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SUMMARY:Webinar: Getting it Right: Med-tech Product Design
DESCRIPTION:The physical embodiment of a medical technology and its interaction with the healthcare professional or patient end user can make or break its adoption by the wider market. At the same time med-tech product design is carried out in a highly regulated sector where demonstration of compliance to international standards is critical to achieving market authorisation. This event in partnership with the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF) brings together speakers from the NHS\, industry and academia to provide considered insights into the area of Med Tech product design. \nThe webinar will address: \n-Balancing safety\, function and form – how using professional design services can save project time and costs \n-The role of human factors in assessing med-tech product design \n-The value of obtaining end user acceptance data though expert clinical evaluation \n-Design and Achieving Regulatory compliance \nThis webinar is open to all organisations seeking insight into medical product design and the particulars of clinical evaluation and human factors assessment. \nThere will also be an opportunity to pose your questions to our presenters in a Q&A session after the presentations. \nThis free to attend event is held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the INSTILS programme\, this event is not restricted to those in the D2N2 area.  \nSpeaker Profiles \n  \n Professor Mike Hannay\, Managing Director\, MTIF (CHAIR) \n  \n  \n  \n  \nProfessor Peter Ford\, Professor of Design\, Design Matters MTIF   \nPeter Ford has over 40 years of experience in designing a wide range of products and medical devices for companies that include Pfizer\, Huntleigh Healthcare\, 3M and Inspiration Healthcare. Peter currently directs the Design Matter product design research group at NTU. \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Robert Reisel\, Technical Director\, MTIF \nRobert has been Technical Director at MTIF since June 2020. \nFor the last 8.5 years he developed Class I\, II and III medical devices for global wound and incontinence management from bench to bedside working in the UK and Germany. \nHe is responsible for Operational\, Product Development\, Quality\, Regulatory\, HSE and a Technical Team of 5 people. \n  \nProfessor Daniel Clark\, OBE \, Director\, CHEATA  \nAs head of a large Clinical Engineering service and over 35 years working in healthcare technology\, Dan has huge experience of technology in healthcare\, particularly the NHS. He also has considerable expertise in innovation of healthcare technology and the adoption of new technology into clinical applications. \n  \n  \n \nAlex Mariou\, Surgical Solutions Project Manager\, STERIS Solutions Ltd  \nAlex is a Project Design Manager at STERIS UK. STERIS is a global leader in the design\, manufacture\, sale and support of Infection Prevention products\, Operating Room equipment and Endoscopy Devices. Alex has 10 years’ experience in the healthcare equipment industry and has specialised in designing and providing solutions for Integrated Theatres using cutting edge technology and equipment. Working across the UK\, Alex provides surgical equipment for operating rooms and clinical care areas and is responsible for preparing proposals for projects and managing the process from order to installation. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/getting-it-right-med-tech-product-design/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Rudzki":MAILTO:info@medilinkem.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210603T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210603T113000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Grant Application Writing Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Join us and TBAT Innovation Ltd for a Grant Funding Masterclass\, delving into how to write a successful grant application for Innovate UK. \nKnowing how to write your grant funding application is the most important part of applying for innovation funding. \nMany competitions have success rates of below 10%; therefore\, your application needs to stand-out\, showcase your innovation and demonstrate your knowledge and expertise\, all within tight word-limits. \nThrough years of successfully helping businesses just like yours\, apply for Innovate UK funding competitions\, TBAT are experts in writing successful funding applications that will capture the assessor’s attention and highlight why your innovative project should be funded! \nDuring this 1-hour masterclass\, TBAT will cover:\n– The 10-question application form\n– How to answer each question\n– Their top tips for applying for Innovate UK funding\n– What to do if you need help applying \nThis is great opportunity to learn how to apply for current Innovate UK funding competitions such as the Smart Grants and secure up to 70% of your project costs via these opportunities. \nDURATION: 1 hour \nSpeaker Profiles: \n\nMatt Symonds\, Managing Director\, TBAT Innovation Ltd\nMatt joined TBAT Innovation in 2007 and shortly after became a Director of the business. He has a mechanical engineering degree and is an experienced project manager as a result of ten years’ experience in the Aerospace\, Power Generation and Rail sectors with companies like Rolls-Royce and Bombardier Transportation. \n\nVincent Seddon\, Business Development\, TBAT Innovation Ltd\nVincent joined TBAT in 2019 to head up Business Development for their Oxford office after spending 10 years supporting Corporate clients to plan and grow their businesses as well as mentoring and coaching local business managers with the Barclays Business Bank.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-grant-application-writing-masterclass-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:How cyber safe is your organisation & supply chain?
