Jun
27
4:30 pm16:30
Industry

Untitled Event

HNWIS is hosting a webinar on 27th June to provide information on the support the Service can offer to Scottish businesses developing innovative solutions for the water sector.

The webinar presentation will be given by HNWIS and Scottish Enterprise. Presentations will last 30 minutes followed by Q&A. 

The webinar will cover:

  • Market potential;

  • The water market in Scotland;

  • What is HNWIS and how can it support you?

  • How can you engage with the service?

  • How HNWIS has supported other companies;

  • The application and assessment process.


Throughout the webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions to the presenters through a live interaction platform.


If you have any questions ahead of the event, please feel free to email us at: info@hnwis.scot

Throughout the webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions to the presenters through a live interaction platform. 

Information regarding how to dial into the webinar and the online interaction platform will be provided along with your ticket.

 

The Hydro Nation Water Innovation Service (HNWIS) is a free one -stop shop for innovation support available to Scottish businesses developing solutions for the water and wastewater sector. Through our project partners ( Scottish Enterprise, Scottish Government, Highlands & Islands Enterprise, SEPA, Scottish Water, Scottish Funding Council) we can provide access into a full range of services and support.

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Jun
27
10:00 am10:00
Industry

APPRENTICESHIPS IN SCIENCE

The Life Sciences Industry Leadership Group and Skills Development Scotland (SDS) employers in the Life Sciences and Food Technology sector to join us for an update on Apprenticeships and work-based learning.

Date: Thursday 27 June
Time: 10:00 – 13:00 (lunch provided)
Venue: Stirling (details tbc)

This event will provide an opportunity for employers in the Life Sciences and Food Technology sector to:

  • Hear first-hand from companies and apprentice the vast benefits it brings to the business

  • Get an update on the latest developments in work-based learning in the sectors

  • Hear from employers and colleges about successful delivery of Modern/Foundation Apprenticeships

  • Share your ideas and recommendations for SDS and partners


The event will include presentations, discussion groups a networking lunch.

The morning event will involve case studies from employers involved in Foundation and Modern Apprenticeships as well as an update on new developments in Modern Apprenticeships that include more flexible frameworks and the hot area of Advanced Therapies. Showcasing how you can grow your own talent in a variety of occupations in Science.

Foundation Apprenticeship delivery partners are also invited to stay for the afternoon session for a sectoral Community of Practice meeting focussed on FA delivery in these priority sectors.  

Life Sciences Employer Survey

The Life Sciences Industry Leadership Group and Skills Development Scotland (SDS) would also appreciate your assistance completing this very short survey, which will help identify knowledge gaps in work-based learning and raise awareness of skills development support available to the industry. This survey provides you with an opportunity to influence the direction of future work based learning, and will help SDS shape provision and facilitate skills workshops in response to industry needs.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MRHFSXV

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Jun
24
to 25 Jun
Industry

SYNBITECH2019

Building a multibillion-dollar synthetic biology industry. SynbiTECH is an international forum taking place this June in London for experts engaged in synthetic biology research, commercialisation, investment and policymaking.

SynbiTECH 2019: Building a multibillion-dollar synthetic biology industry

The must-attend international conference taking place 24-25th June 2019 in London for anyone engaged in synthetic biology investment,  commercialisation, policymaking and research.

The event will focus on the key opportunities and challenges for building a multibillion-dollar synthetic biology industry that will contribute to the fast-growing bioeconomy.

The event has an extremely high profile speaker line-up, supporting an exciting programme sure to offer unique insights into the fast-growing field of synthetic biology.

Key themes include:
• The role of synthetic biology in sustainable food production
• Sustainable bio-design and fashion
• Growing the UK bioeconomy
• Sustainable biomanufacturing
• Healthcare and therapeutics
• High impact investment opportunities in synthetic biology

Key speakers include:
• Hermann Hauser, Co-founder & Venture Partner, Amadeus Capital Partners
• Claire Bergkamp, Sustainability & Innovation Director, Stella McCartney
• Dr Rick Johnson, CEO & Founder, Global Helix LLC
• Dr Jason Kelly, Co-Founder & CEO, Ginkgo BioWorks
• Dr Irina Haivas, Principal, Atomico

Founded by SynbiCITE, the UK’s National Industrial Translation Centre for Synthetic Biology, SynbiTECH 2019 will provide a forum to drive innovative thinking and international collaboration, to determine how science and engineering – leveraged by industry, finance and policy – can create a sustainable economy through synthetic biology/engineering biology.

Subscribe to receive the latest updates and special offers from SynbiTECH: www.synbitech.com/subscribe-receive-updates

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Jun
19
to 20 Jun
Industry

BIOBASED COATINGS EUROPE 2019 SUMMIT

The main aim of this 2-day event is to focus on the latest technologies advancements, policy regulations, developments within the coatings industry in Europe.

