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SUMMARY:Wales Gene Park: Will this treatment work for me? How genomics is helping to personalise medicine
DESCRIPTION:Join Wales Gene Park to hear talks from researchers and clinicians on what is meant by pharmacogenomics and find out how personalised medicine uses information about your genome to diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer and heart conditions. There will also be a panel discussion and questions with our experts. \nTea/coffee from 6pm; talks start at 6.30pm \nOrganised by the Wales Gene Park and Cancer Research UK \nThis event is free of charge but you must register here to attend. \nVisit the website \nContact walesgenepark@cardiff.ac.uk for more information
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/wales-gene-park-will-this-treatment-work-for-me-how-genomics-is-helping-to-personalise-medicine/
LOCATION:Hadyn Ellis Building\, Maindy Road\, Cardiff\, CF24 4HQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150504T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
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SUMMARY:11th Annual PEGS Summit
DESCRIPTION:PEGS – The Essential Protein Engineering Summit is the premier event for antibody and protein science research and the biologics industry\, with more than 1\,800 participants in attendance from over 30 countries. Join us in Boston this May 4-8\, 2015 to share insight and best practices with colleagues\, connect and form new collaborations during copious networking opportunities\, learn from world-renowned thought leaders\, discover industry trends and find solutions to current challenges. PEGS is knowledge-sharing at its best. \nReasons to attend: \n\nNetwork with over 1800+ attendees from over 30 countries\nHear unpublished data and case studies from industry leaders\nCreate your own agenda – Premium Package allows access to all 21 conferences\nShowcase your research by presenting a scientific poster\nParticipate in one of 40 roundtable discussions\nView over 175 scientific posters\nBuild your own schedule using the PEGS mobile app\nVisit with over 110 companies in the exhibit hall\nTake advantage of student fellowships available for grad students and Ph.D. candidates\n\nMediWales members receive 20% discount to attend through United Life Sciences membership. \nMore information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/11th-annual-pegs-summit/
LOCATION:Seaport World Trade Center\, Boston\, United States
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150508
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
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SUMMARY:Africa Health 2015
DESCRIPTION:Break in to one of the world’s highest growth markets. \nLimited showcase packages available with £1\,000 funding \nAs the largest healthcare exhibition in Sub- Saharan Africa. This is the ideal event to meet buyers and distributors from across the region. \nThe showcase package provides companies with the opportunity to explore new markets and generate new relationships with the support of Medilink UK and UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). \nThe accommodation included as part of the package is in the centre of Sandton near many attractions and tourist friendly venues. Daily transportation between the hotel exhibition and receptions is also included. \nWhy Africa Health? \n\nEligible companies can obtain £1\,000 towards the cost of exhibiting from UKTI\nJoin over 5\,000 attendees with 380 exhibitors from 53 countries (figures from 2013)\nHealthcare spend in Sub-Saharan Africa is set to reach $35bn by 2016\nHealthcare expenditure in South Africa alone is worth £8.8bn\n90% of all medical devices in South Africa are imported – local manufacture is not developed\nLarge hosted buyer presence bringing in key decision makers from accross Africa\n\nThe showcase package includes: \n\n£1\,000 TAP Funding\n5 nights accommodation at the Holiday Inn Sandton (4*)\nConsolidated freight arrangements\nDaily return exhibition transfer\nIn market support during the show along with pre departure support\nAcess to Medilink UK/UKTI meeting area\, facilities and refreshments\nDiscounted furniture hire & graphic printing\nUK catalogue entry distributed to every exhibitor\, speaker\, visitor and hosted buyer as part of the registration process\nUKTI and organiser’s business receptions\n\nAfrica Health 15 Showcase Booking Form with Funding
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/africa-health-2015/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Johannesburg\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150226T142805Z
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SUMMARY:NVI Wales - Digital Marketing Lunch & Learn Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Just a few years ago all a business needed online was ‘a website’ – now businesses negotiate twitter\, Linked-In\, YouTube channels\, blogs\, ‘responsive’ websites\, Apps\, webinars and more. \nThis session discusses the pros and cons of the different options and helps you make a plan for using digital services that makes sense for you and your network. \nWhat you will learn: \n– How to manage digital services \n– The pros and cons of using different options \nThis session will be delivered by NVI Wales Mentor – Lynne Elvins\, iSD.  Pre- booking for this lunch time session is essential.  Light buffet lunch included. \nThis event is being run in Partnership with Software Alliance Wales \nRegister here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/nvi-wales-digital-marketing-lunch-learn-workshop/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150413T124843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150413T131927Z
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SUMMARY:Cardiff University: Emperor’s New Clothes or the Way Forward?
