Friday 21st November 201409.30 – 12.30 The Cockcroft Institute Sci-Tech Daresbury

University Fair at Sci-Tech Daresbury

It is internationally-recognised for the world-class scientific facilities and expertise that is located on the site through the Science and Technology Facilities Council’s Daresbury Laboratory particularly in areas such as accelerator science, high performance computing, modelling & simulation, big data analytics, sensors and detectors.

It is also home to over 100 technology companies in areas such as advanced engineering, digital/ICT technologies, biomedical technologies and services, and clean technologies. It is now widely-recognised for the business support it brings to the businesses to help companies accelerate their growth, innovate more effectively and more easily identify and establish collaborative partnerships.

A critical part of this is our relationships with the regional universities who we see as key partners in bringing support and expertise to technology companies in areas such as:

• Student recruitment, projects & placements

• Collaborative research & Knowledge Transfer Partnerships

• Access to facilities

• Skills development & CPD

Therefore this event is designed to help technology companies better understand the breadth of support available to them and how they can best take advantage of this. It will be done through two mechanisms:

• Short session highlighting 4 company case studies through a combination of interview and expert panel

• Exhibition enabling you to meet with representatives from 7 regional universities to explore potential areas of support and collaboration

LocationThe event will take place in the The Cockcroft Institute at Sci-Tech Daresbury. For directions please go to http://www.sci-techdaresbury.com/location. Visitor parking is available in the Daresbury Laboratory car park adjacent to the reception building.

RegistrationThe Sci-Tech Daresbury University Fair is now open for bookings. To book your place at the event on please click here (you will be prompted to login with your NewsHub user name and password in order to access the event page).

If you aren’t already a member of the Sci-Tech Daresbury network, click here to become a member and then go to the webpage for the event to register.

INTRODUCTION

Sci-Tech Daresbury was established in 2006 (formerly known as Daresbury Science and Innovation Campus) as one of the UK’s national science and innovation campuses and more recently in 2012 as a strategic Enterprise Zones.

Session 1

Company Representative Area of engagement

Inventya (www.inventya.com)

Michael Holroyd, Business Development Manager

Student recruitment, projects and placements

Risktec(www.risktec.co.uk)

Vicky Billingham, Training & Education Business Leader

Training & CPD

Expert panel

Expert Position University/Organisation

Paul Gaunt Director of Careers & Employability

University of Chester

Dr Karen Wright Biomedical & Life Sciences lead for External Relations & Enterprise

Lancaster University

Prof Ahmed Al-Shamma’a Dean of Engineering & Technology Liverpool John Moores University

Rachael Collins Placement Supervisor University of Liverpool

Session 2

Company Representative Area of engagement

Arvia Technology(www.arviatechnology.com)

Nigel Brown, Technical Director Collaborative research & Knowledge Transfer Partnerships

Contec Heat Controls(www.conteccontrols.com)

Pat Broderick, Director Access to facilities

Expert panel

Expert Position University/Organisation

Dr Phil Hollifield Projects Manager University of Central Lancashire

Dr Mohammed Akmez Nabeerasool

KTP Associate University of Manchester

Joe Flanagan Consultancy Manager University of Salford

AGENDA

9.30 – Registration

9.45 – Welcome and housekeeping - John Leake, Sci-Tech Daresbury

9.50 – Company case studies with expert panel

10.20 – Exhibition

There will be exhibition stands from the following organisations:

12.30 - Close

• University of Central Lancashire• University of Chester• Lancaster University

• University of Liverpool• Liverpool John Moores University

• University of Manchester• University of Salford

Continuing Professional Development All the regional universities make use of their academics and knowledge base, offering continuing professional development (CPD) and other training courses which are principally aimed at developing the skills and knowledge of employees. There is an extensive range of CPD courses available covering a vast range of subjects and disciplines, with the highest demand often for business skills courses offered by the university business schools. Courses may be non-credit bearing, accredited by external bodies (such as professional institutions) or by the universities themselves with credits counting towards an academic qualification. Typically, CPD courses tend to be delivered on an open basis (i.e. anyone can attend and no prior qualifications are required) and run for 1-3 days. Some universities now offer CPD courses as an on-line option and many will offer to design and deliver bespoke and in-house courses to suit the needs of an individual company or organisation.

Graduate RecruitmentAll universities are very keen to enhance the rates of graduate employment and offer a wide range of services to prospective employers to ensure that they have easy access to their graduate cohort. Typically these services will include advertising of vacancies through internal student channels, recruitment fairs and direct assistance to recruiters with shortlisting and advertising. Aside from full time employment, universities will also assist companies seeking to recruit part time roles, vacation employment, or placements.

