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Driving innovation in Industrial Biotechnology and Engineering Biology
Perspective
 10th Aug 2023

Driving innovation in Industrial Biotechnology and Engineering Biology

In this article, Dana Heldt, Knowledge Transfer Manager – Synthetic Biology, introduces the Sustainable bio-based materials and manufacture (SusBioMM) programme and explores the role Industrial Biotechnology and Engineering Biology can play in helping us move towards producing our chemicals and materials from alternative, sustainable feedstocks.

Future Flight Challenge announces ‘Closing the skills gap’ cohort
News
 10th Aug 2023

Future Flight Challenge announces ‘Closing the skills gap’ cohort

From virtual reality drone training and upskilling for local authorities, to new university course modules and mentoring in schools, 13 new projects have joined the UK Research and Innovation Future Flight Challenge to address skills gaps in the UK’s rapidly growing future flight industry.

Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya Open Innovation Challenge Information Session
Event
29th Aug 2023
Online

Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya Open Innovation Challenge Information Session

This event supports Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK) on their Open Innovation Challenge and will provide a Q&A session for participants. Global Alliance Africa is inviting potential solution providers to attend this information session to learn more about the challenge area.

Innovation in Professional and Financial Services Online Q&A Session
Event
7th Sep 2023
Online

Innovation in Professional and Financial Services Online Q&A Session

Innovate UK Transforming Medicines Manufacturing Community of Practice - Launch Event
Event
4th Oct 2023
Online

Innovate UK Transforming Medicines Manufacturing Community of Practice - Launch Event

Welcome to the Innovate UK Transforming Medicines Manufacturing Community of Practice (TMM CoP) – a collaborative forum for professionals in the medicines manufacturing sector. Our goal remains the same: to unite individuals in a dynamic and interactive virtual space to tackle industry challenges and seize opportunities together.

UK – India Collaboration in Transforming Foundation Industries
News
 8th Aug 2023

UK – India Collaboration in Transforming Foundation Industries

Innovate UK launched the Transforming Foundation Industries (TFI) Challenge in 2020, as part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund Wave 3.

CyberASAP selects 19 academic teams to advance to next stage in 2023/24 cohort
News
 7th Aug 2023

CyberASAP selects 19 academic teams to advance to next stage in 2023/24 cohort

The Cyber Security Academic Startup Accelerator Programme (CyberASAP) has reached a milestone in its 2023/24 programme as it enters the Market Validation stage.

Actioning Skills Development for a Just Energy Transition in South Africa
Event
20th Sep 2023
Online

Actioning Skills Development for a Just Energy Transition in South Africa

Innovate UK KTN in partnership with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) South Africa, and the Presidential Climate Commission, have come together to explore and discuss the current skills landscape in South Africa, and how our move to a greener economy affects employment and skills development strategies.

Net Zero Living: Understanding the User Focused Products programme
News
 3rd Aug 2023

Net Zero Living: Understanding the User Focused Products programme

The User Focused Products programme of work is part of Innovate UK’s broader Net Zero Living Programme – a £60 million, three-year initiative that helps places and businesses across the UK to accelerate the delivery of the transition to net zero.

What is AI's Potential for Driving Sustainable Agriculture?
Perspective
 3rd Aug 2023

What is AI's Potential for Driving Sustainable Agriculture?

Explore the transformative potential of AI in the AgriFood sector as we delve into the key discussions from the Innovate UK BridgeAI Launch Event AgriFood panel. Learn how AI can drive better decision-making, improve sustainability, and optimise agricultural processes for SMEs looking to boost productivity in their businesses.

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