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SUMMARY:Jim Al-Khalili - The Joy of Science
DESCRIPTION:Join New York Times bestselling author – and one of the UK’s top physicists – Jim Al-Khalili\, as he discusses his latest book\, The Joy of Science. A Distinguished Professor of Theoretical Physics\, Jim’s fascinating insights into how science can help make life easier to navigate\, based on eight scientific methods\, might just transform how you approach your life. \nCovering everything from how to handle uncertainty and doubt\, to coping with the general complexities of modern living\, the BBC host will show you how to think more like a scientist and learn how to adopt a more confident approach in the day-to-day. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to pick up some top tips from one of Britain’s leading scientific minds. \nAbout \nJim Al-Khalili is Distinguished Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Surrey and one of Britain’s best-known science communicators. He has written numerous books\, including The World According to Physics (Princeton); Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed; and Life on the Edge: The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology. He is a fellow of the Royal Society and lives in Southsea\, England. \nMatrix will partner this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/jim-al-khalili-the-joy-of-science-2/
LOCATION:Mandela Hall\, 77 University Road\, Belfast\, BT7 1NF
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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SUMMARY:NI Science Festival Anne-Marie Imafidon - She’s In CTRL
DESCRIPTION:How women can take back tech\nWhy are women so under-represented in the tech world? Why does this matter? What can we do about it? \nWhy do so many of us – particularly women – feel the tech world is beyond reach? Women are woefully under-represented in tech – they represent roughly a mere quarter of the UK STEM workforce. This means an ever increasing series of big decisions are made by a small number of people\, mainly men. \nSo\, what are the challenges for all of us who want to wrest back control? How do we get past the gatekeepers? When we do\, what are the opportunities that will open up – for us in our individual roles and for the future of tech? Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon shows we have more agency than we think\, drawing on her own experience and the stories of other pioneers and innovators to provide examples\, exercises and practical guidance for how to get started and take control. \nThere will always be problems. But\, as we know\, women are problem-solvers. \nAbout\nDr Anne-Marie Imafidon is a keynote speaker\, leader and creator of the award-winning social enterprise Stemettes\, which engages\, inspires and connects the next generation of women and nonbinary people into the science\, technology\, engineering and maths field. A recognised and respected thought-leader in the tech space\, in 2017 she was awarded an MBE for services to young women and STEM sectors. In 2020 she was voted the most influential woman in tech in the UK by Computer Weekly. \nMatrix is a partner of this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/ni-science-festival-anne-marie-imafidon-shes-in-ctrl/
LOCATION:Crescent Arts Centre\, 2-4 University Road\, Belfast\, BT7 1NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Women in STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230220T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230220T150000
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Future of UK AI: Scoping Event - N.Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Join UKRI for this scoping event which will bring together interested stakeholders including potential users and providers of AI to discuss the focus and direction of the programme including presentations from the AI programme consortium and round table discussions. \nAbout the event\nUnprecedented opportunities exist for us to drive the UK’s innovation and adoption of AI – the technologies transformative nature has the potential to revolutionise the UK economy. \nAre you looking to drive the UK’s innovation and adoption of AI? Do you have an AI project that has the potential to make a big impact on the economy? If so\, the upcoming programme seeks to stimulate the adoption of AI in sectors of the UK economy with low AI maturity but high-potential for growth. \nLaunching soon\, this programme aims to: \n\nGain a greater consideration of ethical\, security and bias aspects in the development of new AI solutions\nEducate AI adopters in the commercial benefits of developing and introducing AI technologies\nCultivate a network between AI developers and AI adopters in target sectors\nReduce the technical skill gap to increase both productivity and profitability\n\nWho is the event for and why should you attend?\nThis event welcomes any potential users of AI in the creative\, agriculture\, transport\, and construction sectors\, representatives of AI suppliers\, and technology providers in all sectors. If you are interested in creating and deploying innovative AI solutions and have the seniority to make it happen\, express your interest now to reserve your spot. \nBy attending\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\nInfluence the direction of this national programme and future government policy.\nBe the first to learn more about the vast funding opportunities for AI projects both current and upcoming.\nNetwork with your peers\, face to face\, to form invaluable partnerships and consortiums.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/exploring-the-future-of-uk-ai-scoping-event-n-ireland/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, Belfast\, 4 Lanyon Place\, Belfast\, BT1 3LP
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T095113Z
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SUMMARY:So You Want to be a Biomedical Scientist?
