http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=52 Here are the latest Events &news_uid=184 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=184 Story: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), the Government organisation that helps UK-based companies succeed in an increasingly global economy, invites companies with innovative products and services to participate in a mission to coincide with OHA Health Achieve 2008 Exhibition and Conference. (www.ohahealthachieve.com). OHA is Canada's largest healthcare conference attracting over 8,600 health care professions from across the country.  The purpose of the mission is to showcase excellence in healthcare goods/services (devices and e-health products), to raise industry's visibility in the Canadian market, help generate leads, identify potential representatives or increase bottom line.  UKTI is proud to highlight the world-class R&D taking place in the UK and via events such as 'OHA Achieve' encourage collaboration between Canadian and British companies as a springboard for wider global growth.   For further information Click Here For an application form Click Here | Date: 03/11/2008 &news_uid=183 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=183 Story: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is organizing a diabetes focused mission in October for companies. We want to build on a very successful mission held in January 2007 and develop further opportunities and business for companies. This mission stems from an initiative agreed by former Prime Minster Mr Tony Blair and the Indian Prime Minister Mr Manmohan Singh. Our VIP guest is Ann Keen, Parliamentary Under Secretary for Health Services. She has a nursing and healthcare background. She will lend her support to British Companies to showcase their expertise and help exploit their potential in areas of collaboration focusing on diabetes challenges affecting both countries. Diabetes mellitus has been identified as one of the biggest challenges affecting the global population, and in particular, with the number of people affected by the disease exceeding 46 millions.  We have chosen the theme of diabetes and associated medical conditions. All healthcare companies are invited; diagnostic, pharma, medical devices and healthcare delivery. The Indian and  companies/hospitals attending will have an interest in the many complications and related conditions that are associated with the complete management of diabetic patients and all aspects of healthcare. All registered life sciences companies are eligible to participate in the mission.For Further Informaion Click Here | Date: 06/10/2008 &news_uid=182 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=182 Story: Meet med tech innovators looking for investment partnering The MedTech Investing Conference is the premier event for bringing together innovators and investors from around theworld to discuss investment opportunities inmedical technology. Now in its seventh year, this successful conference gives you the opportunity to listen to over 40 med tech innovators present their products, stage of business, investment requirements, expected growth and exit strategy. This will give you an overview of what investment opportunities are on offer before your one-to-one meetings. This year's programme will have almost six hours dedicated to one-to-one meetings. Reserve your meetings quickly and efficiently in 2008. For further Information Click Here | Date: 18/09/2008 &news_uid=180 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=180 Story: To promote and stimulate materials-related innovation within the Consumer Goods and Healthcare sectors Background The pace at which companies need to innovate is accelerating and they are increasingly looking outside their own boundaries to find and acquire new sources of innovative technology. Improvements in the quality of innovation and the speed at which new products can be brought to market are dependent upon new and better collaboration and exchange of information between organisations. This meeting will provide a unique opportunity for organisations to share their innovation requirements and showcase their capabilities. Outline for the day Materials in Consumer Goods and Healthcare is being organised to catalyse Open Innovation in the UK’s Consumer Goods and Healthcare sectors, bringing together companies, from large multi-nationals to SMEs, and other technology developers and users. The morning session will provide an opportunity for four global leaders in consumer goods and healthcare to share their requirements, fro materials-related technologies. The afternoon session will be dedicated to networking. All participants are strongly encouraged to showcase their innovation needs and/or relevant capabilities through a poster or exhibit. Added value for delegates A directory of the collaboration offers and needs of the organisations attending the event will be made available to participants. Representatives from the Innovation Advisory Service in the South East, Materials KTN and Chemicals KTN will be on hand to provide advice and support with all aspects of open innovation in this field. Who should attend? This event is targeted at CEOs, R&D, Innovation and Business Development Managers within companies engaged in developing and supplying materials-related technologies and those tasked with identifying new business opportunities. How to Register? Relevant companies are asked to apply on-line by Clicking Here (please do not use the green button below) and providing information about their organisation, its activities, collaborations offered and collaborations sought.  The closing date for applications is Thursday 18th September and there is a fee of £100 to attend this event. | Date: 02/10/2008 &news_uid=179 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=179 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: Overworked Isolated They want to delegate more They are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 10/09/2008 &news_uid=178 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=178 Story: Thursday 25th September 2008Institute of Directors, Pall Mall, London Ever wondered how to exploit your technology into realisable products and services? The Nanotechnology KTN, in conjunction with other UK partners, is proud to announce a landmark national event in which technology providers can connect with sources of finance and funding.  Guest Speakers Include:Peter Newton - Innovation Advisory Service Michael Holman - Research Director of Lux ResearchJim Clipson - Technology Strategy BoardDavid McMeekin - London Technology FundStephen Dore - CEO - NoMo-IR BackgroundManufacturing and technology leverages the UK service economy and provides employment for millions of people. Successful uptake of new technologies is vital to the wealth creating power of the UK. Nanotechnologies as such are seen as crucial to delivering the UK's wealth creation in the next 20 years. They have been with us for several years and now is the time to get more of the best research into the marketplace. Who Should AttendNanoFinance is an amazing opportunity for nanotechnology innovators to connect with those interested in funding or investing in nanotechnology. Via NanoFinance, a wide spectrum of nanotechnology organisations and funding providers will be brought together under one roof to stimulate connections. Whether you are an experienced entrepreneur, or just setting out to become one, this event will highlight funding opportunities available from those covering pre-competitive collaborative research right through to start-up finance. The EventNanoFinance will be a one day seminar and exhibition involving the leading funding sources, both national and international. The day will feature keynote presentations spanning the current business climate and the various funding schemes that are available during the business cycle. There will then be an opportunity for technologists to recount real life experiences via several case studies. Ample time will be made available to encourage networking during the day. In addition, organisations are invited to exhibit and promote their unique capabilities and skills. CostFull attendance ticket: £100 + VAT = £117.50This will include a name tag, delegate pack, lunch and refreshments. For more information and to register click here | Date: 25/09/2008 &news_uid=177 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=177 Story: Keynote talk and discussion dinner with presentation of the 2008 Duncan Davies Medal Tuesday 15 July 2008, 6.30pmThe Royal Society, 7 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AG Places available - book now The scientific consensus about human-induced climate change is both unequivocal and urgent. The challenges we face from this and its subsequent implications, whether it’s from food security to water resource to population growth to our wellbeing mean major challenges for society as we progress through the rest of the century. Sir David King, the former Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK Government and the new Director of the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment at the University of Oxford, will in his speech, outline the environmental challenges we face and how best they can and should be tackled. Biography Sir David King is the Director of the Smith School of Enterprise and Environment at the University of Oxford. He was Government's Chief Scientific Adviser and Head of the Government Office of Science from October 2000 to 31 December 2007. He was born in South Africa in 1939, and after an early career at the University of Witwatersrand, Imperial College and the University of East Anglia, he became the Brunner Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Liverpool in 1974. In 1988, he was appointed 1920 Professor of Physical Chemistry at the University of Cambridge and subsequently became Master of Downing College (1995-2000), and Head of the University Chemistry Department (1993-2000). He has published over 450 papers on his research in chemical physics and on science and policy, and has received numerous prizes, Fellowships and Honorary Degrees. He continues as Director of Research in the Department of Chemistry at Cambridge University. Further information Doors open for registration and coffee at 6pm. The meeting starts at 6.30pm and will be followed by a drinks reception at 8pm, and then an (optional) discussion dinner from 8.30pm to 9.45pm. The discussion dinner will be held under the Chatham House Rule. Book by completing the online form and follow with payment online or by post. The meeting fee for R&D Society members is £20 for the event only; or £65 for the event and dinner. For non-members and guests the meeting fee is £40 for the event only, or £85 for the event and dinner. For a trial period, afternoon and evening meetings (excluding dinner) are free for Individual Student members. NB students at universities that are Corporate members pay the R&D Society Corporate member rate unless they are also Individual Student members. Meetings are open to members and non-members. Members receive benefits including discounted meeting fees on all R&D Society events, access to the members area of the website, and the newsletter. Meetings of the R&D Society are accepted by many professional institutions as suitable for their CPD requirements. | Date: 15/07/2008 &news_uid=176 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=176 Story: Tuesday 15 July 2008, 2pmThe Royal Society, 7 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AG Speakers: Ahmed Hashmi, Technology Vice President of BP plc (chair) Dr Mike Pitts, Manager of the Sustainable Technologies Priority for Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer NetworkDr Robert Trezona, Head of R&D, The Carbon TrustDetails of third speaker to follow The meeting will focus on some of the aspects connected with developing new products that are environmentally friendly, an increasing imperative for R&D. Chair's opening remarksAhmed Hashmi, Technology Vice President of BP Ahmed will include some background on the strategy BP is taking in developing sustainable materials and environmentally friendly new products. Successful Green Product DesignDr Mike Pitts, Manager of the Sustainable Technologies Priority for Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer Network. Mike will describe the factors and constraints that need to be addressed to reach a successful goal, using a number of examples from the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Accelerating Commercialisation - The Four Journeys of Low Carbon TechnologyDr Robert Trezona, Head of R&D, The Carbon Trust A presentation on the Carbon Trust's thinking on accelerating the development of low carbon technologies, based on 6 years' experience of R&D, technology demonstration and new business incubation. The 'Four Journeys' model will be described, along with a short synopsis of Carbon Trust Innovations current and planned activities and opportunities for future funding. This will focus on new opportunities in R&D, including the Directed Research initiative. The presentations will be followed by a general panel discussion with the audience. Ahmed Hashmi, Technology Vice President, BP – Chairman Ahmed Hashmi is responsible for global technology strategy & planning at BP. He began his career with Amoco in 1983. Since then he has held various technical, commercial and leadership positions across Amoco and BP’s global operations. Immediately prior to his current assignment, Mr. Hashmi was Commercial Director for worldwide Drilling & Completions. Some of his other assignments have been in Argentina, Egypt, West Africa, US and Arabian Gulf countries. He holds an undergraduate degree in mathematics and physics, MS in Computer Science and MBA in finance. Dr Mike Pitts, Manager of the Sustainable Technologies Priority for Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer Network Chemistry Innovation’s mission is to improve innovation in UK chemistry-using industries to deliver higher GPD and sustainability. The Sustainable Technologies priority is concerned with chemistry innovations that solve sustainability issues for society. Current activity is focussed on: use of alternative, sustainable feedstocks; low carbon technologies; sustainable design; life-cycle communication and explaining the business case for sustainable technologies and green design. The priority has a wide network of academics and industry stakeholders including an advisory board of senior UK experts. Mike holds a degree in chemistry from Loughborough University and a PhD in organic chemistry from the University of Exeter (Professor Chris Moody). He worked as a postdoctoral associate at the University of Vienna on anti-tumour compounds before a five year period working for spin-out companies. An experienced project manager, Mike has technical expertise in catalysis, microwave and flow chemistry.. Robert Trezona, Head of Research and Development, The Carbon Trust Robert Trezona is Head of Research and Development at the Carbon Trust and has responsibility for Carbon Vision, the Applied Research Open Call and the new Directed Research programme. Robert is a materials scientist by training and has worked in fuel cells for Johnson Matthey and Ceres Power Ltd, and in strategy consulting for McKinsey & Co. Further information Doors open for registration and coffee at 1.40pm. The meeting starts at 2pm and will conclude no later than 5.30pm. Book by completing the online form and follow with payment online or by post. The meeting fee, including refreshments, R&D Society Individual and Corporate members £35Non-members £70Concessionary rate: Individual Retired members, £20Concessionary rate: Individual Student members - Free. NB, students at universities that are Corporate members pay the R&D Society Corporate member rate unless they are also Individual Student members Meetings are open to members and non-members. Members receive benefits including discounted meeting fees on all R&D Society events, access to the members area of the website, and the newsletter. Meetings of the R&D Society are accepted by many professional institutions as suitable for their CPD requirements. | Date: 15/07/2008 &news_uid=175 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=175 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 01/10/2008 &news_uid=173 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=173 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 29/07/2008 &news_uid=172 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=172 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 30/09/2008 &news_uid=171 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=171 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 16/09/2008 &news_uid=170 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=170 Story: Are you interested in developing your leadership skills? If so we would like to invite you to a talk from Penny Ferguson. Penny is the founder and CEO of a specialist leadership development company, working with many of the UK’s top companies and directors. Her company has developed a leadership programme that aims to lead to both personal success and improvements in performance at work. Penny has recently won She magazine Business Woman of the Year 2008, which is awarded to women who have shown entrepreneurial spirit in achieving success in their particular business. If you want to pick up some tips and learn how to develop your leadership skills, then join us on Thursday 3 July 2008 at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start at Wokingham Town Hall, Market Place, Wokingham.  Drinks will be provided afterwards. This invitation is free to JCI Reading members and £5 to non-members. All receipts will be forwarded to The African Foundation.   For more information please Click Here To apply to attend this event Click Here Please confirm your attendance to this event by Monday 23 June | Date: 03/07/2008 &news_uid=169 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=169 Story: Thursday 29 May 2008, 1230 to 1630"Increasing the Effectiveness of the Dismounted Soldier" The Centre for Defence Enterprise (CDE) is the Ministry of Defence's new gateway for UK science and technology industry, academia and innovators to help ensure that our Armed Forces have access to the best equipment, science and technology, now and in the future. The Centre provides a quick first response to ideas with a range of advice, assistance and research funding. To help you understand the complex requirements of the UK's Armed Forces, the Centre is hosting a programme of monthly Technology Seminars at its office at the Harwell Science & Innovation Campus. These seminars are an opportunity for industry, academia and innovators to meet with MOD experts and decision makers to understand the specific challenges and issues faced by our Armed Forces today and in the future. The details of the next seminar are below.  Held at the Centre for Defence Enterprise, Start Electron, Harwell Science & Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire. Speakers will highlight the many and varied challenges, opportunities and issues that face soldiers today as they operate in many different types of operation around the world. This subject covers a wide range of topics and will be of interest to a large spectrum of SMEs, academia and industries. Subjects include fuel cells, batteries, communication devices, body armour, clothing, personal equipment, physiological issues and human factors. Issues to discuss include:• reducing the load on the dismounted soldier• reducing the bulk on the dismounted soldier• physiological factors • personal mobility Attendees will also have an opportunity to experience at first hand the feel, touch and weight of some of the equipment used today. The seminar will provide networking opportunities both over lunch and in the open discussion forum. There will also be the opportunity to learn more about the Centre for Defence Enterprise and the Ministry of Defence. Registration for this seminar is FREE with lunch and refreshments provided. Spaces for this event are strictly limited, and reservations will be on a first come basis; early registration is advised. To reserve a place at this seminar please email Anne Norman, Operations Manager, Centre for Defence Enterprise at science@mod.uk by Monday 26th May 2008, or by phone 01235 438445. Joining instructions will be sent out on receipt of registration.Subjects proposed for the future seminars include Maritime Topics (26 June), Energy and non fossil fuels (24 July), Logistics (25 September) | Date: 29/05/2008 &news_uid=166 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=166 Story: Kings College University Tuesday 24 June 2008 10:00 – 17:00 The event will provide a showcase for developing Anglo-Chinese relationships in the field of Enterprise and Investment.  