Knowledge Centre
Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.

News
Highlights from the Eldoret Innovation Action Plan Launch Event
On November 17, 2021, Innovate UK KTN Global Alliance Africa announced the launch of its Eldoret Innovation Action Plan, designed to support local and regional innovation in Eldoret and part of its pilot Place-Based Innovation programme in Kenya.
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CyberASAP Alumni Insights: “Open and transparent communication between team members and university is key to a successful spin-out”
We speak to Owen Lo for the next edition of the CyberASAP Alumni Series. Owen is the Co-Founder of Edinburgh Napier spin-out company MemCrypt, winners of the Leading Light Innovation Award at the Scottish Cyber Awards 2021.
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Event
Connected and Autonomous Vehicles Cohort Workshop
Watch this event to hear more about the recent UK connected and automated mobility call for evidence – and have your say on mid-term R&D activities.
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Virtual Study Group: Post Covid-19 Recovery - Communities of the Future
This three-day study group will explore some challenges arising from the Covid-19 pandemic faced by local authorities.
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Innovate UK KTN supports Scotland’s CAN DO Innovation Summit
Global experts will address Scotland’s CAN DO Innovation Summit: Wade Davis, Vice President of Inclusion Strategy for Product at Netflix; Gayemarie Brown, Forbes Top Female Futurist; and Kate Forbes MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy, are among the keynote speakers.
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Case Study
Trade in Space: Smart coffee trading fast tracked thanks to Innovate UK and Colombia Prosperity Programme Mission
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Event
The Covid Business Series: What Works for Work? - Work after lockdown: flexible working models for the future
Join Innovate UK KTN and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) on this interactive webinar to gain insights into flexible working models – and practical steps to introduce new working practices into your business or organisation.
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Metamaterials for Industrial Applications Conference
On 2nd Feb 2022, take part in the 1st International Conference dedicated to Metamaterials Industrial Applications where you will explore how these smart materials can benefit your sector & discover new business opportunities.
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Medicines Manufacturing Challenge EDI Survey
The Medicines Manufacturing Challenge is committed to supporting the wider industry on its equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) journey. Please fill out our survey to help us understand the characteristics of funded participants.
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Case Study
Novel carrier for teacups storms US market with Innovate UK EDGE help
A Cornwall innovator has revamped its business strategy, secured a £23,000 bank loan and expanded into the US market, all with help from Innovate UK EDGE.