DESCRIPTION:Find out what it’s like to be a biomedical scientist as researchers including a PhD student\, postdoctoral fellow and principal investigator talk about their work and various career paths. There’ll be a chance to ask them any questions\, while various teaching staff will also be on hand to explain the opportunities available within QUB. \nWe’ll then split into subgroups and go for a tour of the Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine (WWIEM) building\, including the microscopy facility. The tours will then return to the open event in the WWIEM atrium\, where Biomedical Research in Action will be on display from 1pm-5pm.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/so-you-want-to-be-a-biomedical-scientist/
LOCATION:Lecture Theatre\, Wellcome-Wolfson Institute For Experimental Medicine\, School of Medicine\, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences Queen's University Belfast\, 97 Lisburn Road\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT9 7BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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SUMMARY:Biomedical Research in Action!
DESCRIPTION:Become a scientist for the afternoon at the Wellcome-Wolfson Institute for Experimental Medicine (WWIEM) and enjoy a range of demonstrations and interactive research activities! \nOur mission is to understand the mechanisms of disease and use that understanding to develop new tests and treatments to improve patients’ lives. This is a great chance to find out all about the work of local scientists who are leading the way in research into vision and vascular disease\, respiratory medicine and the immune system and its interactions with microbes.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/biomedical-research-in-action/
LOCATION:Lecture Theatre\, Wellcome-Wolfson Institute For Experimental Medicine\, School of Medicine\, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences Queen's University Belfast\, 97 Lisburn Road\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT9 7BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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SUMMARY:Idea Jam
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nIdeas. We’ve all got ‘em\, rattling around in our busy\, distracted heads. Perhaps you’re harbouring the next big thing … Maybe it’s always been there\, but it’s hiding behind-to-do lists\, bank statements and status updates. It’s finally time to tip that idea out of your head and onto the page so you can actually do something with it. \nIdea Jam is a chance for creators\, new and old\, to clear all distractions and finally sculpt that secret\, nebulous idea you’ve been chipping away at for years into one that’s ready to act on… and maybe even figure out how to take it to the next step. If you’ve never done this sort of thing before\, there will be professional artists\, developers and industry experts on-hand to help transfer your concept from brain to pitch. \nThere will be advice in the form of breakout sessions and discussions about how to pitch your idea and take it further after the day. \nMatrix is a partner of this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/idea-jam/
LOCATION:The Mac\, 10 Exchange Street\, West\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT1 2NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230120T105427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T105427Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Fleming Agri-Products Factory Tour 2023
DESCRIPTION:Fleming Agri-Products is one of the UK and Ireland’s oldest manufacturers of agricultural machinery. Join them on a factory tour\, you’ll get the opportunity to explore the company’s heritage and values\, as well as gaining an insight into their production processes and customer-focussed practices. \nMatrix is a partner to this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/stem-fleming-agri-products-factory-tour-2023/
LOCATION:Fleming Agri Products\, New Buildings Industrial Estate\, Victoria Road\, Londonderry\, BT47 2SX
CATEGORIES:Agrifood
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230112T110259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T110525Z
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SUMMARY:Create Your Very Own Platform Game in Scratch 3.0
DESCRIPTION:Have you used Scratch 3 before? Not like this you haven’t! \nIn this workshop participants will create their very own platform game from start to finish. Participants will create everything from characters to levels and learn advanced coding techniques using Scratch 3.0. \nMatrix is a partner of this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/create-your-very-own-platform-game-in-scratch-3-0/
LOCATION:Nerve Centre\, 7-8 Magazine St\, Derry\, Derry/Londonderry\, BT48 6HJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Creative technology,Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230123T115912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T115912Z
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SUMMARY:Hydrogen Supply Chain Collaborative R&D Competition Briefing webinar