DESCRIPTION:Emperor’s New Clothes or the Way Forward?  \nThe Opportunities & Challenges of Clinical Innovation \nRegistration from 6.00pm\nPresentations begin at 6.30pm \nSpeakers \n\nAbigail Harris\, Executive Director of Planning\, Cardiff & Vale University Health Board\nJared Torkington\, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon\, University Hospital of Wales\, Cardiff\nGraham Ewart\, Managing Director\, Direct Healthcare Services Limited\nProfessor Ian Weeks\, Director\, Institute of Translation\, Innovation\, Methodology & Engagement\, School of Medicine\, Cardiff University\nQ&A Session: Chaired by Professor Keith Harding\, Dean\, Clinical Innovation\, Cardiff University\n\nLocation Guide: \nClick for a location guide\nBuilding 110 on map \nProgramme:\nRegistration from 6.00pm. Presentations begin at 6.30pm. Event finishes ca 7.50pm.\nFollowed by a light buffet supper and further networking. \nRegistration:\nClick here to register for this free event.\nPlease pass this invitation to colleagues who may be interested in attending.  \nThe Innovation Network Team\nCardiff University Innovation Network\nFreephone: 0800 801750\nwww.innovation-network.org.uk
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/cardiff-university-emperors-new-clothes-or-the-way-forward/
LOCATION:Cardiff University\, School of Medicine Lecture Theatre 2\, University Hospital of Wales\, Heath Park\, Cadiff\, CF14 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150318T160540Z
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SUMMARY:One Nucleus: May BioWednesday London
DESCRIPTION:BioWednesdays bring together our broad membership for networking and collaboration in an informal setting. Meetings are usually held in the afternoon or evening\, starting with presentations on a relevant and current topic and ending with a networking session. \nMediWales members receive a 10% discount to attend \nView more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/one-nucleus-may-biowednesday-london/
LOCATION:Charles Russell\, 5 Fleet Place\, London\, EC4M 7RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150511T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150416T103615Z
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SUMMARY:ESTnet: The Factory of the Future – Industry 4.0 Business Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Business Networking Meeting \nThe ESTnet are pleased to announce that Alan Norbury\, Central Technology Officer for Siemens Automation\, will speak at the next ESTnet Business Networking meeting on 11 May at the SWALEC Stadium\, Cardiff. \nIndustry 4.0\, the ‘fourth industrial revolution’ offers fantastic opportunities for manufacturing companies and technology firms in the supply chain. Mr. Norbury will talk about how Siemens have embraced this new technology\, what it means to their existing and potential suppliers\, and other opportunities it presents. \nJoining Mr. Norbury will be a representative from the Manufacturing Technology Centre Catapult (MTC) who will speak about how Welsh companies can learn about new opportunities by visiting the Industry 4.0 Demonstrator at their premises in Coventry. \nAvril Lewis\, Managing Director of the ESTnet said: “We are delighted that Alan has agreed to speak at our next business networking event\, and look forward to announcing more speakers in the near future. Industry 4.0 is something we as an industry in Wales need to take advantage of. I urge our members\, and others from the technology and manufacturing industry in Wales to come along to the SWALEC Stadium to learn about the ‘factory of the future’ and network with fellow members and others from the business community in South Wales.” \nThis free event is open to all. Book your place here. \nThe full agenda is: \n2.45 pm Registration\n3:00 pm Welcome\, Idris Price\, the ESTnet\n3:05 pm Alan Norbury\, CTO Siemens Automation\n3:45 pm Lina Huertas\, Head of Manufacturing\, MTC\n4:15 pm Coffee\n4:35 pm Industry 4.0 Company Case Study\n5:00 pm Andy Sellars\, Lead Technologist Manufacturing\, Innovate UK\n5:20 pm Nigel Rix\, Head of Electronic Systems\, KTN\n5:40 pm The ESTnet update\, Avril Lewis\, the ESTnet\n6:00 pm Q&A\n6:15 pm Drinks\, buffet and networking \nThis afternoon session will be followed by ESTnet Business Networking\, an opportunity to meet new contacts and discuss the afternoon’s activities over refreshments.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/the-factory-of-the-future-industry-4-0-business-networking-meeting/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150512T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150427T151636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150427T151636Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: How to Access the Chinese Medical Device Market
DESCRIPTION:China’s medical technology market is expected to become the second largest in the world in the next five to seven years. China represents numerous opportunities for European companies but understanding the practicalities of accessing the market is not simple. \nIn this context\, the EU SME Centre and the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) will host a joint webinar to update you on the latest changes in China’s medical device regulations and a wider picture of Health China 2020. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nThe current Chinese healthcare reform and hospital provision system;\nThe regulatory structure of China’s medical devices market;\nThe latest changes by China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) in the product registration process\, procedure of clinical trials\, and potential impact on SMEs;\nPossible alternative solutions for class I and/or II devices to access the market;\nOpportunities and challenges for EU SMEs in R&D collaboration and wearable devices market for a mega-health initiative in China.\n\nRegister here \nTuesday 12 May 2015\n– Central European Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\n– China Standard Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nAbout the Speakers \nAnna Zhao\, Sector Lead\, Healthcare & Life Sciences\, CBBC \nAnna has 20 years’ work experience in both the Chinese and UK healthcare system. Before joining the China-Britain Business Council\, she worked for the British Embassy in Beijing\, leading the healthcare and life sciences sector\, with a focus on Medical Technology China-wide to help UK businesses succeed in the challenging Chinese market. She worked with both well-established large corporates and SMEs new to the Chinese market. \nBefore moving into business\, Anna used to be an anaesthetist and spent 10 years in medical practice in Peking Union Medical College (PUMC) Hospital\, NHS Derriford Hospital in the UK\, China-Japan Friendship Hospital. During the SARS outbreak\, Anna worked in ICU and the World Health Organisation (WHO) China office.  