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SUMMARY:Accelerating HealthTech Innovation: The Power of Optics and Photonics
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026\n\nTime: 1pm to 4pm\n\nLocation: School of Computer Science building\, Room A07\, University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus\, NG8 1BB\n\n\n \nAbout this event\nHosted by the University of Nottingham Centre for Healthcare Technologies (CHT) in partnership with the Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI)\, this interactive half-day workshop showcases how cutting-edge optics and photonics research can help industry partners solve complex imaging\, sensing and miniaturisation challenges in the field of Healthcare Technologies. \nDiscover ground-breaking innovations\, including: \n\nMiniaturisation and Compact Devices: Discover how photonics is making diagnostic tools smaller\, smarter and clinically practical.\nAdvanced Imaging and Tissue Analysis: Go beyond standard imaging to measure tissue properties like absorption\, scattering and mechanical characteristics.\nBiochemical and Physiological Sensing: Explore label-free and point-of-care sensing technologies\, from Raman spectroscopy for biochemical fingerprinting to fibre-based monitoring.\nMicro- and Nano-scale Measurement: Learn how micro- and nano-scale tools can probe cells and tissues for early disease detection.\nAI-enabled Computational Imaging: Understand how artificial intelligence and synthetic data are improving imaging and signal reconstruction.\n\nBy attending\, you’ll gain insight into these cutting-edge innovations\, explore collaborative opportunities and identify pathways to translate emerging optics and photonics solutions into commercial HealthTech applications. \nWho should attend?\nThis event is ideal for established SMEs and larger companies working in HealthTech\, MedTech\, life sciences\, optical technologies\, imaging\, diagnostics or minimally invasive devices that have the capacity\, resource and strategic intent to partner on collaborative R&D projects with the University of Nottingham. \nWhy attend?\n\nConnect with leading experts in optics\, photonics\, imaging and diagnostic innovation\nExplore collaborative R&D ideas with multidisciplinary research teams\nGain insight into emerging photonics technologies that can unlock new product capabilities\nLearn how to access translational funding to initiate early-stage partnerships\n\nSpeakers\nOur programme is designed to encourage interaction\, idea-sharing and collaboration: \n\nFlash talks: Hear from researchers and industry leaders as they present their latest work in short\, engaging talks.\nFunding advice: Gain practical guidance on available funding opportunities\, including how to identify the right scheme\, strengthen your application\, and build competitive\, collaborative proposals.\nSpeed and free networking: Continue the conversation in an informal setting designed to encourage open discussion and idea sharing.\n\nBook your place\nPlaces are limited at this event to ensure meaningful discussion and productive networking. They will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. Early booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment. \nTo reserve your place at this event\, please complete a short online booking form. \nBy registering for this event\, you agree that the University of Nottingham may share your personal details with the National Biofilms Innovation Centre (NBIC). NBIC event data is administered and processed by the University of Southampton. Data collection is carried out in line with relevant data protection laws and the University of Southampton Data Protection Policy.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/accelerating-healthtech-innovation-the-power-of-optics-and-photonics/
LOCATION:School of Computer Science building\, Room A07\, University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus\, NG8 1BB
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SUMMARY:Med-Tech Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Medilink Midlands is proud to be official Headline Sponsor of the Med-Tech Expo (MT)\, taking place at NEC Birmingham\, UK.  \nThe UK MedTech industry has an annual turnover of over £27.6 billion. The UK is also a major player in the international market\, exporting over £5.6 billion of MedTech products in 2021. As 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. The 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. \nWe hope to see you at our Medilink Midlands stand – LL50\, where we are joined by West Midlands Growth Company\, Invictus Games 2027\, Medilink North of England and BMet College. Plus\, in close proximity to our Member Hub\, with Kimal PLC\, Limestone Grey\, Oxford Product Design\, LEG Thuringen\, Advena and Joyin. \nMedilink Midlands is hosting day 1 of the Insights Stage conference programme. \nDay 1: Insights Stage Agenda\n10:00am: Introduction & Welcome \n\nMelanie Davidson | CEO | Medilink Midlands\nProf Martin Levermore MBE\, DL | CEO | Medical Devices Technology International Ltd (MDTi)\nGroup Captain Jules Merrison| Director of Impact|Invictus Games\n\n10:30am: Session 1 – The West Midlands Health Technology Cluster \n\nRichard Howells OBE | CEO\, Bronze Software Labs |Founder\, The Tribe Project\nMarco Morgado | Co-founder of LaunchPoint & Vicente Advisory\nJudith Stewart | Director