DESCRIPTION:Innovate UK\, in collaboration with Innovate UK KTN\, will be hosting an online competition briefing webinar to share details of the new funding competition “Hydrogen storage and distribution supply chain Collaborative R&D”. \nInnovate UK\, in collaboration with Innovate UK KTN\, will be hosting an online competition briefing webinar on 16th February 2023 to share details of the new funding competition “Hydrogen storage and distribution supply chain Collaborative R&D” \nLow carbon hydrogen has an important role to play in the UK’s move towards net zero carbon. The UK Government continues to support the scale up of hydrogen production through the Net Zero Hydrogen Fund and Hydrogen Business Models but in order to exploit the opportunity of 10GW hydrogen production by 2030 we need strong supply chains. \nThe hydrogen storage and distribution supply chain fund will\, \n\nProvide a mechanism which incentivises collaboration across the hydrogen value chain\, with particular emphasis in storage and distribution of hydrogen\nDevelop integrated storage and distribution systems\nReduce the associated cost of hydrogen supply chains related to the storage and distribution of hydrogen.\nEncourage the commercialisation and adoption of hydrogen storage and distribution innovation\n\nInnovation within different parts of hydrogen storage and distribution supply chain include but is not limited to: \n\nPipeline and vessels\nOn-vehicle transport\nStorage tanks and surface infrastructure\nMonitoring and system controls such as meters\, sensors and valves\nRefuelling and blending\n\nThe briefing webinar will include an opportunity to: \n\nHear about the scope of the competition in more detail and how to apply\nLearn about the eligibility criteria\nHear about the support services available for businesses applying into the fund
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/hydrogen-supply-chain-collaborative-rd-competition-briefing-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230227
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221208T140122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T140122Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Ireland Science Festival
DESCRIPTION:NI Science Festival returns 16 – 26 February 2023 for its ninth edition celebrating the Science of You\, The Universe and Everything in between! \nOver the years NISF has striven to bring the very best of science communication to Northern Ireland\, including notable names such as Brian Cox\, Alice Roberts\, Jim Al-Khalili\, Jocelyn Bell Burnell\, Liz Bonnin\, Robert Winston\, Chris Hadfield\, Chris and Xand Van Tulleken\, Chris Packham\, Adam Rutherford\, Maddie Moate to name a few. \nThe festival offers a stimulating and wide range of events focusing on the wonders of science\, technology\, engineering\, art and mathematics. These events present some of the best scientists from NI and beyond to discuss their work\, cutting-edge research and what the future might hold. \nDuring the day\, the festival offers a range of workshops\, tours talks and interactive activities for people of all ages. In the evening we present an eclectic mix of experiential events including scientific debate\, talks\, theatres\, comedy\, music\, and film for adults and much more.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/northern-ireland-science-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:STEM skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230220
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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SUMMARY:NISF Regional Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:That’s Non Sense\nExplore the wonderful world of our senses and the tricks they play on us. \nThink you see with your eyes and taste with your tongue? Ever wondered why you get dizzy when you spin? How many senses do you even have? Prepare to be amazed and confounded by sensory and optical illusions in this demo-packed exploration of your brain\, as we discover your senses aren’t quite as simple as they seem… \nHack Your Brain\nA whirlwind introduction to the brain and nervous system! \nPacked with memorable large-scale demos\, you’ll create a giant neuron live on stage to explore how nerve cells communicate. Then\, watch as we hijack those signals to control someone’s movements (preferably a teacher!)! Along the way we’ll investigate what this tells us about how we learn\, helping students to understand their brains better and how to make the most of them. \nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\nThat’s Non Sense (Antrim)\nFriday 17th February 2023\n12:00pm – 1:00pm\nMarket Square\, Antrim\, BT41 4AW\nLink\n\n\nHack Your Brain (Antrim)\nFriday 17th February 2023\n2:30pm – 3:30pm\nMarket Square\, Antrim\, BT41 4AW\nLink\n\n\nThat’s Non Sense (Omagh)\nSaturday 18th February\n12:00pm – 1:00pm\nTownhall Square\, Omagh\, BT78 1BL\nLink\n\n\nHack Your Brain (Omagh)\nSaturday 18th February\n2:30pm – 3:30pm\nTownhall Square\, Omagh\, BT78 1BL\nLink\n\n\nThat’s Non Sense (Armagh)\nSunday 19th February\n12:00pm – 1:00pm\n74-76 Sráid na nGall\, Armagh\, BT61 7LG\nLink\n\n\nHack Your Brain (Armagh)\nSunday 19th February\n2:30pm – 3:30pm\n74-76 Sráid na nGall\, Armagh\, BT61 7LG\nLink\n\n\nThat’s Non Sense (Limavady)\nThursday 16th February 2023\n12:00pm – 1:00pm\n24 Main Street\, Limavady\, BT49 0FJ\nLink\n\n\nHack Your Brain (Limavady)\nThursday 16th February 2023\n2:30pm – 3:30pm\n24 Main Street\, Limavady\, BT49 0FJ\nLink
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/nisf-regional-roadshow/
CATEGORIES:STEM skills
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230215T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221206T105637Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Hydrogen Economy
DESCRIPTION:Many countries are looking for solutions on how to control their carbon emissions and how to reach carbon neutrality. In this Hydrogen Economy webinar\, Swagath Manohar\, Senior Industry Analyst Energy & Environment\, Frost & Sullivan will look at helping you identify growth opportunities in hydrogen technologies and markets. \nSwagath will discuss the five key pillars of decarbonisation:\n• Rise of renewables\n• Hydrogen economy\n• Direct electrification and renewable heat\n• Emissions management\n• Energy efficiency \nNone of the key pillars are new\, however the importance of each has increased in the past few years. Technology and crucially\, business model innovation\, will drive them further forward.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/webinar-hydrogen-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230103T102657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T102657Z
