London Biotechnology Show

Join us at the London Biotechnology Show on the 18th & 19th June 2025. This premier event taking place at the Excel, London will bring together a wide range of people revolutionising the biotechnology, medical & healthcare sectors.

The 2nd edition of the London Biotechnology Show will offer an impeccable event experience for the participants to discover the latest technological advancements & ground-breaking offerings and simultaneously deliberate on the ways to widen the scope of red biotechnology across the globe.

Discovery Park is proud to host the Startup Showcase within the show, providing an opportunity for ambitious biotechnology startups to connect with industry leaders, investors, and mentors who can provide the guidance and resources needed to thrive in the competitive industry landscape.

The London Biotechnology Show Startup Showcase is designed to catapult emerging biotech companies into the spotlight and become a launch pad for the future leaders in the ever evolving and disruptive biotechnology industry, we hope to see you there!

Click here for more information.

Charity Christmas Jumper Day

This Thursday 12th December, we’re taking part in Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 12 December! By pulling on our Christmassy knits and donating, we’ll be supporting children in the UK and around the world to keep safe, healthy, and learning. We’ll be helping them fight for the future they deserve. Just click the Give Now button above to donate £2 (or more if you’re feeling generous…) and it will go straight to Save the Children.

For more information on Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day click here.

Discovery Park Suppliers Fair

Tues, 29 April
11:00 – 14:00pm
The Market, Discovery Park House



Join us at the Science Suppliers Fair 2025, a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge products and services tailored to the needs of the scientific community. Hosted at Discovery Park House, this event brings together leading suppliers, innovators, and industry experts to present the latest technologies and solutions for laboratories, research facilities, and scientific enterprises.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Explore exhibitor stands featuring advanced equipment, consumables, and services.
  • Engage with industry professionals and build valuable partnerships.
  • Attend live demonstrations, product launches, and technical talks.

The fair is designed for scientists, researchers, procurement professionals, and science-based businesses looking to enhance their operations with the best tools and expertise in the field. Whether you are seeking innovative solutions or networking opportunities, the Science Suppliers Fair 2025 is an unmissable event for staying at the forefront of scientific progress.

Make sure to reserve your spot here.

Recognising Excellence in Women’s Health Innovation

Celebrate the achievements and contributions of women at our free event, which promises a morning of empowerment, inspiration, and networking.

This event will feature keynotes and panel discussions with leaders in women’s health and femtech, exploring the advancements being made, the challenges that remain, and the shared responsibility of startups, investors, corporates, and policymakers in driving progress.

We’ll also shine a spotlight on the exciting and inspirational work happening in this sector through an awards ceremony, honoring individuals and organisations making meaningful change. This is an opportunity to connect with a supportive community, gain insights into the women’s health landscape, and celebrate the achievements shaping its future.

Don’t miss this chance to be inspired, empowered, and part of the movement advancing women’s health. Mark your calendars and join us!

 

Fri, 7 Mar 2025
10:00 – 12:30pm
Raleigh Suite, Innovation House

 

Reserve your spot here.

Christmas Tenant Networking

Wed, 11 Dec
12:00 – 15:00pm

Come join us at the Eagle Lab, Gateway Building for a festive networking event with your fellow tenants! This in-person event is a great opportunity to connect, mingle, and spread some Christmas cheer. Don’t miss out on this chance to build relationships and enjoy the holiday spirit together. See you there!

 

Register online

University of Kent & Discovery Park 2nd Joint Innovation Showcase Event

Get ready for the 2nd Joint Innovation Showcase Event – a gathering of creative minds to share, collaborate, and inspire!

 

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 09:30 – 15:00 GMT
Raleigh Suite, Discovery Park, Ramsgate Road Sandwich CT13 9FF

 

We are delighted to be hosting this second joint Innovation Showcase event at Discovery Park in the Raleigh Suite. The day will include a session on how the Discovery Spark Greenhouse programme is supporting University of Kent UKRI Impact Acceleration Account (IAAs) funded projects. There will also be a pitching session where Kent academics and industry stakeholders can each present their ideas for collaborative projects. Lunch will include a poster session, and the day will finish with a business speed dating activity.

Make sure to reserve your spot here.

Chamber Connections

Join us for the next Chamber Connections Networking event, to be held here at Discovery Park in Sandwich and receive a warm welcome from your Chamber representative on arrival, who will be on hand to help you meet new members of the business community.

7th November 2024 10:30 am –  12:00 pm

Raleigh Suite – Non-Member Price – £30 fee to attend

This informal event will give you an opportunity to promote your business and make invaluable connections with local businesses in Kent. ‘Chamber Connections Networking’ is a new networking event. Each month will be in a new location, so to be inclusive of all businesses in Kent.

Any business, any size, we know and understand the pressures and ambitions your business has. Imagine what you could achieve being part of a local, national and international business community.

‘It is not just who YOU know, its who they know – the power of connections!’.

Find out more here.