of Economic\, Commercial and Business Development | Health Innovation West Midlands\nProf Liam Grover | Head of the School of Chemical Engineering | University of Birmingham\n\n11:30am: Session 1: Panel Discussion – Challenge into Growth  \n\nPanel Chair: Dr Ewa Truchanowicz | CEO | Bidshaper\nPanelists: Richard Howells\, Marco Morgado\, Judith Stewart\, Prof Liam Grover\, Kathyrn Wagstaff\n\n12:30pm: Break \n1:30pm: Session 2: Title – Rehabilitation in the Midlands \n\nEMERGE Rehab Tech\, Prof John Hunt\, Academic and Research Lead\, Medical technologies Innovation Facility\, Nottingham Trent University\nDr Emma Salt\, National Rehabilitation Centre\nRobert Franks\, Managing Director\, WM5G\nBarri Morgan Jones\, National Manager – NHS strategy\, Strolll\n\n2:30pm: Session 2 – Panel Discussion: Can Medtech change people’s approach to Rehabilitation?  What’s the problem? \nPanel Chair: Prof John Hunt | Academic and Research Lead\, | Medical technologies Innovation Facility\, Nottingham Trent University. \nPanelists: Dr Vicky Booth\, Dr Emma Salt\, Robert Franks\, Barri Morgan Jones \n3:30pm: Closing Remarks \nHow to Register\nTo register your free place\, please click here. Registration also grants access to the exclusive online hub. Here\, you will discover exhibitor and speaker suggestions tailored to your interests\, have the opportunity to network with fellow attendees\, schedule meetings\, and create a personalised event itinerary\, ensuring you get the most out of your experience. \nDay 1 Insights Stage – Speaker Profiles\n Melanie Davidson \nMelanie Davidson is Chief Executive Officer of Medilink Midlands\, the unified voice of the life sciences and medtech sector across the Midlands and East of England. She leads the organisation’s mission to help companies innovate\, scale\, and succeed by strengthening regional collaboration and driving industry\, academic\, and clinical connectivity. Melanie also serves as Executive Lead for the West Midlands Health Technologies Cluster (WMHTC)\, where she plays a central role in shaping a joined-up regional strategy to accelerate healthtech innovation and boost the Midlands’ visibility on the national and global stage.\nOver her fifteen years with Medilink Midlands\, Melanie has progressed from Innovation Project Manager to COO and now CEO. She has been instrumental in bringing together Medilink West Midlands and Medilink East Midlands into a single organisation\, and in guiding significant funding programmes that enhance the region’s innovation ecosystem. With a background spanning industrial research\, business and economic development\, and international investment – gained through roles at emda\, bioKneX\, and West Pharmaceutical Services\, Melanie brings deep sector insight and strategic focus to her leadership. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Animal Science from the University of Nottingham. \n Prof Martin Levermore MBE DL \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. \nMartin 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. \nMost recently\, in December 2021\, Martin was appointed a Non Executive Director to the Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust. \n \nJules Merrison \nGroup Captain Jules Merrison has 25 years of Armed Forces experience\, serving in the Royal Air Force Medical Services. She has specialised in medical planning\, operations and aeromedical evacuation\, completing operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan\, working for NATO in Belgium\, and completing a wonderfully sunny 2-year tour in Cyprus. In 2024\, Jules was seconded to the Executive Team of Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 – the most excellent career pivot.  Jules is the Director of Impact and oversees\, Sustainability\, Accessibility\, Social Impact\, Culture and Arts\, and Research.   \n  \n  \nRichard Howells OBE  \nRichard is CEO of applied research company Bronze Software Labs and Founder of The Tribe Project. A ‘tech for good’ entrepreneur\, Richard has a proven track record in the implementation and scaling of AI-centric digital initiatives aimed at addressing national and global inequalities.  \nRichard is the driving force behind The Tribe Project\, winner of the British Industrial Strategy Ageing Grand Challenge\, an initiative which directly tackles national home care inequality. Tribe has been recognised by the WHO and UN as one of the top ten global innovations in healthy ageing\, and Richard has been named British Tech Pioneer of the Year for his advancements in AI.  \nIn June 2025\, Richard was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by King Charles III for Services to Business\, Technology & Innovation.  \nRichard holds a Doctorate in Computer Science (honoris causa) and is an NHS Innovation Fellow. He is currently undertaking a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) researching the macroeconomics and socio-economic impact of community-based care models.  \n  \n \nMarco Morgado \nMarco Morgado works with early-stage founders and investors\, bringing a practical perspective on the current investor landscape and what it means for growing businesses. With 25 years’ experience across enterprise\, mid-market and SME environments\, he supports pre-seed and seed-stage companies with strategy\, positioning\, routes to market. His work with investors gives him a clear view of how opportunities are assessed before investment decisions are made. Marco combines commercial judgement\, practical structure and a warm\, founder-focused approach to helping teams shape credible\, scalable and investable businesses in complex markets\, including healthcare.  \n \nJudith Stewart \nAs the Director for Economic\, Commercial and Business Development for Health Innovation West Midlands\, Judith support innovators and health care systems to discover\, develop and deploy innovations for the betterment of all. She sits on a number of regional and national Advisory Boards\, building the ecosystems to support people with employability\, skills and health. Across her 25+ year career\, she has been instrumental in economic\, employment and community development across the South West and the Midlands. With a wide ranging network of contacts and connections to support organisations\, she enjoys tackling challenges with curiosity and creativity\, always seeking better outcomes for the communities she serves.    \n  \nProf Liam M Grover\, PhD\, FIMMM\, FMedSci  \nLiam M Grover is Professor of Biomaterials Science and Head of the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham\, UK.  He is a materials scientist by training and his research focusses on better understanding the interactions that occur between materials and biological environments.  By improving our understanding of these interactions\, he has been able to design materials with enhanced therapeutic function.  He has filed more than thirty patents and has taken five products from concept to first in human trial\, including two that are now internationally available (nasal and oral barrier sprays).  His innovations have been protected by over thirty patent filings and described in over 250 published papers that have been cited over 11k times (H-index 59).   He has raised well over £50m of research funding while at the University of Birmingham and recently established an Innovation Accelerator in Medical Technology\, which was made possible by £20m of investment by the British government.  His achievements have been recognised with multiple prizes (e.g. Materials Innovation Award\, the President’s award for Biomaterials) and by him being elected fellow of the Institute of Materials.  He was recently elected to the prestigious position of Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences for his outstanding contribution to Biomaterials Science.  \n  \n \nEwa Truchanowicz \nEwa is an experienced business leader and independent advisor with experience of building successful enterprises who is now providing consulting services to technology-focused enterprises ranging from startups to multinationals. Until recently a Managing Director of a health tech company\, her expertise is in supporting international companies within digital and med-tech\, building highly performing teams and operations\, and creating networks of strategic support to help innovative companies succeed.  Ewa is an educator on tech and health\, a speaker at national and international events\, and a mentor\, healthtech executive\, and a former NED of publicly funded organisations (GBS LEP and WMHTC).  She is also a successful published academic and has authored peer-reviewed publications including in the highest ranking medical journals including BMJ and NEJM. A former bid reviewer for NIHR\, an assessor forInnovate UK and an honorary lecturer in a medical school at a UK University.  \n  \nProf John Hunt \nJohn Hunt is Professor of Clinical Sciences and Academic Lead for the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) at Nottingham Trent University\, where he drives research in medical technologies and advanced materials to address clinical needs across short \, medium  and long term horizons. His expertise spans biomaterials\, tissue engineering\, stem cell biology\, biocompatibility\, inflammation\, angiogenesis and regenerative medicine. He collaborates widely across academia\, industry and healthcare\, with a portfolio that includes digital health technologies\, wearables\, diagnostics and advanced therapies funded by major UK and international programmes.      \n  \n  \n \nDr Emma Salt \nDr Emma Salt is the NRC’s Allied Health Professional Consultant and Non-Medical Clinical Research Lead\, responsible for ensuring that patients are receiving the best therapy rehabilitation possible in an evidence-based way. Emma is a Consultant Physiotherapist by background and has more than 30 years’ experience in the NHS\, all with a core focus in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. \nEmma has a PhD in neuro-musculoskeletal rehabilitation\, she is passionate about clinically applicable research and improving rehabilitation\, and is currently an Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Nottingham. In addition\, Emma has previously held a role as a NICE Fellow and is now an associate editor for ‘Shoulder and Elbow’ which is a peer reviewed journal. \n  \n \nRobert Franks \nRobert is Managing Director of WM5G Limited – an innovative public non-for-profit company delivering pioneering diagnosis\, discharge and care solutions in partnership with the NHS and Local Authorities. Robert is passionate about using technology to deliver transformational benefits for citizens\, businesses and public services. Prior to leading WM5G\, Robert held senior leadership positions at O2\, T-Mobile and Orange. At