She holds a MBA in International Hospital Management from Europe. \nChao Xu\, PhD.\, Managing Director of Europe Branch\, Osmunda Medical Device Service Group \nChao joined OSMUNDA in 2011 as a consultant for regulatory affairs in the Europe CE-marking and China CFDA approval. In 2013\, she was appointed as the Managing Director of Europe Branch responsible for international business and collaborations. \nChao earned her master and PhD degree in the Charité\, Berlin Medical University. During this period\, she worked as a research scientist in the Max-Planck Institute\, Leipzig and directed clinical trial in close collaboration with the Siemens Diagnostic Imaging Division. She also graduated from Shanghai Jiaotong University with a bachelor degree in Biomedical Engineering. \nPeipei Xiong\, Project Executive\, Research Team for Healthcare & Life Sciences\, CBBC \nRead more here.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/webinar-how-to-access-the-chinese-medical-device-market/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150513T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150513T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150501T093014Z
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SUMMARY:East Midlands Infectious Disease Research Network - Special Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:The next East Midlands Infectious Disease Research Network Special Interest Group (SIG) will take place on Wednesday 13 May at The Dock\, Leicester. \nThe theme for this event is antimicrobial resistance. Programme of speakers and further details to follow \nWould you like to be part of this popular SIG? \nIf so\, there are opportunities to present in a Pecha Kucha style. \nWhat is Pecha Kucha?\nPecha Kucha is a simple presentation format where you show 20 images\, each for 20 seconds – click here to read more and to see examples. \nIf you are interested\, please comment in the Additional Information box when you complete the online booking form below. \nTo book your free place\, please complete the ‘book online form’ \nThis no-charge event is funded by the Healthcare & Bioscience iNet – project part financed by ERDF.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/east-midlands-infectious-disease-research-network-special-interest-group-3/
LOCATION:Dock Leicester\, Pioneer Park\, 75 Exploration Drive\, Leicester\, LE4 5NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150514T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150514T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150226T143125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150226T143144Z
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SUMMARY:NVI Wales Workshop - Sales\, too important to be left to chance
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs and leaders of young businesses typically focus their energies and resources on getting the product right and evangelising their business to those willing to listen. They often expect customers to come flocking to their door and are ill-equipped when this doesn’t happen. \nCommercial success comes from achieving excellence in ‘key business processes’\, none more so than Sales. \nThe presentation defines the fundamentals of selling and identifies\, sector specific\, key processes and methodologies. It also proposes ‘best practice’ solutions for solving some of the difficult aspects of identifying and winning those all important customers. \nThe presentation begins with a\, scene setting\, short spoof video of a sales presentation.  It is also highly interactive and presents ‘real world’ examples throughout. \nRegister here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/nvi-wales-workshop-sales-too-important-to-be-left-to-chance/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150519
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150302T150525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150302T151620Z
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SUMMARY:CMEF Spring 2015 - the 73rd China International Medical Equipment Fair
DESCRIPTION:CMEF Spring 2015- the 73rd China International Medical Equipment Fair \nAbout the trade fair in China \nCMEF Spring 2015 – The 73rd China International Medical Equipment Fair\, organised by Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions (RSE)\, will be staged during May 15-18\, 2015 at National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) (NCEC)\, China. \nConcurrently with:\nAPI China 2015\nPharmchina 2015 – The 73th Pharmchina
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/cmef-spring-2015-the-73rd-china-international-medical-equipment-fair/
LOCATION:National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) (NCEC)\, 333 Songze Avenue\, Qingpu District\, Shanghai\, China
CATEGORIES:International Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Reed Sinopharm Exhibitions (RSE)":MAILTO:ying.gu@reedsinopharm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150518T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150420T091138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150420T091138Z
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SUMMARY:Medilink EM: Grant Funding to Support Export
DESCRIPTION:To kick start the UKTI Export Week\, UKTI alongside Medilink East Midlands and TBAT Innovation have organised this free to attend breakfast event on ‘Grant Funding to Support Export’. \nThis breakfast event will cover: \n\nAn overview of UK and EU grant funding opportunities\nR&D grants\nUK grant funding to include; Innovate UK\, SMART\, SBRI\, CRD\nEU grant funding to include; EU funding streams\, large EU grant opportunities\, the SME instrument\n\nThe event will include presentations and then 1-2-1 appointments with the experts from TBAT Innovation\, details on how to book your 1-2-1 can be found on our website. \nTo find out more and to book your place\, please click here and complete the online booking form.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/medilink-em-grant-funding-to-support-export/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150518T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150519T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150427T153056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150427T153056Z
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SUMMARY:Cutting-edge Technologies for Drug Target Validation
