Medilink Midlands

IN-PERSON EVENT: Rehab HRC Innovation Event - Working Age/Older Adults
2025-01-29 09:30 - 16:30 (Europe/London) | Charnwood Campus, Bakewell Road, Loughborough, LE11 5RB
Rehab HRC Innovation Event – Working Age/Older Adults in partnership with Charnwood Campus Science and Innovation Park
Welcome to our Innovation Event focusing on Working Age and Older Adults! Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Discover the latest trends and advancements in rehabilitation technology tailored for individuals in these age groups. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, caregiver, industry or someone interested in the field, this event is perfect for gaining new knowledge and connecting with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn and grow!
The day will give you an overview of the Rehab HRC and how we can support the development of new rehabilitation technology. We will have presentations on Patient & Public Involvement & Engagement, lntellectual Property and Health Economics with a more indepth Q&A session in the afternoon.
There will also be a opportunity in the afternoon to book a slot with a theme lead to discuss your potential project and how we might support or assist in the further development of your idea. These slots are limited, so if you want to book a slot please email nuhnt.rehabhrc@nhs.net.
For more information, and to book your free place, please click here.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Discover Your Future in Life & Sports Sciences: Career Expo 2025
2025-01-29 10:00 - 15:00 | STEAMHouse Birmingham, Belmont Row, Birmingham, B4 7RQ, United Kingdom
This event will be attended by Final Year students and recent graduates from Biomedical Science; Biomedical Engineering; Sports Exercise Science; Sports Therapy & Sports Coaching & P.E., aiming to increase students’ aspirations & connect them with early career opportunities.
The format of the day includes an employer fair for you to exhibit your organisation, showcase any live or upcoming opportunities, or share insights into the sector/industry. In addition to the fair, there will be an opt-in speed networking session for businesses who may be looking for their next potential hire.
Event details:
10:30-11:30am: Business arrival and set up for careers fair
12:00-1:15pm: Networking lunch & careers fair – A limited number of stands are available and will be offered on a first come first served basis. Lunch vouchers will be provided for up to two delegates.
1:15-2:15pm: Speed networking session
If you have any questions or would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact: employment@bcu.ac.uk

IN-PERSON EVENT: NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the East Midlands - Launch Event 2025
2025-02-07 09:30 - 15:00 | De Montfort University, Leicester City Campus
Calling all aspiring non-medical researchers in Healthcare, Public Health, and Social Care! Are you a recent graduate (<5 years) eager to pursue a career in research? Or an employer looking to support applicants from your organisation?
This exciting event marks the official launch of the 2025 recruitment cycle for the NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the East Midlands and celebrates the recipients of 2024 studentships. The day will feature a series of speaker sessions, including:

An overview of the NIHR INSIGHT Programme for the East Midlands and the funded studentships available for pursuing a Masters in Research.
Presentations from academic leads: Dr. Claire Diver, University of Nottingham, Research Methods MA, Professor Emma Wilson, University of Nottingham, Masters in Public Health (Health Research) MPH, and Dr. Sally Ruane, De Montfort University Leicester, Social Research (Health) MSc.
Insightful talks by 2024-funded students.
Discussions on the benefits and implications for employing organisations.
Afternoon workshops to guide applicants and provide advice to employers.

Keynote speakers include:
Professor Joanne Cooper – Deputy Director of Nursing Research for System Transformation at NHS England. With a longstanding commitment to advancing clinical academic opportunities for nurses, she has played a pivotal role in supporting career development in this essential field.
Professor Simon Mosey – Director of the Haydn Green Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. As Chair of the award-winning Your Entrepreneurs Scheme, Simon has helped develop entrepreneurial skills in over 6,000 academic researchers and technicians. His research focuses on responsible entrepreneurship and innovation in social, organisational, and environmental contexts.
Plus many more.
To register your place, and find out further information, please click here.

ONLINE: Phase-IV-AI Stakeholder Meeting
2025-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Nottingham Trent University is running an online event to gather user requirements (particularly focused on marketisation and stakeholder engagement) for Phase-IV-AI, an EU funded project developing a “Health Data Hub”, which provides access to the project’s data synthetisation services (DaaS) and multi-party computation services (MaaS).
The project will advance the current state-of-the-art data synthesis methods towards a more generalised approach of synthetic data generation and develop ML orchestration tools for a machine learning workflow using medical data. It will also develop metrics for testing and validation, as well as protocols that enable synthetic data generation without access to real-world data (through multi-party computation).
The project aims to provide:

Data as a Service (DaaS)

Core data generation technologies for data availability and reusability.
State of the art de-identification methods and anonymisation tools to support generative models for synthetic data generation with anonymisation, and data augmentation methods for providing on-demand data access.
Improved methods and technical pipelines for privacy-preserving data synthesis including different data formats such as Electronic Health Records and medical images.
Anonymous data on demand or from a repository.

Model as a Service (MaaS)

Privacy preserving machine learning orchestration tools for a machine learning workflow using medical data residing in hospitals and other healthcare institutions.
Easy to use and configurable data services to enable AI developers’ access to larger pools of decentralised de-identified data through multi-party computing.

