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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy - Module C: Attracting Private Investment
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nThis module supports innovators looking for private investment. You learn in this module the different types of investors around\, along with the rounds and mechanisms into obtaining funding. \nNon-dilutive grants and awards are discussed within the module\, emphasising the different types of funding one could potentially obtain. Venture capital is also covered with the entire venture capital and the due diligence process is explained. \nIn this module you’ll learn how to approach investors strategically\, to give you the optimum chance of success. Finally\, the module puts prominence on why research is so important with securing investment and covers how to keep a targeted approach during your journey to attracting investment.​ \nPresenter / expert details: \nGemma Sturt\, Venture Building & Venture Capital Investment\, We are Pioneer Group \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-c-attracting-private-investment/
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON: Medilink Midlands Innovation Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:  \nInnovation Day proudly sits in our calendar of events as the must-attend event for those in the Life Sciences sector and this year will mark the first Medilink Midlands wide Innovation Day following the successful merger of the East and West Midlands Medilink organisations\, meaning more reach across the Midlands and the expectation of this event becoming bigger\, better and of greater significance than before. \nThe day will be hosted by Science writer and Broadcaster Vivienne Parry OBE and will include: \n– A conference programme of innovative\, insightful keynote speakers\, plus hear from our members \n– A table top exhibition of over 30 suppliers/service providers and more \n– Ample networking opportunities \nTo view the programme\, speakers\, exhibitors and more click here.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/in-person-medilink-midlands-innovation-day-2022/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Coventry\, Paradise Way\, Walsgrave Triangle\, CV2 2ST\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Usability Engineering for IVDR and MDR compliance
DESCRIPTION:                                                        \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\n  \nThe next MedTech Regulatory Special Interest Group (SIG)\, hosted by regulatory affairs expert Richard Young\, from AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\, will cover the importance of the inclusion of the usability engineering process as part of the development and maintenance of medical products\, which right now has never been more important. \nAs companies transition to compliance with the revised European Regulations\, the importance of this process for the success of the design and conformity assessment activities of an organisation are critical. \nRichard will be joined by Greg Thay\, Managing Director and Human Factors Consultant\, THAY Medical and they will be covering: \n– The regulatory requirement for Usability\n– General Safety and Performance Requirements\n– Integration with risk Management\n– Usability Engineering IEC62366 as a process based standard in product design\n– Documentation required\n– Common pitfalls \nPlus there will be time for the audience to ask questions. \nTO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE\, CLICK HERE\nThis free-to-attend event is held as part of the ACTIS programme – a project part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund\, click here to be re-directed to further information about the project. 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 ACTIS programme\, attendance is not restricted to companies in the SEMLEP area and is open to all. \nDURATION: 1 hour and 30 minutes \nSpeaker Profiles:  \n \nRichard Young\, Managing Director\, AcclaimBiomedical Consulting Ltd\nRichard has an extensive background in regulatory affairs in addition to GMP (quality assurance)\, GLP (laboratory testing)\, and GCP (clinical). Spanning over two decades\, these core skill areas have been developed with experience in products ranging from class 3 devices such as Orthopaedic implants (IIb) neurological robots\, through electromedical devices such as infusion systems and cardio vascular products. \nRichard brings a blend of pragmatism and experience to these disciplines that facilitates insightful problem solving approaches as well as solid solutions. \nRichard’s skills and experience includes such areas as the development and implementation of effective quality management systems\, auditing to ISO and FDA QSIT standards\, and operating at national and international level through industry associations including Eucomed\, ABHI and ABHI Technical Policy Group. \nGreg Thay\, Managing Director and Human Factors Consultant\, THAY Medical – profile to follow \n 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/webinar-usability-engineering/
CATEGORIES:Project Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Sharpe":MAILTO:events@medilinkmidlands.com
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SUMMARY:EMAHSN Innovation Academy MODULE E Live Q&A: Budget Impact & benefit analysis – understanding  and communicating the value of an innovation to an organisation
DESCRIPTION:The East Midlands Academic Health Science Network Innovation Academy is open to anyone to register. Once registered\, participants will have access to a range of modules\, each including a webinar\, live Q&A session with the experts and online resources.The webinars are on demand\, so can be accessed at any time\, with the live Q&A session for each module being scheduled throughout 2022 \nFor further details/to watch the ON-DEMAND webinar or join the live Q&A session please CLICK HERE to Sign up for the Academy and to register for this module.\nIn this module\, you will explore the importance of understanding value\, along with understanding the desirability and affordability of your innovation. It helps to understand the perspective of an organisation considering your innovation and what they would be looking for\, knowing this helps you to identify the benefits of your innovation as well as the value versus financial savings. \nAn often ‘ignored’ element in many analyses is the ‘cost’ of change and the ‘cost’ of an innovation\, this is explained and detailed here to articulate why and how these should be calculated to ensure accuracy and also credibility. Desirability and affordability are key traits for your innovation to be a success\, and this webinar makes you think about what traits your innovation has in order to be desirable to customers. \nPresenter / expert\nGlen Howard – Health Analytics Programme Manager\, EMAHSN 
