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Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.
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Sustainable Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Programme Engagement Events
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£3.2m funding awarded to advance early-stage healthcare innovation
Thirty-three companies, which took part in Innovate UK Biomedical Catalyst pilot accelerators, have been awarded funding to further develop their innovative projects.
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Retrofit for the Future: a decade of energy efficiency success
The newly published ‘Retrofit Revisit’ report highlights the long-term benefits of domestic retrofits, showing that these projects have provided lasting comfort and reduced energy demand for more than ten years. Evaluating past retrofits builds market confidence and helps us move towards a more energy-efficient future, ensuring our homes stay comfortable and cost-effective while achieving net zero goals.
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New study finds an appetite for Future Flight technologies if used for public good
A new study has found that people are likely to support new forms of aviation technologies such as drones and electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) if they serve the public good.
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BridgeAI one year on: a diverse solution to a diverse problem
Today, the immense potential of artificial intelligence (AI) is a global priority. From optimising supply chains to revolutionising healthcare, AI offers widespread opportunities to drive innovation and increase efficiency. However, realising this potential requires a strategic and collaborative approach that addresses the multifaceted challenges of AI adoption.
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Investor Selection - Applicant Briefing Webinar
Join us to learn more about the Innovate UK investor partnership programme, and the process of becoming one of our investor partners.
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Innovation Loans Round 17 - Applicant Briefing and Deep Dive workshops
Learn more about Innovate UK’s Innovation Loans Future Economy Competition for SME businesses looking for finance for late stage research and development.
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Global Business Innovation Programme in New Zealand - Agri-Tech briefing event
Join us for an online briefing event to learn more about the Agri-Tech Global Business Innovation Programme in New Zealand.
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Horizon Europe energy collaborative R&D funding opportunities webinar
Join us for this insightful webinar on the dynamic landscape of collaborative research and development (R&D) funding opportunities in the energy cluster under Horizon Europe.
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Case Study
Global insights into Intellectual Property Right challenges for South Africa
In 2022 the South Africa National Intellectual Property Management Office (NIPMO) conducted a review of its Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) from Publicly Financed Research and Development Act (IPR Act) to strengthen the enabling policy environment of the national innovation ecosystem. IPR is a key tool to support innovation, promote fair competition, protect creativity, and encourage economic development within South Africa.