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SUMMARY:East Midlands Microbiome Research Network (EMMRN) Research Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:Learn about microbiome research in the East Midlands \nThe East Midlands Microbiome Research Network (EMMRN) brings together expertise from across the region to showcase world-leading microbiome-related research and coordinate collaborative opportunities. The network is also working to influence policy at a national level. The EMMRN brings together a diverse group of researchers from Nottingham Trent University\, University of Nottingham\, University of Leicester\, University of Derby\, University of Loughborough and University of Lincoln. The Network takes a One Health approach to understanding the complexities of the microbiome and aims to capitalise on academic and industry expertise across human\, animal\, soil and plant microbiomes to facilitate multidisciplinary approaches to novel innovations. Bimonthly online seminars and research days facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration. If you would like to join the network\, please contact eastmidlandsmicrobiomenetwork@ntu.ac.uk. \nOn 3 July 2024 the EMMRN is holding its first Research Day\, at College Court\, University of Leicester. Registration is free. \n  \nWe invite applications from SMEs for innovation vouchers to support collaborative microbiome work with the NBIC Nottingham research team. Please request further information from nbic@nottingham.ac.uk and consider presenting a pitch at the event. \nEvent Details: \nThe programme will consist of: \n\nInvited talks covering a variety of hot-topics and challenges in the field;\n16 flash talks drawn from submitted abstracts and posters\nA panel discussion with a focus on influencing policy to address the levelling-up agenda\, to harness the concentrated collection of leaders in the microbiome field\, and provide an opportunity for raising awareness of this amongst the ECRs alongside giving them a forum to contribute\nSeveral networking opportunities throughout the day\n\nFull programme details will be announced in the coming weeks\, however\, we are delighted to confirm the following speakers: \n\nLindsay Hall (University of Birmingham): Human gut microbiome: infant microbiome and health\nFiona Whelan (University of Nottingham): The human microbiome in the context of microbial pangenomics\nJulie McDonald (Imperial College London): The mechanisms used by the human gut microbiota to protect against colonisation by multidrug resistant organisms\nRoberto La Ragione (University of Surrey): Veterinary microbiomes and their influence on AMR in the context of Zoonotic and food-borne infections\nMatt Hutchings (John Inness Centre): Environmental microbiome\nTania Dottorini (University of Nottingham): The application of Machine learning (Artificial Intelligence) to identify genes co-occurring in the microbiome with antimicrobial resistance using one-health studies
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LOCATION:College Court\, Knighton Road\, Knighton\, LE2 3UF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON EVENT: Unlocking Growth: Accounting & Business Strategies for Health & Med Tech
DESCRIPTION:Level up your Health & Med Tech Business at this West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator event!\nJoin us for an insightful session designed to supercharge your company’s growth. In partnership with Azets\, a leading accounting and business advisory firm\, we’ll delve into the secrets of maximizing your financial potential. \nHere’s what you’ll gain: \n\nCraft a winning business strategy: Leverage their experience to identify new market opportunities\, refine your go-to-market approach\, and navigate the financial landscape.\nUnlock hidden profits: Discover how to claim valuable R&D tax credits and optimize cashflow management strategies.\nMaster the art of financial planning: Gain insights on investment strategies and develop robust forecasting models for a secure future.\n\nThis event is your chance to gain a competitive edge\, ensure financial stability\, and propel your business to the next level. Don’t miss out – register today! \nAgenda Highlights: \n\n10:00am – Registration & Coffee\n10:30am – Welcome & Introduction by Danielle Hamill\, Azets\n10:40am – Guest speaker – Stuart Bentley\, R&D Director –  R&D\, patent box\, market strategy and grants\n11:10am – Break\n11:20am – Guest speaker\, Natasha Hill\, Corporate Finance Associate Director – Projections\, funding and presenting to investors\n11:50am – Guest speaker\, Claire Purbhoo\, Central Head of Outsourcing – Financial reporting\, software\, forecasting and scenario planning\n12:20pm – Networking Lunch\n1:30pm – Close\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://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/unlocking-growth-accounting-business-strategies-for-health-med-tech/
LOCATION:Coventry University Technology Park\, Puma Way\, Coventry\, CV1 2TT
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachael O'Brien":MAILTO:info@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Summer Networking
