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Engineering for Carbon Zero 2022 - A Global PhD Conference
2022-04-12 - 2022-04-14 | Online
The UK-China Consortium of Engineering Education & Research (UCEER), in which Queen’s University Belfast is the leading UK institution, is holding the first Global PhD Conference on ‘Engineering for Carbon Zero’ (UCEER22-ECZ) online in April 2022. The conference is jointly organised by PhD students from Queen’s University Belfast and Tianjin University, China. PhD students from both institutions are the main organisers for this conference and PhD students or Masters students from around the world are invited to attend and present their latest research.
A large amount of carbon emissions and the resulting greenhouse effect are believed to be closely related to extreme weather and atmospheric environment.
Since the second industrial revolution, the extensive use of fossil energy has led to a sharp increase in CO2 in the atmosphere. With the holding of the International Climate Conference and the recognition of this topic by the international community, reducing carbon emissions and controlling global warming has become an important topic in the 21st century. Many countries have pledged to achieve carbon neutrality, or carbon zero, by the middle of the 21st century in order to cope with the intensifying climate change. There are a large number of research and technical challenges that need to be solved urgently, including the use of sustainable energy, carbon capture, carbon utilization, carbon storage and so on.

How AI is reshaping Healthcare
2022-04-12 09:00 - 10:15 (Europe/London) | Online
During the pandemic healthcare technologies have proved a lifeline for many, with digital services seeing a surge in uptake as people’s access to care changed immeasurably.
One such technology which is being used across disciplines is Artificial Intelligence. From surgical robotics to improving cancer diagnosis, we are already starting to see the potential with which AI can help us improve efficiency and ultimately improve outcomes for patients.
Following on from the publication of the digital health report on 15th March, this webinar will put a spotlight on Artificial Intelligence in particular and look at how effective leverage of the technology will reshape healthcare.
The expert panellists will share case studies and example of best practice, whilst also looking at some of the challenges that face AI implementation in healthcare systems, and how these can be mitigated to ensure quality of care is maintained.
If you are a Healthcare Professional, Healthcare Decision Maker, Government & Policy Maker, Industry Member or generally interested in this subject matter, join this free webinar.

Masterclass: Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
2022-04-13 08:30 - 12:00 | Online
Discover the potential of AI/ML to change the way your business operates.

About this event

Overview:
Artificial intelligence is a technology that enables a machine to simulate human behavior. Machine learning is a subset of AI which allows a machine to automatically learn from past data without programming explicitly. The goal of AI is to make a smart computer system like humans to solve complex problems.
Why attend:

Find out what AI/ML are
Learn how their unique characteristics address many business issues
Discover AI/ML applications for businesses across sectors – manufacturing, logistics & fleet management, professional services, retail, hospitality, agriculture, construction & civil engineering – and more!

Through use cases and success stories from various industries we’ll share ideas that are accessible, practical, usable, useful and affordable.
Meet the trainer:
Phil Weir runs Flax & Teal, a web and data science consultancy, and is part of Avata Industries, a collaborative network of Industry 4.0 experts focused on delivering digital transformation. Phil is passionate about Open Source technology – software that is more reliable, more flexible, and has more longevity than its proprietary peers because it is developed by communities rather than a single company. He is also a board member of OpenUK (promotes businesses, projects and people, who use and develop open source software, open hardware and open data).

CASE Green innovation challenge fund Awareness event
2022-04-14 14:00 - 16:00 | NIACE Centre, 5 Airport Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT3 9EF, United Kingdom
CASE green innovation challenge fund – awareness event.

The Centre for Advanced Sustainable Energy (CASE) is an industry led, collaborative, sustainable energy research centre hosted at Queen’s University Belfast, partnering with Ulster University and the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI).
CASE are pleased to announce that we have been selected to manage the Green Innovation Challenge Fund (GICF) on behalf of the Department for the Economy NI. This new £4.5 million award will allow us to discover the Path to Net Zero Energy as outlined in the NI Energy Strategy 2021.
CASE is eager to extend this funding opportunity to new industrial, manufacturing and service related industries and is partnering with NIACE to facilitate an information session on the 14 April at 2 -4pm at their Centre on Airport Road. At this event you will hear what the aims of the funding are, what areas of research are eligible and there will be an opportunity to meet academics to discuss potential partnerships to go forward with an application
For more information see the competition details here.

Farming Innovation Programme - Large R&D Partnership Projects
2022-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
This event is for businesses, research organisations, farmers, growers and foresters who want to apply for funding to develop an idea for a new farming product or service.

During this event, you will find out about a new funding competition you could apply for: Large R&D Partnership Projects.
You need to be a business registered in the UK to lead a project. Research organisations and other businesses, including farmers, growers and foresters, can collaborate as part of the project team.
Who is this funding for?

