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SUMMARY:EEN: Wales Forum on Europe event - Jobs\, Growth and the EU
DESCRIPTION:This forum is being organised to give participants the opportunity to hear the latest initiatives to address jobs and growth in an EU context. Delegates will be able to hear from the European Commission about the EU’s new Investment Package for jobs and growth as well as the funding opportunities available from the European Funding Programme 2014-2020. They will also have the chance to share experiences with companies who have traded successfully within the European Union. \nThe Right Honourable Carwyn Jones AM\, First Minister of Wales\, will deliver the opening address.  He will be followed by speakers from the European Commission\, the Federation of Small Businesses (Wales) and one of Wales’ EU Funding Ambassadors. Jane Hutt AM\, Minister for Finance & Government Business will also make a keynote address. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from case studies from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and a University based company and on how they have successfully accessed the single market and taken advantage of EU funding. The event will close with a question and answer session to the speakers. \nRegistration \nFor further details about the event and to register\, please click here and use the password provided below. \nPassword – WFEapril2015 \nIf you are unable to view the webpage\, please email  \nSpaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis\, please register by Friday 17 April 2015
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/een-wales-forum-on-europe-event-jobs-growth-and-the-eu/
LOCATION:Future Inn Hotel\, Cardiff Bay\, Cardiff\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150430
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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SUMMARY:ABHI: Medical World Americas
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to grow your business in the USA? Would you like to have a profile at Medical World Americas? ABHI is offering UK Medical Companies the opportunity to promote their products  from the ABHI stand via their product show case and literature display. Closing date: 31st March 2015 \nIf you are interested in having a presence at this growing show please book here.  \nMedical World Americas provides a premier annual healthcare educational forum and product innovation showcase from the organisers of MEDICA. The show covers a broad range of products and services for the medical sector\, from prevention and diagnostics to rehabilitation\, facility management and information technology. The show attracts Medical Professionals\, including:  Healthcare administrative professionals and clinicians\, leaders and aspiring leaders\, and individuals from the public\, private and academic sectors\, from over 31 states Medical World Americas.
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/abhi-medical-world-americas/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Houston\, Afghanistan
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150430
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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SUMMARY:The Age of No Retirement?
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the value within a society where people are living longer – 3 days\, 4 themes\, 24 co-design labs\, 40 impact stories\, 600 participants\, 300 organisations. \nWe are living longer. And whether we welcome it or not\, change is inevitable – in how we live our lives\, and how we shape society around us. \nNow is the time to explore together the opportunities that this change could mean for us all – in work\, in education\, in our communities\, in the world as a whole. \nAnd for you. Whether you’re young or old\, this is an issue about YOU. And how we think\nand what we do today will affect us all\, both now and in the future. \n‘The Age of No Retirement?’ is a collaborative movement including employers\, policy makers\, innovators\, designers\, academics and citizens in creating a society without age barriers\, where skills\, capabilities\, knowledge and wisdom are valued whatever your age – young or old. \nJoin us at the People’s History Museum in April to prototype your future. \nPartners: \n\nBarclays\nCalouste Gulbenkian Foundation\nJoseph Rowntree Foundation\nInternational Longevity Centre (UK)\nHigh50\nAge Action Alliance\nTrading Times\nCommonland\nPaul Belford Design\n\nView more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/the-age-of-no-retirement/
LOCATION:The People’s History Museum\, Left Bank\, Spinningfields\, Manchester\, M3 3ER\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150429
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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SUMMARY:April's Cambridge New Therapeutics Forum meeting
DESCRIPTION:For the second event\, CamNTF will be joined by Dr Xavier Jacq\, Head of Biology (MISSION Therapeutics)\, an experienced drug discovery project manager and expert in protein ubiquitylation and Dr Klaus Okkenhaug\, Group Leader (Babraham Institute)\, an immunologist with particular interests in cell signalling and PI3-kinases.  \n Programme:\n17.30 Doors open\n18.00 PI3K signalling and activated PI3-delta syndrome – Dr Klaus Okkenhaug\, Babraham Institute\n18.30 DUBs\, DUB inhibitors and synthetic lethal screens – Dr Xavier Jacq\, MISSION Therapeutics \nAttendance is free but all attendees must register in advance\, registration closes on 20 April. Places are limited and early registration will be important to avoid disappointment! \nIf you have a query\, please email Dr Tacita Nye. \nTo learn more about Cambridge New Therapeutics Forum please click here. \nFor more information click here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/aprils-cambridge-new-therapeutics-forum-meeting/