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SUMMARY:Next steps for digital identity in the UK - legislation and regulation\, opportunities\, key issues for service providers and customers\, data sharing and security\, and technology and innovation
DESCRIPTION:This conference will examine the next steps for development of digital identity in the UK – which is set to be central for enabling private and public sector organisations to provide services to customers and citizens into the future\, and for growing the digital economy. \n  \nDelegates will assess plans being put in place by for technology rollout and regulation\, and what it will mean for stakeholders. \n  \nIt will be a timely opportunity for stakeholders and key policymakers to discuss key issues and how they can be addressed\, with: \n\ngovernment consultation on its revised UK digital identity and attributes trust framework\, which sets out rules\, standards and governance for organisations providing or using digital identity\nthe Office for Digital Identities and Attributes\, being set up within DCMS as an interim regulatory body to oversee the Framework’s development as it moves into law\n\nWith senior contributions from the DCMS and TechUK\, areas for discussion include: \n\npolicy and regulation: priorities and next steps – the evolving roles of regulators – information and guidance for developers and providers – developing equivalence with paper-based verification\nstakeholder impact: implications of developments for vendors\, service providers and their customers – their priorities and support they may need – issues for local government\, charities and SMEs\npublic adoption: communication with the public and gaining their trust – ease of use and building accessibility into design – tackling digital inequalities\norganisational implementation: the roadmap for rollout – data sharing\, cooperation\, and relationships between public and private sector – skills and supply chain development\ndata: the future of policy on GDPR and implications for international cooperation – what data is stored\, how it is shared\, how long it is kept\, and by who – action and assurance on fraud\ntechnology: interoperability internationally and across sectors\, organisations and uses – challenges for facial recognition and other biometric data\n\nThe conference will be an opportunity for the stakeholders to consider the issues alongside key policy officials who are due to attend from CMA; DCMS; Dstl; DfT; HMRC; Home Office; Ofcom; and the Welsh Revenue Authority.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/next-steps-for-digital-identity-in-the-uk-legislation-and-regulation-opportunities-key-issues-for-service-providers-and-customers-data-sharing-and-security-and-technology-and-innovation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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SUMMARY:In conversation with Dr Sundiatu Dixon-Fyle
DESCRIPTION:Aleida Rios FREng\, Senior Vice President of Engineering at BP and Chair of the Royal Academy of Engineering Diversity and Inclusion Committee\, will be joined by Dr Sundiatu Dixon-Fyle\, Senior Fellow at the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI)\, for a thought-provoking conversation exploring diversity and inclusion best practice. \nAlongside exploring ‘what works’\, Aleida and Sundiatu will also start the conversation around our diversity and inclusion theme for 2023: Engineering Inclusive Cultures understanding how culture is critical for sustaining our people and practice.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/in-conversation-with-dr-sundiatu-dixon-fyle/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Women in STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
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SUMMARY:Energy Efficient Networks: New Architectures
DESCRIPTION:Following the initial kick-off meeting\, techUK and the CSA Catapult will host a series of ‘deep dive’ roundtables to explore in more detail key topics related to network energy efficiency. \nRoundtable 2 will examine ‘New Architectures’ and will be co-chaired by Satellite Applications Catapult. Final agenda and speakers TBC. \nWe anticipate the following topics will be discussed\, along with others identified at the kick-off meeting: \n\nSelf-powering infrastructure: focus on the use of renewable-energy generation at masts and other sites\nArtificial Intelligence (AI)\, Machine Learning (ML) and energy reduction: the use of software in order to manage network energy needs.\nPhotonics and optical communications: More energy efficient photonics are cited as important in previous discussions\nSemiconductors\, materials\, and manufacture: This would focus on how compound semiconductors and efficiencies in the manufacture of physical infrastructure can increase energy efficiency.\nRAN\, RF and microwave communications: How the RAN itself\, not just its components\, power source or network management\, can become more efficient – we will also explore the potential of open and disaggregated networks in reducing energy consumption.\nEnergy efficient cooling: Exploring new and innovative cooling methods that aid a reduction in energy use in high-demand/high-resilience environments\, such as data centres.\nMetamaterials and intelligent reflected surfaces: the role of passive and active surfaces for beam forming and directional tracking to improve network efficiency.\n\nDuring the deep dive roundtables\, we will invite attendees to discuss UK capabilities\, market potential and priorities for future investment. The roundtables will be held under Chatham House Rule. \nSession chairs: \n\n\n\n\nSophie James\n\nProgramme Manager\, Communications Infrastructure and Services\, techUK \nFind out more \n\n\n\n\n\nDr Andy Sellars FIET\n\nStrategic Development Director\, CSA Catapult
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/energy-efficient-networks-new-architectures/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Climate Change,Energy,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230109T133848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T133848Z