Large scale research, development and demonstration of solutions that will improve farming methods and help the environment in England
Projects led by a UK registered business
Collaborative projects with at least one SME and one research organisation
Projects with costs between £3 million and £5 million

Get help to find a partner to apply with
For this funding, you will need to apply as a team of at least one UK organisation and one research organisation. We’re here to help you make connections with the right people and increase your chances of success.
During the event, you will meet organisations and individuals you could collaborate with.
Why attend?

Find out more about the scope and eligibility criteria directly from the funders
Learn about the application process
Meet other businesses to find potential partners

Participants who register to attend this event are expected to be willing to share details of their project ideas at the event with other delegates, to encourage partnering and collaboration.
Join our Transforming Food Production Consortia Building Group on LinkedIn.
The funding comes from the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) in partnership with UKRI.

Agenda

10:00 – Briefing Event
12:45 – Consortia Building Session

The European Green Deal and the UK
2022-04-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
The European Green Deal and the UK – impact, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration on policy, research, trade, sector decarbonisation, and international development
This conference will examine the European Green Deal and the key priorities for achieving the aim for Europe to be the first climate-neutral continent.
A key focus will be the opportunities and implications for stakeholders in the UK and internationally, including in the areas of business and research collaboration, trade and policy coordination, as well as possible challenges that lie ahead.
Included are keynote sessions with João Vale de Almeida, Ambassador of the European Union to the United Kingdom; Jytte Guteland MEP, Lead Climate Negotiator, European Parliament and Jacquelyn MacLennan, Partner, White & Case – as well as contributions from AECOM; Aldersgate Group; the Connected Places Catapult; the European Space Agency; Melius Homes; National Grid; NFU Scotland; University of York; and Visa Europe.
The conference will be an opportunity for stakeholders to consider the issues alongside key policy officials who are due to attend from BEIS; the CCC; DIT; the FCDO; Defra; Department for the Economy, NI; DfT; DAERA, NI; the Environment Agency, NI; the DWI; NAO; The Scottish Government; and the Welsh Government – as well as parliamentary pass-holders from both Houses of Parliament.

Engineering Challenge in partnership with The Amp Growth Incubator & NWRC
2022-04-26 08:30 - 2022-04-28 13:30 | The AMP Growth Incubator, 11 Ebrington Street, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT47 6FA, United Kingdom
NI Engineering Challenge Event: Explore the first steps of your startup journey in 3 days with £500 prize for the winning pitches.

3 day event for FE engineering and technology students /graduates/experienced engineers and technicians to explore new engineering products or processes with market potential.
Day One
• Brainstorming Brunch
• Introduction to Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Hub
• Ideation and concept development – helping each applicant with an idea with market need identified
• “The Challenge”
• Developing commercial innovation
• Hear from entrepreneurs who have walked the walk
• Engineering and technology experts to help guide on the ‘challenge’
Day Two
• Story-boarding, wire-framing, product sketch, developing the route to market with cost strategy, market mapping, leading to an outline business plan
• ‘Drop in Clinics’ with experts available online and in person for guidance and problem solving
Day Three
• 3-5min pitch to panel from participants (individuals or teams)
• Prize winners announced and networking event
• Closing talk by RAENG on application process for its Regional Talent Engine programme (£20k support for successful applicants, with coaching and mentoring over 4-6 months).

Next steps for science and technology in UK agriculture - WFNF policy conference
2022-04-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Online
This conference will examine the priorities for developing agricultural science and technology in the UK.
Expect discussion to focus on how to achieve the potential of innovation to meet supply chain and climate challenges, and the way forward for support from policy and regulation.
The conference takes place in the context of the Agricultural Transition Plan 2021 to 2024, as well as the ongoing implementation of the Government’s Environmental Land Management Schemes (ELMS), and the Agriculture Act coming into force.
The agenda is structured to bring out latest thinking on:

Support – developing funding opportunities that effectively support innovation, and the role of the Farming Innovation Programme in fostering science and technology advancements
Delivery – realising the potential of science and technology across the supply chain:

key challenges and opportunities
driving productivity alongside sustainability
the principle of public money for public goods
supporting stakeholder engagement and take-up

Environmental Land Management Schemes – ensuring innovation is supported in the design and delivery of ELMs
The UK’s global presence – positioning in the international regulatory and policy landscape, opportunities for international collaboration, and implications for trade deals
GMO crops and genetic editing – the outlook for the UK following the Government’s response to its consultation on genetic technologies regulation – with discussion on:

the potential for building resilience in the face of market, climate, and resource pressures on global food systems
priorities for the safety and regulatory assessments of cutting-edge technologies
evidence and data driven decision making

8.30
Registration

9.00
Chair’s opening remarks
Senior Parliamentarian

9.05
Supporting the role of science and technology in UK agriculture, and coordination with the wider policy landscape
Tim Morden, Deputy Director, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Questions and comments from the floor

9.35
Break

9.40
Funding for agritech – identifying opportunities, priorities for research, investment sources, and access to finance