Health Data Hub (HDH)

To foster innovators and end-users’ needs with a sustainable service for the DaaS and the MaaS.
Establish a Data Market – facilitating data sharing and monetisation including incentives-based provision of data to the services.
Integrate the data market and the data service ecosystem as a X-European health data hub in the European Health Data Space.

Results validated with real-world use-cases, focusing on lung cancer, prostate cancer and ischemic stroke.

This is also an opportunity for collaboration and data sharing across Europe, with distinct data sets providing additional perspectives for disease prediction.
The Ask
The area to focus on is using large (primary care) datasets for symptomatic detection, and to predict current or future disease risk. The project has existing models, and are developing new algorithms for comparison, but need to understand what users from different disciplines and backgrounds need from the system for it to be worthwhile.
In the first round of requirements development, they have worked with clinicians and academics, in the upcoming round would like to focus on the requirements of AI companies and developers. Your input is vital in shaping a system which will be relevant to your needs and will help to provide access to an ever-growing repository of health data.
REGISTER FOR THE ONLINE EVENT HERE.

ONLINE EVENT: Introduction to Medical Device Security
2025-02-13 12:30 - 13:00 | Online
Coauthor by Hindsight, a developer-friendly compliance software solution for medical device development, is launching a new webinar series focused on medical device cybersecurity.
This new series of lunchtime webinars is designed to help medical device manufacturers, regulatory affairs professionals, and software developers navigate evolving cybersecurity requirements, including FDA, MDR, and IEC 81001-5 requirements.
The first webinar, taking place on Thursday, 13th February 2025, will address critical regulatory updates and QMS Integration; providing practical insights on how to embed cybersecurity within QMS and covering topics such as:

The latest regulatory requirements and their impact on cybersecurity.
The role of cybersecurity in patient safety and medical device compliance.
Common myths and misconceptions that could hinder regulatory approval.
Practical updates to SOPs and plans to align cybersecurity with QMS.

This 30-minute webinar is essential for professionals looking to ensure compliance while maintaining efficient development workflows. Attendees will benefit from expert insights from regulatory and software development specialists and a live Q&A session to address specific challenges. Led by Alan Parkinson, CEO, Hindsight Software, the webinar will be co-presented by Dr. Heather Carre-Skinner, a leading expert in Regulatory & Quality Compliance for Medical Devices and SaMD.
Coauthor by Hindsight will host additional sessions in this informative lunchtime series, covering:

Threat Modelling – How to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
Software Supply Chain & SBOMs – Managing vulnerabilities and compliance.
Security Testing – Penetration testing, threat verification, and secure code reviews.

Register today!
The webinar is free to attend, and places are limited. Register today at: https://www.coauthor.app/webinars

IN-PERSON EVENT: Partners & Pastries Networking
2025-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Victoria House, Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1B 4DA, United Kingdom
Network with TBAT Innovation at Pioneer Group’s new Life Sciences Hub in London
Medilink Midlands members have been allocated a limited number of tickets to join a dynamic networking event, hosted by TBAT Innovation and Pioneer Group, at the state-of-the-art Life Sciences Hub in Victoria House, Bloomsbury Square, London. This informal event will take place on the afternoon of Tuesday, 27th February, providing a unique opportunity to connect with key stakeholders in the Life Sciences and MedTech sectors.
Take this chance to network with TBAT Innovation’s unique partner network, many of which support innovation and growth in the Life Sciences and MedTech industries. Whether you’re looking to explore collaborations, share insights, or gain valuable industry connections, this event offers a welcoming and engaging space to do so.
Schedule

Afternoon Refreshments
Welcome by TBAT Innovation – Sam Stephens, Director
Introduction to Pioneer Group – Miranda Knaggs, Director
Networking Opportunities
5 x 90 second Partner Pitches

Pioneer Group & Victoria House
Victoria House, a stunning Grade II listed building in Bloomsbury, offers state-of-the-art labs for cutting-edge scientific innovation. As part of Pioneer Group, Europe’s largest collective of scientists, technologist and entrepreneurs, it fosters business growth and collaboration through accelerator programmes, investment opportunities, and expert networks.
Travel Information
Being a Central London location, there are limited options for parking. Disabled parking bays are outside the building entrance for blue badge holders.
Parking: NCP public car park on Bloomsbury Square. The entrance is across the gardens from Victoria House
Cycling: secure bike storage is available on-site
By Tube: Holborn (Piccadilly Line, Centre Line) approx 3 minute walk
By Rail: Euston approx 19 minute walk. Kings Cross St Pancras 22 minute walk
Spaces are limited, therefore booking is essential. Maximum of 1 ticket per organisation due to demand. To register your place, please click here.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Business Networking
2025-03-05 16:30 - 19:30 | Belgrave Postgraduate Centre, City Campus, Talbot St, Nottingham, NG1 5G
Join local SMEs at this exclusive free networking event designed to foster connections, share insights, and explore strategies for business growth. Gain valuable support in enhancing employment opportunities and leveraging social media for success in the workplace and beyond.