O2\, Robert led the company’s new business portfolio where he launched and scaled a number of new businesses – including the UK’s largest Wi-Fi business – with over 28 million users – internet of things\, data analytics and fintech businesses. \n  \nDr Vicky Booth \nDr Vicky Booth is a Clinical-Academic Neurological Physiotherapist working alongside public contributors and colleagues from the University and NUH NHS Trust to realise the research ambition of this nationally important programme. In 2009\, she was one of the first cohort of NIHR-funded Master’s Fellowships\, and was the first Physiotherapist at NUH to be awarded a prestigious clinical-academic post-doctoral fellowship with the NIHR (2020-23). She is also an Associate Professor at UoN with a special interest in realist research methods. Her research has covered Nordic walking\, virtual reality\, rehabilitation to rejoin employment\, and exercise for people with dementia.  \n  \n  \n \nBarri Morgan Jones \nBarri brings over 25 years of NHS experience to the intersection of clinical practice and medtech innovation. Starting as an Occupational Therapist\, he progressed through senior operational and digital leadership roles across the NHS\, including a position as Senior Project Manager at NHS England where he led technology adoption programmes including the Digital Partnership Award.  \nHe now leads NHS strategy at Strolll – a digital health company using augmented reality to transform rehabilitation. His focus is on clinical trials\, NHS trust engagement\, and building the commercial and evidence pipeline that takes Strolll from promising technology to funded NHS adoption. He has supported the securing of over £15 million in innovation funding across his career.  \nThrough his work\, Strolll is now at a pivotal point of scaling across the NHS – with multiple Trust partnerships in place and a growing evidence base that is opening doors at a national level.  \nWith hands-on experience on both sides of the NHS-industry interface\, Barri understands what it takes to build a credible evidence base\, engage clinical stakeholders\, and get innovative technology into the hands of patients.  \n  \nDate: 3rd & 4th June 2026 \nVenue: NEC\, Pendigo Way\, Birmingham\, B401NT \nTimings:  \nExhibition  \nWednesday – 3rd June 2026 – 09.30-17.00 \nThursday – 4th June 2026 -09.30 – 16.00 \nConference \nWednesday – 3rd June 2026 – 10.00-16.00 \nThursday – 4th June 2026 -10.00 – 15.00
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/med-tech-expo-2026/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham\, Hall 2\, Birmingham\, B40 1NT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:UK Global R&D and Science Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:The UK Global R&D and Science Investment Summit serves as a high-profile platform designed to showcase the UK’s cutting-edge scientific\, research\, and innovation ecosystems to a global audience of international investors\, industry leaders\, and policymakers.\nTaking place at the Royal Society during London Tech Week on 8th – 9th June 2026. The Summit will be Co-Chaired by Professor Dame Angela McLean DBE FRS UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser Government Office for Science and is being developed with the support of UK Research and Innovation Department for Science\, Innovation and Technology Department for Business and Trade together with fantastic partners such as Universities UK East Midlands Combined County Authority Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) Arup Metro Dynamics and many more to come!  \nThe Summit is open to partners from all UK Nations and Regions who want to showcase their outstanding science\, R&D and innovation opportunities to the projected 30\,000 investors and tech companies due to be in London that week\, many of whom will be on Department for Business and Trade coordinated delegations. Our ambition is to create a true whole of UK Science and Innovation House at The Royal Society. The Summit will celebrate the extraordinary wealth of scientific excellence and investment opportunities right across our Nations and Regions. And it will invite a global audience to invest\, partner and engage with UK science\, industry and our world class universities. \nMelanie Davidson\, CEO of Medilink Midlands will be speaking at the Venture Spinout Showcase: Life Sciences \n \nAll events will take place within The Royal Society in London. \nEach event taking place across the Programme are by invitation or via registration of interest only. \nYou can view the programme by clicking the link: UK Global R&D and Science Investment Summit \nPlease note that you will need to register for each event individually.  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/uk-global-rd-and-science-investment-summit/