Senior representative, funding

9.50
Driving forward innovation – improving productivity and sustainability, maximising the potential of data and emerging technology, key challenges and opportunities, and supporting stakeholder engagement and take-up
Professor Richard Tiffin, Chief Scientific Officer, Agrimetrics; and Director, Centre for Food Security, University of Reading
Dr Helen Ferrier, Chief Science & Regulatory Affairs Adviser, National Farmers’ Union
Dustin Benton, Policy Director, Green Alliance
Dave Bench, Chief Executive, Crop Protection Association
Senior representative, technology

Questions and comments from the floor

10.40
Chair’s closing remarks
Senior Parliamentarian

10.45
Break

10.50
Chair’s opening remarks
Senior Parliamentarian

10.55
Science and technology in a global context – latest developments, the international regulatory landscape, and future trade agreements
Senior representative, international

Senior representative, trade

Questions and comments from the floor

11.30
Key issues for genetic editing and the future outlook for GMO crops in the UK
Jon Williams, Public and Governmental Affairs Manager – Agricultural Solutions, UK and Ireland, BASF
Senior representative, environment
Senior representative, consumers
Senior representative, legal

Senior representative, agriculture

Questions and comments from the floor

12.20
Break

12.25
Regulatory priorities for science and technology in the food system
Professor Robin May, Chief Scientific Adviser, Food Standards Agency; and Professor of Infectious Disease, University of Birmingham
Questions and comments from the floor

12.55
Chair’s and Westminster Food & Nutrition closing remarks
Senior Parliamentarian
Michael Ryan, Deputy Editor, Westminster Food & Nutrition Forum

Net Zero Hydrogen Fund Briefing Event
2022-04-26 09:30 - 11:30 | Online
Innovate UK and Innovate UK KTN will be hosting an online competition briefing webinar on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) on the 26th April 2022 to share details of strands 1 and 2 of the Net Zero Hydrogen Fund (NZHF). The aim of the NZHF is to support the commercial deployment of new low carbon hydrogen production projects during the 2020s, ensuring the UK has a diverse and secure decarbonised energy system fit for meeting our increased ambition of up to 10GW low carbon hydrogen production by 2030.
This event is to brief potential applicants on strands 1 and 2 of the NZHF, which cover development expenditure (DEVEX) and capital expenditure (CAPEX) support.

Circular Economy Innovation Network Launch Event
2022-04-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
The Circular Economy Innovation Network aims to create stronger, more collaborative, and resilient industries working together to achieve net zero through circular innovation.
By building new sector communities, focussed on circular design, circular business models, and circular recovery KTN are empowering industry members to come together for the first time to co-create a shared pathway for impact in achieving net zero through circular innovation.
They are launching three new challenge communities (wool, aluminium, and chemicals), that will collaborate to co-create a Circular Innovation Action Plan for their sector. This action plan will identify the key sectoral barriers to net zero and how the circular economy can be used as a framework to overcome these barriers.
As part of this process, communities will agree on two challenges they want to tackle together. Using their Innovation Exchange platform, KTN will seek to find potential solutions and broker new relationships between established industry and innovators.
KTN are building the Circular Economy Innovation Network to bring together stakeholders across the wool, aluminium, and chemicals value chain to explore how innovation can enhance the role of wool, aluminium, and chemicals in the UK. Here they begin to explore the challenges facing the three industries in the UK and consider where innovation could have a role to play in supporting producers, processors and end users.
They will be holding the first launch event online on 26th April 2022, 11:00 – 12:30, featuring three breakout rooms on the 3 sectors, with Q&A.
Join KTN at this introductory event on the 26th April at 11am to find out how you can get involved in exploring:

How we could use wool, aluminium and chemicals in novel ways to benefit the sector
Ways we could use resources more efficiently across the value chain

This event is part of the Circular Innovation Network, which looks at alternatives to using high carbon materials to support UK industries in reaching net zero. To find out more please click here

UK-China Research Collaboration
2022-04-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
How can, and how should, the UK collaborate with China on R&D? Can research collaboration contribute to wider diplomacy between the two countries, or to tackling global issues such as climate change? When might we not want to collaborate with China on R&D, and how do we make those decisions? At this Foundation for Science and Technology event,these issues will be discussed as explore UK-China R&D collaboration is explored.

Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022
2022-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | The Leopardstown Pavilion at Leopardstown Racecourse, Leopardstown Racecourse, Foxrock, Dublin, D18 C9V6, Ireland
Renaissance, Ireland’s leading IT security distributor, is delighted to announce the return of Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022!

Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2022
Following a successful virtual event in 2020, we are excited to announce Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland returns as a physical event on Thursday 28th April 2022 at The Leopardstown Pavilion in Dublin! The Leopardstown Pavilion is our biggest event venue yet, with excellent links to the motorway, public transport, and hospitality nearby. Paul C Dwyer has been confirmed as this year’s keynote speaker. Paul C Dwyer is the president of the ICTTF International Cyber Threat Task Force and is recognised as one of the world’s foremost experts on cyber security, risk and privacy.
Renaissance launched Cyber Expo Ireland in 2017 to make it easier for Irish business leaders, by bringing the members of the Cyber Ecosystem together under one roof – Vendors, Value Added Resellers (VARs), Security Experts, and End Users. Five years on and the brand has gone from strength to strength.
We believe that CyberConIreland complements the Cyber Expo perfectly, adding practical depth for those who need it. Our expert breakout sessions detail the ‘How of Cyber Security’ as this industry is changing at such a phenomenal rate!
There will be real case studies and live expert panel discussions across 8 dedicated business streams, as well as the interactive Capture the Flag workshop with ICT Skillnet and a Masterclass in Digital Transformation with Prof. Niall McKeown.
Always On Computing
Application Security
Business Email Compromise
Identity & Rights Management
Compliance & Third Party Risk Management
Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity
Securing a Microsoft Environment
Cyber in Healthcare – Status and Focus
Digital Transformation Masterclass
ICT Skillnet Capture the Flag Workshop
Vendors attending include – Altaro/Hornet Security, Armis, Ascertia, Awingu, Barracuda, Bitdefender, Bluedog, BullWall, Censornet, Checkmarx, Clearcrypt, CyGlass, Entrust, iBoss, Immersive Labs, Octiga, Progress Kemp, Panorays, Rackmount IT, Redsift, Systancia, Usecure, WatchGuard, Webroot, and Zyxel Networks.
Full list of VARs attending – Actionpoint, Burning Tree, Cara, DNA IT, Futurerange, ICT Skillnet, ITMS, Integrity360, Intuity, InspiritVision, Leaf, National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI), NSSL, Oleson, RITS, Smarttech, Stryve, Unitec, Unity, VM group.
Who Should Attend:
Our Expo will be open to IT Trade and End Users in the Irish market. There will be a heavy focus to attract value-added partners to the Expo, while we will also be keen to attract SMB and Corporate Users to demonstrate how they can apply Data Security and Compliance solutions within their organisations to develop and deliver their GDPR and other regulatory requirements. Don’t miss out, register today to join our Cyber Security Ecosystem!

Science for Everyone
2022-04-28 15:30 - 18:30 | North West Regional College, Strand Road, Londonderry, Northern Ireland, BT48 7AL, United Kingdom
NWRC will host two showcases at the college’s Strand Road Campus on April 28 focusing on Science . Registration at the Tower Foyer

Event 1
SCIENCE FOR GROWN UPS (3.30 – 5 p.m.)
Life and health sciences has been identified as one of Northern Ireland’s priority skill areas, with demand for science graduates set to increase over the next 10 years. This event aims to provide a hands-on, fun and practical science activities as a taster of what a career in science might be like. Have a chance to develop your skills in observing, measuring, recording and discussing results from experiments in an enjoyable and interactive way – and experience what a day in the life of a science student would be!
This event (FOR 18+) would be particularly suited to those wishing to return to education (with or without formal qualifications) and those wishing to explore science as an alternative career pathway. For further details please contact Ms Francine Moran, Francine.moran@nwrc.ac.uk
Event 2
SCIENCE & ALLIED PROFESSIONS CAREERS SHOWCASE (5- 7 p.m. )
Life and health sciences has been identified as one of Northern Ireland’s priority skill areas, with demand for science graduates set to increase over the next 10 years. Come and explore what careers are on offer following a Level 3 qualification in Science. You will have a chance to hear from some professionals (including past students) and representatives from local employers will be there to talk about their career and the educational pathway they followed.
There will also be an exhibition running alongside our series of talks, where you will have the opportunity to learn about courses on offer within North West Regional College and other educational institutions, as well as local employers. Careers advisors and student support staff will also be on hand to provide advice and information on your next steps towards a career in science.

Location for Startups: Why does it matter?
2022-05-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Beyond a great idea, startups need a network and access to resources that will help launch their big idea and scale their growth. Proximity to these resources makes location a vital choice to take a creative spark and successfully bring it to market.
Calgary, Canada is a top tech city in North America with a burgeoning innovation ecosystem and a community of support for startups across diverse sectors: cleantech, agtech, fintech, transportation, life sciences, the creative industries – and more.
This webinar will focus on how Calgary has become a top tech city in North America and a burgeoning innovation ecosystem that has attracted multinational accelerators and catalysts Plug and Play, SVG Ventures | THRIVE and Endeavor who will share the advantages of being part of a city that:

Creates a community of support for entrepreneurs and startups across diverse sectors
Hosts a wide range of business supports, accelerators and incubators for companies at all stages of growth
Is opportunity-rich with bright minds set on soaring in tech and solving global challenges
Supports entrepreneurs and start-ups by investing in them, through funds, connection, market access, and programming

