \n 
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-event-celebrating-innovation-support/
LOCATION:ARU\, 92 Tindal Building\, Alan Cherry Drive\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM1 1SQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240624T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240624T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212107
CREATED:20240514T113345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T105736Z
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: Intelligent Systems and Robotics in Health and Social Care: Interactive Workshop for Industry
DESCRIPTION:The EPSRC funded EMERGENCE Healthcare Technologies Network+\, led by Prof. Praminda Caleb-Solly\, would like to invite representatives from healthcare technology focused SMEs to attend an interactive workshop about intelligent and robotic systems in health and social care. \nThe EMERGENCE network aims to create\, foster and facilitate co-designed\, co-delivered and impactful research to accelerate the realisation of healthcare robotic technology as pragmatic and sustainable solutions for personalised\, affordable and inclusive assessment\, self-management and reduction of frailty. \nEnsuring that healthcare professionals\, such as carers and therapists\, are able to set up and proficiently use the technology is vital for enabling them to make effective use of emerging solutions enabled by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotic technology.  As part of the work package on future care workforce skills for integration of healthcare robotics into care we have been identifying gaps and requirements for these technologies from the perspective of healthcare professionals. \nThis workshop will provide companies who develop healthcare technologies with an understanding of what we learnt regarding these gaps\, facilitating a hands-on approach to reflective thinking on how this learning could be incorporated to improve and develop technologies so that they are more easily adopted by healthcare professionals. \nRefreshments and lunch will be provided\, free of charge. \nMore information\, including the draft agenda for the event and details of how to register to attend can be found on the EMERGENCE website: (https://www.emergencerobotics.net/events-and-network-activities/intelligent-systems-and-robotics-in-health-social-care) \nIf you have any questions about this event\, please do not hesitate to email the network – emergence@nottingham.ac.uk
URL:https://www.medilinkmidlands.com/event/intelligent-systems-for-frailty-interactive-workshop-for-industry/
LOCATION:University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus\, Nottingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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