DESCRIPTION:Medilink Midlands Virtual Coffee Break – members only \nOur June virtual coffee break will take place on Tuesday 8 June from 1 pm – 2 pm. \nThis month we will be discussing cybersecurity\, and we will be joined by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)\, which was set up in October 2016 in support of a national ambition\, outlined in the UK Government’s National Cyber Security Strategy\, to make the UK the safest place to live and work online. \nDuring the session\, representatives from NCSC will provide an insight into what we should be doing to protect ourselves against cybercrimes that target business owners\, and also the many support streams available to SME businesses. \nIn addition\, we have invited some of our member experts in the field of cybersecurity who will be able to contribute to our discussions. \nHosted by Darren Clark\, Chief Executive at Medilink Midlands\, these online coffee breaks provide an opportunity to share current challenges and experiences and make introductions to those that can help. \nWe’re here to help\, so let Medilink along with the virtual group work together to help each other with any concerns\, issues\, or solution needs you may have. \nIf you have any questions or comments\, please feel free to submit in advance to make sure we cover your needs and meet expectations. Click here to submit. \nDial-in details will be provided to delegates by a member of the Medilink Midlands events team once the online registration form has been completed. \n[popup_trigger id=”2016″ tag=”button” classes=”eventbutton”]Book Now[/popup_trigger] \nMedilink Members only. \nIf you’re interested in becoming a member\, please get in touch info@medilinkmidlands.co.uk \nSpeaker profile: \nThe NCSC helps to manage and mitigate the impact of cyber attacks. Our other ambitions are to better understand cyber threats; reduce the attacks that get through; respond when they do; and nurture a culture where cyber security can thrive in the future. \nAs the national authority on cyber security\, the NCSC provides timely\, accessible and consistent advice to individuals and organisations\, empowering them to take action to protect themselves online.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/how-cyber-safe-is-your-organisation-supply-chain/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Heather":MAILTO:info@medilinkmidlands.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210610T100000
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SUMMARY:Food Supplements Special Interest Group (SIG)- Concept to Launch of your food supplement
DESCRIPTION:Supplements and nutrition is one sector that continues to grow. Innovation and new concepts are key drivers for the increase in consumer spend in this area. Have you ever wondered what you need to consider to create your own food supplement and drive new business into this sector and for your company? \nJoin us online for our next Food Supplements Special Interest Group (SIG) to hear about what you should consider. We will cover the nutrients\, additives\, container closure (your pack)\, your claims (what you can and cannot say)\, pilot scale manufacture\, validation\, commercial scale manufacture\, stability and customer complaints. \nAs part of this brief overview\, you can take part in a question and answer session\, with the panel\, Nick Bennett (Chrysalis Health & Beauty) and Janet Worrell (Jenson R+ Limited). \nDURATION: 1 Hour \nThis free to attend event is held as part of the INSTILS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £127\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants. \nPlease note: whilst this event is held as part of the INSTILS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the D2N2 region and is open to all.  \nSpeaker Profiles: \n \nChair: Janet Worrell\, Head of Regulatory\, JensonR+\nJanet is an experienced regulatory affairs professional\, having supported a diverse portfolio of products\, for a number of companies across the East Midlands. Janet’s experience covers early concept development\, food supplements\, over the counter (OTC) medicines\, inhaled therapies and clinical trial applications. Janet enjoys collaborating with companies to develop their regulatory strategy to deliver commercial success. Janet is an independent board member of the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network supporting innovation within NHS. \n  \n  \n Nick Bennett\, Technical Director\, Chrysalis Health & Beauty \nA registered Nutritionist since 2003\, Nick joined Chrysalis Health and Beauty as Technical Director in May 2021.