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SUMMARY:Briefing - Delivering a Sustainable Utilisation of Livestock Slurry (SULS) solution for Northern Ireland
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Agriculture\, Environment\, and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is responsible for food\, farming\, environmental\, fisheries\, forestry and sustainability policy in Northern Ireland. \nAgriculture is a key industry and employer in Northern Ireland\, and the Department is seeking practical ways to address nutrient separation/processing of the resultant livestock slurry – particularly from cows and pigs – to generate energy. This is key to addressing concerns relating to ammonia\, green house gas emissions and biosecurity. \nA successful solution will enable slurry to be separated with minimal nitrogen and methane loss\, to produce feedstock for energy production\, with remaining nutrients providing artificial fertilizer for NI or export. \nDAERA has been awarded £500\,000 ex VAT of SBRI funding to support up to 5 suppliers to develop a solution. \nThis free to attend\, online event will provide an overview of the SBRI programme in Northern Ireland\, information about the project\, and details of the application process.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/briefing-delivering-a-sustainable-utilisation-of-livestock-slurry-suls-solution-for-northern-ireland/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Agrifood
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230109T124909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T125237Z
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SUMMARY:NI KTP Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person to discover how the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Programme can help grow and scale your business.\n\n\nThe Northern Ireland KTP knowledge providers (Queen’s University Belfast\, Ulster University\, SERC\, SWC\, NWRC\, NRC\, Belfast Met\, CAFRE\, and Open University) are delighted to invite the business community to this insightful event. \nThe event will highlight the many benefits that an organisation can gain by partnering with a University or Further Education College through KTP. \nKTPs are a three-way partnership between an innovative business\, an academic knowledge provider\, and a highly skilled graduate to deliver the business’ strategic growth plans. Projects are part-funded by Innovate UK\, Invest NI and the company partner. \nThe KTP Programme can be applied to any business function (including management\, engineering\, R&D\, finance\, data\, production etc.) across all industry sectors. This event will focus on three current themes: \n\nDigital and Business Innovation\nNet-zero and Sustainability\nAdvanced Manufacturing \n\nYou will hear from a variety of academic and business partners on how to accelerate business growth through KTP\, and gain useful insights on how the programme could be used in your organisation. \nYou will have the opportunity to talk with KTP funders and Northern Ireland knowledge providers to get advice on business support mechanisms currently available from our local Universities and Colleges. \n  \nRegister below to secure your place or contact Aoife Lynch for more information. \nThis free event is aimed at SMEs and Large companies across Northern Ireland. Early registration is encouraged. \nWe look forward to meeting you.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/ni-ktp-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:Dunadry Hotel And Gardens\, 2 Islandreagh Drive\, Dunadry\, Northern Ireland\, BT41 2HA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20230112T113116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T113116Z
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SUMMARY:Jim Al-Khalili - The Joy of Science
DESCRIPTION:Join New York Times bestselling author – and one of the UK’s top physicists – Jim Al-Khalili\, as he discusses his latest book\, The Joy of Science. A Distinguished Professor of Theoretical Physics\, Jim’s fascinating insights into how science can help make life easier to navigate\, based on eight scientific methods\, might just transform how you approach your life. \nCovering everything from how to handle uncertainty and doubt\, to coping with the general complexities of modern living\, the BBC host will show you how to think more like a scientist and learn how to adopt a more confident approach in the day-to-day. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to pick up some top tips from one of Britain’s leading scientific minds. \nAbout\nJim Al-Khalili is Distinguished Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Surrey and one of Britain’s best-known science communicators. He has written numerous books\, including The World According to Physics (Princeton); Quantum: A Guide for the Perplexed; and Life on the Edge: The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology. He is a fellow of the Royal Society and lives in Southsea\, England. \nMatrix is a partner of this event
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/jim-al-khalili-the-joy-of-science/
LOCATION:Mandela Hall\, 77 University Road\, Belfast\, BT7 1NF
CATEGORIES:STEM skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Ireland Science Festival":MAILTO:info@nisciencefestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221213T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221208T141056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T141458Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Tech