AGENDA
4.30 pm – 5.00 pm: Arrival & Registration.
5.00 pm – 5.20 pm: Welcome & Introductions Dr Mel Bull, NBS Director of Executive Education.
5.20 pm – 6.05 pm: Boosting Employee Engagement in SMEs – Dr Sarah Pass
This interactive workshop will provide SME leaders and managers with the tools and strategies to boost employee engagement using insights from the Engage for Success annual engagement survey. Tailored specifically for SMEs, the workshop will involve collaborative discussions to share experiences and explore actionable steps to address engagement challenges.
6.10 pm- 6.45 pm: Social Media Use in Work and Beyond – Dr Claire Taylor
This session focuses on the good, the bad and the ugly of social media use in and beyond work. We barely give it a second thought as it is so ingrained in its use which uniquely straddles both our social and working lives. On one hand these devices aid businesses to interconnect, communicate, and build productivity. Yet, on the other hand our personal use of these devices is somewhat more challenging which impacts on business reputation and may decrease the boundaries which previously existed between work and privacy. The session will explore the potential impact social media devices have on organisations, yourselves and the colleagues you work with. The aim is to help you develop strategies and people management approaches which will help you better control these devices in work.
6.50 pm – 7.00 pm: Closing remarks – Dr Mel Bull, NBS Director of Executive Education.
7.00pm – 7.30 pm: Networking with Light Refreshments.

Please complete the form linked here to register yourself on to the event.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medical Technology UK
2025-03-12 - 2025-03-13 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
Medical Technology UK is returning for 2025. Free to attend, this event is an excellent opportunity for medical device engineers to network, exhibit and learn. To view the full event details, please click here.
What’s on at Medical Technology UK 2025?

More than 130 specialist suppliers
Inspiring and educational two-day Learning Programme
Future of Medical Technology Innovation
Disruptive Innovators in MedTech
UK Women in MedTech Forum
Specialist presentations from Exhibitors
Unrivalled networking and business opportunities

Exhibitors
To view the full list of exhibitors so far, please click here.
Show Opening Times
Wednesday 12 March 2025 – 09.30am – 17.00pm
Thursday 13 March 2025 – 09.30am – 15.30pm
Location
Situated in the heart of the UK the Coventry Building Society Arena is within a two hour drive of 75% of the population. Easy access makes the Arena an ideal destination, with three train stations within 8 miles, Birmingham International Airport only a 20 minute drive away and London Euston 55 minutes by train. Ricoh Arena also has its own on-site railway station. To view more travel details, please click here.
To book your stand for 2025, contact Colin Martin
at colin.martin@medicaltechnologyuk.com
Interested in Visiting Medical Technology UK 2025?
REGISTER NOW for Free Entry to the Exhibition and Learning Programme

BioWales in London 2025
2025-03-12 08:30 - 17:00 | One Canada Square, Level39, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AB, United Kingdom
The annual MediWales BioWales in London event in partnership with Canary Wharf Group, Abel + Imray, Welsh Government and Development Bank of Wales.
The Welsh life science sector is a thriving and dynamic ecosystem, particularly in the last few years, there have been significant developments around clinical innovation, medtech and diagnostics.
This event provides a unique platform for exciting newinnovations and companies looking for investment and collaborations. With presentations from a variety of Welsh companies at various stages of their investor journey and an expert investor panel. We will also highlight NHS innovation and research collaboration opportunities, discussing clinical access, adoption and clinical trials.
Click to view event programme and book your place.

IN-PERSON EVENT: ORBIT (Online Remote Behavioural Intervention for Tics) Commissioner Event
2025-03-26 | University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Colleagues within the University of Nottingham have been developed an innovation technology which is the first digital therapy for young people with tics. This exciting event will offer commissioners a unique opportunity to learn about ORBIT, the first digital therapy for young people with tics to be recommended by NICE (National Institute of Healthcare Excellence). ORBIT represents a groundbreaking step forward in digital mental health, designed to provide accessible and effective care for tic disorders.
What to expect:

Learn more about ORBIT: Discover the research behind this digital innovation. We will share key findings from our studies and discuss the ongoing plan to further strengthen the evidence required as part of the NICE approval process.
Share expertise: Join open discussions to share your experiences around commissioning digital mental health products. Help us identify the challenges, barriers, and opportunities in adopting novel interventions like ORBIT within the NHS and beyond.
Explore commissioning opportunities: Understand how ORBIT can be integrated into your services to enhance care pathways for young people.
Discuss cost-effectiveness and NHS implementation: Hear about our findings related to the economic impact and cost-effectiveness of ORBIT and engage in conversations about ‘willingness-to-pay’ thresholds and funding models. Have your say about what is a realistic funding model for services to deliver ORBIT.
Network with industry peers: Connect with commissioners, decision-makers, and experts from across the country to exchange ideas, insights, and best practice.