\nHis extensive career spans over 25 years in the supplement industry including time spent in combined technical\, regulatory and development roles in both small manufacturers as well as some of the world’s largest organisations.\nNick started his career after completing a BSc in Nutritional Biochemistry at Nottingham university where his final year project explored how nutrition affects behaviour. Most recently\, Nick helped to lead the industry for 5 years as chair of the Council for Responsible Nutrition UK.\nNick values the benefits of appropriate supplementation and is always keen to help choosing legally compliant supplements become easier for the average consumer. \n  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/food-supplements-special-interest-group-sig-concept-to-launch-of-your-food-supplement/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210615T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210615T140000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: Creating Valid Evidence & Evaluation for the NHS for Medical Devices
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION HAS NOW CLOSED FOR THIS SESSION. The next live Q&A will take place on Wednesday 15 September. To register please click here\nJoin the third of our two-part CPD accredited virtual workshops\, Creating Valid Evidence & Evaluation for the NHS for Medical Devices\, delivered by the East Midlands Academic Health Science Network (EMAHSN).  \nThis session will provide an overview about the kinds of evidence and evaluation that the healthcare system really wants in order to support their buying decisions. \nThis is the third part of the 3 session CPD accredited workshop series designed to get you ready to successfully secure business with NHS organisations \nPART 1 is a pre-recorded webinar that you can watch at a time convenient to you. \nThe pre-recorded webinar will cover: \n• Evidence needed for regulatory purposes\n• Principles and models of evaluation and principles of study design for evaluating healthcare interventions\, to outline the value proposition of the innovation \n—————— \nPART 2 is a live 1-hour Q&A session on Tuesday 15th June 1:00pm – 2:00pm \nIn order to gain access to this live session\, delegates are required to watch the pre-recorded webinar prior to attending.  \nThe Q&A session will be held with a panel of experts from the EMAHSN and delegates will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the team. \n \nUpon registration you will be sent a link to the pre-recorded webinar by a member of the Medilink Midlands events team.  Joining details for the live Q&A session will be distributed separately once the webinar has been viewed. \nSPEAKER PROFILES: \nJulian Patel\, Commercial Manager\, East Midlands AHSN \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nAisha Ajij\, Project Support & Industry Liasion Officer/ITP – AAC Delivery Lead\, East Midlands AHSN \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nPhilip Miller\, Evaluation Researcher\, East Midlands AHSN \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Sarah Bolton\, Business Manager\, The Centre for Healthcare Equipment & Technology Adoption (CHEATA) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/virtual-workshop-creating-valid-evidence-evaluation-for-the-nhs-for-medical-devices/
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210616T100000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: The Application of Digital Technology in a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:Digital Health solutions are understandably now at the forefront of health care initiatives. Join De Montfort University’s Digital Health Team for this webinar to discuss the latest research\, innovation and developments in technology which supports the future of health and social care. \nThis webinar will cover: \n-Digital technologies in the public health response to Covid-19: contact tracing and communication with communities \n-Digital technologies used by individuals and groups to promote wellbeing \n-The effects of using digital technologies with diverse communities during the pandemic \n-Artificial intelligence and Covid-19 vaccination process. \nThis webinar is open to all businesses keen to explore and understand the digital health landscape. \nThis free to attend webinar will be held as part of the SoLSTICE programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund. For further details please click here. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses\, the value of which is £190\, but is delivered completely free of charge to participant \nPlease note: Whilst this event is held as part of the SoLSTICE programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the LLEP area. \nDURATION 1 hour 30 minutes \n\nSpeaker Profiles: \n \nStuart Hilton\, Head of Commercial Partnerships\, DMU \nBiog to follow \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nProfessor Bertha Ochieng\, Professor of Integrated Health and Social Care\, DMU \nBertha Ochieng is Professor of Integrated Health and Social Care\, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences\, De Montfort University. A key aspect of her research is in examining digital solutions that support development of integrated models of health and social care and community engagement. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n Professor Ivan Browne\, Director of Public Health at Leicester City Council \nIvan Browne is the Director of Public Health at Leicester City Council and has been spearheading the local response to COVID 19 in the City.  He is a professor of public health practice with De Montfort University and has a particular interest in the potential of digital technologies to improve population health and wellbeing. \n  \nQ& A Panel \n \nDr Fabio Caraffini\, Associate Professor in Computer Science\, DMU. \nFabio Caraffini is the programme lead for the MSc Intelligent Systems/Intelligent Systems & Robotics and the institute head of research students for the Institute of Artificial Intelligence. He has extensive research experience in designing and applying heuristics for optimisation\, Computational Intelligence for classification problems\, and their joint use to optimally address real-world problems. \n  \n  \n \nDr Mario Gongora is Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science and Informatics at De Montfort University (DMU)\, he is the Faculty Enterprise Lead and a senior member of the Institute of Artificial Intelligence at the Faculty of Computing\, Engineering and Media. Dr. Gongora is a leading researcher in the subject of applied computational intelligence\, particularly in the fields of Data analysis in large and complex datasets and modelling Natural Phenomena\, including identification\, simulation\, and optimisation. \n  \n  \n \nProfessor Francisco Chiclana is a Professor of Computational Intelligence and Decision-making with the Institute of Artificial Intelligence and School of Computer Science and Informatics\, De Montfort University\, Leicester\, U.K. Prof. Chiclana is currently a Highly Cited Researcher in Computer Sciences (according to Essential Science Indicators by Clarivate Analytics). He is an Associate Editor and a Guest Editor for several ISI indexed journals. His research interest includes fuzzy preference modelling\, decision support systems\, consensus\, recommender systems\, social networks\, rationality/consistency\, and information fusion. \n  \n  \n \nDr Raymond Moodley is currently a visiting researcher at the Institute of Artificial Intelligence\, DMU. He is an expert in Applied AI with a primary focus on AI for Societal Enhancement and has led research\, developed AI algorithms\, and published papers in several aspects of societal enhancement including in Education\, Health\, Crime Prevention\, and Consumer Retail. Dr Moodley also has over 20 years of commercial experience including in business strategy and in the design and implementation of large-scale IT projects. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-the-application-of-digital-technology-in-a-pandemic/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T084500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T030709
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SUMMARY:MedTech Integrates 2021
DESCRIPTION:  \nFocused on technology\, diagnostics\, devices\, therapeutics organisations\, and regulators \nInspired by the success of the inaugural MedTech Integrates in last October\, Life Science Integrates is delighted to announce the second Medtech Integrates conference. This one-day gathering of technology\, diagnostics\, devices and therapeutics organisations\, as well as clinicians and regulators\, provides a platform to discuss the major challenges impacting the MedTech sector. \nBroadcast live on 22 June 2021\, Medtech Integrates addresses the needs of the MedTech community to overcome the challenges needed to achieve a transformation of diagnostics and devices in healthcare. \nThis year our three core themes are for the event