Kings College London Business Ltd is hosting the event on 24 June at their Waterloo Campus.  The event will help raise awareness of opportunities in both countries for business expansion and develop Anglo-Chinese relationships in the field of Enterprise and Investment. Aimed at entrepreneurs, investors, senior executives, scientists and business support groups. Programme includes: Company presentations for those seeking investment within the Anglo-Chinese market via the Oxfordshire Investment Opportunity Network Ltd (OION Ltd) one of the UKs leading Angel Investment Networks. A panel session to provide an insight into the opportunities and pitfalls in developing Anglo-Chinese partnerships. Process for securing industry partners Local legislation, what you should know Exploiting ideas, research and technology externally Latest technological trends and research activities A forum for attendees to talk to potential SME and large companies in a variety of sectors and technologies. A showcase for companies from China and the UK to discuss merits and opportunities for partnering or economic and trade cooperation including: Automotive Sector Alternative Medicine The final of the China-UK Entrepreneur Business Plan competition will present before a judging panel.  Finalists are from the following Universities: Tsinghua University of China Cambridge University Swansea University Imperial College London The following partners have collaborated with the IAS to bring you this event:Kings College London, Oxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION), Bank of China, UK Trade and Investment (UKTI), HI Network, China Innovation and Development Association UK (CIDAUK)and Chongquing City.  Please register your interest by downloading and completing the  fax-back form. For further information call 01865 811127 or email your enquiry. | Date: 24/06/2008 &news_uid=165 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=165 Story: The BERR Conference Centre, Victoria Street, London, SW1H 0ET This event is being organised to promote and stimulate Innovation and Enterprise in Diagnostic businesses. BackgroundRecent significant mergers and acquisitions have changed the future of the global diagnostics industry.  Have these changes signalled the start of the golden age for the sector?  Opportunities for personalized medicine, companion diagnostics, and combination with devices are just some of the fields of increasing activity.  Improvement in disease screening, prevention, detection, monitoring and management are all dependent on test provision being faster, cheaper and reliable.  How are companies embracing the changes?  Diagnostics 2008 will provide a unique opportunity for global leaders, SMEs and new technologies to share a platform and exchange experience.  Outline of the dayDiagnostics 2008 is being organised to catalyse Open Innovation in the UK’s diagnostic sector, widening the distribution of knowledge, by bringing together industry players, great and small, and generators of new tests and technologies. The morning session will focus on the background to the recent industry changes, support from government and examples of strategies employed by larger players in the field to embrace innovation and deliver new products to the market place. The afternoon session will give opportunities to recently formed companies and technologists to introduce their diagnostic propositions.  Added value for delegatesSome of the UK’s new and exciting companies developing or offering diagnostic products and platforms will present a 4 minute “Business Pitch” to the audience. In addition, a number of the latest innovations in diagnostics will be presented in “Innovation Pitches”. Who should attend?The content is targeted at CEOs, R&D and Business Development managers of companies engaged in the development and supply of diagnostic products and those targeted with identifying new business opportunities. HOW TO REGISTEREarly registration is recommended as demand for this event is expected to be high.  To register click here or download the Faxback form or  by email to events@iasse.co.uk Registration for members of BIVDA and DiagnOx is £100 (+VAT)Registration for non-members is £150 (+VAT) Registration closes Thursday 19th June.  Registrations are non-transferable after this date. Preliminary PROGRAMME 9.30   - 10.00am COFFEE & REGISTRATION 10.00 - 10.05 Welcome – Chair Dr Richard Barker, ABPI  10.05 - 10.40 2006/7 - The industry changes  Dr Larry McGrath, IVD News  10.35 – 10.50 The Ministerial Medical Technology Industry/Government Strategy update -  Kathryn Brown, Bioscience Unit, BERR 10.50 - 11.15 From Biomarker Discovery To Routine Clinical Diagnostic: A Success Story -  William Finch, MD, Oxford Bio-Innovation Ltd 11.20 - 11.40 COFFEE 11.40 - 12.10 Innovation in Philips:The Philips Technology Incubator model -   Glyn Colebrooke, Business Development Director. Personalised Healthcare, Philips Healthcare Incubator, 12.10 -12.45 Success through Partnership: The Axis –Shield/Abbott experience - Speaker tbc, Abbott Diagnostics 12.45 -1.45 LUNCH Afternoon Chair – Evan Davis Presenter, BBC’s Today; Dragon’s Den  1.45  - 2.45 10 X 4 min “Business Pitches” by start-up Diagnostic companies 2.45  - 3.05 TEA 3.05  - 4.05 10 X 4 min Diagnostic “Innovation Pitches” 4.05  - 4.30 Open forum 4.30 Close & Networking This event has been brought to by the IAS in collaboration with the following organisations DiagnOx offers services to the diagnostics industry to support all stages of technology transfer helping to successfully commercialise diagnostics research. BIVDA is the UK Trade Association for the in vitro diagnostics sector. BERR, the Department of Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, is the voice for business across Government, helping to ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world.  | Date: 26/06/2008 &news_uid=164 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=164 Story: Absolutely Offices, Chineham, Basingstoke, RG24 8AG There are five reasons that people negotiate poor deals: They don’t plan properlyThey don’t understand the decision making processThey believe things that are not trueThey make no effort to alter the balance of power until it is too lateThey don’t understand the rules of the game So if you want to know how you can recognise these traits in yourself - and more importantly what you can do about it - come along and listen to Steve Jones of Coaching UK Ltd. Steve is arguably the UK’s leading FMCG negotiation trainer and coach. He specialises in negotiation between sales and procurement in the Retail sector, with special focus being on wholesalers and large chain retailers. Steve works at all levels up to Chief Executive. The hard hitting lessons Steve shares are made enjoyable through his sense of humour and supportive style. Steve’s understanding of and practice in advanced change methods ensures that behaviour and capability changes last. Steve possesses the prized perspective of having worked directly in senior buying and selling roles in the FMCG sector, across a number of organizations and he currently coaches the commercial teams of the UKs leading retailers and manufacturers To register visit Click Here or email to info@thamesvalleyhub.co.uk | Date: 03/06/2008 &news_uid=161 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=161 Story: The 2008 eHampshire conference will take an in depth look at why location is becoming irrelevant and productivity is soaring as the technologies of your laptop, PDA and mobile phone are combining to become what is known as the 3 Screen World (3SW) The 2008 Conference features keynotes speakers and 3 Specialist Workshop sessions for SMEs, Retailers and the Public Sector For Further Information Click Here | Date: 21/05/2008 &news_uid=160 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=160 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThe want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right devlopment and support can make huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. For further information Click Here To register Click Here | Date: 03/06/2008 &news_uid=159 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=159 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. For further information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 04/06/2008 &news_uid=158 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=158 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverlookedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. For further Information Click Here To register Click Here | Date: 01/05/2008 &news_uid=156 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=156 Story: The Royal Society, 7 Carlton House Terrace, London. SW1Y 5AH R&D frequently requires collaboration between a number of organisations who may well be geographically seperated. Both formal and informal networks provide important frameworks for the exchange of knowledge and the identification of partners for collaboration in the innovation process. The UK is seen to have a global strength in the creation of networks - how can this be best used to the UK's advantage? This event will look at the importance of networks in R&D collaboration and innovation. Representatives of several different types of networks for R&D will discuss their experiences, with at least one-third of the event for audience discussion. The evening will then be concluded with a drinks reception to allow informal networking. For further information Click Here To Book your place Click Here | Date: 01/05/2008 &news_uid=155 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=155 Story: Contracts of employment are key to the legal relationship between the employer and its employees. More often than not this only becomes an issue when dispute arises. The Business Breakfast will discuss the following issues relating to contracts of employment: What are the minimum requirementsDealing with pay and benefitsTermination arrangementsHow to protect your business during and after employment This Business Breakfast will be given by William Downing of Manches LLP. For further information Click Here To register for the event Click Here | Date: 12/05/2008 &news_uid=154 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=154 Story: Sage, Winnersh. RG41 5RD Cost: £55 (+VAT) producing an effective, business plan is the first step to becoming 'Investment Ready'. Sounds easy but in practice many entrepreneurs fail to produce a well structured, clear and convincing business plan that stands out from the crowd and kindles the interest of a potential investor. This workshop will provide you with clear guidance on how to create an effective business plan that will appeal to potential investors, that is apprpriate to your business and to the type of funding you are looking to raise. The workshop will also discuss how to manage the relationship between new funders and existing management. The session is highly interactive with oppertunities to have your specific questions answered. The session is given by Russell Smith, entrepreneur, lecturer, author and founder of Business Boffins Ltd For Further Information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 29/04/2008 &news_uid=151 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=151 Story: The Electronics KTN introduces our  "Grand Challenge" Series of events. This series of five opens with this introductory event aimed at setting the stage and exposing the academic work already conducted in this area to mostly industrial commercial audience. This introductory event will be followed by a series of four one-day seminars/workshop sessions in which we will showcase academic research from around the UK and discuss ideas for further academic and industry-academic research. For further Information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 28/03/2008 &news_uid=150 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=150 Story: Location: Teddington The Defence Industrial Strategy outlines a number of key areas of technological needs that require location and timing technology solutions. To address these requirements and increase the pace of innovation in the field of Defence Science & Technology Laboratory and the Ministry of Defence AcquisitionOrganisation (RAO) are interested in engaging with SMEs and other new suppliers both directly and through the existing large defence contractors. The aim of the day is for attendees to understand the military requirements, identify solutions and initiate productive partnerships. Routes to fund technologies of interest to the MoD  will be also explained. Preliminary agenda ighlights available here | Date: 08/05/2008 &news_uid=148 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=148 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deplyed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profiability. For further information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 30/04/2008 &news_uid=147 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=147 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers of ten feel: Overworked IsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. For further information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 27/04/2008 &news_uid=146 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=146 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThe want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. For further information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 23/04/2008 &news_uid=145 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=145 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability. Click Here for further Information To register to attend this event Click Here | Date: 18/03/2008 &news_uid=144 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=144 Story: Many companies experience growing pains and senior management  often feel: OverworkedIsolatedThey want to delegate moreThey are facing performance issues with key staff The leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grow. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and profitability. For Further Information Click Here To book your Place Click Here | Date: 04/03/2008 &news_uid=143 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=143 Story: A Workshop to provide business linkage and added value to benefit innovative SME companies BAE Systems Electronics & Integrated Solutions (E&IS), working with the Innovation Advisory Service (IAS), is planning an Open Innovation Event seeking to identify mutually beneficial partnerships with small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to develop new and innovative technology solutions to add to BAE Systems E&IS future product offerings to the UK and overseas customers in both civil and defence markets. For further Event information Click Here BAE Systems E&IS platform solutions generates annual worldwide sales in excess of $1 billion. For further information Click Here. How do I apply Relevant companies are asked to apply for an invitation on-line by Clicking Here. This application is to include a 250 word overview of the company and offering including the following information: Company name, single point of contact, address, telephone numbers, email address, website. A brief overview of your company activity. Brief description of novel technology, product or service; notes regarding benefit/potential use by BAE Systems E&IS. Priority will be given to those companies offering the greatest potential benefit to E&IS Your application should be completed by the 31st March 2008. | Date: 30/04/2008 &news_uid=140 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=140 Story: Tuesday 4th March 2008, 8.30-10.00amHighfield Park, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire This Thames Valley Enterprise Hub business breakfast will discuss branding and the role it plays in successful businesses. You will learn the principle behind current brand development practice and how to reveal your brand values and the central idea of your business. The  presentation  will include case studies and examples. For more information Click Here To register for this event Click Here | Date: 04/03/2008 &news_uid=139 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=139 Story: The Centre for Evidence-based purchasing, part of the NHS Purchasing & Supply Agency, is hosting the above event to help those involved in in purchasing and commissioning healthcare equipment, technologies and services examines the benefit of adopting  new innovations. There will be representatives from many of the organisations that comprise the Innovation landscape and a chance to join with our own version of "speed dating" to help understand how each organisation can help you to achieve patient care improvements with the use of new technologies. For further information and to register for a place at the event Click Here Please note that place are limited, so book now to secure a place. | Date: 05/03/2008 &news_uid=137 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=137 Story: For more details Click Here | Date: 11/03/2008 &news_uid=136 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=136 Story: OPEN INNOVATION is a concept that in recent years has come to the forefront of innovation management. Different names are used to describe it (Procter & Gamble, its highest-profile user, call their programme ‘Connect and Develop’), but Henry Chesbrough first coined the term in his seminal book Open Innovation (Harvard Business School Press, 2003). Chesbrough’s innovation was to create a common language for people and companies to describe to the world and each other what they do, and this has enabled them to examine and implement ideas much more quickly and coherently. The concept of Open Innovation is that by looking outside their own boundaries, companies can gain better access to ideas, knowledge, technology and markets than would be the case if they relied solely on their own resources – a relatively uncomplicated theory which many people dismiss as being too simple or merely describing what they have been doing for years. For the past two years, the Innovation Advisory Service for the South East of England has helped numerous companies to use Open Innovation to their advantage. Now there is an opportunity for companies to learn from this experience. On Thursday 20 March the Innovation Advisory Service South East is hosting a National Conference on Open Innovation in Practice at The Royal Society in London, where delegates will have the opportunity to hear from companies, both large and small, about how different elements of the Open Innovation model have worked for them.  The key note speeches will be given by:  Â·   Jim Ironside, Chief Scientist, General Dynamics UK Ltd  Â·   Dr Allyson Reed, Director of Strategy & Communications at the Technology  Strategy Board  Â·   Dr Treve Willis, Project Director, Innovation Advisory Service South East  Â·   Greg Ward, Director, Global Markets, South East England Development Agency Other presenters will include senior representatives from global firms such as, 3M United Kingdom Plc; Philips Personalized Healthcare; Thales Research and Technology and Balfour Beatty; and from growing innovative companies such as, Lein Applied Diagnostics; Jack Knight Designs Ltd and Wines Medical .  