DESCRIPTION:Join over 200 academics and industry professionals in Edinburgh on 18th and 19th May \nCome and explore the latest insights covering three areas of technology for drug target validation: \n\nApplication of Precise Genome Editing for Target Validation\nTarget Engagement and Deconvolution\nImaging Techniques and their application to Drug Discovery Screening\nExpand your knowledge and advance your career\n\nCome and discuss the latest advancements in Cutting-edge Technologies for Drug Target Validation with world-leading academics and industry professionals. \nThis conference is co-organised by The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) and SULSA. \nView the programme here \nSpeakers \n\nChas Bountra – Chief Scientist – The Structural Genomics Consortium\, University of Oxford\nChristian Eggeling – Professor of Molecular Immunology – University of Oxford\nPaul French – Professor of Physics – Imperial College London\nLars Hammarström – Senior Researcher – Karolinska Institutet\nKilian Huber – CeMM Research Center for Molecular Medicine – Senior Postdoctoral Fellow\nWilliam Janzen – Executive Director – Epizyme\nAndreas Leibbrandt – Head of Haplobank – IMBA – Institute of Molecular Biotechnology GmbH\nLorenz Mayr – Vice President\, Reagents & Assay Development – AstraZeneca\nNicola McCarthy – Oncology Program Manager – Horizon Discovery\nSaskia Otto – Bayer Health Care\nMary Phillips-Jones – Senior Lecturer – University of Central Lancashire\nSteven Pollard – MRC Centre for Regenerative Medicine – University of Edinburgh\nFriedrich Reinhard – Project Manager Science & Technology – Cellzome\, GlaxoSmithKline\nNathan Ross – Investigator III – Developmental and Molecular Pathways – Novartis\nWilliam Skarnes – Senior Group Leader – Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute\nJonathan Wingfield – Team Leader – AstraZeneca\nJohn Wiseman – Associate Principal Scientist – Discovery Sciences\, Transgenics – AstraZeneca\n\nSession chairs \n\nManfred Auer – SULSA Chair of Translational Biology – University of Edinburgh\nNeil Carragher – Principal Investigator Drug Discovery – IGMM\, University of Edinburgh\nSteve Rees – Vice President Screening Sciences & Sample Management – AstraZeneca\n\nView more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/cutting-edge-technologies-for-drug-target-validation/
LOCATION:John McIntyre Conference Centre\, Edinburgh First\, 18 Holyrood Park Road\, Edinburgh\, EH16 5AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150522
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150327T141451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T084402Z
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SUMMARY:Asia Biotech Invest 2015
DESCRIPTION:In a time of explosive growth in biotech innovation and investment across the world\, Asia Biotech Invest\, organised in partnership with AusBiotech is the leading biotech investment conference in Asia\, gathering over 150 of the world’s leading biotech investors seeking new investment opportunities and biotech companies looking to raise capital. \nWhy should you come? \n\nMeet with and hear insight from a hand-picked selection of the worlds most renowned biotech investors.\nOver 40 of the world’s most innovative biotech companies are sharing their latest innovation and breakthroughs – if you’re looking for the next breakthrough in medical technology\, this is where you’ll find it.\nBenefit from unparalleled opportunities to raise capital: We’ve done the hard work and prequalified over 150 bona fide investors at the event who are looking to invest in Asia-Pacific’s biotech companies.\nTake advantage of our online meeting planner and on-site meeting facilities – Over 300 meetings scheduled in just two days.\n\nMediWales members receive a 10% discount to attend though United Life Sciences membership. \nMore information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/asia-biotech-invest-2015/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hotel & Towers\, Hong Kong\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150523
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20141118T100632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150226T091849Z
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SUMMARY:Medilink UK Pavilion - Hospitalar 2015
DESCRIPTION:The largest healthcare exhibition in the region\, Hospitalar is an ideal venue to meet distributors\, buyers and decision makers from across Latin America.  Medilink will again be running the UK Pavilion at Hospitalar 2015 and spaces are available for UK companies to exhibit now. \nThe UK Pavilion package includes: \n\nExtensive support from UKTI specialist International Trade Advisors before\, during and after the event\nInterpreters for use on your stand and in meetings\nRecommended accommodation arrangements\nGroup pavilion refreshments\nUKTI TAP funding for eligible companies (TBC)\n\nLatin America offers a massive growth opportunity to UK exporters. Countries across the region are increasing healthcare expenditure and investment significantly. \nIn Brazil alone\, Government healthcare spending is forecast to grow to US$244bn in 2018\, up from US$204bn today. \nThe market is also heavily reliant on imported medical devices which have recorded a yearly growth of 11.4% since 20082 – creating an attractive environment for exporters. \nSimilar trends can be seen across Latin America: \nMexico – one of the fastest growing healthcare markets in the world with 13.4% annual growth forecast – increasing the market to US$6.9bn in 2018 3. \nChile – planning a large public hospital modernisation project backed up by medical device imports which grew by 31.15% in 20134. \nColombia – over US$1bn of medical devices imported annually. \nAs the largest healthcare exhibition in the continent Hospitalar is an ideal place to meet distributors\, end-users and agents from across South America and take advantage of the huge growth potential in the region. \nFor more information – including a booking form – click here or contact the International Team international@medilink.co.uk or 0114 2329292.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/medilink-uk-pavilion-hospitalar-2015/
LOCATION:Sao Paulo\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T073000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150408T084921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150408T085114Z
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SUMMARY:EEN Wales: Mid Wales Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join the IPO and EEN Wales at the Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast events and hear from key speakers from the IPO and EEN Wales. \nThe IPO will be giving beneficial advice on intellectual property\, its protection and its uses. The EEN will explain its services for collaborating internationally\, such as; partner finding for commercial trade\, business development\, R&D and technology transfer\, support for innovation and H2020 funding for SME’s. \nThe Mid Wales Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast will be held on the 20th May 2015\, 7:30am – 10:00am at the Royal Oak Hotel\, Welshpool. \nTo book your place online\, click here \nFor enquiries\, please call Ceri Stephens on 01686 628778 \nDownload the flyer here \nPrice\nGold Members £12 + VAT\nMembers £16 + VAT\nNon-members £24 + VAT \n@mwaleschamber #BizBreakfast
