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Innovate UK innovation loans future economy for SMEs: Round 18

Closes: Wednesday 8 January 2025 12:00pm Innovate UK is offering up to £25 million in loans to micro, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). Innovate UK innovation loans are for highly innovative late stage research and development (R&D) projects with the best potential for the future. There must be a clear route to commercialisation and economic impact. The projects must…
Ben Kemp
November 12, 2024
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BIVDA member Oxford Nanopore Technologies agree genomics partnership with Government

BIVDA member Oxford Nanopore Technologies have this week announced a strategic partnership with the Government, NHS England, and UK health agencies. The partnership will utilise genomics to support the Government's vision for a 'fit for the future' NHS, including by creating an ‘early warning system’ for future pandemics across as many as 30 NHS sites and improving health outcomes by…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024
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Online course: TOPRA IVD Regulatory Affairs for Global Markets

TOPRA’s Regulatory Affairs for Global Markets course takes place on 19-20 November and will be co-chaired by BIVDA’s Chair of the Regulatory Affairs Working Party, Stuart Angell, and BIVDA alumni, Ashleigh Batchen, now of TUV SUD. This two-day CRED course will cover the latest updates in globalmarkets including the US, Canada, China and Brazil and will also address key areas…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024
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Member feedback for DBT: UK-China trade and investment issues

The Department of Business and Trade (DBT) is seeking feedback from life sciences organisations and businesses on UK-China trade and investment issues, in the event of possible government-to-government engagement on trade and economic matters. DBT is interested organisations and businesses' thoughts on commercial, market access and policy asks for this year. Your submissions will be shared with the British Embassy…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024
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DBT launch Genomics Spotlight

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has produced the Genomics Spotlight 2024 to showcase the UK’s expertise in genomics and latest developments that make the UK a hub for genomics business and investment. DBT has worked closely with the NHS, including NHS England and all three of the devolved nations, as well as encouraging input from several key organisations…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024
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£520 million Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund reopens

The £520 million Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund has officially reopened following its confirmation in last week's Budget. The Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund (LSIMF) is a capital grants fund which aims to build resilience for future health emergencies and capitalise on the UK’s world-leading research and development capabilities. The fund will enhance and accelerate affordable access to mature, new…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024
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BIVDA webinar – Unlocking Opportunities in the Middle East & North Africa Markets: A Guide for UK IVD Manufacturers

BIVDA will be hosting a webinar with new member Biocentric on how best to unlock opportunities in the Middle East and North Africa on 6th December at 12:00 - 12:45. This is a key growing market which members are eager to explore further. Host Sammy Ghazal, founder of Biocentric, will use his over a decade's experience in the Middle East…
Ben Kemp
November 5, 2024