Knowledge Transfer Centre

On Friday Simon Cutler and Fiona Marston OBE, PhD our The Royal Society Entrepreneurs-in-Residence attended the Windsor Debates which was co-hosted by Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce and the University of Reading. Fiona delivered an impactful evening dinner speech, which focused on the Health & Life Sciences - the Foundations for UK Growth. There were also talks from Phil Dash and Robert Van de Noort CBE DL who shared ambitious plans for collaboration with the region’s health and life sciences business community.

Recently Simon Cutler one of our fantastic Business Relationship Managers, was invited to take part in the University of Reading Agrifood Innovation Showcase, where he was tasked with giving a one minute pitch, about how we can help businesses collaborate in the Agrifood space in different ways. We have exciting things planned for this year, as we move from our old name of KTC to our new name of KEEP - (Knowledge Exchange and External Partnerships). https://lnkd.in/eNsVJkic   If you are a business interested in accessing the universities research, or collaborating on a project with us please email frontdoor@reading.ac.uk #KnowledgeExchange #Workingwithbusiness

The University of Reading has today joined Universities UK's new #UnisStartUptheUK initiative, showcasing the vital role that universities play in supporting student and staff entrepreneurs and driving economic growth through business spin-outs and start-ups. We are ranked in top 20% of universities for 'Working with businesses' according to the Knowledge Exchange Framework Guy Hembury, Director of Knowledge Exchange Commercialisation & Partnerships at the University of Reading, said: "The University of Reading has established itself as a driving force for entrepreneurship and innovation, with significant impact both regionally and nationally. Along with our talented students and staff, our commercial spaces, innovation centres, and enterprise education are nurturing the next generation of spin-outs and start-ups that will create jobs and power the UK economy. https://lnkd.in/e264FMcN #KnowledgeExchange #innovation #Entrepreneurship

Yesterday members of the team had the opportunity to visit and learn more about University of Reading Halls Farm, which houses a commercial dairy herd and the Centre for Dairy Research. The Centre for Dairy Research (CEDAR) is a unique, world-renowned facility for applied and strategic animal research. Research at CEDAR addresses many of the key issues for the sustainability of animal production systems, such as environmental impacts, milk and meat composition and consumer health, antimicrobial resistance, and animal behaviour and welfare. For more information on (CEDAR) please visit the link below http://bit.ly/3DLMgpD If you are interested in your business engaging with the University of Reading's research, please email frontdoor@reading.ac.uk for more information.

The University of Reading, in collaboration with the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce, are partnering to host next weeks Windsor Debates at Windsor Castle, an exclusive forum for strategic dialogue. To enrich the discussions on "Health and Life Sciences – The Foundations for UK Growth," Professor Phil Dash, Head of the School of Biological Sciences, and Dr. Fiona Marston OBE, PhD Marston OBE, our Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence will be speaking alongside industry leaders where invited guests are encouraged to consider, reflect and grapple with a range of themes and significant topics of the day. Their participation ensures attendees will benefit from expert analysis and cutting-edge perspectives on this essential industry. This is a unique chance to engage with thought leaders and explore the future of UK growth. #WindsorDebates #Innovation #StrategicDialogue #HealthAndLifeSciences #KnowledgeExchange https://lnkd.in/eGjzRSCu

Have you registered to attend TVAI's Launch Event yet? 👀🚀 We'd love to see you at Henley Business School on the 27th of March for the highly anticipated relaunch of Thames Valley Artificial Intelligence! 🎉🎊 We're on a mission to enhance public understanding of AI, promote responsible AI adoption, and develop the talent and businesses needed to drive the UK's AI revolution. We'd love to tell you all about what we have in store for 2025! What you can expect at the launch event... 🤝 Connect with fellow AI enthusiasts, students, academics, and industry professionals 🥂 Drinks and nibbles to keep you fuelled 📣 A lineup of distinguished speakers, including the Vice-Chancellor 👀 A chance to hear about what TVAI is all about and how you can get involved Don't forget to sign up! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAxaENt2 #tvai #artificialintelligence #thamesvalley

Do you have an MSc in AI or a Computer Science-related discipline, or equivalent experience in related fields such as data science, computational design, or software engineering? Do you want to apply your skills in data science, machine learning, generative AI and predictive analytics to develop and deliver an AI Virtual Assistant that aids architects during architectural project development? There is still time to apply for our exciting vacancy for a KTP Associate in Generative AI Applications to work with leading Architecture Practice, Hawkins Brown. Apply by 9th March 2025. https://lnkd.in/eymrg9wf

Business Development Officer – Pharmacology Group, School of Pharmacy (Fixed Term 3 month contract) We are to seeking a Business Development Officer to promote our antibody provision technical service at the University of Reading. More specifically, we have developed a bespoke service to provide specialised antibodies from llama and cows; these antibodies have unique properties and are much sought after by for structural biology and potential therapeutic use by research institutes and the pharmaceutical industry Salary: £34980 - £37099 pro rata / per annum Do you have : • A PhD in life sciences or a closely related field. • Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear presentations and reports. • Ability to build on skills to develop market research skills to identify trends, opportunities, and potential clients. • Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders. • Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing. Please see the job description and personal specification for further details. The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 28th March 2025 https://lnkd.in/g_SbrrUP

More fantastic social venture building training in March, available to our colleagues University of Reading via ImpactU Hub.

KTP Associates play a vital role in bridging the gap between academia and industry. They work directly with a business to tackle specific challenges, applying their academic knowledge to develop and implement innovative solutions. This provides valuable real-world experience for the Associate while helping the business gain a competitive edge. Today we are bringing our spotlight to Patiene Chouop Kawe, working with Syngenta Group. Patiene shares what his role entails: #KTP #WorkingWithBusiness #Research #Sustainability #Collaboration