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/een-wales-mid-wales-chamber-of-commerce-business-breakfast/
LOCATION:Royal Oak Hotel\, The Cross\, Welshpool\, Powys\, SY21 7DG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150318T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150318T160740Z
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SUMMARY:One Nucleus: Life Science Leadership Series: Anti-Microbial Resistance
DESCRIPTION:More details to be announced soon \nView event page here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/one-nucleus-life-science-leadership-series-anti-microbial-resistance/
LOCATION:The Nucleus\, Chesterford Research Park\, Little Chesterford\,  CB10 1XL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150512T095759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150512T100754Z
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SUMMARY:NVI: Healthcare App – Peer to Peer Session
DESCRIPTION:When you’re a start-up developing a new healthcare app\, at times it can feel like a daunting\, lonely adventure. \nThe issues\, challenges and set-backs you’re facing will have aspects that are unique to you\, but there is a massive community of healthcare app developers out there… here’s the opportunity to talk to some of your peers from across the UK\, based in other Universities and incubation centres. \nWhat tips can you give each other? What are the new trends within the field that you could capitalise on? What funding sources are available and how can you access them? What hurdles have you and others faced and overcome? \nCome along to the National Virtual Incubator (NVI) ‘peer to peer’ session and chat – across high definition Cisco video conferencing kit – to other healthcare app developers. The hour-long session will involve short introductions and time for questions/answers. \nExpand your network\, meet and chat with healthcare app developers at NVI nodes/ venues including: \n\nIDEA London\nInnovation Birmingham\nThe Landing at Media City in Salford\nManchester Science Park\nSunderland Software City\nSwansea University (NVI Wales)\n\nAgenda: \n10.45am: Registration and local intros.\n11.00am: Live session across the various NVI Nodes.\n12.00pm: Session finishes. \nClick here to register your place \nThis is a UK wide Cisco National Virtual Incubator event. \nThis session is free to attend\, and is organised by NVI Wales. The Welsh Node of the Cisco National Virtual Incubator (NVI Wales) is part of a ground breaking UK wide virtual network – based at ehi2\, College of Medicine\, Institute of Life Science at Swansea University. NVI Wales is supported by Welsh Government.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/nvi-healthcare-app-peer-to-peer-session/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150530
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150327T142452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T084312Z
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SUMMARY:Medtech Partnering Forum
DESCRIPTION:Medtech Partnering Forum Japan\, taking place in Tokyo\, Japan from May 28-29\, 2015\,  is EBD Group’s newest partnering-focused event for the medical technology community. The inaugural event provides a unique program that caters to the growing medtech sector and provides a valuable opportunity to highlight innovations and best practices for collaborations between companies in Japan\, the US\, and Europe. Medtech Partnering Forum Japan will be an interactive two-day event featuring partnering meetings\, educational sessions\, company presentations\, exhibits\, and networking receptions with leading medtech companies. \nAll areas of the medical technology industry including will be represented including orthopedics\, cardiovascular\, ophthalmology\, diagnostics\, and imaging. No other event in Japan provides these features and provides these valuable opportunities. Also attending are companies serving the industry\, such as manufacturers\, law firms\, CROs and distributors. \nFeaturing EBD Group’s sophisticated\, web-based partnering system\, partneringONE®\, the event enables delegates to efficiently identify\, meet and do business with attending companies\, from large international medtech companies and just launched start-ups\, to venture capitalists and private equity firms. \nMediWales members receive €250 discount to attend through United Life Sciences membership. \nSee more here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/medtech-partnering-forum/
LOCATION:Tokyo Marriott Hotel\, Shinagawa-ku Kitashinagawa\, 4-7-36\, Tokyo\, 104-0061\, Japan
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150607
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150318T142239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150318T142528Z
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SUMMARY:Welsh Government Trade Mission to Tokyo\, Japan
DESCRIPTION:Welsh Government are currently recruiting for their trade mission to Japan. Support is available to arrange meetings in markets. If you would like to participate in this mission\, please contact Gareth for an application form. \nTokyo\, Japan: 30 May – 6 June 2015 \nYou are invited your company to participate in a trade mission to Tokyo\, Japan. \nThis Welsh Government supported mission offers an exciting opportunity for businesses of all sizes to connect with businesses in Tokyo\, Japan’s capital city and the most populated. \nThis is an opportunity for your company to look at exporting to\, or increasing its exports to Tokyo and the wider Japanese market. \nThe Welsh Government is subsidising companies to take part in this trade mission*. The cost of participation is £1\,200. This includes: \n\nReturn flights\nIn-market transfers\n5 nights accommodation with breakfast\nAttendance at in-market events\n\nThis offer is available to one representative per company. \nFor more information on all trade missions and exhibitions\, click here \nKey Sectors \nOpportunities in all sectors\, including: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing\, Creative Industries\, Energy & Environment\, Financial & Professional Services\, Life Science\, ICT\, Construction\, Food & Drink. \nWhy Japan? \nJapan is the third largest economy in the World and is the high-tech powerhouse of Asia. The Japanese economy\, with its hunger for new trends and technologies and a globalised outlook\, offers significant business opportunities for Welsh business in a range of different sectors. \nThe incentives from Welsh companies to do business in Japan include its huge\, open economy; dynamic business culture; strong intellectual property protection; high levels of disposable income; highly educated consumers who are early adapters of new products and\, services and the strong political\, trade and social ties between the UK and Japan. \nTokyo\, with its efficient transport infrastructure\, is an excellent base for Welsh businesses to access the wider Japanese market and meet potential business partners.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/welsh-government-trade-mission-to-tokyo-japan/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Tokyo\, Japan