Delegates can enjoy a hot lunch, as well as complimentary refreshments which will be offered throughout the day. In addition, any travel costs will be reimbursed and accommodation provided if required.
RSVP: To register your interest, please complete the form linked below, or email orbit@nottingham.ac.uk
Register your interest here: https://forms.office.com/e/m65ZmAbTBS

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medical Fair India
2025-03-27 - 2025-03-29 | New Delhi, India
Medical Fair India is the country’s number one exhibition and conference for healthcare, attracting over 14,000 trade visitors and 300 international exhibitors to the 2024 event.
India is among the top 20 markets for medical devices worldwide, but has a 75-80% import dependency. The market is currently on a steep upward growth trajectory. Established in 1990, this event is the country’s no.1 exhibition and conference for healthcare. The last edition of the show to be held in New Delhi in 2023 had a record turnout, attracting over 17,000 trade visitors and 300 international exhibitors.
With participation from over 20 countries, Medical Fair India provides an opportunity to position your brand among competitors and further increase your level of visibility in a UK-specific exhibition zone.
It’s your chance to get involved with one of the world’s most exciting and fast-growing healthcare markets:

Launch new products and services
Network with industry leaders and potential buyers
Increase brand exposure
Enhance your international presence

To enquire about exhibiting, please contact the Medilink UK team on international@medilink.co.uk / 0114 232 9272. Please click here to visit Medilink UK’s website.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Abu Dhabi Global Health Week
2025-04-15 - 2025-04-17 | Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week aims to pave the way to transition from healthcare to health.
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week, hosted by the Abu Dhabi Department of Health, unites leaders from across the healthcare sector to collaboratively envision a more innovative and dynamic future for global health. The 2025 event promises to share critical insights and new technologies committed to transitioning from healthcare to health, and is projected to attract:

15,000 International attendees
1,900 Conference delegates
325 Global exhibitors
300 Visionary speakers
100 Participating countries
85 Insightful sessions
20 Ministers & ambassadors

Why exhibit at International Events?

Generate new business
Network with industry leaders and potential buyers
Launch new products and services
Increase brand exposure
Enhance your international presence

With two thought leadership conferences, a live stage, a global exhibition and many features and activations, Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025 is packed with opportunities to inspire, educate, and connect global healthcare professionals.
For further information, including highlights from the 2024 event, and register your interest, please click here.

Making Pharmaceuticals and Distributing Pharmaceuticals 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-04-30 | Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Coventry, CV6 6GE, United Kingdom
Click here to register your free place for the Making Pharmaceuticals and Distributing Pharmaceuticals conference 2025.
What’s Included:
Entry to the Making Pharmaceuticals Exhibition

Entry to the Distributing Pharmaceuticals Exhibition
Access to the Making Pharmaceuticals programme: keynotes, presentations and workshops
Access to the Distributing Pharmaceuticals programme: keynotes, presentations and workshops
Free on site parking (pre-10am arrivals only)
Free breakfast bap and hot drink (pre-10am arrivals only)

Opening Hours:
Tuesday 29 April 2025: 09.00 – 17.30
Wednesday 30 April 2025: 09.00 – 16.00
Exhibitors
To view the current list of exhibitors, please click here. Medilink Members who wish to exhibit are eligible for a discount. Please contact info@medilinkmidlands.co.uk for more information.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Digital Formulation: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Medicines Manufacturing
2025-05-02 08:30 - 17:00 | Millenium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7XG, United Kingdom
​Medicine formulation development and manufacturing before clinical trials is a major source of inefficiency and waste in the pharmaceutical pipeline. It often takes months or years to develop and scale up formulations, with unpredictable product performance leading to stability or clinical bioavailability failures. ​Advances in digital molecular modeling, AI/ML tools, mechanistic pharmacokinetic modeling, and advanced analytics now offer a unique chance to transform this process. By harnessing expertise across industry, research, and academia, we can create an end-to-end digital formulation capability to design, predict, and maximize clinical success.
​Be part of a one-day interactive workshop where you’ll:

​Connect with leading scientists, industry experts, and decision-makers.
​Explore the latest advancements in digital formulation.
​Help build a UK consortium to drive innovation in sustainable medicine manufacturing!

​Who should attend?
​This event is aimed at professionals across the supply chain, including Formulation scientists (innovator, generic, or specialty pharma), Process scientists and CDMOs/CROs, Regulatory and QC/QA experts, Digital modeling specialists (AI/ML/physical & atomistic), and Sustainability leaders and Net-Zero champions
​Goals and objectives
​To identify knowledge gaps in sustainable formulation development to drive new innovation, explore cutting-edge solutions, and forge a powerful consortium to lead the digital transformation of formulation and manufacturing. The goal is to move beyond legacy systems and traditional DOE models to a digitally led, efficient, and sustainable process for medicine formulation and manufacturing.
​Interactive Workshops (Round table discussions)
​To maximize your experience, guests may select one of the following workshops to attend:
​1. Unlocking Value in Pharmaceutical Formulation and Manufacturing Supply-Chain Through Sustainable Innovation
​This workshop will explore how digital innovations can be integrated across the entire pharmaceutical supply chain. We’ll delve into interactive discussions around how pharmaceutical value can be generated while developing new sustainable processes to reduce waste, optimize resource utilization, and minimize environmental impact.
​2. Innovation in Digital Formulation and Modelling Approaches to Drive Sustainability
​Discover how digital tools and modeling techniques are revolutionizing formulation development. This workshop will focus on leveraging physics-based molecular modeling workflows and advances in AI/ML to design sustainable formulations, predict performance, and optimize manufacturing processes for minimal environmental footprint.
​3. Advances in Analytics, Measurements, and Data to Achieve Sustainability Goals
​This workshop will examine the crucial role of environmentally friendly analytical tools, data/measurement advances, and process analytics in driving sustainable practices in formulation development and manufacturing.
​Collaborate to shape the future of digital formulation
​Throughout the event, dedicated collaboration zones will provide opportunities for networking and in-depth discussions. You can book partnering meetings with consortium members (MESOX, National Physical Laboratory, Aston University) to explore potential collaboration opportunities and bring your expertise to advance the digitization of pharmaceutical product development across the supply chain.
To read more information and register your place, please click here.