LOCATION:Babraham Institute\, Babraham Research Campus\, Cambridgeshire\, CB22 3AT \, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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SUMMARY:UKTI: The Symposium on Advanced Wound Care and Wound Healing Society meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join a select group of UK companies on UK Trade & Investment’s Mission to the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) and Wound Healing Society (WHS) meeting\, taking place in San Antonio\, Texas\, from 29th April – 3rd May 2015. \nUKTI’s mission will provide an opportunity for UK Wound Care companies to promote their expertise as part of a collective UK presence. \nRegister your interest via UKTI. Your registration will be considered and you will be contacted. Please note\, conference entry\, flights and hotels are payable by each delegate. \nWhy join the mission? \n\nTake advantage of invaluable opportunities to hear about the latest developments in the wound prevention and treatment sector.\nUse the UK booth (Booth #152) as a base to engage with event attendees and international organisations.\nEngage in key networking opportunities with clinicians\, academics\, end users and wound care companies throughout the event programme.\nUKTI will be hosting a Breakfast Presentation and Networking meeting on Thursday 30th April. Registration from 7am; session starts at 7.30am until 8.45am at the Sheraton Gunther Hotel 205 East Houston Street San Antonio TX 78205.\nUKTI will be hosting a VIP networking reception on Friday 1st May at  Boudro’s 421 East Commerce San Antonio TX 78205\, provisionally from 5pm to 7pm.\nA proposed group site visit to the San Antonio Military Medical Centre (SAMMC)\, the US Department of Defense’s largest in patient hospital (tbc).\n\nIs it for me? \nThe meeting is designed for physicians\, nurses\, physical therapists\, researchers\, scientists\, podiatrists and dieticians involved in wound healing or wound care issues. \nThe main SAWC Clinical tracts include: \n\nAAWC Clinical Practise\nAdvanced Practise\nWound Prevention and Therapeutics\nLimb Preservation\nPost Acute care\n\nUKTI has secured an extension to the Early Bird rates for UK Companies: \n\nIndustry MVP Non Member Early Bird $790 (normal rate $820)\nIndustry Normal Non Member Early Bird $540 (normal rate $570)\nAdditional guest exhibition only pass $125\nRegister your interest via UKTI for an exclusive $50 discount\nFurther information on rates\n\nAccommodation is best sought near the Riverfront of San Antonio\, close to the Convention Centre. \n\nSAWC have discounted hotel rates which can only be utilised once registered – these rates are bookable up to 20th March\nSAWC have organised discount codes with 2 airlines United Airlines and Delta Airlines\nFurther travel information
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/ukti-the-symposium-on-advanced-wound-care-and-wound-healing-society-meeting/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Centre\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:External,International Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T153000
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SUMMARY:CNH Event: AntiMicrobial Challenge: Working together to meet this global threat
DESCRIPTION:Microbes present a major threat to human health in the 21st century. Almost every day we hear reports on the increase of hospital acquired infections\, the rise in the number of bacterial species becoming resistant to existing antibiotics and the microbial contamination of food. \nThe increased challenges to combat microbes impacts far beyond the healthcare sector and microbial control must be improved in food\, agriculture\, environment and water processing industries.  Microbial mechanisms\, epidemiology\, clinical importance\, treatment and contamination control strategies\, and prevention of antimicrobial resistance are a major challenge to all. \nDelivered by the Centre for NanoHealth at Swansea University\, a thriving research centre with strong industrial engagement \, this FREE networking event will look at how the health communities\, industry\, Government and research institutions can work together to meet these worldwide challenges head on. \nTopics presented will include: \n\nImprove the knowledge and understanding of antimicrobial resistance and control\nStimulate the development of new antimicrobial products such as novel therapies/treatments\, diagnostics and antimicrobial surfaces.\nWorking together to meet these worldwide challenges\n\nWho should attend? Anyone who operates within: \n\nHealthcare\, life sciences and hospital surroundings\nNatural environment & Water treatment\nFood\, Veterinary & Agriculture\nEveryday consumer products\n\nClick here to register for this free event \nFor more information\, please contact the team on +44 (0)1792 606471 or email nanohealth@swansea.ac.uk
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/cnh-event-antimicrobial-challenge-working-together-to-meet-this-global-threat/
LOCATION:Village Hotel\, Swansea\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for NanoHealth":MAILTO:nanohealth@swansea.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150402T105314Z
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SUMMARY:BIA networking evening - Oxford
DESCRIPTION:Register today and join BIA members and staff for an evening of networking in the Assembly Room at Oxford Town Hall. \nAn ideal opportunity to network and connect with current committee members and the wider BIA community. Following on from the BIA Committee Summit\, colleagues from across the sector are invited to join us at Oxford Town Hall for drinks and networking. \nIf you are a BIA member and would like to attend the committee summit\, please register separately\, delegates have the opportunity to attend one of eight committee meetings and hear more about what their objectives are in the coming year. \nRegister and get more information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/bia-networking-evening-oxford/
