Where research meets real-world impact. Connect academic research with real industry needs and develop opportunities for innovation.

Discover the power of collaboration between academia and industry.

Bringing together researchers, practitioners, businesses and organisations from the health, wellbeing, social innovation, arts and cultural sectors, this networking forum is designed to spark new ideas and future collaborations.

Following the sector-focused training programme for researchers, this event creates a space for academics and industry representatives to explore shared challenges, discuss opportunities for knowledge exchange and identify areas where research can drive innovation and impact.

Supported by Research England through the DBAA Research Group, attendees will benefit from facilitated networking, collaborative discussions and opportunities to establish partnerships that could lead to future projects, funding applications and real-world impact.

Who should attend? Academics, researchers, health organisations, charities, cultural institutions, creative businesses and public sector stakeholders.

Reasonable transport costs will be covered by the organiser. Lunch and refreshments will be available during the event.