TBAT Innovation Webinar: Understanding R&D Tax Credits: The Latest Changes and How to Handle HMRC Enquiries
2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:00 | TBC, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Join TBAT Innovation for the “Understanding R&D Tax Credits: The Latest Changes and How to Handle HMRC Enquiries” webinar, designed for innovative businesses in the life sciences and medtech sectors.
Discover how the recent changes to the R&D Tax Credit scheme may affect your claims and gain expert insights into HMRC’s current approach to enquiries. TBAT’s expert Ian Davie will also share real-life case studies, demonstrating how other companies have successfully navigated these processes to unlock significant tax relief.
This session will guide you through the unique requirements and opportunities for life sciences and medtech businesses, helping you make robust, compliant claims while maximising your R&D funding.
Who should attend?
This webinar is ideal for:

Companies involved in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, medtech, biotech, and healthcare R&D.
Finance directors, R&D managers, or business owners in these sectors.
Innovators creating new technologies, devices, or processes to advance medical science and care.

Key takeaways:

The latest updates to the R&D Tax Credit scheme, including eligibility and rate changes.
Detailed guidance on preparing R&D claims for life sciences and medtech projects.
Insights into HMRC enquiries, triggers, and best practices for compliance.
Case studies showcasing successful strategies and outcomes.
Live Q&A with experts and the chance to book a free 1-2-1 consultation for personalised advice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of changes, learn from real-life examples, and gain actionable advice to support your R&D activities.
Register now to discover how to navigate the evolving R&D Tax Credit landscape with confidence.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR PLACE
Speaker Information
Ian Davie, Senior R&D Tax Consultant, TBAT Innovation Ltd
Ian, a seasoned Senior R&D Tax Consultant, boasts over eight years of dedicated service at TBAT Innovation. With a wealth of experience rooted in the manufacturing sector, Ian’s professional journey started at Rolls-Royce, supported by sponsorship for his Mechanical Engineering degree. Ian’s unwavering commitment revolves around securing R&D tax credits and grants while delivering indispensable advice and top-tier consultancy services to our esteemed TBAT clients.
Company profile: TBAT is a forward-thinking, value-driven, independent consultancy with over 20 years’ experience working with technology & research and development organisations all over the UK to fund their innovation. Their innovation support services include Grant Funding, R&D Tax Credits, Video Game Tax Relief, Capital Allowances, SEIS/EIS, Patent Box and more.www.tbat.co.uk

IN-PERSON EVENT: Biofilms 11 – Interdisciplinary Momentum: Accelerating Biofilm Research and Innovation Across Boundaries
2025-05-13 - 2025-05-15 | Mercure Cardiff Holland House Hotel & Spa, 24 26 Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 0DD
Biofilms 11 is the latest conference in the internationally renowned Biofilms series showcasing the broad scientific and societal opportunities and challenges of microbial biofilms. A key objective is to capitalise on the interdisciplinary nature of this exciting research topic by fostering discussion and catalysing the exchange of ideas across boundaries.
Hosted by the National Biofilms Innovation Centre and the Microbiology Society, Biofilms 11 continues its tradition of focusing on the fundamental understanding of biofilms and their role in driving the dynamics, activity, structure and function of microbial communities. This includes their interactions across microbiomes and viromes, and within environmental, industrial, and health settings.
Biofilms 11 will also address cutting-edge technology developments, such as imaging, data-driven, and modelling approaches, integrating advances from both life and physical sciences for research and innovation applications. The conference will spotlight speakers from diverse career pathways and backgrounds within the biofilm community to offer inspiration and guidance to attendees at all career stages.
To find out more, view the agenda and register your place, please click here.
The deadline for the early bird discounted price is 23:59 GMT on 14 March 2025.
Please contact exhibitions@microbiologysociety.org to enquire about exhibition and sponsorship opportunities