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150603
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150526T125105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150528T125425Z
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SUMMARY:British-Slovenian Chamber of Commerce inward trade mission to Cardiff
DESCRIPTION:Fraser International are working with the British-Slovenian Chamber of Commerce (BSCC) to organise an inward trade mission to Cardiff on June 1st & 2nd from the Advanced Manufacturing Sector. This is the first mission to come to Wales from Slovenia and the BSCC are indeed hoping that it will result in an outward mission to Ljubljana in November of this year (likely to be funded by UKTI). BSCC are very keen to build sustainable links with Wales and there are clearly business opportunities in this developing market for key Welsh SME’s. \nSlovenia is a market of great potential\, strategically located in the heart of Europe just below Austria\, its key trading markets being Germany & Austria. Click here for more about the Slovenian market. \nFraser International very much welcome your presence on Monday 1st June at the Marriott Hotel in Cardiff Centre. There will be a morning seminar followed by 1-2-1 meeting session in the afternoon. \nConference day @ Marriott Hotel\, Cardiff \n08:00 – 08:30  Registration\, Breakfast Rolls and Tea/Coffee\n08:30 – 09:30  Introductions & Keynote Speakers\n09:30 – 10:15  Slovenian Company Short presentations\n10:15 – 10:30  Networking Break (tea & coffee)\n10:30 – 11:15  Slovenian Company Short presentations\n11:15 – 12:00  Expert Panel (Including: WG & Others)\n12:00 – 13:00  Networking Buffett Lunch\n13:00 – 15:30  Bespoke pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings & ad hoc meetings with UK day delegates \nFraser International anticipate to be joined on the day by representatives of Welsh Government (Advanced Manufacturing Sector Team)\, Welsh Automotive Forum\, South Wales Chamber of Commerce and the Mid Wales Manufacturers Group (TBC) plus others\, so why not plan to come along on Monday 1st June to hear more about what Slovenia has to offer and take the opportunity to network with the delegate companies and various organisations & Officials present. \nPlease register your interest with Ron Cole of Fraser International by emailing ron@fraserinternational.com
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/british-slovenian-chamber-of-commerce-inward-trade-mission-to-cardiff/
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150604
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150327T143405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150512T091730Z
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SUMMARY:Biomedica Life Sciences Summit 2015
DESCRIPTION:Around 1\,000 professional visitors are already expected to attend. This expo\, encompassing 2\,000m² floorspace is where you can present your innovative products\, technologies & services\, devices\, instruments\, diagnostics and material applications. \n\nKeynote speakers\nPitch application & booth at the innovation market\nPoster registrations\nMatchmaking\n\nRegister now \nRegister your poster until 23rd April 2015 to be placed in the official proceedings of Biomedica and get the chance to present your innovation at the Biomedica Life Sciences Summit. Additionally you can win 500 euro for your poster. In total six winners will be awarded. \nMatchmaking: Biomedica 2015 offers various networking opportunities. As a participant you can book one-on-one meetings with different business partners from Belgium\, North Rhine-Westphalia and the Netherlands. Participate at the matchmaking to find new partners offering expertise for joint product developments. \nMediWales members receive €50 discount to attend through United Life Sciences membership. \nSee more here \nEnterprise Europe Network are organising an associated brokerage event that delegates may participate in. Click here to see more.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/biomedica-life-sciences-summit-2015/
LOCATION:C-mine Conference Center\, C-mine\, Genk\, 10/1 3600\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150602T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150326T150549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150413T133146Z
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SUMMARY:BioDundee Conference 2015
DESCRIPTION:BioDundee Conference 2015\nA collaborative event created by the Scottish Life Sciences Community \nThis year’s BioDundee Conference is a collaborative event created by the Scottish Life Science Community. \nBioDundee is delighted to announce that the 15th Annual BioDundee International Conference will take place on Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd June 2015 at the West Park Conference Centre in Dundee. \nDay 1: Tuesday 2nd June 2015 \nTime: 9.15am registration for 10.15am start. Finish 5.00pm \nThemes \n\nPrecision Medicine\nBig Data\nRegenerative Medicine and Cell Therapies\n\nDay 2: Wednesday 3rd June 2015 \nTime: 9.30am registration \nThemes \n\nFinance\nInnovation\n\nThe current list of confirmed speakers can be found here. \nCompany Showcase \nOver the course of both days of the conference there will be opportunities to participate in company showcases. These short pitches by innovative companies and organisations will showcase some of the excellent life science activity taking place across Scotland and the UK. \nExhibition & Partnering \nWe offer a matching system if you wish to have some business meetings whilst attending the event. Instructions on how to make use of this facility are available on the website. An exhibition will run throughout the 2 days of the conference. \nConference costs \nEarly Bird Rate: £150 + VAT (Before May 6th 2015)\nNormal Rate: £200 + VAT Gala Dinner: £38 + VAT \nRegistration \nDelegates can register online at www.biodundee.co.uk