There is a continuing demand for ‘real life’ student projects across a range of subjects. These could be a short focussed assignment, for example development of advertising material for an arts and media student or a longer term assignment such as business strategy development for a MBA student. Such projects are usually at no (or minimal) cost to the business and aside from the valuable experience gained by the student, the business can benefit from the input of fresh thinking and new ideas.

There is also an on-going demand from universities for industry panelists and speakers to present to students in order that they can gain a first-hand insight into routes to employment and advice about future careers. Many universities also operate mentoring schemes for students and are always willing to discuss this approach with individuals wishing to become mentors.

ConsultancyWith their vast range of academic disciplines and extensive facilities, universities are well placed to solve business problems on a consultancy basis. Such consultancy assignments can range from relatively straightforward laboratory testing and analysis through to more complex strategic advice. Consultancy projects are carried out through a commercial agreement between the business and the university and there are some grant funds available to the business e.g Innovate UK’s Innovation vouchers https://vouchers.innovateuk.org.

ROUTES TO UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT

ResearchWhereas consultancy is about applying existing skills and knowledge to solve a problem, research is about the creation of new knowledge and there is an increasing emphasis on ensuring that research is relevant to ‘real world’ issues. Research projects tend to longer term, have less certain outcomes and generally the academics involved in the project would like use the results for scientific papers. Universities will undertake both contract and collaborative research for business and in the latter case some of the costs will be met by a third party usually a government funding body such as Innovate UK (https://www.innovateuk.org).

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (http://www.ktponline.org.uk/) commonly known as KTPs are an especially popular form of collaborative research and SME businesses are eligible for a grant which can cover up to 2/3 of the cost. At the heart of the KTP scheme there is a recent graduate or post graduate (known as a KTP associate) who works within a business, over a period of between 6 and 36 months, on a specific new product development project that will ultimately improve profitability. Throughout the period, the KTP associate will receive academic input and supervision from the University partner, with the ultimate aim of embedding new skills and knowledge within the business.

Intellectual Property Development Many of the research intensive universities have a body of intellectual property (IP) that they actively exploit, principally through one of two routes. Licenses may be granted to businesses to commercially exploit university patents that cover new products, processes and other novel inventions. Alternatively, universities may choose to exploit IP through spin out companies often with the assistance of external investors.

How to make contact with a UniversityUniversities are large and complex organisations and it can be a challenge for a business to identify the most appropriate individual. The first point of contact for a business should be dedicated business engagement team at the university who can then direct the enquiry to the appropriate department of individual in the university. Most university websites have a ‘business’ page which will contain all the relevant information and contact details for businesses wishing to work with the university.

ROUTES TO UNIVERSITY ENGAGEMENT

Inventya – Michael Holroyd Business Development Manager

Michael’s specialist areas of expertise include marketing, sales and business development, working within large UK companies, including Vodafone, and as a director in SME businesses.

He has focused on technology product and service innovation and B2B marketing and sales, within the paints, engineering and telecoms sectors. From 2007 Michael worked in the business support sector, specialising in providing commercialisation and business growth support to technology businesses and is an experienced ERDF Project Manager. Michael is responsible for Inventya’s business development activities for new consultancy work and for working in partnership with project funders and sponsors.

Risktec – Vicky Billingham Training & Education Business Leader

Vicky has over 15 years experience within technical training environments. In her current role managing the Training and Education business she is responsible for the management of projects

to deliver new training products as well as day-to-day operations such as sales, marketing, quality and resource management. As the Programme Leader for Risktec’s postgraduate education (delivered in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University), she manages concurrent programmes and acts as Personal Tutor to Risktec’s student clients.

Vicky has many years’ experience of programme and project management, including the design and development of bespoke IT and training solutions that are cost-effective and meet client requirements. She is the author of a best-selling book on Project Management.

Pat started developing his fuel saving boiler control in 2009. EU Grants were obtained for product testing , and Intellectual Property advice. In 2010 he made a presentation at a Nottingham University sponsored event at the World Expo in Shanghai.

Arvia Technology – Nigel Brown Technical Director

Nigel is the inventor of the Arvia® Process and co-founder of Arvia Technology Ltd (based on his research at the University of Manchester) with over 20 years’ experience in the water & wastewater

treatment industry. Prior to his research at the University he worked as an Independent Research Engineer & Environmental Consultant developing environmentally friendly processes for the treatment and reuse of wastewater and advising companies on water management and wastewater treatment. He has also worked for Foseco International and Simon Hartley delivering projects and operational developments across their global operations.

