Discovery Park and University of Kent will host their third joint Innovation Showcase on Thursday, 5th March, bringing together academics, industry, clinical partners and funders.
The showcase explores the progress and impact of research projects funded through the Kent UKRI Impact Acceleration Accounts (IAAs), a strategic investment programme designed to accelerate the real-world impact of research.
This event aims to shape future innovation projects and provides opportunities for academics and stakeholders to give feedback on IAAs. Along with presentations and a panel discussion including academic and business leaders, plus experts from Innovate UK and the Medical Research Council, there is a dedicated networking session to connect attendees with potential Kent-based collaborators and new partners.
University of Kent event co-organiser Michelle D. Garrett, PhD, Professor of Cancer Therapeutics, School of Natural Sciences, said: “Our third Innovation Showcase is a celebration of collaboration and the exciting possibilities that emerge when academia, industry and clinical stakeholders work together. Attendees will see first-hand how Kent researchers are turning innovative ideas into impact, and have the chance to explore new partnerships that could shape the next wave of breakthroughs. I’d encourage anyone interested in innovation – whether you’re an academic, funder, clinical or industry partner – to join us on 5th March.”
Sponsored by intellectual property law experts Appleyard Lees, the event includes a panel session on the opportunities and challenges of IP transfer and commercialising research.
The Innovation Showcase event is free and open to all, taking place from 10am to 3pm on 5th March at Discovery Park.