Programme:  9.00 – 9.45                  Registration and networking  10.00 – 11.30              Keynote speakers  11.30 – 12.00              Refreshments  12.00 – 13.00              Presentations from growing innovative companies  13.00 – 14.00              Lunch and further networking  14.00 – 15.30              Presentations from global firms  15.30 – 16.00              Q&A Panel  16.00 – 16.30              Further networking and refreshments Delegates will also benefit from excellent networking opportunities throughout the day and the team of Innovation and Leadership Advisors will be on hand. Registration is essential and closes on 14th March. This event is for the benefit of innovative technology organisations and strategic policymakers and a waiting list will operate for representatives from business support programmes and professional services. There is no charge to attend this event, however by registering you agree to pay £75 to cover the costs if you do not give us 48 hours written notice of cancellation to events@iasse.co.uk. Click Here for Further Details | Date: 20/03/2008 &news_uid=135 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=135 Story: Now in its 6th year, the Embedded Masterclass has become an important event in the UK's Embedded System calender. With its focus on leading edge embedded technology and tools, the embedded Masterclass has gained reputation for being 'usefual and informative', a chance to meet with vendors and engineers in  non sales environment and a chance to listen to technical presentations from key industry leaders. For further information Click Here | Date: 08/05/2008 &news_uid=134 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=134 Story: Oppertunity to gain an overview of the AID business, but more importantly a practical guide on what you can doto identify, quality and successfully tender for aid-funded business. For further information Click Here | Date: 29/01/2008 &news_uid=133 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=133 Story: India is emerging as the alternative destination to china for contract manufacturing, meeting the requirements of multinational companies worldwide. Government initiatives to encourage foriegn direct investments into India provide the right climate for equity participation in India. UK Trade & Investment are organising a mission to introduce you to a number of major Indian Healthcare companies and hospital groups in Chennai and Mumbai. For further information Click Here | Date: 03/03/2008 &news_uid=132 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=132 Story: Japan is the worlds largest second largest market for haelthcare and medical products. Imports account for nearly 50 per cent of the market. Uk Trade & Investment is organizing the 6th Healthcare Trade Mission to Japan in March 2008. The British Embassy in Tokyo and the Consulate-General in Osaka ill be working closely with the mission organizers to create a programme that will add real value to companies coming to Japan with the mission. For further information Click Here | Date: 10/03/2008 &news_uid=131 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=131 Story: Tuesday 5th February, 08:30 - 10:00am Sage, Sage House, Wharfedale Road, Winnersh, Wokingham, RG41 5RD The CompaniesAct 2006 is the biggest change to Company Legislatiojn for over 30 years. No business will be unaffected by the changes in this Act which will affect directors, shareholders, company constitution and administration. For this Business Breakfast we are delighted to welcome back Robert Bond of Speechly Bircham LLP who will discuss the main changes required by the Act, the timetable for implementation and the influence on your business and your role as a Director. Click Here to register for this event. | Date: 05/02/2008 &news_uid=130 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=130 Story: Location:  Science Oxford, 1 - 5 London Place, Oxford. OX4 1BD Date: Tuesday 29th January '08        Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Click Here for Directions The Innovation Advisory Service together with the Oxford Enterprise Hub will be running a full day workshop aimed at helping delegates gain a better understanding of what funds they should consider applying for and how to do this successfully. The day's programme will include: - Navigating the Funding Landscape - Funding your R&D Project - EC Framework - R&D Tax Credits - UK Collaborative Programmes - Investment Networks and Business Angels - The South East Funding Escalator For further information Click Here To book your place please e-mail your name, position and company details to events@iasse.co.uk. Please include details of the event you wish to attend. Whilst attendance is free we will levy a charge of £15 for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event date. | Date: 29/01/2008 &news_uid=129 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=129 Story: The Innovation Advisory Service together with Marine Southeast and the Southampton Enterprise Hub will be running a full day funding workshop at the Southampton Science Park. The aim of the workshop is to help delegates gain a better understanding of what funds they should consider applying for and how to do this successfully. The day's programme will include: - Navigating the Funding Landscape - Funding your R&D Project - EC Framework - R&D Tax Credits - UK Collaborative Programmes - Investment Networks and Business Angels - The South East Funding Escalator To book your place please email your name, position, and company details to events@iasse.co.uk. Please include details of the event you with to attend. Whilst attendance is free we will levy a charge of £15 for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event date. For further information Click here For directions Click here  | Date: 06/02/2008 &news_uid=128 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=128 Story: Location: 200 Brook Drive, Green Park, Reading. Many business plans state that the owners are looking to sell in three years but few really think about what this means until the time draws near. Building a saleable business is not something that happens overnight and it is never too early to start implementing the processses that will ensure that when you come to sell you have an attractive business at maximum value. The Breakfast Seminar will give business owners a better understanding of the financial, operational and marketing steps thay can take now to maximise value as well as giving tips around the actual business sale process. Topics will include: Why do you want to sell when youi do?What will your business look like when you sellSteps to increase business valueAppraisal of business prioritiesHow to make the business attractive approaching sale.The Sale Proces The seminar will be give by Trevor Wilson, co-founder of the FD Group and Peter Clarke, a Thames Valley entrepreneur who will share his personal experiences of preparing his business for sale. Come along to this Breakfast Seminar to ensure that you start the New Year with a plan to maximise the value and saleability of your business! For further information Click Here To Register for this event Click Here | Date: 04/12/2007 &news_uid=127 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=127 Story: The Innovation Advisory Service in conjunction with SEHTA and the Solent and IOW Enterprise Hubs will be running a full day workshop, to take place at the Portsmouth Technopole, aimed at helping delegates gain a better understanding of what funds they should consider applying for and how to do this successfully. The day's programme will include: Navigating the Funding Landscape Funding your R&D Project EC Framework R&D Tax Credits UK Collaborative Programmes Investment Networks and Business Angels The South East Funding Escalator - regional funds available for your business To book a place please e-mail your name, position and company details to events@iasse.co.uk. Please include details of the event you wish to attend. Whilst attendance is free we will levy a charge of £15 for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event date. For further information click here For directions click here | Date: 24/01/2008 &news_uid=125 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=125 Story: This one day event will examine a wide spectrum of new scientific developments taking place in the fight against crime. The latest discoveries and advances will be discussed, from anti-terrorism laser technology with the potential to revolutionise airport security to the latest research discoveries in nanoforensics. You can register online at https://www.nano.org.uk/payments | Date: 18/01/2008 &news_uid=121 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=121 Story: Cavendish Conference Centre, London A one-day networking event, with guest speakers including representatives from: IBM, Virgin Media, Orange France Telecom, Siemens AG and O2 Group, among others. To read the programme click here, or email s.ohene@LTNetwork.org. | Date: 05/12/2007 &news_uid=120 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=120 Story: Location: Leatherhead, Surrey Date: 29th November Time: 10:30 - 14:00 Perhaps you thought that the Wellcome Trust only funded blue skies research.Well this meeting will set the record straight by profiling their 'Translation Awards' These awards fund applied research projects in; Diagnostics, Enabling technologies, Medical devices, Regenerative medicine, Therapeutics, and Vaccines. Companies, universities and other research institutions are eligible.Come and hear the man behind the awards, Dr Richard Seabrook, Head of Business Development in the Technology Transfer Team at the Wellcome trust highlight what the awards are all about and how you can access the funds. For further information on these awards please view the PDF below. Provisional programme: 10.30 - 11.00 Register, Coffee 11.00 - 11.15 Introduction to SEHTA - Dr David Parry (CEO) 11.15 - 11.45 Mind to Market - Dr Richard Seabrook, Wellcome Trust 11.45 - 12.30 Discussion and Questions 12.30 - 2.00 Lunch and networking To register for this free event please contact Claire Ansett at claire.ansett@sehta.co.uk Numbers are restricted so please register early. Please note the event is for SEHTA members only. Membership is free for most people -join on line at www.sehta.co.uk For further Event Information Click Here | Date: 19/10/2007 &news_uid=119 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=119 Story: We are pleased to announce that we will be holding a Defence Research Suppliers Briefing Day on Tuesday 13 November 2007 at Olympia Conference Centre, London  This will provide an overview of opportunities in the MoD non-nuclear research programme and an occasion to network with other suppliers. For further detail Click Here Registration for this event is only through electronic booking Click Here to Book your place This event is aimed at commercial, industrial and academic organisations with a UK based research presence who are already or are potentially research suppliers to the Ministry of Defence. The MoD does not charge for admission to this event.   