DESCRIPTION:Join Medilink Midlands for an afternoon of networking with some of the region’s finest as we host our Summer Networking event.\nThis year\, we are theming the event around a summer festival\, so dust off your brightly-coloured clothing and join us for an afternoon of entertainment\, great food and garden games!\nThe event is a great opportunity for you to socialise with your colleagues\, and make new connections within the Midlands med-tech and life science sector in a fun and laid-back environment. \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \n  \n\nAgenda\n3pm           Guests arrival and welcome drink\n3:30pm     Welcome on behalf of Medilink Midlands and event sponsor Adamson Jones\n3:45pm     Garden games\, entertainment and networking at leisure\n                          *food to be served at 4:30pm\n6pm            Guests depart\n  \nTickets\n1 x free ticket per member organisation \nNon-member tickets: £50 \nAdditional Member tickets: £35 (includes 30% discount) \nNB. Please email info@medilinkmidlands.com for booking codes. \n  \nWith thanks to event sponsor:
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-medilink-midlands-summer-networking/
LOCATION:The Manor House\, Woodhouse Rd\, Quorn\, LE12 8AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:Member Benefits showcase - International Focus
DESCRIPTION:Exclusive invitation for Medilink Midlands members.\nJoin us on 22nd July as we showcase our new international service offer.\nJo Bekis\, Head of Partnerships at Medilink Midlands will highlight a Multi City Trade Mission opportunity during October 2024 with wrap around services and travel funding for those members who are seeking to expand into the USA and Canadian market. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to hear first-hand what the offer includes: \n\nRecap on international supporting services\nOverview of the Trade Mission\nThe opportunities in USA/Canada\nTravel funding up to 70%\nQ&A\n\nJoining us from Innovate UK\, Claire Gregory\, will explain the funding opportunity and process including what it can be used for and the application process. Members will also hear from Raj Theper from the UK Export Academy who will share how they can support your journey of exporting and expanding your overseas market. Plus\, Andrea Collins\, from the Global Export Department\, covering funding via Ashfield district council AAG and free ‘Export for Readiness’ reviews. \nCity of Mentor\, Ohio\, USA \nThe City of Mentor\, a regional economic hub just east of Cleveland\, Ohio\, is home to numerous medtech/biotech firms\, including the STERIS Corporation.  For the last six years\, the City of Mentor has enjoyed a relationship with Medilink Midlands to assist those looking further explore operating in the US market.  We specialize in a concierge-based approach to business relationship building\, introducing companies to a world-class and affordable healthcare ecosystem in Northeast Ohio\, partnering with internationally known entities like the Cleveland Clinic\, and companies across the region to find matchmaking opportunities for international companies\, and providing soft-landing experience and various incentives to companies looking to establish a North American presence. Click here to find out more on City of Mentor. \n  \nBrampton\, Canada \nBrampton is a city that embraces the world. We have a talented\, diverse and youthful workforce. \nWe are a fast-growing and vibrant city located in the Greater Toronto Area in the middle of Canada’s innovation corridor.  Brampton is attracting talent and investment from around the world and business is booming. \nToronto Metropolitan University’s new medical school is under construction in Brampton\, bringing health care innovation and inspiring a focus on growing our MedTech sector guided by the City’s new MedTech taskforce.   Brampton is home to industry giants\, including Medtronic\, Boston Scientific\, Dynacare\, Taro Pharmaceuticals and Canon. \n40% of Canada’s Life Sciences companies are in the Greater Toronto Area and Brampton is on the cusp of an exiting phase of growth. Click here to find out more on Brampton. \nThere will be a Q&A session with the full panel to answer any of your questions on this new service\, the opportunity\, ongoing support\, funding\, and regulation. \nIn the first instance\, following the webinar\, attendees will be invited to complete an online Expression of Interest to join this exciting Trade Mission led by Medilink Midlands. \nPlease note\, we have 8 company places available\, which will be offered on a first come first served basis (who meet the criteria) with priority given to Medilink Midlands members. *terms apply for the travel fund and is led by our funded partners. \nTo find out more about the benefits of joining our Medilink Midlands community\, visit >>>  https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/membership-benefits/ \nWho should attend? \nTargeted towards established businesses who have been trading for 3 years +\, and ready to start exporting or already exporting.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/member-benefits-showcase-international-focus/
LOCATION:Online via GoToWebinar
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Linsey Horsepool Medilink Midlands":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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