LOCATION:The Royal Society\, 6–9 Carlton House Terrace\, London\, SW1Y 5AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:MediWales Connects Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nDate: Thursday 18th June \nTime: 08:00 – 17:00 \nVenue: All Nations Centre\, Sachville Ave\, Cardiff CF14 3NY \n \nMediWales Connects Conference 2026  \nMediWales will be holding their annual Connects conference on the 18th June at the All Nations Centre\, Cardiff. \nNHS colleagues from across Wales\, local companies and the wider industry sector will join to share clinical innovation in practice to improve patient outcomes. \nThe event includes presentations\, workshops\, exhibitions and networking. \nThe aims of the conference are to: \n\nHighlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by health and care communities in Wales.\nImprove collaborative working between the health boards\, industry and research communities.\nRaise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK.\nSupport closer working relationships between industry\, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities.\n\nBuilding on the excellent work that has been done around innovation adoption\, the conference will consider the challenges involved in scaling change and adoption of new products\, services and processes that deliver impact for patients across the whole NHS. \nShowcasing new technologies\, digital health and NHS innovations \nThis NHS led event includes keynote presentations\, interactive workshops and networking\, NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales\, as well as the wider industry sector\, will share clinical innovation and insights to improve patient outcomes. \nLast year\, Connects welcomed over 350 delegates to Cardiff\, from clinical and care communities\, industry and academia from across Wales and the UK. \nThis event is free for all NHS health and care staff to attend when registering with an NHS email on the Connects website. \nTo find out more\, or to register to attend\, please click here: MediWales Connects 2026 – MediWales \nOr contact: Bethan Davies – bethan.davies@mediwales.com
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mediwales-connects-conference-2026/
LOCATION:All Nations Centre\, Cardiff\, Sachville Ave\, Cardiff\, CF14 3NY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Backing Your Business - Business Growth Service Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nDate: Thursday 18 June 2026 \nTime: 09:00am – 1:30pm (including refreshments and lunch) \nLocation/Venue: Central Birmingham/Venue  – To Be Confirmed \nDelivered in partnership between the Department for Business and Trade and the West Midlands Growth Company\, the Backing Your Business – Business Growth Service Roadshow is coming to Birmingham on the 18 June\, and we’re delighted to invite you to join us. \nThis interactive half-day event offers an opportunity to take your business to the next level: \n\nWith in-depth support\nBreakout surgeries\nNetworking with business and financial experts\n\nWhether you’re launching something new\, accelerating your scaleup journey or seeking expert advice to unlock your next opportunity\, you’ll find: \n\nInspiration\nPractical insights\nValuable connections\n\nPlaces at this free event are limited. Sign up and register here to secure your place. \n  \n  \n      
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/backing-your-business-business-growth-service-roadshow/
LOCATION:Central Birmingham – Venue TBC
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T140000
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Funded Study: How NIHR RSS Supports Health and Social Care SMEs to Succeed
DESCRIPTION:FREE TO ATTEND \nDate:  Wednesday 24 June 2026 \nTime: 13:00 – 14:00 (BST) \nPlatform: Online webinar via Teams \nJoin this free to attend webinar session to find out how the RSS supports HLS SMEs at different stages of the innovation pathway – from early concept development through to successful funding applications. \nThe NIHR RSS provides free\, expert support to help organisations strengthen the quality and competitiveness of their funding applications \nDeveloping a strong evidence base is critical for health and social care companies seeking to secure funding and demonstrate value to the NHS. However\, navigating research design\, methodology\, and funding requirements can be complex—particularly for SMEs. \nWorking across medtech\, diagnostics\, digital health and social care\, the RSS connects companies with specialists in study design\, statistics\, health economics and patient and public involvement\, helping to ensure that innovations are backed by robust and credible evidence. \nIn this session\, we will explore how the RSS supports HLS SMEs at different stages of the innovation pathway – from early concept development through to successful funding applications. We will also share practical examples of how companies have worked with the RSS to refine their evidence strategy and secure funding. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow to strengthen the evidence behind your innovation before applying for funding\nThe types of methodological support available (including statistics\, health economics and PPIE)\nWhich NIHR and wider funding schemes the RSS can support\nHow SMEs can access RSS support and when to engage\nReal-world case studies demonstrating successful outcomes\n\nPresenter: Dawn Musgrave\, Strategic Lead for Industry\, NIHR RSS \nWe encourage you to come prepared with questions\, as the session will include time for open discussion with the RSS team. \nClick here to register
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/from-idea-to-funded-study-how-nihr-rss-supports-health-and-social-care-smes-to-succeed/
LOCATION:Online webinar via Teams
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SEHTA":MAILTO:info@sehta.co.uk