are: \nDetection: Disease detection is key to diagnosis and treatment. How are we accelerating the clinical translation of MedTech\, and is it impacting wealth as well as health? \nReflection: 2020 was an unprecedented year. What impact has it had on medtech development and commercialisation? \nProjection: What does the future hold for virtual clinical consultations and trials\, data sharing and disease prediction? And how will regulations change? \nNetworking: You will also have the opportunity to network amongst the exhibition area during specific times of the day. Be sure to say hello to the Medilink team. \nFor more information and to view our agenda and high-profile speakers please go to\nwww.lifescienceintegrates.com/medtech-integrates-2021 \nMEDILINK MEMBERS OFFER: \nWe have 25 complimentary tickets for Medilink Members (SMEs only). Please click here to contact us by 17:00 on 18 June 2021 to obtain your promo code to obtain your tickets. Please note: The complimentary tickets are on a first come\, first served basis. Registrations cannot be accepted after this date.\nIn addition\, to register for a delegate pass with 25% Medilink Member discount\, please click here to contact us by 17:00 on 18 June 2021 to obtain your promo code. Please note: Registrations cannot be accepted after this date. \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medtech-integrates-2021/
CATEGORIES:Medilink Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210623T113000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Surviving the Times: Legal update for Life Science and Healthcare Organisations
DESCRIPTION:Join Shakespeare Martineau on Wednesday 23 June and find out the latest legal updates for Life Science and health care organisations. \nWith recent trends in the healthcare and life sciences sector of companies seeking advice on agreements governing channels to market (particularly cross-border)\, e.g. territory-based marketing agent\, sales agent\, distributor\, and reseller arrangements\, this webinar provides the opportunity to hear from the team of experts at Shakespeare Martineau\, who will cover: \n– Different types of commercial agent\n– Agents\, distributors\, and resellers\n– Why outsource your marketing and distribution arrangements?\n– What is the difference between an agent\, a distributor\, and a reseller?\n– Advantages & disadvantages of agency vs. distribution/reselling \nPlus: \n– Round-up of recent HR changes and a look ahead to future changes expected\n– Case law update – recent cases of note\n– What next for employers – life after the pandemic. \nIn addition to the presentations\, there will be plenty of time to put your questions to the speakers. \nPlease feel free to submit any questions in advance\, at the time of event booking. Alternatively\, you can ask at any point during the live broadcast. \nTO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE PLEASE CLICK HERE\nSpeaker Profiles: \nRhys Wyborn\, Partner\, Shakespeare Martineau\nRhys is an employment law specialist helping employers manage their staff and HR issues from recruitment through to termination of the employment relationship\, with everything in between! Specialisms include: – handling disciplinary and grievance issues; defending unfair dismissal and discrimination claims; redundancy and business reorganisations; TUPE transfers and corporate support; drafting bespoke employment contracts and HR policies. He is also regularly instructed to advise on severance agreements for senior executives and other employees\, including the drafting of terms and negotiating matters to a conclusion. Rhys also provides training on HR issues via seminars and forums and bespoke training events for clients including Mock Tribunals and managing investigations. \n  \nEd Wright\, Partner\, Shakespeare Martineau\nEd works with clients from all sectors including life sciences and technology\, media and telecoms on wide-ranging non-contentious commercial\, contractual\, IP\, ICT\, e-commerce\, data protection\, competition and public procurement law issues.  He advises on IP creation\, ownership\, protection and exploitation\, including technology transfers\, R&D collaborations and agency\, distribution/reselling and franchising arrangements.  Ed has a keen interest in drafting/advising on IP licensing arrangements and\, whenever possible\, presents and writes on topical commercial and/or IP matters.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-surviving-the-times-legal-update-for-life-science-and-healthcare-organisations/