LOCATION:Oxford Town Hall\, St Aldate's\, Oxford\, OX1 1BX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150318T160334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150318T160334Z
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SUMMARY:One Nucleus: Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Network meetings 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 \nMore information here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/one-nucleus-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Taylor Vinters\, Merlin Place\, Milton Road\, Cambridge\, CB4 0DP
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150429T233059
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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SUMMARY:Medilink UK Awards 2015
DESCRIPTION:Book your place at the Medilink UK Awards 2015 \nCelebrate the very best of UK Life Sciences at one of the largest events on the Medical Technology and Life Sciences Calendar \nEvery year the eyes of the UK’s Life Sciences sector focus on the Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards. The prestigious Medilink UK awards present a fantastic opportunity for you to: \n\nNetwork and form new connections with leading professionals from the Life Sciences sector\, UK government\, research institutes and overseas organisations\nCelebrate with the announcement of the Medilink UK Award winners and acknowledge the achievements of its innovators\n\nThe event sees the announcement of the Medilink UK Awards\, which span five categories: \n\nInnovation Award\nExport Achievement Award\nBusiness Start-Up Award\nOutstanding Achievement Award\nPartnership with the NHS Award\n\nAll of which demonstrate the continued innovation\, diversification and sustainability of UK Life Sciences. \nRegister your Interest in Attending\, Exhibiting or Sponsorship Opportunities Now
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/medilink-uk-awards-2015/
LOCATION:E.ON Lounge\, Ricoh Arena\, Coventry\, CV6 6GE \, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150430T114500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150430T141500
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150226T142606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150226T142606Z
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SUMMARY:NVI Wales - Pitch Perfect Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop takes the principles of a great pitch and applies them to all potential presentation scenarios – from an ‘elevator pitch’ or Dragons Den-style investor pitch to a customer or internal presentation. It is designed for all presenters\, regardless of confidence or experience and is in three parts: \nOrganisation  \n\nThe value of a clear objective and rigorous planning and preparation\nThe importance of understanding the audience and the messages that will resonate with them\nHow to organise thoughts and arguments into a compelling and engaging storyline\n\nCreation  \n\nHow to combine text\, images\, video etc to bring the pitch alive\nThe dos and don’ts of PowerPoint and other tools\nThinking beyond the slides – props\, interaction and other great techniques\n\nDramatisation  \n\nOvercoming nerves\nPreparing and using the room\nHow to command and engage the audience – using eyes\, voice\, hands\, the space\n\nThe workshop is free to attend but pre-registration is essential.  A light buffet lunch will be provided. \nDavid Ward Walton was taught presentation and pitching skills by some of the best in the business – notably during his time as a Group Director of Saatchi and Saatchi. He has had a lifetime of opportunities to hone and practice those skills during his career as an adman\, marketer\, businessman\, TV Exec and with his own startups. He has distilled all that learning and experience into this workshop. \n‘The workshop was fantastic. We put into practice what we learned the next day’ \nRegister here
URL:https://mediwales.com/event/nvi-wales-pitch-perfect-workshop/
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20150430T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20150430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150413T130259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150413T130259Z
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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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150327T140829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T084459Z
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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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150313T105507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150313T105507Z
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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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150318T160540Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150416T103615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150506T104938Z
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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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150501T093014Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150522
DTSTAMP:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150512T095759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150512T100754Z
UID:10986-1432118700-1432123200@mediwales.com
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:20260406T160140
CREATED:20150327T142452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150330T084312Z
UID:10657-1432771200-1432943999@mediwales.com
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:20260406T160140
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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