IN-PERSON EVENT: Connecting the Dots - Medilink Midlands & Silverstone Technology Cluster
2025-05-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Silverstone Museum, Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Towcester, NN12 8TN, United Kingdom
Bringing together the innovative advanced engineering businesses from the Silverstone Technology Cluster and the barrier-breaking companies at Medilink Midlands presents an unrivalled opportunity for companies from both clusters to learn about the latest technologies, find new suppliers and customers and network with like-minded business leaders.
Join us on the 29th of May 2025 as Medilink Midlands & Silverstone Technology Cluster partner for the Connecting the Dots event, proudly supported by Total Materia (DRB Business Services Limited).
Medilink Midlands are always looking to open up new doors and present new opportunities for our members and businesses within the MedTech and Life Sciences sector. We are delighted to team up with Silverstone Technology Cluster.
Limited exhibition spaces available, please email: events@medilinkmidlands.com for more information.
CLICK TO BOOK YOUR PLACE

Med-Tech Innovation Expo 2025
2025-06-04 - 2025-06-05 | NEC Birmingham, Hall 2, Birmingham, B40 1NT, United Kingdom
Medilink Midlands is proud to be official Headline Sponsor of the Med-Tech Innovation Expo (MTI), taking place at NEC Birmingham, UK.
The UK MedTech industry has an annual turnover of over £27.6 billion. The UK is also a major player in the international market, exporting over £5.6 billion of MedTech products in 2021. As the home of medical device manufacturing in the UK, Med-Tech Innovation Expo is at the centre of this exciting sector and the exhibition showcases the entire ecosystem of market leading technology suppliers, machines, materials, software and service providers. The event brings together leaders, engineers, innovators and manufacturers, connecting them with technology and innovation to facilitate the design and manufacture of life changing medical devices.
Exclusive Member Discounts:
Medilink Midlands have limited number of discounted exhibition stands for our members, located opposite our main stand in the exhibition hall. The cost for each stand is £956.25 (inclusive of a 15% discount) + VAT.
If you are a member who is interested in this opportunity, please get in touch.
Looking to expand your international markets?
Discovery Talks with international representatives will once again be available this year. More details to follow soon. For more information about the Med-Tech Innovation Expo, and to register your attendance, please click here.
Register
To register your free place, please click here. Registration also grants access to the exclusive online hub. Here, you will discover exhibitor and speaker suggestions tailored to your interests, have the opportunity to network with fellow attendees, schedule meetings, and create a personalised event itinerary, ensuring you get the most out of your experience.

IN-PERSON EVENT: MediWales Connects 2025
2025-06-17 | All Nations Centre, Sachville Avenue, Cardiff, CF14 3NY
MediWales Connects is the all Wales NHS collaboration conference for the health and care community, connecting you with NHS patient facing clinicians, innovation leads, community health, industry, government and policy makers. NHS teams and colleagues from the health and care community across Wales, as well as the wider industry sector, will share clinical innovations and insights to improve patient outcomes. This NHS led event includes keynote presentations, interactive workshops and exhibition stands.
The conference will aim to:

Highlight and showcase the excellent work being carried out by the health and care communities in Wales.
Improve collaborative working between the health boards, industry and research communities.
Raise the profile of NHS Wales and clinical innovation across the UK.
Support closer working relationships between industry, NHS and research groups and clinical trials capabilities.

If you would like to learn more about the event, click here or email Bethan.
Ticket Prices
Member Rate: £195 + VAT
Non-Member Rate: £250 + VAT
Contact Bethan if you’re interested in membership (bethan.davies@mediwales.com)

Deep dive into DTAC and get top compliance and regulation tips
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
SEHTA is delighted to offer you this free to attend webinar session with Acorn Compliance on Digital Health Technology and DTAC.
Find out what healthtech compliance is and why it’s important for you as an innovator, as well as some practical steps you need to take to make sure your product is compliant and ready for the UK market.
Presenter
Michael Bell, Partner, Acorn Compliance
What we will cover
Learn what it takes to become DTAC compliant with overviews of

Clinical Safety
Data Protection
Technical Security
Interoperability
Accessibility
Usability

Top compliance and regulation tips
How to embed a culture of compliance into your organisation to ensure you stay compliant as your organisation and product evolve
BOOK YOUR PLACE

MedTech @ Leicester 2025
2025-09-01 09:30 - 16:00 | University of Leicester, LT2 (2nd floor) Sir Bob Burgess Building,, University of Leicester, LE2 6BF, United Kingdom
BERG invite you to join us for our annual MedTech @ Leicester day!
Date: Monday 1st September
Venue: LT2 (2nd floor) Sir Bob Burgess Building, University of Leicester, LE2 6BF
What is MedTech/HealthTech? MedTech/HealthTech is the intersection of medical science, healthcare delivery, and cutting-edge technology, encompassing a wide range of innovative devices, software solutions, and systems designed to improve patient care, diagnosis, treatment, and overall health management. This exciting and rapidly evolving field includes everything from wearable health monitors and telemedicine platforms to AI-powered diagnostic tools, advanced medical imaging technologies and tissue engineering, all aimed at enhancing healthcare efficiency, accessibility, and improving patient outcomes.
Why attend? Technologists, clinicians and innovators should attend to learn about the latest developments in MedTech research at the University of Leicester, exciting new projects to contribute to, meet new health technology collaborators and explore opportunities for funded research and innovation projects in this space.
Our strategic objective for this annual MedTech @ Leicester day is to generate new collaborations with clinicians, healthcare professionals, other technologists and innovators to explore additional MedTech translation projects. We are particularly interested to hear from clinicians with expertise in multimorbid conditions – where technologies may improve patient outcomes and manage disease progression.
Meet the team to explore how we might be able to solve healthcare challenges together.
Program
9:30 MedTech @ Leicester day objectives
9:40-10:40 MedTech at Leicester (3 x paired tech/clinical talks 20 min)
10:40-11:15 Flash talks for posters
11:15 – 11:45 Coffee and posters
11:45 – 12:45 MedTech Workshops