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SUMMARY:HIEM Medtech 2026 programme: Day 1 - Perfect your pitch during our expert masterclasses (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Details  \n\nDate: Monday 29 June\nTime: 09:15am – 3:15pm\nLocation: Online\n\nHealth Innovation East Midlands\, in collaboration with Pennine Healthcare\, is happy to announce an exclusive opportunity for innovators with medical devices to Pitch Your Product to a panel of key stakeholders and attract a tailored package of support from expert partners. \nWhether you have an early-stage medical device or you’re an established company looking to launch new products to the NHS and care system\, Pitch Your Product offers expert support to bring medical devices to market. \nDay 1 – Perfect your pitch during our expert masterclasses (Virtual) on Monday 29th June 2026. Expert speakers will share insights on problem-solution fit and how to be pitch-ready\, with further workshops on pathway mapping\, regulatory compliance\, clinical trials and funding routes. \nDay 2 – Pitch Day (In-Person) on Tuesday 21st July at Pennine Healthcare’s manufacturing site in Derby. This final day focuses on your proposition\, which is pitched to a panel of industry experts and NHS stakeholders\, with direct feedback. \nAll delegates will attract a package of support: \nHealth Innovation East Midlands \nTailored guidance from Health Innovation East Midlands\, including access\, where needed\, to the NHS and relevant clinical expertise for customer discovery validation. A follow on 1-1 session focusing on Impact & Measurement Approach: Mapping the road to evidence. \nPennine Healthcare \nCollaboration with Pennine Healthcare as your potential commercial medical device partner\, gaining access to their headquarters\, specialist expertise\, and tailored departmental mentoring. Together\, Pennine will support the enhancement of your value proposition and facilitate a streamlined route to market for your product for a period of up to 6 months. \nTop pitch prize \nVUIT \nThe winning pitch will be provided valuable population health data\, visualisation and analysis to support insight-driven decision-making across local\, regional\, and national levels using the VUIT platform. \nSubmit an Expression of Interest to attend the full programme. Apply here and save the dates should you be successful in securing a place. The deadline for application is Monday 1st June 2026. \nFor any questions or queries on this opportunity\, please contact innovatorsupport@nottingham.ac.uk
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/pitch-your-product-day-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Medilink - Climb Health @ Climb26
DESCRIPTION:Date: 1st – 2nd July \nLocation: The Boulevard\, Leeds Dock\, LS10 1PZ \n \nPowered by ClimbUK\, Medilink and BioNow\, Climb Health blends deep sector expertise with startup energy. It’s where institutional insight meets entrepreneurial edge. From precision medicine to digital therapeutics and telemedicine\, Climb Health dives into the breakthroughs reshaping care. \nWe couldn’t be more excited to once again be teaming up with ClimbUK and Bionow to bring you to Climb Health\, a dedicated space within Climb26\, the UK’s festival of innovation\, industry and investment. \nStep into Climb Health and make your Climb26 journey all about health innovation\, medtech\, biotech\, and life sciences. This is more than just a event\, it’s a launchpad for the future of health. \nJoin us at Climb Health\nBooking with Medilink North of England gets you onto the Climb Exhibition Floor – the show’s main launchpad\, where every conversation is a catalyst\, every connection a chance to create something extraordinary. \nYou’ll also have a chance to apply to pitch to Climb26’s Investor Panel\, and you’ll get access to the exclusive Climb Health Drinks Reception\, where you’ll have the chance to make your mark\, meet the people who matter\, and accelerate your growth at the UK’s festival of innovation and industry. \nWe’re hopeful that Climb Health will bring you opportunities to connect with some of the brightest minds in the sector\, along with a range of exhibition stands\, sessions and content. \nBook your Place: Click here 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-climb-health-climb26/
LOCATION:Leeds Dock\, The Boulevard\, Leeds\, LS10 1PZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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SUMMARY:IN PERSON: Medilink UK National Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:           \nThis year’s Medilink UK National Awards will take place on 9th July at Pioneer Group\, Victoria House in London.\nPlease note this event is invite-only for the regional Medilink Award Winners\, all winners/finalists will be notified. \nThe award categories and finalists for the regions of these awards are:  \n\nAdvances in Digital Healthcare \nDelivering Innovation into Health and Care\nExport Achievement \nInnovation \nOutstanding Achievement \nPartnership Between Academia and Business \nStart Up\nSustainability\nPrimary/ Social Care Partnership\n\nFor further information\, please email: events@medilinkmidlands.com
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-medilink-uk-national-awards-2024-2/
LOCATION:Pioneer Group – Victoria House\, Bloomsbury Square\, London\, Victoria House – Pioneer Group Bloomsbury Square London WC1B 4DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260721T160000