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/biodundee-conference-2015/
LOCATION:West Park Conference Centre\, Dundee\, DD2 1NN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150603T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150603T161000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150407T112845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150407T115104Z
UID:10831-1433320200-1433347800@mediwales.com
SUMMARY:Cardiff & Vale UHB Research and Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:Cardiff and Vale UHB are planning their 3rd Research and Development Conference\, which will take place on 3rd June 2015 (8.30 registration – 16.10 close) at Cardiff City Stadium. \nThe morning session will feature a series of talks. Confirmed speakers to date are: \n\nAdam Cairns\, Chief Executive\, Cardiff and Vale UHB\nAbigail Harris\, Executive director of Planning\, Cardiff and Vale UHB\nLynette Lane\, NISCHR CRC\nRichard Anderson\, Cardiology\, Cardiff and Vale UHB\n\nThere will also be posters on display. \nPlease note\, we have limited space at this event so early registration is vital to avoid disappointment. \nDownload the registration form and return it to mital.patel@wales.nhs.uk
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/cardiff-vale-uhb-research-and-development-conference/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150603T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150318T161210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150318T161210Z
UID:10621-1433354400-1433365200@mediwales.com
SUMMARY:One Nucleus: June BioWednesday London
DESCRIPTION:BioWednesdays bring together our broad membership for networking and collaboration in an informal setting. Meetings are usually held in the afternoon or evening\, starting with presentations on a relevant and current topic and ending with a networking session. \nMediWales members receive 10% discount to attend \nView more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/one-nucleus-june-biowednesday-london/
LOCATION:EIP Fairfax House\, 15 Fulwood Place\, London\, WC1V 6HU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150606
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150330T150503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T150503Z
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SUMMARY:All Wales Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Summer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to this year’s All Wales Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering Summer Meeting.  \nKeynote Address:   Professor Stephen Keevil\, President\, Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM) \nInvited Speakers:   Christine Morrell\, Welsh Government Acting Chief Scientific Adviser (Health)\, Uday Bhonsle\, Radiopharmaceutical Scientist\, IAEA \n\nProffered Papers\nPoster Presentations\nCommercial Exhibition\n\nRegistration for the conference will be £30 if booked before 1st May 2015 and £40 thereafter. Conference dinner on the evening of 4th June will be £25 per person. \nClick here for more information and registration forms \nExhibition space available: \nStandard package: £350\nStandard table (160 x 80cm) inc power and Wifi + Conference dinner (Thursday 4th June for 1 person) \nLeader package: £450\nLarger exhibition space (double space) + Conference dinner (Thursday 4th June for 1 person) + Option for 5 minute podium presentation \nFor details regarding arrangements for payment\, please contact:\nMrs Helen Baxandall\nNorth Wales Medical Physics\nCancer Treatment Centre\nGlan Clwyd Hospital\nBodelwyddan\nDenbighshire LL18 5UJ\nTel: 01745 534971\nEmail: helen.baxandall@wales.nhs.uk \nFurther Details from:\nDevi Ravindranathan 01745 534068\nJulian MacDonald 01745 534971 \nThe conference venue is off Junction 5 of the A483 sign-posted as Wrexham/Mold with easy access from Chester/Manchester or Liverpool and ample free parking spaces.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/all-wales-medical-physics-and-clinical-engineering-summer-meeting/
LOCATION:Catrin Finch Centre\, Glyndwr University\, Wrexham\, LL11 2AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150604T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150407T153639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150407T153639Z
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SUMMARY:Wales Festival of Innovation: Lessons from an Accidental Entrepreneur - Prof Andrew R. Barron
DESCRIPTION:Professor Barron spent eight years as a Professor of Chemistry at Harvard University. He is the co-founder of several companies over a diverse range of industries and has just founded a programme for water purification in developing regions of the world. He is currently Ser Cymru Chair at Swansea University’s College of Engineering where his research involves the application of nanotechnology to fundamental problems in energy research. \nArea of innovation being demonstrated: \nEntrepreneurship in business and innovation. \nWho should attend: \nAnyone with an interest in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. \nBenefits of attending: \nHear from Professor Baron what it takes to be a successful innovator and entrepreneur. \nContact c.magro@swansea.ac.uk for more information \nView more on this Wales Festival of Innovation event here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/wales-festival-of-innovation-lessons-from-an-accidental-entrepreneur-prof-andrew-r-barron/
LOCATION:Swansea University\, Singleton Park\, Swansea\, SA2 8PP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150604T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150402T104605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150402T104605Z
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SUMMARY:BIA Annual Lecture - Celebrating Achievement in the Sector
DESCRIPTION:Sir William Castell (Bill)\, Chairman of the Wellcome Trust\, was awarded the UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) Lifetime Achievement Award at the start of 2015 – an award which recognises the outstanding contribution and achievement an individual has made to the sector. To mark this occasion\, Bill will be joining us this year as the guest speaker at the BIA Annual Lecture taking place on 4 June in central London. \nBill\, a strong proponent of business\, is internationally renowned for his contribution to the life science sector. Prior to taking up this appointment at the Wellcome Trust\, Bill was President and Chief Executive Officer of GE Healthcare\, of which he was also a Vice Chairman. He retired as a Director of GE in 2011. He served for six years as a Director and latterly Senior Independent Director of BP before retiring in 2012. \nThe lecture will provide delegates the opportunity to hear first hand from one of the UKs most successful life science leaders of the last 20 years and hear his perspective on the developments in the sector throughout his prestigious career and his thoughts on a path to success. \nThe BIA Annual Lecture will bring together the life science sector for a celebratory evening of excellence and an outstanding networking opportunity for all. \nRegister here \nView more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/bia-annual-lecture-celebrating-achievement-in-the-sector/