Registration is currently scheduled to close on Friday 9 November.   All queries or requests for information should be sent to science@mod.uk | Date: 13/11/2007 &news_uid=116 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=116 Story: Location: The IET, Savoy Place, London. UK Time: 08:30 - 18:00 The 2nd Autonomous Systems Seminar will focus on the declining dependence on the human operator to achieve the complex properties and adaptable behaviour patterns necessary to meet demanding operational situations. For further information Click Here | Date: 23/11/2007 &news_uid=115 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=115 Story: Location: Whitehall, LondonThe underwater battlespace provides unique options for delivering military effect in support of defence policy. This conference will examine, in an international context, the operational importance of the underwater battlespace, future capability requirements, and technologies and industry infrastructures which will meet these requirements. It will assess how these factors come together to enhance the delivery of military effect in and from the underwater environment in support of policy. It will provide, also, an opportunity for the international submarine community and associates to come together to debate pertinent issues and to promote new thinking in a large-scale public forum. For further Information Click Here To register for this Event Click Here | Date: 12/11/2007 &news_uid=114 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=114 Story: Location: Marriot Royal Hotel, College Green. Bristol Time: 9:30 - 17:00 AE Systems, EADS, Flight Refueling, QinetiQ, Rolls-Royce and Thales, along with autonomous systems specialist Agent Oriented Software and many of the brightest academic minds, are partners in the ASTRAEA programme, backed by Government at national and regional level. Find out what they have achieved and what the future has in store at the ASTRAEA national conference in Bristol on 17 October 2007. The conference is being hosted by the South West of England Regional Development Agency, one of the partners in the programme. For further Information Click Here For booking form Click Here | Date: 17/10/2007 &news_uid=113 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=113 Story: The future of location and timing systems - Affecting the way we live, work and travel. Location: FAC Offices, Silver Building, Farnborough Airport, Hampshire GU14 6XATime: 9:30 - 16:15 The event “The future of location and timing systems - Affecting the way we live, work and travel “ takes an overview of key positioning technologies with reference to GPS, Galileo, RFID and Loran and of practical applications and issues including Road Charging, Location Based Services, Security,Timing and Synchronisation.The seminar then moves on to examine a number of key areas in greater depth including Air Traffic Management from Helios and Developments in Mapping from Ordnance Survey.After a networking buffet lunch, delegates will get presentations from Southampton University covering transport research themes and from industry speakers from Astrium, SSTL and Thales covering aspects of Galileo, space borne location systems and Military ISTAR.Speakers from SEEDA and LT KTN will address issues of support for R&D and SME Development. For Further information on this Event Click Here | Date: 09/10/2007 &news_uid=111 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=111 Story: At this Horizon Seminar, leading experts will describe their ground-breaking research in energy use in built environments, clean and efficient urban transport and renewable energy generation in cities. Confirmed speakers include: Professor Peter Guthrie, Department of Engineering Professor Marcial Echenique, Department of Architecture Professor Gehan Amaratunga, Department of Engineering For furtherr information Click Here | Date: 10/10/2007 &news_uid=110 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=110 Story: How important is R&D?David Edgerton, Hans Rausing Professor at the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine, Imperial College LondonTuesday 30 October 2007, 6.30pmThe Royal Society, 7 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AH For Further information CLick Here One of the great problems we have with science and technology is that elite discussion (let alone public understanding) is based on sometimes dubious assumptions rather than on the basis of evidence. A good example is the underlying assumption that national R&D spending correlates with national rates of economic growth. It does not, as I will show. But this is not an argument for the unimportance of R&D. Rather it suggests that R&D must be thought about in less nationalistic ways, for which there are other compelling reasons. Avoiding the naïve economics of R&D is essential to good policies for R&D. At the same time we need to recognise more clearly that doing R&D is far from the only way of changing either the world, or the performance of the British economy. David Edgerton was the founding director of the Centre for the History of Science, Technology and Medicine at Imperial College London, where he is now Hans Rausing Professor. One of Britain's leading historians, he has challenged conventional analyses of science and technology for 20 years. He is the author of, among other works, The Shock of the Old: technology and global history since 1900, Science, Technology and the British Industrial 'Decline', 1870-1970 (Cambridge, 1996), and Warfare State: Britain 1920-1970, and writes for publications including Prospect, the London Review of Books, Nature, Times Higher Education Supplement, and the Guardian. He currently holds a Major Research Fellowship from the Leverhulme Trust. Timing:6.00pm: Doors open for registration and coffee6.30pm: Meeting commences 8.00pm: Drinks reception Booking:  Click Here to book a place The meeting fee is £20 for R&D Society members and £40 for non-members, including refreshments and wine reception. | Date: 30/10/2007 &news_uid=108 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=108 Story: At BCS, First Floor, Davison Building, 5 Southampton Row, London WC2E 7HA(Click Here for Directions). Refreshments available from 17:30 Seminar to start at 18:00This seminar aims to introduce a successful model of care management service with a capacity to offer telehealth and telecare components selectively for a number of its users. This supports the argument that telehealth and telecare can penetrate the UK healthcare system through Long-Term Condition delivery systems such as disease management and care management programmes. For further inforfmation Click Here | Date: 16/10/2007 &news_uid=107 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=107 Story: Date:    Tuesday 6th November 2007Time:   8.30am Â– 10.15amPlace:   Wokefield Park, Mortimer, Berkshire (Click Here for directions) This Breakfast Seminar will ensure that you get the answers you need to improve your sales! Corporate sales coach Antonio Falco will answer the questions you bring to the meeting.  Typical questions may include: ·         Who’s likely to buy what you have got? ·         How do you make contact? ·         Cold calling? Do we have to - why and how? ·         Handling a sales appointment - how do you prepare? ·         What's the objective? ·         What are the key elements of the appointment cycle to help maximise the success of the meeting? ·         Do you need salespeople? ·         How do you successfully manage salespeople? ·         What do you need to do to get more business? This event is your opportunity to get the answers relevant to your business For further information on this event visit www.thamesvalleyhub.co.uk To register for this event Click Here | Date: 06/11/2007 &news_uid=105 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=105 Story: Due to popular demand, this workshop first presented in May & July 2006 will be re-run. In partnership with the IAS, DiagnOx offers a toolkit for claims support and other validation issues. For further information please click here. | Date: 31/10/2007 &news_uid=104 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=104 Story: Leading and Building the Business Tuesday 25th September 2007 Hayley Conference Centre, Wotton House, Guildford Road, Dorking, Surrey. RH5 6HS Many companies experience growing pains and senior managers often feel:· Overworked· Isolated· They want to delegate more· They are facing performance issues with key staffThe leadership challenge changes and expands as the business grows. We believe that the right development and support