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SUMMARY:HEIM Medtech 2026 programme: Pitch Your Product: Day 2 - Pitch Day (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Details  \n\nDate: Tuesday 21 July\nTime: 09:00am – 4:00pm\nLocation: Pennine Healthcare\, 300 City Gate\, London Rd\, Derby DE24 8WY\n\nHealth Innovation East Midlands\, in collaboration with Pennine Healthcare\, is happy to announce an exclusive opportunity for innovators with medical devices to Pitch Your Product to a panel of key stakeholders and attract a tailored package of support from expert partners. \nWhether you have an early-stage medical device or you’re an established company looking to launch new products to the NHS and care system\, Pitch Your Product offers expert support to bring medical devices to market. \nDay 1 – Perfect your pitch during our expert masterclasses (Virtual) on Monday 29th June 2026. Expert speakers will share insights on problem-solution fit and how to be pitch-ready\, with further workshops on pathway mapping\, regulatory compliance\, clinical trials and funding routes. \nDay 2 – Pitch Day (In-Person) on Tuesday 21st July at Pennine Healthcare’s manufacturing site in Derby. This final day focuses on your proposition\, which is pitched to a panel of industry experts and NHS stakeholders\, with direct feedback. \nAll delegates will attract a package of support: \nHealth Innovation East Midlands \nTailored guidance from Health Innovation East Midlands\, including access\, where needed\, to the NHS and relevant clinical expertise for customer discovery validation. A follow on 1-1 session focusing on Impact & Measurement Approach: Mapping the road to evidence. \nPennine Healthcare \nCollaboration with Pennine Healthcare as your potential commercial medical device partner\, gaining access to their headquarters\, specialist expertise\, and tailored departmental mentoring. Together\, Pennine will support the enhancement of your value proposition and facilitate a streamlined route to market for your product for a period of up to 6 months. \nTop pitch prize \nVUIT \nThe winning pitch will be provided valuable population health data\, visualisation and analysis to support insight-driven decision-making across local\, regional\, and national levels using the VUIT platform. \nSubmit an Expression of Interest to attend the full programme. Apply here and save the dates should you be successful in securing a place. The deadline for application is Monday 1st June 2026. \nFor any questions or queries on this opportunity\, please contact innovatorsupport@nottingham.ac.uk
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/heim-medtech-2026-programme-pitch-your-product-day-2-pitch-day-in-person/
LOCATION:Pennine Healthcare\, 300 City Gate\, London Rd\, Derby\, DE24 8WY
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Medilink: Medical Fair China + REHACARE China
DESCRIPTION:Date: 20th – 22nd August \nLocation: Suzou\, China \n \nUK Life Science companies can secure their place at Medical Fair China 2026 with Medilink UK\, giving them the opportunity to exhibit at one of China’s most influential healthcare trade shows. \nMedical Fair China 2026\, taking place from 20 – 22 August 2026 in Suzhou\, will attract thousands of visitors and exhibitors\, offering unparalleled access to China’s rapidly growing healthcare market. \nWith its distinctive focus on “innovation\,” Medical Fair China stands out among numerous medical exhibitions and has earned widespread support and recognition from enterprises and industry professionals. The exhibition will showcase the latest achievements across the entire industry chain\, provide an international platform for exchange and collaboration\, facilitate the translation of technological innovations into clinical practice\, and accelerate the high-quality development and global expansion of the medical sector. \nRehacare China\, introduced to the Chinese market by Messe Düsseldorf\, happens in parallel to Medical Fair China. With the mission of “TECHNOLOGY EMPOWERS\, INTEGRATION INNOVATES”\, the exhibition covers intelligent rehabilitation\, paediatric rehabilitation\, sports rehabilitation\, joint assistance\, communication and information assistance\, mobility assistance\, rehabilitation equipment and therapy\, barrier-free living and medical care\, building a well-targeted international platform for procurement and exchange across the rehabilitation industry chain. \nTo enquire about exhibiting\, please click here to contact the events team
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-medical-fair-china-rehacare-china/
LOCATION:Suzhou\, China\, China
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260320T125720Z
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SUMMARY:Medilink: Medical Fair Asia
DESCRIPTION:Date: 9th – 11th September \nLocation: Marina Bay Sands\, Singapore \n \nWith a well-established history since 1997\, Medical Fair Asia continues to grow from strength to strength as South East Asia’s most established international medical and healthcare event. \nFocused on equipment and supplies for the hospital\, diagnostic\, pharmaceutical\, medical and rehabilitation sectors\, MEDICAL FAIR ASIA provides you with the best business opportunities to navigate the marketplace in South East Asia. \nThe last edition of this exhibition attracted 1\,050 international exhibitors and over 14\,000 trade visitors from 70 countries & regions. \nThe physical event will be complemented by a week-long digital extension\, to ensure exhibitors and visitors can continue networking and doing business with a global audience. \nTo enquire about exhibiting\, please click here to contact the Events Team. \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-medical-fair-asia/