Breast Cancer Awareness Webinar

Join Cummins and Breast Cancer Now on Monday 28th October at 11am for a free webinar covering:

  • Breast cancer facts and figures
  • The signs and symptoms of breast cancer
  • The importance of early detection
  • Learn about how you can help reduce your risk
  • Myths and misconceptions

Register here

The 8th K.EN.T Endoscopy Course

The 8th K.EN.T Endoscopy Course on Endo-surgical Insight into Colorectal and Oesophageal Submucosal Space

A warm welcome to the K.EN.T Endoscopy Course 2024, a 3–day course which is taking place in Discovery Park, Sandwich, Kent on the 8th-10th of October 2024, now in its 8th successful year. The hands-on training day will be held at the academic premises of Discovery Park on the 10th of October 2024.

For ticket pricing and applicable discounts, please see below:

Members of the BSG, WEO, ESGE, ASGE, Hellenic Society, and EKHUFT staff are eligible for a discount on all Consultant tickets, online tickets, and the hands-on training day ticket cost.

To receive your relevant discount code, please email samantha.husbands@nhs.net to confirm the following:

  • Ticket you would like to purchase
  • Society membership
  • Level (Consultant or Trainee)

WEO members can access the relevant discount codes on the WEO membership portal, or by emailing membership@worldendo.org

Please note, applicable discounts are only valid at the point of sale.

Face-to-face tickets:

K.En.T Course F2F ticket costs

Face-to-face benefits include:

  • Parallel breakout sessions catering to smaller groups, centred around specific, specialised topics, chaired by expert members of the multidisciplinary team
  • Live, immersive experience taking delegates right into the operating theatre via VR headsets
  • Full, livestreamed cases simulcast from global sites

Online tickets:

Online ticket costs

Hands-on training day tickets:

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Members of the BSG, WEO, ESGE, ASGE, Hellenic Society, and EKHUFT staff are eligible for a discount on all Consultant tickets, online tickets, and the hands-on training day ticket cost.

To receive your relevant discount code, please email samantha.husbands@nhs.net to confirm the following:

  • Ticket you would like to purchase
  • Society membership
  • Level (Consultant or Trainee)

This course has become an extremely popular and prestigious event amongst our UK gastroenterologists and surgeons and has gone from strength to strength over the last seven years. It is the only endoscopy-surgical training course dedicated to complex colorectal and oesophageal procedures (EMR, ESD/SSD, SCOPE, POEM, G-POEM, Z-POEM, STER, TAMIS), comprising sections with live lectures, live endoscopy cases, and hands-on experience delivered by our international faculty.

Our international faculty, including Professor Yutaka Saito (NCCH, Tokyo), Professor Norio Fukami (Mayo Clinic, USA), Dr. Leon Moons (UMC Utretch, Netherlands), Dr. Mohan Ramchandani (Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, India), Dr Seiichiro Abe (NCCH, Tokyo), and many others, provide experience and insight of real-time endoluminal therapy, offering our worldwide delegates a sound understanding of technique and practice.

The internationally recognised faculty will again join our prestigious, well-respected UK national faculty, and we look to surpass all expectations and hence establish a unique National and International training course.

This year, the K.EN.T Endo-surgical Course 2024 (8th to 10th of October 2024) will advocate an Immersive-Hybrid event (FIRST OF ITS KIND IN ENDOSCOPY IN UK) offering two separate platforms for delegates to join: (a) physical attendance/F2F access with a Virtual Reality experience, (b) the remote live streaming platform. This is an innovation in the field of endo-surgery training. Additionally, we will incorporate face-to-face training with hands-on experience on the 10th of October 2024, the ONLY training course which offers delegates a unique and fascinating experience.

The Royal College of Physicians has accredited this event for 22 CPD points.

Endorsed by:

Sponsor Logos Kent 2024

Thank you to our sponsors.

Kent 2024 Sponsor Logos (v4)

Please note, tickets for face-to-face attendance are limited. If you are no longer able to attend face-to-face, please email kent.team@sayso.health to change your ticket type to online only.

An invitation letter for overseas delegates can be provided to facilitate the issuing of a visa.

Apprenticeships for Micro & SMEs in Science & Supporting Functions

Join us for a Lunch & Learn Event and discover how Pfizer, along with other global leaders in science, technology, and manufacturing, have successfully utilised apprenticeships over the last decade. Hosted by Cogent Skills, Pfizer’s trusted apprenticeship provider, this event will provide valuable insights for employers looking to unlock the benefits of apprenticeships within their organisation.

DATE & TIME:

  • Thursday 10th October 2024
  • 11:30am – 1:30pm
  • Turing Suite, Discovery Park

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

This event is ideal for employers, HR professionals, and anyone interested in growing talent through apprenticeships.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Pfizer’s 10-Year Apprenticeship Journey: Learn how apprenticeships have contributed to their success.
• Making the Most of Funding: Understand how the apprenticeship levy works and how to maximise its potential for your business.
• Apprenticeship Opportunities: Explore the variety of apprenticeships available
• Employer FAQs: Find out answers to key questions about hiring apprentices and their impact on your business.
• Q&A opportunity: Bring your questions and discover how apprenticeships can benefit your organisation
• Opportunity to discuss undergraduate and graduate placements within the business.

For more information and to secure your spot, please email:
Tim Mahoney – Skills Account Manager for Kent – timothy.mahoney@cogentskills.com