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/emahsn-innovation-academy-module-e-live-qa-budget-impact-benefit-analysis-understanding-and-communicating-the-value-of-an-innovation-to-an-organisation/
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: MPD (HYBRID) Training Course: Medical Device Regulation in the EU\, GB & NI
DESCRIPTION:**Unfortunately due to circumstances beyond our control\, this event has been postponed**\nThis is a one-day course designed for those who need to better understand Medical Device Regulation in Europe\, Great Britain and Northern Ireland. \nComprehensive slides and information will be supplied on the day alongside a wealth of experience\, insights\, examples and methods. \nThis one-day course will help you better understand the:\no EU Medical Device Regulation;\no UK & Northern Ireland transitional requirements and timings regarding Brexit;\no How to classify your medical device;\no Gain useful insights into technical documentation and labelling;\no Gain useful insights into clinical evaluation\, usability\, and what really matters.\no Gain lots of insights into helpful guidance\, and white papers. \nPlus\, you will be able to ask ‘that question’ of one of the UK’s most experienced medical device consultants. \nPlease note that this course is available as both an in-person or interactive virtual event. When booking please state your preference in the comments section of the booking form.  \nTo view the programme and for further information (including target audience\, learning outcomes and speaker profile) please click on the Event Brochure or Detailed Course Content links below: \nEVENT BROCHURE \nDETAILED AGENDA \n\n\n\n\nMEMBER\nNON-MEMBER\n\n\nSTANDARD\n£210\n£300\n\n\nEARLY BIRD OFFER*\n£190\n£270\n\n\nVIRTUAL ATTENDANCE**\n£190\n£270\n\n\n\nAll prices are excluding VAT. \nBooking Details\nOnce we receive your booking form\, you will be sent a confirmation email and invoice. If attending virtually\, payment is required at least 3 working days prior to the commencement of the event to receive joining details. \n*EARLY BIRD OFFER – Book before 5pm on Friday 25 March 2022 (please note this offer does not apply to virtual attendance) \n**VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE : This is an interactive session via Microsoft Teams that will require the use of webcam and computer audio at all points throughout the training course. Prior to booking this option please ensure that your system allows the use of Teams\, webcam and computer audio.  Relevant documents for use on the day will be sent electronically. \nYou will have the ability to ask questions directly to our presenter at any point throughout the training course.  \nRefunds are not available for non-attendance. Changes made to bookings less than 3 working days prior to the course date will result in the loss of the early bird discount (if applicable) and a standard charge will apply. We reserve the right to charge an admin fee to any changes to a booking.  \nHow to find MeetPoint Midlands\nConveniently located off Junction 23a/24 offering easy access to Derby\, Nottingham and Leicester. The nearest train station is East Midlands Parkway which is 3.4 miles away. To help plan your journey\, please click here to visit the venue’s website. Complimentary on-site car parking is available \nVenue & Event – COVID-19 Compliance \n* Delegates must not attend if they are self isolating or displaying any COVID-19 symptoms (a high temperature\, new and persistent cough\, or a loss of/change in sense of taste or smell)\, even if these symptoms are mild \n*Delegates must not attend if anyone they live with have one of the above symptoms \n* The room will be laid out in classroom style with relevant spacing between tables \n*All rooms have a hands free hand sanitiser nearby \n*Social distancing measures will be in effect for all toilets \n*Delegates will be required to wear a face mask while moving around the venue\, but will be able to take them off during the training course \n*Individual boxes will be provided for lunch – with options for Meat eaters\, Vegetarian\, Vegan and Gluten Free
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/mpd-training-course-medical-device-regulation-in-the-eu-gb-ni-2/
LOCATION:MeetPoint Midlands\, Conference Centre\, 28 High Street\, Kegworth\, Derbyshire\, DE74 2DA
CATEGORIES:Medilink Midlands Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Rudzki":MAILTO:info@medilinkem.com
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SUMMARY:Creating a Healthier Future
DESCRIPTION:Silverstone Technology Cluster \nJoin us for our next Wearable Technology Special Interest Group event at Silverstone Technology Park. \nWe have an exciting panel of speakers who will share their insights into the future of Wearable Technology and its varied application in the medical sphere. From smart sensing solutions\, new materials and human technologies\, this event will delve into ways wearable technology can be applied to create new healthcare/medical solutions. \nWe are thrilled to announce we will be joined by: \n\nZeke Steer\, CEO at Milbotix who will be talking about the progress he’s made towards commercialising his academic research and cover the importance of engaging with end users to identify unmet needs\, the mindset of ‘Research versus Engineering’ and raising early investment.\nStuart Wells\, Director at Location Extreme who will be presenting their new GPS safeguarding solution; ‘Meili GPS Safe’ – a next generation GPS tracking system with SOS and GeoFencing features that enables carers to be alerted when a patient or loved-one wanders\, and to be routed directly to their location via the Meili App.\nSimon McMaster\, CEO at Footfalls & Heartbeats who will present ‘Prehabilitation and rehabilitation in the 21st Century’\, focusing on the use of wearable technologies to increase the time provided for clinical prehab and rehab whilst allowing the patient to continue in their normal lives.\n\nand recently announced: \n\nDr Laura Salisbury founder of KnitRegen and Dr Gopika Rajan\, postdoctoral researcher soon to join the Royal College of Art\, present their revolutionary patent-pending smart textiles as a form of wearable physiotherapy for stroke rehabilitation. The audience will learn how this technology aims at addressing current problems with post-stroke treatment while prioritising end-user comfort\, identity and general well-being.\n\nBook your place today to be the first to find out how wearable technology can change the future of medical care and join the conversation with leaders and specialists from the industry. \nThis is a hybrid event held at the Silverstone Park Innovation Centre\, so please ensure you book the appropriate ticket. \nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE. \nTimings 9.00am – 12.00 noon.
URL:https://staging.medilinkmidlands.com/event/creating-a-healthier-future/
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