Advanced Oxford

A great event tonight organised by our members The Oxford Trust and Oxford Innovation. A prelude to the launch of investment green paper later this month…

SOFEA, an organisation supporting young people aged 14-25 who have found traditional education challenging, is set to launch a pioneering materials science lab at its Didcot headquarters. The project aims to ignite a passion for science among local youth and open doors to employment opportunities with companies at Milton Park (Oxfordshire) and Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. The lab, which is part of SOFEA's broader Powerhouse Pathway programme, will provide hands-on learning experiences and practical training for students. With an emphasis on materials science, the initiative seeks to build a bridge between education and employment by preparing young people for apprenticeships and entry-level roles in the thriving science and engineering sectors nearby. Read the story here- https://lnkd.in/eVhbRdJz

Advanced Oxford has published its latest research report - Gender Inclusivity - A Catalyst for Innovation. The culmination of a 3 year PhD project by our fantastic colleague, Hannah Isabelle T., under the expert supervision of Anne Laure Humbert, Charikleia (Charoula) Tzanakou (updated account), the idea for the project started with a conversation with Simonetta Manfredi at Oxford Brookes University, Oxford Brookes Business School. The report makes the argument for a focus on gender-inclusion in science and technology companies. The report uncovers how many companies operate under a ‘gender-neutral facade,’ masking non-inclusive practices that hinder innovation.    Creating an environment where all genders can contribute equally is crucial to staying competitive in today’s market. It is not just about numbers. We know that the absolute numbers of women in science companies, whether as founders, leaders, or as part of the workforce is not where we want and need it to be. Yet, there is still much more that can be done and it is about creating a culture, practices, policies and structures that support and encourage inclusion and participation. This is not only a PhD thesis, not just an academically rigorous piece of research. The report has been written with business as an audience. It contains recommendations and is accompanied by guidance and tools to help companies address some of the key issues, all available on our website. Please do take a look, and if you have suggestions for ways in which we can add to the materials, let us know. The report, guidance and toolkit can be found here: https://lnkd.in/evi7kHC8 #GenderInclusivity #Innovation #DiversityInTech #BusinessGrowth

The STFC have launched the Cross Cluster Proof of Concept Call. They are offering businesses the opportunity to apply for up to £45k of grant funding for collaborative projects for the Cross Cluster Proof of Concept 2024- the closing date is 16 October 2024. Hear how you can participate and benefit from this year's call in a webinar on the 18 September 2024, 11.00am -12.30pm.  You’ll hear from some of the innovative businesses that received a grant under the Cross-Cluster Proof of Concept in 2023. The event will also provide the opportunity to discuss good practice and ask any further questions you may have in a Q&A at the end of the event. Reserve a spot on the webinar here- https://lnkd.in/e3fxbwqY For more information visit- https://lnkd.in/e9nwhput

 💻⌚🔗https://lnkd.in/ga7dJYFg Join us for a live webinar tomorrow (Tuesday) with Dr. Lennard Lee- DPhil, FRCP to learn more about his Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford project into the future of clinical trials!    Graduate Ellison Scholars will work on pioneering projects at EIT Oxford while receiving a DPhil scholarship at the University of Oxford.  This project will look to develop a cloud-based trials platform that will substantially reduce the time and cost of testing and approving new drugs, therapeutics and technologies, and permit “forever trials”- the continued monitoring of patient outcomes after regulatory approval. Interested in applying? We have webinars for many of the 20 EIT Oxford projects available to graduate Ellison Scholars – you can watch recordings as you start your application.  🗓️ Graduate scholarship application deadline: September 30, 2024.  Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/giW7YsNV #EllisonScholarship #GraduateProgramme #Oxford #PhD #DPhil #ScholarshipOpportunities #ApplicationsOpen #FutureOfHealthcare

Bidwells are undertaking a research project to better understand the property requirements of science based SMEs in the UK. The results of the study will help to raise awareness of the business needs and challenges of the small and medium sized companies that are such an important driver of future economic growth in the UK. We particularly encourage Oxfordshire-based companies respond, and take the (short amount of time) to complete the survey. https://lnkd.in/ebmpEvYj

Mills & Reeve, in collaboration with Bidwells, deliver a unique insight into the Oxford, Cambridge, London supercluster – often called the ‘Golden Triangle’ – that will explore the way businesses in the technology, life sciences and real estate sectors work together. A new podcast episode, featuring Advanced Oxford's MD Sarah Haywood and Oxford University Development’s Anna Strongman, is available to listen to now. https://lnkd.in/eD3jhRVk

With a new government at Westminster focused on economic growth, devolution, and local empowerment, a fresh report from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) highlights the critical role universities can play in these areas. The report, Stronger Together: Challenges of Devolved Regional Economic Development (HEPI Report 178), written by Alistair Lomax, explores how universities and university groupings can collaborate to drive regional economic development. The report emphasises the importance of collective university action and collaboration with regional partnerships, businesses, and local governments. These collaborations are seen as pivotal to the UK's science and technology agenda, driving innovation and investment in regional economies. It draws attention to examples from England, as well as international models, that offer valuable insights into how universities can integrate more deeply into regional economic strategies. Read more here and access the report here- https://lnkd.in/epvSP-cg

Looking forward to the next series of Oxford+ podcasts... hosted by Susannah de Jager and supported by Mishcon de Reya LLP

Peter Ellingworth has been appointed as the new Chair of Health Innovation Oxford & Thames Valley. Peter, has 25 years experience working at the interface of healthcare innovation and the NHS, following 20 years in industry. He is Chief Executive of the Association of British HealthTech Industries which represents healthcare businesses developing life-changing technologies for patients in medical devices, diagnostics and digital health. He has been a member of the Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley Board since 2018 and has previously held board-level roles with two other Health Innovation Networks. Read more here- https://lnkd.in/e5B9Vrfi