DESCRIPTION:Grow your network and connect with others in your industry\, outside of the workplace! \nAs part of our Women in Industry Round Tables\, we welcome all Women in Tech to join us for a virtual forum to discuss the current topics\, challenges\, and upcoming developments in the world of Tech. \nWhether you are involved in computer programming or network security\, take the opportunity to share in other women’s experiences\, ask those questions on your mind and offer valuable support to women within your industry. \nWhy don’t you bring along a colleague? This is a biannual catch up (not to be missed!) with key take away information to support your professional development and to help continue your networking beyond the screen. \nOur virtual events take place on Zoom\, once booked you will receive the zoom meeting link via your email as well as the confirmation page at the end of the checkout process.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/women-in-tech/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Technology,Women in STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221213T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221206T110537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T110537Z
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SUMMARY:Artificial intelligence research to enable UK’s net zero target
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is targeted at academic researchers (UK research organisations only). It will provide further information and questions and answers opportunity to prospective applicants of the new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) cross-council funding opportunity ‘artificial intelligence research to enable UK’s net zero target’. \nAttendees from a variety of research disciplines and career stages are welcomed\, but an interest in investigating solutions to net zero challenges using artificial intelligence is essential. \nProjects will explore the use of artificial intelligence in addressing net zero challenges across 4 themes with research proposals crossing any 2 council’s remits of EPSRC\, NERC\, BBSRC\, ESRC. The 4 themes are: \n\nenergy\ntransport\nenvironment\nagriculture and food systems\n\nProspective applicants will find out further information regarding the opportunity scope\, proposal requirements\, eligibility\, as well as the type of projects and themes that UKRI is looking to support. \nApplicants to the opportunity must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for funding during the duration of their project. \nThe Zoom link for the webinar will be provided post registration. Registrations for webinar attendance open 2 December 2022.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/artificial-intelligence-research-to-enable-uks-net-zero-target/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Climate Change,Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221212T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221212T115821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T115821Z
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SUMMARY:Energy-smart places: delivering net zero
DESCRIPTION:Learning and inspiration from the Prospering from the Energy Revolution Programme\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Prospering from the Energy Revolution programme\, delivered by Innovate UK and EPSRC\, has invested over £100m in developing and demonstrating local approaches to energy\, with over 80 projects involving hundreds of organisations. \nThis one-day conference and exhibition will help tell the projects’ stories and give insight into what has been learnt and achieved. The event will bring people together from across the energy landscape\, to look at how the potential of local smart energy systems can be realised on the journey to net zero. \nJoining this event will be a great way to learn more about the opportunities and issues around place-based approaches to energy\, to share experiences with others to take inspiration and key insight back to your area’s net zero delivery plans. \nThere are two ways to take part in this event: in person or online. There is no charge to attend for either format. \nJoining in person: \nVenue capacity is limited\, and we aim to achieve a group of attendees that reflect the diversity of the net zero/local energy systems landscape. If you pre-register to attend in person\, we will advise you in January whether we have been able to allocate you a place. \nJoining online: \nThe main stage presentations will be streamed and there will also be online exhibition and networking zones. It’s important to highlight that there is no audience limitation for online attendance.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/energy-smart-places-delivering-net-zero/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221125T102712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T102712Z
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SUMMARY:The Co-Centre Programme
DESCRIPTION:The Co-Centre Programme is an exciting opportunity for researchers to build strategic collaborative partnerships across Ireland\, Great Britain and Northern Ireland through the formation of a Co-Centre. The programme will establish virtual Centres of distributed excellence linking researchers across academia and industry to perform cutting-edge research in areas of mutual economic\, societal\, health and environmental importance. Co-Centres will be structured according to the existing SFI model and will be funded by by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI)\, Northern Ireland’s Department of Agriculture\, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)\, and co-funded by industry. \nA webinar outlining the Co-Centre Programme 2022 call and its application process will take place on Thursday 8th December 2022 at 10:00am
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/the-co-centre-programme/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Agrifood,Climate Change
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221206T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221206T132613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T132613Z
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SUMMARY:Hunter Memorial Lecture - Hydrogen and its application for rail propulsion