Contec Heat Controls – Pat Broderick Director

Pat started developing his fuel saving boiler control in 2009. EU Grants were obtained for product testing, and Intellectual Property advice.

Grants from the Technology Strategy Board funded tests

at the Salford Energy House. The product design and target market have been adapted as a result of the findings. Sales were made into both the residential and commercial property markets, but further credible tests were needed for the Social Housing Sector.

A grant from the Technology Strategy Board funded tests at the Salford Energy House. The product design and target market have been adapted as a result of the findings.

BIOGRAPHIES - COMPANY CASE STUDIES

Paul Gaunt – Director of Careers & Employability University of Chester

Paul has been the Director of Careers and Employability at the University of Chester for since August 2009. Prior to joining Chester he led the Career Development team at Liverpool Hope University. From 2004-07 Paul was a Director and Trustee of AGCAS, the company that represents the national interests of university careers services, leading on the company’s diversity initiatives, and editing and contributing to a number of national careers publications.

Paul has an MBA from the University of Liverpool and a postgraduate diploma in Careers Guidance from Nottingham Trent University. He is also a qualified Psychometric Testing practitioner.

Dr Karen Wright – Biomedical and Life Sciences lead for External Relations & Enterprise Lancaster University

Karen is a Lecturer in the Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences at Lancaster University and her main area of research is gut inflammation and ex vivo intestinal modelling, some of which is industry-funded.

She has developed innovative modules for postgraduate students, including an industry-led module on Drug Discovery and Development, which is delivered by external experts from Big Pharma, Biotech and Clinical Research Organisations. As the Divisional lead for external relations and enterprise, she works to promote industry-academic-NHS collaborative research and training. She works with the Lancaster Health Hub, CETAD and external networks to facilitate effective collaboration with industry.

Prof Ahmed Al-Shamma’a – Dean of Engineering & Technology Liverpool John Moores University

Ahmed’s extensive research area covers a wide range of applied industrial science including advance technologies for renewable energies from waste (including biodiesel), waste recycling, wireless sensors for the construction, healthcare, automotive and aerospace industries, and near zero carbon initiatives for the energy sectors.

Ahmed is one of the EU scientific officers on Renewable Energies and has obtained various supported applied research projects funded nationally and internationally by the EU, USA Ministry of Defense, Carbon Trust, Technology Strategy Board and industry. In the last 5 years he has coordinated over 15 research projects with an income generation of over £8M.

Rachael Collins, Placement Supervisor, Careers & Employability Service University of Liverpool

Rachael is the Placement Supervisor based within the Careers and Employability Service at the University

of Liverpool. Rachael’s team supports all students when applying for one-year and vacation internship opportunities and her remit involves engaging with external organisations, irrespective of size or location, looking to recruit undergraduates. Rachael’s role involves delivering an employability module to Management School students enrolled on a year in industry degree.

Rachael has 10 years’ experience placing undergraduates into local SME’s and large multinational organisations. She is a trained Careers Advisor, specialising in Finance, Business and Marketing. Prior to higher education, Rachael worked in both events and marketing.

Dr Phil Holifield – Projects Manager University of Central Lancashire

Phil worked in the telecommunications industry before joining UCLan as a Senior Lecturer in Electronic Engineering. After experience in supervising several research masters projects and KTPs with industry partners he moved to a business facing role within the University. Phil has bid for and managed many business support projects under a variety of funding streams and is currently managing a portfolio of ERDF projects delivering services in innovation, design, ICT and student/graduate placements. He is interested in what makes business want to work with Universities and how the University can present a more joined-up service to business.

Mohammed Akmez Nabeerasool – KTP Associate University of Manchester

Akmez is currently a KTP Research Associate at the University of Manchester in partnership with ArviaTM Technology; a role which involves evaluating the suitability of the ArviaTM organic destruction technology for treating drinking water and to have this technology approved by the Drinking Water Inspectorate UK. In this position he has been involved in managing the project, testing the technology and acquiring further knowledge regarding the water sector in general.

Joe Flanagan – Consultancy Manager University of Salford

Joe is currently Consultancy Manager within the Commercial Services team at the University of Salford providing support to academics in commercial and contractual matters relating to consultancy. Previously, Joe worked in environmental consultancy for AEA Technology and Enviros, carrying out assignments for a variety of private sector clients, UK Government Departments, the European Commission and the World Bank. Prior to consultancy, he spent his early career in the chemical industry and graduated with BSc in chemistry from the University of Birmingham.