CYBERUK 2022
2022-05-10 09:00 - 2022-05-11 18:00 | ICC Wales, The Coldra, Catsash Rd, Caerleon, Newport, Wales, NP18 1HQ, United Kingdom
UK government’s flagship cyber security event, CYBERUK 2022, will take place in Newport, Wales across two days on 10-11 May 2022.
Hosted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the event will offer participants unrivalled access to keynote addresses and panel sessions featuring international experts and thought leaders in cyber security.
Building on the success of last year’s virtual event, keynote speeches will also be streamed on the CYBERUK YouTube channel in order to maximise accessibility for all.
This year’s conference will bring together more than 1,500 delegates to discuss measures to boost national cyber resilience, including those put in place by the UK government. It will provide a key opportunity for the whole cyber security community to reconnect, discuss business needs and review the changing threat landscape.
There are four ticket types available:

UK Public Sector which are free of charge
Overseas Public Sector which are £749 + VAT
Private Sector which are £999 + VAT
Third Sector which are £999 + VAT

You can also view the conference online by clicking here

Manufacturing NI - Anchor High Leadership Summit
2022-05-12 08:45 - 17:30 | Galgorm Hotel, 136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, BT42 1EA
An event for manufacturing leaders to learn, network and connect
Hearing from pioneering leaders, this leadership summit will provide you with the tools to be able to put in place the exact placements and structure of your anchors within your business, overcoming obstacles and orientating your business towards the summit. The direction the route travels depends on the previous pitch and the next pitch and so developing a culture of leaders and an empowered workforce will be key along the way.
The Anchor High Summit will help equip leaders from manufacturing with the tools and mindset to anchor high. Hearing from pioneering leaders with experience of industry and beyond, attendees will be challenged, inspired and have their mindset transformed through a series of hands on workshops, insightful keynotes and reflective sessions.

London Tech Week
2022-05-13 - 2022-05-17 | Northern Ireland
Amplifying the power, resilience and speed of innovation
The UK’s tech flagship event will return on 13-17 June bringing 20,000+ global government and corporate leaders, inspirational start-up founders, senior investors and tech rising stars together to discuss the power of technology for societies.
Held in one of the world’s most vibrant tech hub, the week-long festival will focus on the following core topics:

exploring the next gen of tech innovation
impactful innovation at scale
building a thriving tech industry

Secure Connected Intelligence Summit 2022
2022-05-17 - 2022-05-19 | ECIT, Near Catalyst Inc, Queens Road, Queen's Island, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT3 9DT, United Kingdom
Join ECIT’s 11th Annual Summit event on 17th – 19th May 2022.
This unique event brings together the international research community alongside industry leaders, government policy makers and start-ups and SMEs from around the world to explore grand challenges and multi-disciplinary research in the cybersecurity, wireless, AI industries, agri-food and digital health industries. This will be a hybrid event with the option to join remotely.
The researchers, engineers, commercial and business support team at ECIT work alongside industry, government and other leading academic institutions within Queen’s University and indeed other universities to develop truly cutting edge solutions under the Secure Connected Intelligence theme to tackle the greatest challenges of tomorrow.
This event will be especially exciting as it will be the beginning of ECIT’s evolution to a Global Innovation Institute as part of the Belfast Region City Deal.

Increasing Interdisciplinarity in UK R&D (online)
2022-05-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Online
A discussion event on interdisciplinarity in UK R&D

There has been an increasing focus on interdisciplinary research in recent years, and many current key policy challenges (including climate change, post-covid recovery, economic security, migration, and healthcare) need evidence from interdisciplinary research. As the science budget increases over the coming years, and UKRI announce their allocations, what do we need to do to increase interdisciplinary research in the UK?
Speakers:

Professor Dame Ottoline Leyser DBE FRS, Chief Executive, UKRI
Professor Rachel Gooberman-Hill, Institute Director, Elizabeth Blackwell Institute, University of Bristol
Professor David Soskice FBA, Professor of Political Science and Economics, London School of Economics

Chaired by Rt Hon Lord Willetts FRS

Adopting AI in Manufacturing: How to Access KTP Funding to Close Your Knowledge Gap
2022-05-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Online
Manufacturing businesses are invited to join these interactive roundtables to explore the uses of AI within their operations, and learn how to access KTP funding to address their challenges.
Despite the impact of Covid-19 and Brexit, the UK manufacturing sector showed strong growth in 2021; however, in the light of the current geopolitical situation, supply chains have been further disrupted triggering input-cost inflation. Furthermore, maintaining a skilled workforce still represents a challenge.
Continued growth and productivity can be enabled – in part – by focusing on technology adoption and automation, which in turn will drive the required upskilling and workforce productivity the sector needs, while cutting costs. In order to achieve this, InnovateUK KTN are keen to support strategic initiatives around the adoption of AI, especially for SMEs and businesses that have been affected by the current global challenges.
The AI team at Innovate UK KTN, in collaboration with the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme and the Manufacturing Made Smarter Innovation Network will deliver two virtual interactive sessions where manufacturing businesses from all sectors will have the opportunity to explore the uses of Artificial Intelligence within their operations.
During these sessions, we will also help identify projects that can be funded through the KTP programme – an open competition which offers support rates between 50-75% of the eligible project costs, that links forward thinking businesses with the UK’s world class knowledge bases to deliver innovation projects. During the webinars, attendees will get the chance to learn further details about the programme, with dedicated KTP Advisers available to facilitate the discussions and help shape potential projects and consortiums.