can make a huge difference to tackling issues like these. New skills and behaviours can be learnt and deployed; resulting in sustainable growth and improved profitability.This leadership seminar, delivered by the Leadership for Global Competitiveness programme, is a highly interactive seminar for directors and key managers. Topics covered:· The Impact of your leadership style on the business· Some hints and tips for instant action· Network and share challenges and ideas with like-minded people· Identify your leadership development needs· Take advantage of on-going support If you are interested in exploring the issues further within your professional development plan, you will have an opportunity to receive 5 days professional consultancy, free of charge with a leadership specialist fromthe Leadership for Global Competitiveness programme.You may also be eligible for a £1000 grant towards leadership development solutions identified. To Book your Place:E-mail your name, company position and contact details to events@iasse.co.uk. This event is Free and refreshments will be provided For further information on this this event, Click Here | Date: 25/09/2007 &news_uid=103 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=103 Story: Managing Innovation - Optimising the Power of New Ideas Wednesday 7th November and Thursday 8th November Venue: TBC In this two-day programme, participants will come to see the management ofinnovation as a powerful and practical way to create value by selecting andexploiting the best new ideas —both for improvement and for radical change inproducts, processes, positioning, or paradigm. Participants will learn to incorporate innovation management skills and processes into their jobs by absorbing the results of research on exceptionally innovative organisations; they will put that knowledge to work through structured activities, cases, and skill practice. They will simulate an “innovation journey” and will practice many of the skills and tools used by the most successful innovation managers. During the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to assess their own skills and the culture, structure, and processes relating to innovation in their organisation, comparing them to the best practices of benchmarked organisations. Participants will create a plan to move their own skills forward and to create a more innovationsupportive structure and culture within their organisations and teams. Who Should Participate?Managers who see fostering innovation as a part of their role, individual contributors whose work involves facilitating innovation, and senior managers who lead or sponsor innovation as part of their responsibilities. For Further information on this workshop Please Click Here To book a place for this event contact Samantha Cochrane on Tel:01273 877980   Email: s.l.cochrane@brighton.ac.uk | Date: 07/11/2007 &news_uid=97 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=97 Story: The Innovation Advisory Service are delighted to invite ambitious SMEs to their Open Innovation workshop on Tuesday 9th October, hosted by Oracle in Reading.   A full day event involving presentations, networking and planning activities has been developed to ensure delegates make the most of the day. The agenda will include the following topics: Why large corporates engage in Open Innovation Open Innovation impact on SMEs How to play in an Open Innovation Environment Open Innovation Milestone Plan activity Open discussion Networking opportunities A copy of the presentation and an Innovation Toolkit will be provided to each delegate. If you would like to register for this event please e-mail your details to events@iasse.co.uk. Whilst this event is free of charge to attend we will levy a charge of £15 for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event date. For further information on this event Click Here | Date: 09/10/2007 &news_uid=96 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=96 Story: The Innovation Advisory Service in conjunction with VT Group, Marine South East and the Electronics KTN will be running a full day Open Innovation workshop aimed primarily at technology companies in the marine sector. The day's programme will include: Innovation Case Studies Keynote speeches from VT Group, Marine South East and the IAS Tour of VT Shipyard Networking opportunities For further Information Click Here To book a place please e-mail your name, position and company details to events@iasse.co.uk. by Friday 30th May. There is no charge to attend this event, but please be courteous and give at least 72 hours written notice for cancellation to events@iasse.co.uk. | Date: 16/06/2008 &news_uid=95 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=95 Story: General Dynamics UK Mission Systems, in partnership with SEEDA’s Innovation Advisory Service, is seeking partnerships with small to medium sized technology businesses (SMEs) to develop new and innovative solutions to access the UK and export defence systems markets. As an established provider of Information and Airborne solutions for military use, General Dynamics Mission Systems is well placed to integrate systems solutions, provide business linkage and added value to benefit the innovative SME and the military user. The Innovation Event will be held in early October.  Selected SMEs will hear a strategic view of the future defence market and how General Dynamics can work with SMEs to provide innovative elements of future systems.. There will be an opportunity to meet senior managers and directors of General Dynamics UK, and have private business concept discussions on technologies with potential solutions for General Dynamics customer needs. Selected companies will receive an invitation to the event by mid September. Priority will be given to companies able to offer innovative UK solutions to our military customers’ key interest areas of sensing, information creation, information processing, decision advice, security, and communications over mixed bandwidth media. Application Process.Interested companies are invited to apply now with brief outline of their proposed technology or service. The outline should contain: Name of Company and point of contact Up to 250 word outline of areas of expertise and innovation, and their match to General Dynamics UK’s business interests (summarised above). The application should be emailed to info@iasse.co.uk for the attention of Richard Hall, IAS Advisor (0800 288 8807) Read more about General Dynamics. Click here to download this information | Date: 04/10/2007 &news_uid=94 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=94 Story: New Delelopments in Anti-Psychotic Thursday 11th October 18:00 - 21:00 This meeting will feature presentations from the University of Reading, Bristol-Myers Squibb and Broadmoor Hospital. To register for the event go to www.tvlsn.org | Date: 11/10/2007 &news_uid=93 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=93 Story: Maximising R&D TAx Credits - Sash Burn Control Tuesday 18th September - Lunchtime Milton Park , Abingdon, Oxfordshire Sponsored and hosted by RDP Associates, this lunchtime seminar will help you establish if you are eligible to claim R&D tax credits on your research and development spend and tell you how to do it. UNtil April 2008 you are able to claim on the last six years of R&D spend - don't miss the boat! This seminar will be held in conjunction with Oxfrodshire Bioscience Network. To register for this event please go to www.tvlsn.org | Date: 18/09/2007 &news_uid=92 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=92 Story: The Future for Microarrays SAS, Marlow17:00 - 21:00 This meating featuring presentations from SAS, MRC HArwell and Oxford Gene Technology will look at future applications for microarrays in toxicogenomics and dagnostic testing and will also bring us up todate on findings of the FDA's Microarray Quality Contrfol Consortuim and its impact on the technology. Please join us at SAS's beautifu site for a BBQ supper overlooking the Thames. Thanks for SAS for sponsorship of the event. To register for this event please go to www.tvlsn.org | Date: 06/09/2007 &news_uid=90 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=90 Story: SEEDA is organising its first ever South East Business Awards to take place on 6th March 2008 at Ascot Racecourse. The awards will recognise and celebrate entrepreneurs, companies and organisations that are enterprising, innovative, and making an outstanding contribution to the region. The awards will aim to recognise the achievements of businesses in the South East which have excelled in two or more areas of the RES.  