LOCATION:The Wellcome Trust\, Gibbs Building\, 215 Euston Road\, London\, NW1 2BE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150606T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150428T085547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150428T085821Z
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SUMMARY:Wales Festival of Innovation: Soapbox Science
DESCRIPTION:Swansea will be hosting their second Soapbox Science event on Saturday 6th June 2015. The soapboxes will be positioned overlooking the magnificent expanse of Swansea Bay next to the 360 Beach and Watersports centre and café. The Bay will be buzzing with cyclists\, joggers\, dog walkers\, and families out for a walk – Soapbox Science aim to stop them in their tracks with women at the forefront of science and technology from all over Wales talking about their research! The event’s mission is to raise the profile of women in STEM subjects. If you’d like to see what Soapbox Science looks like in action\, have a look at the Soapbox Science 2012 video \nThis is a free public engagement event with 16 female speakers at the forefront of science and technology in Wales engaging with the audience about their research. \nArea of innovation being demonstrated\nWide range of Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Maths and Medicine subjects will be covered. \nWho should attend?\nAll welcome\, from young to old\, for all levels of knowledge. The event is accessible to anyone\, irrespective of education or financial means. \nBenefits of attending?\nBringing science to the streets through low key\, informal interactions with researchers at the forefront of STEM in Wales; highly enjoyable\, informative event highlighting the work of women in STEM; changing views on career opportunities in STEM\, especially for girls. \nSpeakers \n\nProf Karen Holford (@karenholford)\, Cardiff University “Engineered structures for future societal needs”\nDr Laura Wilkinson (@LLWSwansea)\, Swansea University “Why do I always have room for dessert? How the variety effect shapes our everyday decisions about meals and snacks.”\nMiss Jessica Fletcher (@ScienceSheWrote)\, Bangor University “Super Yeast! – Beer\, Bread and Better Health”\nDr Elaine Crooks\, Swansea University “How to get the best out of your image: feature extraction and image processing”\nDr Sarah Dalesman (@Snail_memory)\, Aberystwyth University “Are snails intelligent?”\nDr Emilia Urbanek (@urbanek78)\, Swansea University “Soil carbon – we can’t afford to lose it”\nDr Alison Paul\, Cardiff University “Targeted delivery of anti-cancer drugs”\nDr Cecile Charbonneau (@info_specific)\, Swansea University “New manufacturing techniques and innovative low-cost materials for the fabrication of photovoltaic devices“\nMs Anna Beres\, Bangor University “How speakers of two languages\, such as Welsh and English\, can best use their bilingual brains to learn new information”\nDr Anna Seager (@AnnaLSeager)\, Swansea University “Poisons\, toxins\, danger – we are constantly bombarded by potential toxins in our everyday lives\, in the world around us. How do we stay alive?!”\nDr Carrie Lear (@CarolineLear)\, Cardiff University “The chemistry of fossil shells shows that the Antarctic ice sheet melted when climate warmed in the past”\nDr Monika Seisenberger (@M_Seisenberger)\, Swansea University “Correctness of Programs: Verification of Railway Control Systems”\nDr Rebecca Price-Davies (@rpricedavies)\, Cardiff University “How intravenous nutrition works: a lifeline for people who can’t eat food ”\nDr Carole Llewellyn (@EnAlgae_NWE)\, Swansea University “Exploring the wonders of microalgae to tackle global societal challenges”\nDr Tina Joshi (@tinaljoshi)\, Cardiff University “Microwaving superbugs – transforming point-of-care diagnostics”\nDr Karin Ennser (@karin_box)\, Swansea University “Applied photonics in our life”\n\nView more and register here \nEvent details
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/wales-festival-of-innovation-soapbox-science/
LOCATION:360 Beach and Watersports Cafe\, Mumbles Road\, Swansea\, SA2 0AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150609
DTSTAMP:20260405T145520
CREATED:20150327T143933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150327T143933Z
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SUMMARY:Redefining Early Stage Investments (RESI) Conference
DESCRIPTION:Life Science Nation (LSN) and Texas Medical Center (TMC) have partnered to bring the Redefining Early Stage Investments (RESI) Conference to Houston on June 8\, 2015. The conference will take place at TMCx\, the TMC’s new 100\,000+-square-foot\, state-of-the-art accelerator space. RESI@TMCx will bring together fundraising CEOs and early stage investors from around the globe\, providing the opportunity for dialogue and relationship building\, with the goal of eventual capital allocations. \nThe RESI conference focuses on 10 categories of early stage investors that LSN tracks\, including Family Office\, Venture Philanthropy\, VC\, Angel\, Corporate Venture Capital and more. Through an expansive series of panels and workshops\, investors explain their current investment mandates and process for identifying and qualifying candidates. The RESI Partnering Forum helps fundraising executives identify life science investors who fit their company’s technology sector and stage of development. \nAbove all else\, the RESI Conference Series stresses that fundraising is a numbers game based on fit; scientist-entrepreneurs need to understand that it takes many meetings to build a viable investor pipeline. If you are an early stage scientist-entrepreneur looking to raise capital in the next 12 to 24 months\, you don’t want to miss LSN’s Redefining Early Stage Investments Conference. \n$100 discount applies to UK-based members of the United Life Science partnership organisations (BIA\, Bionow\, BioPartner UK\, MediWales and One Nucleus). Contact BioPartner for your voucher code. \nMore information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/redefining-early-stage-investments-resi-conference/
LOCATION:Texas Medical Center\, 2450 Holcombe Blvd\, Houston\, TX 77021\, United States
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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