GLOBAL CONVERSATION: The Ethics & Impacts of AI and Advanced Technology
2022-05-19 14:00 - 19:00 | Northern Ireland
A Global Conversation on the Ethic Risks and Social Impacts of Technology in the Financial Sector

How do we ensure globally inclusive development in the use of technology in the financial sector? How do we avoid the reproduction and exacerbation of inequalities? How do we ensure equal access to technology, knowledge, governance, and financial services?
The conversation is situated within the global Responsible Digital Leadership project launched from the Center for Human Rights and International Justice at Stanford University in March 2021. During the past year over 50 Ph.D. and advanced level scholars from over 25 countries collaborated with financial industry leaders to perform a transdisciplinary study of ethical risks & dilemmas associated with technology use in the financial sector.
PROGRAM THEMES
6.00AM PT/3.00PM CET/5.00PM EAT/7:30PM IST/10.00PM HKT
Governance and Ethics of Digital Technology Across – A Global Discussion
Technology and the Future of the Financial Sector
7.00AM PT
Impacts of Technology in the Financial Sector
8.00AM PT
Solutions Across Sectors: Industry, Intergovernmental Organizations, and Academia
9.00AM PT
Research Based Insights on the Challenges and Opportunities of Technology
10AM PT
Learning Across Domains
New technologies and advanced uses of data have the potential to solve the global challenges ahead of us. However, they also present important ethical dilemmas and challenges. Nowhere is this truer than in the financial sector. Please join our global conversation with international experts from academia, business, and intergovernmental organizations as we discuss the ethics and social impacts of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies in the context of the financial sector. We will discuss issues such as…
What are the impacts, risks, and opportunities of technology use in the financial sector? How do we avoid the reproduction and exacerbation of inequalities? What types of business, regulatory, and policy solutions exist to manage risk?
The conversation is situated within the global Responsible Digital Leadership project launched from the Center for Human Rights and International Justice at Stanford University in March 2021. During the past year over 50 Ph.D. and advanced level scholars from over 25 countries collaborated with financial industry leaders to perform a transdisciplinary study of ethical risks & dilemmas associated with technology use in the financial sector.

This inaugural conference provides a virtual meeting space to gather and share work and insights related to ethical risks and social impacts of advanced technologies, with focus on the financial sector.

We will share findings from our project in conversation with thought leaders across sectors, who will provide critical industry and government perspectives, including the role of Human Rights in these considerations.

We will explore the meaning of sustainable finance; responsible digital leadership and introduce the deepening and broadening of our research agenda with the launch of our second global cohort of scholars.

Innovators Under 35 Europe - Festival of Innovation
2022-05-19 18:00 - 2022-05-21 13:00 | gteic @Gaoth Dobhair, Páirc Ghnó, Derrybeg, Donegal, Ireland
Innovators U35 Europe Festival is a unique opportunity to meet the shapers of our future, transforming our lives through their technology.

The festival will bring together young European visionaries pursuing the same objective: innovation, ingenuity, and advances toward addressing the world’s most pressing challenges. 35 entrepreneurs, inventors, visionaries, pioneers and humanitarians will be selected for their outstanding technological achievements.

SBRI Healthcare - Competition 20
2022-05-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
SBRI Healthcare – Competition 20 – Health Inequalities in maternity care and Autism and Learning Disabilities

The Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Healthcare, in collaboration NHS England and NHS Improvement is pleased to announce the launch of a new competition for funding to develop solutions to challenges in:

Health Inequalities in maternity care

Autism and Learning Disabilities

Further details will be outlined in the competition brief, available shortly on the SBRI Healthcare website.

Competition launch 23 May 2022

At the briefing webinar you will have the opportunity to discover more about the competition challenge, how to apply to the programme and to ask any questions directly to clinical experts in the sector.
The day will feature presentations from:

The SBRI Healthcare team
Subject matter experts
The AHSNs

The Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Healthcare is an NHS England and NHS Improvement funded initiative which aims to help develop solutions that address unmet health needs in order to improve patients’ lives and support NHS efficiency.
Each year SBRI Healthcare provides funding to innovative new products and services with the potential to improve patient outcomes and delivery of health services within specific health challenges.
Competitions are open to any organisations of any size from the private, public and third sectors, including charities and Trusts. The organisations applying need to demonstrate a clear route to market for their products or solutions.
The SBRI scheme is particularly suited to small and medium-sized businesses, as the contracts are of relatively small value and operate on short timescales for Government departments. In addition, it is an opportunity for companies to engage a public sector customer pre-procurement.
More information on the SBRI Healthcare programme can be found on our website.