The objectives are to: * recognise the outstanding businesses in the region * showcase excellence and best practice, linked to the RES themes * facilitate peer-to-peer learning * illustrate what SEEDA does to help business Applications will be sought from 5th September '07 for the following award categories: * UKTI International Award * Innovation & Creativity Award * Manufacturing Award * Business Growth Award * Young Entrepreneur Award * Environment Award * Corporate Social Responsibility Award * Excellence in Skills & Development Award For more information visit the SEEDA website click here | Date: 03/08/2007 &news_uid=84 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=84 Story: The Materials KTN is delighted to announce it's first in a series of Technology Sprints to be hosted at the  Innovation Technology Centre, Advanced Manufacturing Park, Catcliffe, Sheffield, S60 5WG 0114 254 1200 20 minutes with buffet lunch: 13.10 - 13.30 "Metal injection moulding", Ian Todd, University of Sheffield - Thursday 21 June"Innovative metal joining by friction stir welding", Mark Roughsedge, TWI - Wednesday 27 June"IR analysis & mapping surfaces", Chris Sammon, MERI - Thursday 5 July"3-D printing & visualisation", Tom Fripp, Fripp Design - Friday 13 July"Direct metal deposition - rapid manufacturing", TBC, TWI - Thursday 19 July"Diversion from landfill to reduce carbon footprint", Will Power & Peter Flanagan, ITI Energy - Thursday 26 July No registration required - just turn up on the day | Date: 21/06/2007 &news_uid=80 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=80 Story: This evening event is being hosted by INEX, Newcastle University and is funded by the European Commission 6th Framework Program The event will be held on: Tuesday 5 June, from 5-8pm at Research Beehive Newcastle University This event presents a chance to the wider Healthcare community to network and explore opportunities with the technology providers and to learn about the innovative medical devices under development. To find out more about this project visit www.healthyaims.org To register for the event visit http://inexinfo.ncl.ac.uk/healthyaims | Date: 05/06/2007 &news_uid=79 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=79 Story: This event is most likely to be of interest to companies involved in civil engineering and in specialist mechanical engineering. The prime aim of this event is to inform UK companies of some of the procurement opportunities that will be appearing in the next 1-2 years from the The European Domestic Agency in Barcelona and also from the ITER Joint Work Site in Cadarache, France. This year's event will be focusing on companies which have the appropriate skills and expertise to meet the requirements of those work packages that will be procured in the next 1-2 years. Major  items that are likely to be procured will be:  Civil Engineering, Magnets, Vacuum Vessel and Technical support in areas such as Architect Engineer. One aim will be to highlight some of the subcontracting opportunities that may beavailable from Tier 1 suppliers. We will also be presenting challenging mechanical engineering opportunities for UK companies in ITER projects that Culham expects to lead. The main part of the event will be held between 14:00 & 17:30 hours, but if any delegates would like to see the two fusion programmes at Culham there will be tours of JET & MAST in the morning between 10:00-12:00 and also later in the afternoon between 17:30 - 19:00. Also, on the same day, we will be hosting the annual Technology and Innovation Exhibition, with over 40 exhibitors, which will be open between 09:30 & 15:30 hours. Delegates will have the opportunity to visit during lunch from 12.00 to 2.00 prior to the start of the main part of the event. If you plan to attend the ITER event then please pencil this date in your diary and send an email to janet.browning@ukaea.org.uk  to confirm your intention. They will also send you further information once the event programme is finalised. | Date: 28/06/2007 &news_uid=77 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=77 Story: Tuesday 19 June 2007, 12.30 - 16.15  Institute of Physics, 76 Portland Place, London W1B 1NT Organisational culture has been identified as a key factor in why women do not progress in Science, Engineering & Technology careers. Understanding culture – particularly its effect on women, has the potential to make a significant positive impact in terms of an organisation’s ability to recruit and retain the best talent. This event outlines the tools available for organisations to assess its culture and will show how they can start to implement change by engaging leaders as well as prioritising on the ground activities.  Industry case studies will be presented.  Speakers include Catherine Hamilton, Inclusion & Diversity Manager, National Grid and Karen Brown, Diversity Director, Rolls Royce. Download flyer. | Date: 19/06/2007 &news_uid=68 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=68 Story: BioDundee International Conference  Thursday 7 June 2007 and Friday 8 June 2007 Sponsored by the Division of Pathway Medicine WHAT IS IT? This Partnering event at this year’s BioDundee International Conference is your opportunity to meet, in pre arranged face-to-face meetings, with innovative Life Science organisations from around the globe seeking to collaborate to mutual commercial benefit. WHY TAKE PART? Last year’s inaugural 2006 partnering event attracted over 150 participants, representing 16 nations, including several major pharmaceutical companies and an impressive cross-section of the flourishing Scottish Life Science sector.  Approx 450 meetings took place (more information on last year’s event may be found at www.biodundee.ircnet.lu). The 2007 event looks to build on last year’s event offering a FREE platform to discuss international technology and knowledge cooperation. WHO SHOULD TAKE PART? This unique opportunity is open to organisations from all life sciences sectors.  If you are seeking to out-license technology, are interested in new R&D or technical co-operation(s), would like to source new products, services or suppliers. Scotland partnering event is not to be missed.   WHEN IS IT AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? The partnering event will take place on Friday 8th June 2007 at the Apex Hotel COMPLEMENTARY EVENT- 7th BIODUNDEE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2007  The BioDundee International Conference continually attracts over 200 delegates from the local, national and international life sciences scene. This year's conference will look at the life sciences regulatory environment and ethical issues. It will also focus on routes to market - concentrating specifically on knowledge transfer, collaboration with big pharma as well as in/out-licensing. REGISTRATION Registration for the partnering event is open at www.biodundee2007.ircnet.lu Registration for the conference is separate (fee attached) at http://www.biodundee.co.uk Companies do not need to register for the conference to participate in the partnering event; however participants will find both events to be complementary. For Further Information see www.biodundee2007.ircnet.lu or Contact: | Date: 08/06/2007 &news_uid=60 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=60 Story: On 16 - 17 May The Royal Society, Carlton House Terrace, London Themes Include: Hazardous Chemical Substitution, Resource Minimisation, Reversing Pollution and Carbon Emission Reduction Nanotechnology is the basis of many new products and processes that can reduce pollution, minimise use of scarce resources (including energy) and offer substitutes for several hazardous chemicals. Applications already in the market include catalysts that prevent toxic chemicals from being released into the environment, textile finishes that minimise the need for washing and reduce the transmission of disease, low - toxicity coatings that prevent biofouling, biocidal coatings that reduce the incidence and transmission of MRSA and other diseases, and new generation flame retardants that are much more environmentally friendly. Professor Sir Howard Dalton, Chief Scientific Advisor to Defra, will speak on day 2 on ' Environmentally Beneficial Nanotechnologies: Barriers and Opportunities', presenting the results of a recent Defra study into the potential environmental benefits of nanotechnologies. Conference Presentations include: * Prof Peter Dobson, University of Oxford - Reducing our Carbon Footprint: Can Nanotechnology provide Solutions? * Sandy Black, LCF - Nanotechnology - More Fashion, Less Waste * Prof Dr Michael Veith, CEO, INH GmbH, Saarbrucken - nanotechnology and Environmentally-Friendly Paints, Sealants and Corrosion Protection *Dr John de Mello, Imperial College and Molecular Vision Ltd - Fighting Climate Change through Plastic Electronics * Christopher Bunting, General Secretary, IRGC - Nanotechnology - Controlling the Risks, Reaping the Benefits This event will examine these and other technologies that offer real environmental benefit, and will also review the findings of the recently published STOA report on the Role of Nanotechnology in Chemical Substitution. For enquiries, contact: Carrie.Smith@nano.org.uk Tel: 01786 447520 | Date: 16/12/2007 &news_uid=57 http://www.iasse.co.uk/index.php?id=53&uid=57 Story: The Innovation Advisory Service South East (IASSE), the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the Centre of Excellence in Metrology for Micro and Nano Technologies (CEMMNT) are hosting this one-day meeting, which will be of benefit to both large and small companies involved with micro and nano technologies and all related sectors. Held at National Physical Laboratory, Teddington from 10am until 3pm. Micro and Nano technologies (MNT) are enabling and accelerating new products and processes in almost every industrial sector. This event aims to provide an insight into the drivers that will accelerate innovation. Attendees will have the opportunity to Learn how the application of micro and nanotechnologies can accelerate new products and processes in their sector Discover European Union MNT initiatives and how to successfully obtain funding. Access the capabilities of SMEs and multi-national organisations Understand and overcome challenges and barriers to innovation Partake in free confidential problem solving surgeries with leading UK technical experts including IAS, NPL, Qinetiq, BAE Systems, Coventor & Taylor Hobson and part fund development projects through NPL schemes Presentations will highlight the latest technology developments and applications. A discussion forum will identify key barriers for innovation and determine how these can be overcome. Guidance will be provided on regional, national and European funding initiatives and how to successfully leverage funding for collaborative projects. Surgeries offer the opportunity for delegates to receive free problem solving advice from NPL and CEMMNT. Networking and establishing partnerships will form an integral part of the day. To register for this free event please e-mail your name, position and company details to events@iasse.co.uk. To download a copy of the event flyer please click here For NPL Site Map Click Here Registration is essential as lunch and refreshments are provided and a non-attendance fee of £50 will be charged if 48 hours notice of cancellation is not given. | Date: 26/09/2007