Following the success of our inaugural Biobased Coatings Europe conference in June 2018 which brought over 100 senior level attendees to Antwerp, we are excited to be hosting Biobased Coatings Europe 2019 on 19th & 20th June in Düsseldorf, Germany. The two day conference will once again bring together senior executives and experts from the coatings industry, policy makers, consultants, technology innovators and leading market analysts to discuss the latest challenges and developments within the industry and engage in excellent networking opportunities.

The two day event will give you an insight to the industry`s latest policy evaluations and, while focusing largely on developments within the coatings industry in Europe, will also concentrate on updates and future forecasts on supply and demand of the key world markets. By highlighting the sector’s current major challenges and opportunities the conference will provide a holistic outlook on market trends and drivers.

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Jun
17
4:30 pm16:30
Industry

SCOTCHEM RECENT APPOINTEES WORKSHOP

ScotCHEM are holding a workshop aimed at exploring new areas for innovation with our next generation of research leaders. The workshop will bring together industrialists, artists and our new research leaders.

Be part of Scotland’s next generation in chemical innovation.

Monday 17th June 2019

Juniper Auditorium
V&A Dundee,
Riverside Esplanade, Dundee, DD1 4EZ

A workshop bringing together industrialists, artists and ScotCHEM’s new research leaders.

An excellent opportunity to:

  • Meet Scotland’s next generation chemical science leaders

  • Catalyse creativity by joining our ‘Big Ideas’ and ‘Art meets Chemistry’ break out sessions.

  • Two £1k art meets chemistry commissions

  • Meet industry scientists

  • Meet business people and entrepreneurs

  • Learn about upcoming funding opportunities

  • Discuss collaboration and innovation


Registration:
You must register by Friday 14th June.
Academic registrations are limited to ScotCHEM ECRs.
Registration is free
ScotCHEM will reimburse travel costs for our ECRs.
ScotCHEM ECRs will be given a 2 minutes slot to pitch their research interests.
Postdoctoral researchers may attend if they are actively seeking an independent position.

The workshop includes a dinner at the Tatha Bar and Kitchen in the V&A.

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Jun
14
5:00 pm17:00
Industry, IBioIC

WASTE TO WEALTH: OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY

A Centre for Innovation in Energy Storage workshop supported by Zero Waste Scotland, ScotCHEM, IBioIC and ETP.

Friday 14th June 2019, University of St Andrews

The Centre for Innovation in Energy Storage (CIES) will bring together academia and industry to address one of the world’s most important technology challenges; the efficient storage of renewable energy.  The aim of CIES is to establish transformational collaboration between universities and businesses. CIES presents a unique opportunity that will address both Scottish Government’s Energy Strategy and priorities and the UK’s Industrial Strategy.

The Innovation Centre will have three elements:
1.    An Academic Collaboration based in the partner universities.
2.    An Innovation Facility based on The Eden Innovation Campus by St Andrews.
3.    An Energy Storage Research Cluster in St Andrews University.

The workshop offers the opportunity to:

  • Discover new capabilities, network and build new collaborations.

  • Learn about funding opportunities.

  • Discuss how recycling and resource recovery can help Scotland meet its energy targets.

Areas of Interest:

Recycling
Battery Recycling Biomass
Metal recovery
Biodegradable packaging   
Renewable feedstock
Waste-to-chemicals
Biofuels
Waste-to-energy

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Jun
13
to 14 Jun
Industry, Academia, IBioIC

CHEMISTRY AND THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY – INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION

IBioIC and representative SME member companies will be featuring in the upcoming Chemistry @ Work day, which focusses on delivering an engaging demonstration of chemistry and the circular economy to over 200 school children and their teachers.

Raising awareness about the industrial biotechnology (IB) sector as an attractive and accessible future career opportunity is high on the agenda for the IBioIC Skills Team.  Without an increase in recruitment to courses at all levels, the number of industry-ready graduates will not meet the demand of this growing sector.  Our efforts must start with engaging the next generation and those that influence their career decisions. 

The circular economy is yet to be embedded in the curriculum for excellence, and this represents a significant barrier to inspiring the next generation of IB employees.  This event seeks to demonstrate the breadth of the subject, with groups rotating through five 30 minute interactive workshops over the course of a day, interwoven with careers stories, routes to employment and company profiles.  There’s also time for pupils and teachers to browse an exhibition area manned by support organisations such as Skills Development Scotland, Social Mobility Foundation, Developing Young Workforce.  As a take-home gift, all pupils and teachers will receive a goody bag, full of useful materials and experiment kits to explore at home or in the classroom.

It’s important to IBioIC and organisers at the University of Strathclyde, including Dr Jane Essex, a lecturer in Chemical Education at the University, that this event is accessible to all.  Jane has recently featured in an article in Chemistry World (June 2019; Access all areas), which updates readers on the quest to make chemistry education accessible to all - “Science feels, to many people, like a very elitist, exclusionary practice, and teachers and families are pre-selecting their child with special educational needs out of being interested in doing science”.