Twitter: @SBRIHealthcare
Website : sbrihealthcare.co.uk/
Register to the SBRI Healthcare newsletter

techUK Quantum Report Launch: Positioning the UK for Success - Commercialising Quantum in the UK
2022-05-24 14:30 - 16:30 | techUK Office, 10 St Bride Street, London, EC4A 4AD
On 24 May techUK is launching its first Quantum Report, which will set out how UK Government, industry and academia can work together to achieve quantum commercialisation in the UK, and ensure the UK becomes a world leader in quantum technologies. Part of techUK’s Commercialising Quantum Campaign #QuantumUK
Quantum technologies are set to play a formidable role in unlocking innovation both in the UK and internationally, enabling previously unattainable technological advancements in drug discovery, protein-folding, carbon capture, battery research, and more. Such advancements will have a profound and positive impact in the UK as we build on our position as a science and technology leader and turn academic strength in quantum into economic success.
In this event, we will be bringing together leading voices in UK’s quantum ecosystem to celebrate the launch of techUK’s first Quantum Report, developed in collaboration with techUK’s Quantum Working Group and summation of techUK’s year long Quantum Commercialisation Campaign. This report will call for UK Government and industry to set clear commercial ambitions together, outlining the five key areas that are integral for commercial success, and to give UK-based and international businesses the confidence that the UK is a place to achieve quantum commercial viability.
We will be joined in person by a full panel of industry speakers for a hour long panel, followed by the opportunity to network in the techUK office. Attendees will get the opportunity to ask questions to leaders in quantum as to how the UK will achieve commercial success in quantum.
Tickets are available in person and online. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions
Speakers Include:

Rachel Maze, Technology Strategy and Security, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Jonathan Legh-Smith, Principal, Scientific Affairs, BT
Piers Clinton Townsend, Partner, Quantum Computing Leader, EY
Glenn Manoff, Chief Marketing Officer, Riverlane
Sue Daley, Director, Technology and Innovation, techUK

Automation and Robotics Event
2022-05-25 09:00 - 2022-05-26 16:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland
Automation & Robotics Event

The Automation and Robotics Event is being held in the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin on 25-26 May 2022. Robotics and automation is a rapidly evolving technology. In just a few decades, industrial robots have become commonplace in factory settings across the world, and they only continue to gain popularity for their productivity and profitability.
The world’s leading enterprises and the fastest growing midsize companies – from banking, financial services, insurance, to telco, logistics, transport, food, construction, pharma and healthcare – are increasing investment in automation and robotics. Robotics 7 automation have created a revolution in industry and most business needs to keep an eye on what’s coming next because this technology is far from done disrupting the way industry works.
Attend this event to gain a better understanding of how your industry is being transformed. Innovative new processes now allow humans and machines to collaborate and work together to create more efficient, sustainable and cost effective products, services and work environments. Meet with robotics providers, systems integrators and providers of gripper technology who will be on hand to demonstrate their solutions at the Automation & Robotics Event.

The Future of Work Event
2022-05-25 09:00 - 2022-05-26 16:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland
The Future of Work Event

Technology is revolutionising the workplace with trends such as AI, robotics, automation, gig economy, remote working etc transforming the jobs we do and how we interact with our workplace.
The workplace has been transformed in recent years and more rapid change is on the way as the tech revolution continues to determine the way we communicate and collaborate. Furthermore, flexible workplace design will play an increasing role in the ability of businesses to attract new recruits, retain talent and impress potential and existing clients.
Recent research has highlighted that work spaces incorporating features such as natural daylight, windows with views and better air quality, actually improve productivity by enabling staff to concentrate and perform better. Improved lighting and reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have also been shown to result in lower staff sickness levels.
The aim of this event is to bring together key executives from sectors such as HR, recruitment, education,training, tech, manufacturing and supply chain. The event will focus on the opportunities and challenges in the workplace and what tools you will need to drive transformation across your workplace. It will also explore where the key opportunities will lie in the jobs market.
The Future of Work Conference will showcase the latest developments in modern workplace design and provide practical advice on topics such as: how to create a sustainable and ergonomic professional environment; design a workplace that caters for an increasingly diverse workforce and nurtures a collaborative culture; and how to plan a work space that is flexible enough to accommodate the latest technology but that remains people focused.

Key Topics
Automation & Robotics
AI & Machine Learning
IoT & Industry 4.0
Remote Working
Retaining Talent
Collaboration
Diversity
Benefits and Compensation
Retaining Talent
Technology
Mobility
Culture
Workspaces
Globalization
Future Careers-Educating the Next Generation

The Future of Work Conference is part of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which will also incorporate complementary events, including the Automation & Robotics Event, the IoT & Industry 4.0 Expo, and the Careers, Skills & Training Expo, to provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of how the digital revolution will impact their day-to-day business operations of the the Irish workplace including the manufacturing sector.