LOCATION:Marina Bay Sands\, 10 Bayfront Avenue\, Hotel Towers 1\, 2\, 3\, 018956\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260320T125612Z
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SUMMARY:Medical Fair India | September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: 17th – 19th September \nLocation: Mumbai\, India \n \nIndia is among the top 20 markets for medical devices worldwide\, but has a 75-80% import dependency. The market is currently on a steep upward growth trajectory. \nEstablished in 1990\, MEDICAL FAIR INDIA is the country’s no.1 exhibition and conference for healthcare. The last edition of the show to be held in New Delhi in 2023 had a record turnout\, attracting over 17\,000 trade visitors and 300 international exhibitors. \nTo enquire about exhibiting\, please click here to contact the Events Team. \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medical-fair-india-september-2026/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India\, India
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260320T125446Z
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SUMMARY:Medilink: REHACARE
DESCRIPTION:Date: 23rd – 26th September \nLocation: Messe Düsseldorf\, Germany \n \nREHACARE is the leading trade fair for rehabilitation\, prevention\, integration and care. \nEvery year\, experts\, specialists and visitors from Europe and the rest of the world meet at REHACARE to present and experience the latest developments and trends in the fields of mobility\, barrier-free living and work design. \nExhibit alongside modern technologies which are improving the everyday lives of people with disabilities\, and showcase the products and ideas that are shaping the industry. \nFrom specially developed children’s aids and accessible vehicle conversions to innovative technologies such as exoskeletons and robotics\, REHACARE offers the perfect opportunity to present your developments in mobility\, everyday aids and rehabilitation. \nTo book your exhibition stand or discuss your requirements\, please contact international team: Click here 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-rehacare/
LOCATION:Messe Düsseldorf\,  Germany\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261116T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260320T130945Z
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SUMMARY:Medilink: MEDICA 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: 16th – 19th November \nLocation: Messe Dusseldorf\, Stockumer Kirchstraße 61\, Düsseldorf \n \nMedilink UK are the exclusive UK partners by Messe Düsseldorf for MEDICA in Germany. \nMEDICA is the world’s largest annual event for the medical industry\nFor over 40 years\, it has opened its doors to leading figures from business\, research and government sectors from across the world\, alongside countless national and international experts and decision-makers and trade visitors from within the industry. \nWith over 5\,000 exhibitors and 75\,000 visitors from over 160 nations\, meet your future customers at one of the largest medical B2B trade fairs in the world. \nWhat are the options for exhibiting at MEDICA?\nShell scheme: This is our most popular exhibition stand option and each stand comes complete with carpet\, electricity\, name board\, lighting and furniture package. We can offer a range of sizes in multiples of 3m. \nPod: The pod is our smallest exhibiting option and is one size only. It is suitable for one member of staff and those with very small products to show\, or service providers. The pod comes complete with carpet\, electricity\, name board\, lighting\, 1 stool\, 1 cabinet with graphic backdrop and a shared meeting area. \nSpace Only: With this option\, you would book the raw floor space with Medilink and work with an exhibition contractor to design your own custom-built stand\, for an additional cost with them. We can happily recommend our chosen stand builders for a cost-effective and easy experience. This option is available to stands 21m² and above. \nMedilink UK\, the largest representative body in the UK for life science companies\, are the exclusive UK partners of Messe Düsseldorf for MEDICA in Germany. Since 2021\, Medilink has hosted the largest\, most visible group of UK companies attending MEDICA. As a direct result of this success Medilink UK are continuing to expand their presence by hosting the Official UK pavilion at MEDICA 2026. This new\, larger and upgraded British pavilion provides UK companies with access to industry-leading support at the world’s largest healthcare and life sciences event. \nTo book your exhibition stand or to discuss your requirements\, please contact our friendly and helpful team: Click here
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medica-2026/
LOCATION:Messe Dusseldorf\, Stockumer Kirchstraße 61  Düsseldorf\, Germany
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Medilink North of England":MAILTO:international@medilink.co.uk
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