Date: 13 and 14 June
Time: 9.30 – 2.50
Venue: Royal College, University of Strathclyde

Event Sponsors
• Royal Society of Chemistry
• IBioIC
• Glasgow Chamber of Commerce
• Skills Development Scotland

For more information please contact skills@ibioic.com

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Jun
10
to 21 Jun
Industry, Academia, IBioIC

I'M A SCIENTIST, GET ME OUT OF HERE!

Applications now open for I’m A Scientist, Get me out of here!

The popular STEM engagement competition will run from 10 to 21 June this year, and applications are open now until Tuesday 23rd April!

This is a fun and exciting opportunity to engage with curious school students, inspire them and show them what it’s really like to be a scientist! In the processes, you’ll also develop your communication skills and gain a fresh perspective on your work.

Once you’ve applied, just fill in your profile page and start answering questions from our UK school students through our text-based chat system. Everything happens online, so there’s no need to leave the office and set time apart to prepare activities.

“After my first live chat, I was hooked! The enthusiasm of the students was inspiring, and some of the questions were incredibly thought-provoking.” David, physicist

Plus, what’s more, the favourite scientist voted by students will win £500 to fund more engagement activities!

Taking part is an opportunity to use some of your annual STEM commitment to your IBioIC studentship so if you’re less keen on engaging in person, this might be a route for you.

Apply by Tuesday 23rd April!

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Jun
6
to 8 Jun
Industry

THE EUROPEAN BIO ECONOMY VENTURE FORUM

The European Bio Economy Venture Forum aims to support the world-wide efforts towards a green economy, while maintaining well-being within the limits of our planet and protection of human health and the environment.

The role of entrepreneurs, industry and investors is essential to the successful development of a knowledge-driven economy in the Bio Economy sector and the European Bio Economy Venture Forum will offer a unique platform for stakeholders to exchange knowledge and build long lasting business cooperation.


30+ companies active in the high technology sector will be selected to present at the Forum by the Selection Board, who will assess them on the basis of their business potential, technology merit, competitive position, investment interest and team experience. They will meet with international investors and corporates during the two day event including a networking dinner.

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Jun
4
11:00 am11:00
Industry, IBioIC

SUMMER SOCIAL - IBIOIC MEMBER NETWORKING EVENT & BBQ

Join us on Tuesday 4th June for IBioIC's first Summer Social Networking Event & BBQ!

Open to IBioIC members only, this event will welcome new and existing members to showcase their businesses & find out more about our ever expanding network in a relaxed and informal environment. With a series of short presentations in the afternoon followed by an overview of the latest developments within IBioIC, the event will round up with an opportunity for networking and enjoying the early evening sun (weather permitting of course!), whilst finding out more about the companies working within your industry.

So come along & make some new contacts, reacquaint yourself with old ones, and develop your business relationships as we host our event at Edinburgh's Glasshouse Hotel on their fabulous roof garden in the heart of the city centre.

We are inviting members (new & current) to present for a total of 5 minutes answering the following questions:

  • Why did you join IBioIC and what do you hope to gain from the membership?

  • What are your specific areas of interest in relation to IB?


** Attendees must be current industry members of IBioIC. Due to space restrictions, only two delegates per company are permitted. **

Related download
Privacy Notice Summer Social_04.06.19.pdf

SUMMER SOCIAL_AGENDA.pdf

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Jun
3
to 6 Jun
Industry

BIO INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2019

The BIO International Convention is hosted by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), which represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centres and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other nations.

The key benefits of attending the 2019 BIO International Convention are access to global biotech and pharma leaders via BIO One-on-One Partnering, exposure to industry though-leaders with over 500 education sessions at your fingertips, and unparalleled networking opportunities with 16,000+ attendees from 74 countries.

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Jun
3
to 7 Jun
Industry, Academia

5TH INTERNATIONAL SOFT MATTER CONFERENCE (ISMC2019)

The 5th International Soft Matter Conference (ISMC2019) will be held in Edinburgh, United Kingdom from 3-7 June 2019.

The Organisers are looking forward to welcoming you to this Conference, held under the auspices of the SoftComp Network of Excellence. 

Confirmed Plenary Speakers include:

- Lydéric Bocquet (CNRS, ENS): ‘Flow and rheology at ultimate scales’
- Stephen L Craig (Duke University): ‘Macromolecular Mechanochemistry’
- Kohzo Ito (University of Tokyo): ‘Tough topological polymers and their applications to energy-efficient vehicles and medicine’
- Susan Perkin (University of Oxford): ‘A Cabinet of Curiosities: Stories of Electrostatics in Soft Matter’

There will be 10 scientific sessions:

- Active Soft Matter
- Arrested Soft Matter
- Colloidal and Granular Soft Matter
- Interfacial Soft Matter
- Living Soft Matter
- Stressed Soft Matter
- Polymeric Soft Matter
- Making and Measuring Soft Matter
- Processing Soft Matter
- Self-assembled Soft Matter

Registration Opens                        3 June, Morning
Scientific Programme Starts         3 June, 2pm
Opening Social Reception             3 June, Evening
Conference closes (with lunch)    7 June, 12:30 pm

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