Calling all innovators, trailblazers, inventors, entrepreneurs, academics, visionaries and dreamers… save the date for our second Innovation Summit.
Join us for an inspiring day on Thursday 20th June. This year’s summit will focus on the dynamic landscape of healthcare, exploring the transformative trends shaping the future of health, medicine, and life science.
What to Expect:
Networking Opportunities: Engage with esteemed academics, industry leaders, and innovative entrepreneurs. Forge new connections that open up conversations about collaboration that could drive new advancements for your business.
Expert Insights: You’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable insights from leading experts in healthcare. Topics of discussion include trends in healthy ageing, breakthroughs in medicine and life science, and the role of digital collaboration in future healthcare delivery.
Influential Attendees: Connect with over 300 influential figures from the UK’s Healthcare & Life Science sectors. Expect enlightening discussions, knowledge-sharing sessions, and opportunities to contribute to the forefront of healthcare innovation.
Why Attend:
Last year’s Innovation Summit at Discovery Park’s was an excellent platform for learning, networking, and collaboration. Join us to stay aware of the latest trends, exchange ideas, and be part of a community dedicated to revolutionising healthcare.
Secure your spot today and be part of the conversation driving transformative change in healthcare. Register now to reserve your place!
Agenda:
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Registration and Networking
9:00 AM : Opening Remarks
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Keynote: Pathways to Longevity
- Speakers: Cynthia Bullock, Deputy Director of the Healthy Ageing Challenge, Innovate UK
9.30 AM – 9.40 AM: Keynote: Addressing Aging Challenges
- Speakers: Ian Philp, Founder, Age Care Technologies
9:40 AM – 10:30 AM: Panel Discussion: Framework for Healthy Aging
- The panel will discuss complex needs, including managing frailty, dementia, co-morbidities, and end-of-life care. They will also discuss the at-risk population, and Identifying and preventing age-related health risks and promoting healthy lifestyles for longevity.
- Speakers: Ian Philp, Founder, Age Care Technologies, David Wilkinson, Professor of Psychology, University of Kent, Rakesh Koria, Ageing & Dying Well Clinical Lead, NHS SE, and Sarah Bradnum, Communications Lead, The Joy Club
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Networking Break
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Keynote: The Role of Medicines Discovery Catapult
- Speakers: Sally-Ann Emmas, Strategy & Innovation Leader, Medicines Discovery Catapult
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Fireside Chat: The Future of Digital Collaboration
- Speakers: Martin Carpenter, Digital Transformation Officer, NHS Kent & Medway, Hassan Chaudhury, Commercial Director, DATA-CAN
12.30 PM – 12.40 PM: Introduction to the CoLab
- Speaker: Cornelia Wilson, Reader and Academic Laboratory Director, CCCU
12.40 PM – 12.45 PM: Closing Remarks
12:45 PM – 14.45 PM: Networking Lunch
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Networking, One-On-One Tours, & Workshops
Workshops:
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM: The Leadership Team of the BSG SIG on Ageing, Business and Society
- This workshop, led by the leadership team of the BSG Special Interest Group (SIG) on Ageing, Business, and Society, explores the intersection of ageing populations and their impact on business and societal structures.
- Speakers: George MacGinnis, Healthy Ageing Challenge Director, UKRI, Rob Walton, Principal, Covostra, Lorna Wang, Co-Director, CRAG, University of Surrey, Alison Benzimra, Head of Research and Influence, United St Saviour’s Charity, Andrew Edwards, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research, Enterprise and Innovation), CCCU, Ian Philp, Founder, Age Care Technologies, David Wilkinson, Professor of Psychology, UKC, Sarah Bradnum, Communications Lead, The Joy Club.
1.00 PM – 2.00 PM: Importance of Evaluation for the Adoption of New Technologies in Healthcare
- This workshop will explore the key evaluation principles for new technology in healthcare, with breakout sessions exploring case studies. It will introduce how to show value through core health economic techniques and how best to present this to key stakeholders.
- Speakers: Léa Quentin, Lead Analyst, Unity Insights and Mike Long, Lead Analyst, Unity Insights
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM: Navigating Digital Inclusion in Ageing and Dementia
- This workshop will explore barriers and enablers to digital inclusion with particular focus on ageing populations, and explore the innovators perspective to help bridge potential gaps between innovation and inclusion.
- Speakers: Dr Maja Golf-Papez, Assistant Professor of Marketing, University of Sussex and Kath Sykes, Implementation Lead, Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex.
2.00 PM – 3.00 PM: How to Communicate with Regulators
- Join DLRC Regulatory Consultancy for an insightful workshop designed specifically for healthcare professionals. Gain practical strategies and expert guidance to navigate regulatory processes with confidence. Enhance your understanding of regulatory expectations, improve your communication with regulators, and ensure compliance in your practice.
- Speakers: Liz Morgan, Principal Consultant, DLRC and Indraj Bamrah, Principal Consultant, DLRC.