National Medtech & Biotech Summit
2022-05-25 09:00 - 2022-05-26 16:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland
Ireland’s Leading Medtech & Biotech Event

MedTech companies have a base in Ireland. Indeed, Ireland is one of the top seven employers of MedTech professionals in Europe, with more than 40,000 people currently working in the sector. Furthermore, there are now more than 450 MedTech companies operating in Ireland with over 60% having been developed locally.
In the Biotechnology sector, there are well over 300 companies operating in Ireland. Indeed, all but one of the world’s 25 largest Biotech and Pharma companies have a presence in Ireland. In recent years, capital investment of about $10 billion has been made in new facilities by the BioPharma industry in Ireland. This is believed to represent close to the biggest wave of investment in new BioTech facilities anywhere in the world, according to the IDA Ireland (Ireland’s inward investment promotion agency).
The Biotechnology Innovation Organisation defines Biotechnology at its simplest as technology based on biology – Biotechnology harnesses cellular and biomolecular processes to develop technologies and products that help improve our lives and the health of our planet. Medical Technologies relate to prevention, diagnosis, monitoring, treatment, and care, and often utilise new technologies such as artificial intelligence or machine learning, according to MedTech Europe.
The National MedTech & Biotech Summit, which is being held on 25th & 26th of May at the RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin, will highlight the key trends and challenges facing the sector, while also showcasing the latest innovations and developments in best practice, and the technological solutions available. The event will focus on the global growth opportunities, as well as major trends such as digital health and the shift to value-based healthcare and the long-term implications for manufacturers and business models.
The National MedTech & BioTech Summit is part of the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which incorporates several complementary events – all under one roof. Other co-located events include: the National Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences Expo; Lab2Cleanroom Live; the Automation and Robotics Event; the IOT & Industry 4.0 Expo; the National Sustainability Summit; the Supply Chain & Logistics Expo; and the Lean Productivity and Continuous Improvement Summit.

IoT and Industry 4.0 Expo
2022-05-25 09:00 - 2022-05-26 16:00 | RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland
IoT & Industry 4.0

Be part of the 4th industrial revolution
See the future of manufacturing from global experts. Understand government policy, gain support & access to finance, adopt the latest business models, hear about large- & small-scale 4.0 case studies, and what this means for your manufacturing business. Come & network with your peers and see the latest technologies & solutions to make manufacturing smarter. Join us a the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin on the 25th & 26th of May 2022 to experience Irelands largest gathering for the 4th industrial revolution. IOT Connect Live is a unique opportunity for the manufacturing industry to get together to specifically share ideas and experiences on industry 4.0, to make new and valuable contacts with peers and suppliers, and catch up with old friends and colleagues. Discover how industry is evaluating and implementing industry 4.0 and update yourself on new technologies and applications that can improve efficiencies within your business.
This year’s event will focus on the incredible benefits that the Internet of Things can bring to Manufacturing; from the adoption of advanced manufacturing methods which allow for greater customisation, through to the potential energy savings and performance improvements that it can deliver. We will also explore the new skills that will be needed to underpin this change, as operations and information technology collide. Attendees will hear industry leaders share the opportunities and difficulties of implementing advanced manufacturing techniques, and their recommendations for others who are progressing their IoT journey. There will be the chance to network throughout the day with technology and industry leaders, as well as gain a greater understanding of Government support and plans in this area.

Big Data Belfast 2022
2022-05-25 10:00 - 17:00 | ICC Belfast | Waterfront Hall, 2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT1 3WH, United Kingdom
Analytics Engines are delighted to present Big Data Belfast 2022 and to announce that it will return to the ICC Belfast on Weds 25th May.

Big Data Belfast is a one-day data and technology conference hosted by data analytics solution provider Analytics Engines. Now in its 8th year, the conference has established itself as a highlight of the Northern Ireland tech events calendar.
Since its inception, Big Data Belfast has welcomed speakers from market-leading organisations including GitHub, Microsoft, Nvidia, RTÉ, The National Gallery London, AWS and Liverpool Football Club.
This year, the conference will return on Wednesday 25th May 2022. This year’s event is supported by headline sponsor EY and supporting sponsors ASOS, Daily Pay, Aflac, Peak 6, Allstate Northern Ireland, Magnite and MCS Group.

A Decade of UK Tech
2022-05-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Online
A Decade of UK Tech – Evolution of the tech economy and ambitions for our future
We live in a world where emerging technologies are disrupting and transforming established industries. As we live through the fastest pace of change in history, UK tech is at the cutting edge.
TechNation invites you to explore this groundbreaking report to celebrate Google for Startups’ 10th anniversary. The report highlights the latest data about the evolution of tech and the brightest minds imagining its future.
‘This report provides us with an important opportunity to look back in order to look forward. The last decade in UK tech brought profound change and growth, a vibrant community of founders, but also challenges that require addressing in order to unlock opportunities for the future. We couldn’t think of a better partner than TechNation to embark on this mission together, and we look forward to the 26th of May to discuss what our hopes are for the next ten years in UK tech, and our shared role in making it happen’ Marta Krupinska, Head of Google for Startups UK.