DESCRIPTION:The UK railway is committed to removing diesel only fleets from the network by 2040.  In railway terms\, this is a pressing deadline\, as new vehicles built today would easily be expected to have an economic service life of 40 years\, well beyond the 2040 deadline. This means new carbon free traction systems need to be developed to deliver autonomous  traction on routes without overhead electrification. Hydrogen is emerging as a strong contender to provide this traction capability. The HydroFLEX train has demonstrated its viability and is ready to enter service trails on the mainline network. This presentation will give an overview of how the technology works\, its strengths and weaknesses and what types of application it is best suited for\, and where you should electrify. \nSpeaker\nProfessor Stuart Hillmansen is Professor in Railway Traction Systems within the School of Engineering at the University of Birmingham. He completed a PhD in Imperial College London. His main area of research interest is in traction systems for use in railway vehicles\, and modeling and measurement of energy consumption for railway systems (both AC and DC). His team have developed the 1st Hydrogen Fueled locomotive in the UK\, and is currently heavily involved in the industry’s efforts to decarbonize. \nThis event was organised by the Midlands Power Group.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/hunter-memorial-lecture-hydrogen-and-its-application-for-rail-propulsion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221206T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221118T095120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T095120Z
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SUMMARY:Developing evidence capabilities to improve decision-making and policy impact
DESCRIPTION:Demands for policy advice and evidence are increasingly expected at the forefront of the UK’s national\, regional and local government. More tools\, resources and knowledge mobilisation activities are being geared towards supporting decision-makers to implement evidence-informed and impactful policy. Yet knowing what processes\, capabilities and methodologies can be used to determine what works\, when\, why and how is difficult for civil servants facing mounting pressures to deliver quickly\, with impact and at scale. \nIn partnership with the Capabilities in Academic Policy Engagement (CAPE) programme and the Chief Scientific Adviser’s (CSA) Office at the Department for Levelling Up\, Housing and Communities (DLUHC)\, Nesta is excited to launch a new interactive toolkit on Engaging With Evidence – a practical resource to strengthen capabilities for evidence use and expert engagement. Through a combination of theory\, case studies and interactive activities\, the toolkit is designed to help decision-makers learn about what evidence and expertise can be mobilised towards the right purposes at the right time. It provides a practical\, easy-to-use resource for governments\, knowledge intermediaries and others interested in advancing capabilities for evidence use and expert engagement. \nThis event is for anyone working in local\, regional or national government or those interested in developing capabilities for engaging with both evidence and evidence producers\, and understanding how improved evidence literacy and expert engagement can support the development of policy to ensure outcomes are effective in generating a meaningful social impact. \nConfirmed speakers: \nProf. David Halpern\, BIT CEO and What Works Centre National Advisor \nSarah Chaytor\, Director of Strategy & Policy\, UCL Research\, Innovation & Global Engagement \nProf. Alan Penn\, Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department for Levelling Up\, Housing and Communities \nDr Ine Steenmans\, Associate Professor in Futures\, Analysis and Policy at the University College London (UCL) \nKuranda Morgan\, Evidence Lead at Nesta
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/developing-evidence-capabilities-to-improve-decision-making-and-policy-impact/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221201T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221019T153126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T153126Z
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SUMMARY:AICON 2022
DESCRIPTION:AI Con Hosted by Kainos will investigate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence across society. As acceptance of the technology continues to grow\, this year is about considering what’s needed to integrate AI responsibly and sustainably into all avenues of business and public life. \nWhat’s needed to further public trust\, and how we can mitigate any questions of risk or threat will be the underlying message when we return in December 2022. We know\, through the now mainstream use of transformative technologies such as electricity\, aviation\, and automobiles\, that public sentiment can and does change both with time and the continued evolution of technology. This can be assisted by identifying sensible safeguards and committing as a sector to education. \nIt is in this vein that we will convene the AI ecosystem\, including those involved in application\, policy\, regulation\, and every senior role in between. With input from global experts in the field\, AI Con Hosted by Kainos is where crucial conversations around the need to foster diversity and inclusion across the sector\, build moral foundations that underpin it\, and govern the potential for societal harm within AI will take place. \nFollowing this new approach in 2022\, the event will get to the heart of AI’s relationship with data usage and privacy and will allow us to determine a way forward in line with policy activity across Europe\, the UK\, and the US.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/aicon-2022/