12:30-1:30 Posters and lunch
1:30 – 2:00 Keynote talk
2:00 – 3:00 Contributed talks (10 min each)
3:00 – 3:45 Panel discussion ( talk presenters)
3:45 – 4:00 Sum-up and awards
4:00 close
Important information about the event – The event is free to attend, but places are limited.
Please register your attendance by clicking the here.
For questions about the event, please contact BERG@le.ac.uk

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medical Fair, Thailand
2025-09-10 - 2025-09-12 | Dubai
Established in 2003, this is Thailand’s leading medical and healthcare trade show, attracting the region’s hospital, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, medical and rehabilitation sectors in one convenient location.
The last edition of the event attracted over 11,000 visitors from Thailand and Southeast Asia and 900 global exhibitors, showcasing a huge variety of innovative products and services.
Why exhibit?

Generate new business
Network with industry leaders and potential buyers
Launch new products and services
Increase brand exposure
Enhance your international presence

To enquire about exhibiting, please contact our friendly and helpful team;#
Please click here to enquire for more details

Microbiome Innovation One Health Conference 2025
2025-09-15 09:00 - 2025-09-16 17:00 | Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Andrew Wiles Building Radcliffe Observatory Quarter Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom
Microbiome Innovation One Health Conference 2025
Date: 15th – 16th September
This exciting event will showcase talks and discussions from industry and academic leaders, who will share real-world experience and expertise in research, innovation, translation, regulation, IP, and manufacturing.
MIOHC brings together academia, industry, funders, and entrepreneurs to highlight and advance the UK’s strengths in microbiome science, spanning human and animal health, plant biology, and environmental research.
Join us for this unique opportunity to network with other UK microbiome researchers, professionals and thought leaders from across different One Health themes.
Attendance from early-career researchers is encouraged, with discounted rates, as well as presentation opportunities.
Venue: Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Andrew Wiles Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Click here – Early Bird Registration
Student: £45.00
Academic/Industry: £95.00

Innovating HealthTech: A roleplay Journey Through Design, Regulation and Deployment
2025-09-16 14:00 - 16:00 | The Old School Building, The Old School Building, School Street, Wolston, Coventry,, West Midlands, CV8 3HF, United Kingdom
Innovating HealthTech: A roleplay Journey Through Design, Regulation and Deployment
Date – 16.09.2025
Venue – The Old School Building, School Street, Wolston, Coventry, West Midlands CV8 3HF
Join Smallfry for a fast-paced, collaborative roleplay workshop where they bring to life a fictional wearable MedTech innovation. Co-led by experts in hardware design (Smallfry), regulatory strategy (Sequel Consultants), and digital health development (System C: Innovation Delivery), this session will simulate what it really takes to turn an innovative idea into a regulated, usable medical product.
Participants will step into the roles of HealthTech innovators, tackling live challenges across design constraints, machine learning, safety claims, regulatory classification, and NHS adoption pathways. Whether you’re new to product development or deep in the field, you’ll walk away with real-world insights into navigating the complexities of building compliant, clinically valuable solutions.
This workshop is designed for:

Early-stage HealthTech founders and R&D teams
Clinicians, AHPs and academic researchers interested in device development
Digital health and software innovators
Regulatory and quality professionals
NHS innovation leads and procurement decision-makers
Design engineers and human factors specialists

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IN-PERSON EVENT: REHACARE: Self-determined Living
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-20 | Messe Dusseldorf, Messe Dusseldorf, Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, Dusseldorf, Germany
REHACARE is the leading trade fair for rehabilitation, prevention, integration and care.
Every year, experts, specialists and visitors from Europe and the rest of the world meet at REHACARE to present and experience the latest developments and trends in the fields of mobility, barrier-free living and work design. From specially developed children’s aids and accessible vehicle conversions to innovative technologies such as exoskeletons and robotics, REHACARE offers the perfect opportunity to present your developments in mobility, everyday aids and rehabilitation.
What is it that makes REHACARE special for exhibitors & visitors?
Find out in the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGsMAIXVovg
Exhibiting Made Easy
Choosing to exhibit on the Medilink UK Pavilion makes your exhibiting experience easy:

Furnished exhibition stand on a high-quality UK branded pavilion
Full pre-show administrative and logistical support
In-market assistance from the Medilink UK Team with translators provided
Support with travel and accommodation
Medilink Membership for one year included in cost (available to any non-members)
PR and Marketing assistance to help promote your presence
Fantastic location at the event

To book your exhibition stand or discuss your requirements, please click here.