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210624T133000
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Maximising your Membership
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second Maximising your Membership virtual event\, aimed to showcase the key benefits \, events and offers that are included as part of your membership.\nIn this interactive session\, chaired by our CEO Darren Clark\, we will be joined by Educo Life Sciences\, learning and development specialists providing technical training solutions to the pharmaceutical\, biotechnology\, cell & gene and medical device industries – who will discuss exclusive member discounts available. \nIn addition\, we will be joined by current member Cambridge Sleep Sciences Ltd\, who will provide an insight into how being a member has benefitted their organisation. \nJoin this event to understand and learn: \n• The benefits and value of being a member\n• How we can continue to support your business and assist with raising your profile\n• Exclusive offers and discounts offered by our Patrons and Members• Details of member-only events \nThere will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions directly to the team at Medilink Midlands. \nIf you are not currently a member and wish to find out more\, we would be delighted if you could join us. If you are \n \nunable to attend but require further information on membership\, please click here to contact us and we will get in touch. \nDial-in details will be provided to delegates by a member of the Medilink Midlands events team once the online registration form has been completed. \n[popup_trigger id=”2016″ tag=”button” classes=”eventbutton”]Book Now[/popup_trigger] \nSpeakers: \n \nDarren Clark\, CEO Medilink Midlands \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nDr. Julian Stone\, CEO\, Cambridge Sleepp Sciences \nJulian has extensive global experience working across software\, med-tech\, electronics and manufacturing\, holding a senior position at $28bn turnover business MiTAC inc. He holds various NED positions and has successfully grown SME businesses over the last 30+ years. \n  \n  \n  \nEduco Life Sciences to follow \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-maximising-your-membership-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210629T090000
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SUMMARY:Medilink Midlands Innovation Day 2021
DESCRIPTION:Medilink Midlands is pleased to announced that the 16th annual Innovation Day will be broadcast live online for 2021. \nInnovation Day sits proudly in our calendar of events as the most exclusive and must-attend event for anyone involved in Life Sciences. \nAlbeit in a digital format\, the day will bring together companies and delegates from across the sector. \nThe day will consist of: \n-Virtual events with top speakers covering hot topics relating to the sector \n‘GOVERNMENT LIFE SCIENCES STRATEGY UPDATE’\, Julia Dudley\, Deputy Director of Innovation and Growth\, Office for Life Sciences \n‘DIAGNOSTIC INNOVATION TO MEET UNMET NEEDS’ – Dr Ashton Harper\, Head of Medical Affairs  – Access & Innovation\,  Roche Diagnostics Ltd \n ‘THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF YOUR HOMEWORKERS – HOW THIS AFFECTS YOUR BUSINESS’ Adam Noach\, Head of Strategic Analytics\, Vitality UK \n‘HOW MEDTECH COMPANIES WILL DRIVE THE FUTURE OF HEALTH’ Karen Taylor\, Director – UK Centre for Health Solutions\, Deloitte UK \n‘INNOVATION TO TRANSFORM THE NHS’ Professor Tony Young OBE\, National Clinical Lead for Innovation NHS England & NHS Improvement \n-Presentations from Spotlight Companies\,  showcasing their products and services \n James Finney\, Project Manager – LLSA (Leicester Life Science Accelerator) University of Leicester. \n Katherine Bourne\, Director\, Accelerate Associates \n Dr Rouzet Agaiby\, Head of Business Development\, eg Technology  \n Vincent Seddon\, Head of Business Development\, TBAT Innovation \nTo download a copy of the programme CLICK HERE \nTo register your interest and for full information on the speakers\, please click here\nPlease note: There are three virtual sessions\, you will need to register separately for each of the three sessions. There is no charge for delegates to attend this virtual event. \nInnovation Day 2021 is sponsored by Pioneer Group: \nPioneer Group create innovation ecosystems for the business of science. Integrating venture development\, investment\, real estate and powerful sector-specific business-focused networks\, Pioneer Group create the environments in which science and technology businesses are more likely to succeed. \nPioneer Group have the largest innovation ecosystem for the science and technology industries. With 600 companies across our portfolio\, we make up 7.5% of the UK innovation ecosystem. \nPioneer Group was founded in April 2021\, following the acquisition of BioCity by Trinity Investment Management and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital\, part of a pre-existing joint venture.  \nAstellas Venture Management LLC\, a wholly-owned venture capital subsidiary of Astellas Pharma Inc\, and Pioneer Group\, the UK’s largest ecosystem provider for science and innovation businesses\, today announce a new collaborative sponsorship and first of its kind initiative to support early stage science ventures. \nhttps://thepioneergroup.com/
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SUMMARY:Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Medilink Midlands Business Awards for 2021 are a celebration and showcase for the best of the best in the Life Sciences sector for the East and West Midlands. \nThe Awards are comprised of 6 awards: See who the finalists are here.  \nThe afternoon will provide the opportunity to network\, see who the winners are and to be entertained by Chris Turner\, Comedian and Freestyle Rapper as he hosts the proceedings for the afternoon – see profile below. \nProgramme\n3pm – Online Networking\n3:30pm – Entertainment\n3:45pm – Welcome from Professor Martin Levermore\, Chairman\, Medilink Midlands\n3:50pm – One to Watch\, Start Up and Export Achievement Awards presented\n4:20pm – Entertainment\n4:35pm – Delivering Innovation in to Health and Care\, Innovation and Outstanding Achievement Awards presented\n5:10pm – Closing remarks from Dr Darren Clark\, Chief Executive\, Medilink Midlands\n5:15pm – Online Networking\n6:00pm – Close \nOnline registration has now closed\, any queries please email info@medilinkem.com \n\n\n\nOur awards would not be possible without the support of our wonderful sponsors\, click here to read about the sponsors: \n– One to Watch Award\, sponsored by Horiba UK \n– Start Up Award\, sponsored by Nottingham Trent University’s Medical Technologies and Advanced Materials Research Theme and the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility \n– Export Achievement Award\, sponsored by Midlands Engine \n– Delivering Innovation into Health and Care Award\, sponsored by the West Midlands and East Midlands Academic Health Science Networks \n– Innovation Award\, sponsored by Potter Clarkson \n– Outstanding Achievement Award\, sponsored by Mills & Reeve LLP\n\n\n\nIn Association with Med-Tech Integrates \nHosted by:  \nChris Turner\, Comedian and Freestyle Rapper\n\n \nChris’s quotable gags and rapid freestyle raps have established him as one of the most in-demand acts on the corporate circuit\, and at comedy clubs around the world. He is based in the USA and regularly performs at New York’s world famous Comedy Cellar and LA’s legendary Comedy and Magic Club. \nHis keen wit and intelligent wordplay have seen him rack up over 30 million views on YouTube; headline for 1 million Dutch comedy fans on RTL4’s flagship stand up show\, The Comedy Factory; appear live on BBC Radio and perform sold-out five-star runs at festivals worldwide. \nChris is a sought-after entertainer on the corporate circuit\, hosting awards and performing for many of the world’s largest organisations\, as well as being a firm favourite of many of the UK’s biggest sports teams. He has worked with Yorkshire Tea to create Blessed are the Teamakers\, a tea-centric rap with 6m+ views\, and with Coca-Cola to produce comedic content for their mobile media platform. \nHe speaks at conferences on the applications of improvised rap in business; his performance at tech conference Wired 2016 led to invitations to events across the globe\, and in May 2017\, appeared at renowned human rights conference the Oslo Freedom Forum. Chris has interviewed Jerry Springer\, introduced Garry Kasparov\, and rapped for Imogen Heap\, and Yasiin Bey. In 2019\, he entertained an audience of 2000 during Forbes’ most recent 30 under 30 conference in Detroit\, appearing between headline speakers Kevin Durant and rapper Quavo. Throughout 2020 and 2021\, he has performed over 200+ virtual shows for companies including Nike\, Microsoft\, Google\, BCG\, Bain & Co.\, McKinsey\, IBM\, Samsung\, and many more.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/medilink-midlands-business-awards-2020/
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