LOCATION:Titanic Belfast\, 1 Olympic Way\, Queen's Road\, Belfast\, Belfast\, BT3 9EP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aisling Events":MAILTO:c.mccann@aisling-events.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221130T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221122T153025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T153025Z
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SUMMARY:SBRI Wales Health Programme 2022-2024: Briefing Event on New Challenges
DESCRIPTION:SBRI Health Programme 2022-2024 – An overview of the exciting new challenges launched by the SBRI Centre of Excellence. \nThe SBRI Centre of Excellence has recently launched three new exciting challenges. This event will give you the opportunity to hear from the Challenge Owners directly on their particular problem and put any questions that you may have to them to enable you to complete your applications. \nFor full details of the challenges and to apply\, please click the following links: \n\nPatient Comms Challenge\nImproving Ergonomics for ENT Surgeons\nSafe and Ethical Disposal of Nitrous Oxide and Entonox Medical Gases
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/sbri-wales-health-programme-2022-2024-briefing-event-on-new-challenges/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Health,Innovation,R&D
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221201
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221118T102346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T102346Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Ireland Economic Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Ireland Economic Conference\, now in its 27th year\, is Northern Ireland’s premier economic analysis event and is unique in being the only forum that takes a high level look at the performance of\, and prospects for the local economy. It is firmly established as the annual autumn summit for Northern Ireland’s economic community\, including policy makers and business leaders. This year’s conference will take place at a time of unprecedented change and is the not to be missed event for all the latest information and perspectives on the local economy. \nMatrix will partner with this event and our Chair\, Dr Robert Grundy will present our latest foresight report Northern Ireland’s Future Hydrogen Capability and Demand.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/northern-ireland-economic-conference/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, Templepatrick\, Paradise Walk\, Templepatrick\, BT39 0DD
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221123T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221114T133753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T140355Z
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SUMMARY:SBRI: Information event - Delivering a wastewater smart network for NI
DESCRIPTION:NI Water is the sole water and wastewater provider for Northern Ireland and is committed to ensuring its treatment is efficient\, and that wastewater returned to the environment is safe. \nNI Water has been awarded £200\,000 ex VAT of SBRI funding to support up to 4 suppliers to undertake research to develop a smart wastewater network. \n\nFind out more about this competition.\n\nThe project is intended to understand existing data sets from the wastewater networks to identify and provide early warnings allowing reaction to problems and effective mitigation. \nThis free to attend\, online event will provide an overview of the SBRI programme in Northern Ireland\, information about the project\, and details of the application process.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/sbri-information-event-delivering-a-wastewater-smart-network-for-ni/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221118T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20220816T094204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T094204Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Human Computer Interaction (iHCI) Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The annual Irish Human Computer Interaction conference will take place on Friday 18th of November 2022 at the Conor lecture theatre\, Belfast School of Art\, Ulster University\nWe invite you to a one day ‘face to face’ event that will bring together leading voices from the field of HCI and provide an overview of HCI research in Ireland\, Northern Ireland and further afield. \n\nWe will have keynotes\, a paper presentation track for showcasing a selection of publications by researchers at leading international venues of HCI research\, a rapid fire or poster session\, industry talks and a lot of opportunities to network in Belfast. \nThe event is supported by the ACM SIGCHI Chapter Ireland and Ulster University (Belfast School of Art and the School of Computing). \n\n\nHSC staff can attend the conference for free (buffet dinner not included).  To register please contact ka.boyd@ulster.ac.uk
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/irish-human-computer-interaction-ihci-symposium/
LOCATION:Ulster University Belfast\, York Street\, Belfast\, Northern Ireland\, BT15 1ED\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTSTAMP:20260419T094500
CREATED:20221103T145513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T145513Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Leaders Innovation Week
DESCRIPTION:A virtual summit to share case studies\, know-how and proven methodologies to help you innovate in your organisation and beyond.\nInnovation is the creation\, development and implementation of a new product\, process or service\, with the aim of improving efficiency\, effectiveness or competitive advantage. Innovation is difficult for well-established organisations. As a Digital Leader managing\, leading and promoting innovation is an important skill that can deliver game-changing creativity. Hard as it is for organisations to innovate\, some do.
URL:https://matrixni.org/event/digital-leaders-innovation-week/
LOCATION:Online
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