IN PERSON: Life Sciences Gala Dinner & Awards
2025-09-18 18:30 - 23:30 | Hyatt Regency, 2 Bridge Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 2JZ, United Kingdom
Date: Thursday 18th September
Venue: Hyatt Regency, Birmingham
Life Sciences week are delighted to extend to an exclusive invitation to enjoy the Life Sciences Gala Dinner & Awards, part of Life Sciences Week.
This prestigious evening will bring together industry leaders, researchers, and pioneers to celebrate innovation, collaboration, and excellence across one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most vital sectors. Expect an unforgettable night of recognition, networking, fine dining, and entertainment.
Set in the luxury surroundings of the Hyatt Regency Birmingham, the Gala Dinner & Awards will bring together influential voices for a night of fine dining, networking, and recognition of outstanding achievements in life sciences.
We hope you will join the celebrations of the people and ideas shaping the future of life sciences.
As a valued VIP of Medilink Midlands, enjoy 10% off tickets when booking.
Please email: events@medilinkmidlands.com for your exclusive discount code.
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NHS and life sciences: collaborating to shape the future
2025-09-23 08:15 - 17:00 | The King’s Fund, 11-13 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0AN, United Kingdom
Date: Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Venue: The King’s Fund, 11-13 Cavendish Square London W1G 0AN
The UK has a strong track record as a hub for life sciences. However, with government radically reshaping the national leadership and management of the NHS, overhauling the function and purpose of integrated care boards, and developing its life sciences vision, the NHS must improve and transform care. With the expected 10-year plan, life sciences sector plan and 10-year industrial strategy laying the foundations for future collaborative advancements between the NHS and life sciences, the sector has a significant opportunity to enhance the nation’s health and economic prosperity through encouraging and supporting investment in this high-growth sector. These advancements encompass everything from pharmaceutical and medtech development to genomic and diagnostic testing and digital health. For example, exciting innovations are harnessing AI for faster image interpretation and automating laboratory and genomic testing to dramatically improve treatment choices.
However, a thriving and dynamic life sciences industry that enhances patient care and collaborates with the efforts of integrated care systems, voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), and the broader health and care system through NHS collaboration has yet to reach its full potential. This is due to numerous barriers, including navigating different organisational cultures and contexts across the public and private sectors, and building relationships and trust between partners. Challenges persist in bridging the gap between the life sciences sector and the NHS and broader health and care system. These include limited or ringfenced funding, regulatory changes, and deeply entrenched barriers to scaling and adoption across the NHS.
This conference will explore opportunities to enhance current successes and strengthen collaborative approaches, and examine how key players in life sciences and the health and care sector can unite their ambitions, skills and resources to foster partnerships between the NHS and industry. Together, this collaboration will drive improvements in care, achieve better outcomes for people, and create meaningful change. Session topics include:

Ambitious plans for the NHS and life sciences…are we ready?
Making care closer to home a reality now – could collaboration help unlock its potential?
Beyond the horizon – understanding how digital innovation and technologies can shape tomorrow’s health and care
Putting in place the infrastructure to support partnership working and collaboration across the NHS and life sciences
Ensuring people and communities and the VCSE sector are at the heart of NHS and life sciences collaboration
Do we have the right workforce for a health and care system fuelled by NHS and life sciences collaboration? What opportunities does collaboration present for the workforce?
How can developments in life sciences support the shift from sickness to prevention?
Can we really afford the future? A look at what’s coming down the track in life sciences innovation and collaboration.

Click here to register for the event
If you have any questions about this event, please contact The King’s Fund events team at events@kingsfund.org.uk.

Please use the discount code SEHTA_10 at checkout. Please note, the code is valid until 1st September 2025 and only applies to SME/Commercial tickets.

IN-PERSON EVENT: Medical Japan, Tokyo
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-03 | Tokyo, Japan, Makuhari Messe, Tokyo, Japan
Japan’s Leading Medical B2B Trade Show
With an ageing population and vast healthcare expansion, Japan has become the World’s third largest medical market. This event is the country’s leading medical trade show attracting over 16,000 visitors, with a high percentage from Japan, including distributors, hospitals, pharmacies and care facilities.
The 2022 event attracted almost 600 global exhibitors was also supported by many industry organisations, including the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Japan.
To enquire about exhibiting, please click here.

SEHTA International MedTech Expo & Conference 2025
2025-10-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Burdett Theatre, No. 11 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0AN, United Kingdom
Date: Friday 3rd October 2025
Time: 09:00 – 17:00
Venue: Burdett Theatre
Address: No. 11 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0AN
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of SEHTA. To celebrate this milestone, we’ll be marking the occasion at our flagship International MedTech Expo & Conference this October.
Make sure to join us for a day of innovation, networking, and celebration as we look back on two decades of supporting health technology and look ahead to the future.
Register today and celebrate with us in October!