BIOGRAPHIES - EXPERT PANEL

University overviews

Particular areas of research strengthBiomechanics and Rehabilitation, Built Environment and Sustainability, Business and Management, Cancer Research, Computing, Digital Engineering, Energy and Power Management, Fire and Hazard Science, Forensic Science, Healthy Settings, Materials Science (Chemistry), Medicine and Dentistry, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Midwifery and Maternal Child Health, Nanotechnology and Bioengineering, Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, Physics, Sport and Exercise Science, Stroke Research, Tourism, Tribotechnology

Key facilities or services that SMEs could accessWe provide a wide range of service to SMEs, based on the programmes below.

Programmes that are focused on engaging with SMEs

KTPs

UCLan offers support to develop and run Knowledge Transfer Partnerships. SMEs can benefit from the placement of a KTP associate in their business for 2-3 years, addressing key strategic projects. The associates are supported by academic staff at the university as well as a project support team.

InnovationLab

UCLan’s InnovationLab provides creative online solutions to grow SMEs business, with systems ranging from websites, logistics systems, marketing and eLearning.

DigitME

UCLan’s Advanced Digital Manufacturing Technology Research Centre based in Burnley offers support to SMEs in Robotics, Automation and Data Processing for manufacture, through the DigitME project. The work of the centre builds on expertise in vision systems, signal processing and non-destructive testing.

Unite

The UNITE project places students and graduates in SMEs for placements of up to 150 hours to work on projects identified by the SME. The placement is paid for by the UNITE project. The Project has a good success rate of placing students in employment and providing excellent results for SMEs.

More & Enhance

MORE and ENHANCE are business support programmes that offer mentoring, coaching, networking and advice. MORE is focussed towards creative and digital companies across the Northwest, whereas ENHANCE is based in Cumbria and addresses all sectors.

Innovation Clinic

The UCLan Innovation Clinic is part of our Lancashire Boost offering, and provides SMEs with access to product development expertise in the university, with the aim of getting products developed and to market.

Mechanisms available to SMEs for engaging that are peculiar to the universityUCLan offers a number of ways of engaging, both through the above projects and through our dedicated partnership development team. We have partnership development managers who cover all disciplines and work to find the appropriate academic expertise in the university to match your requirements. They are also supported by a commercial team. You can contact us via 01772 895500 or business@uclan.ac.uk.

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE

The Faculty of Science & Engineering came into existence on 1 Sept 2013 and incorporates 4 new degree programmes in Chemical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Natural Sciences. These courses started operation in Sept 2014 with an initial intake of 70 students which is expected to rise steadily over the coming years. The Faculty has also incorporated the existing Departments of Mathematics and Computer Science which have moved from Chester main campus to join us our new location: the 66 acre Thornton Science Park. Situated 8 miles from Chester near Junction 14 of the M56, this site containing advanced laboratory and workshop space was donated to the University of Chester by Shell.

The Faculty complements other initiatives in the University including the North West Food Research Development (NoWFOOD) Centre. This advanced facility provides a centre of excellence in food science and technology and product development for producers across the region.

Access to technical facilities

We have advanced analytical equipment such as X-ray Photoelectric Spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy, Mass Spectrometry, and also facilities for modifying surfaces using lasers. SMEs and other industrial research partners have access to these facilities as part of joint research projects.

Collaborative research and KTPs

We are actively growing collaborative research with industrial partners using our advanced analytical capabilities. We have also signed equipment loan and research collaboration agreements with local companies. We see KTPs and other TSB funding as vital in order to grow our research activities. We do not yet have any KTP Associates but we are involved in a successful TSB Smart Award.

Recruitment and Graduate Placements

Producing well trained industry-ready graduates is the underlying philosophy of our new degree programmes. We want to be seen as leading in terms of employability. We are funding 4 week fully paid work placements for all our students in the summer of 2015 and we also have unpaid 5 week internships integrated into the 2nd year of graduate study.

A Business-Centred Approach

The Riverside Innovation Centre and the High Growth Centre have been established by the University to provide access to the right mix of support, talent, product development and commercial insights. In addition, the Corporate Business and Enterprise unit offers bespoke business courses for workforce development.

Contact Details

http://www.chester.ac.uk/science-engineeringE: science-engineering@chester.ac.ukT: 01244 513923

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

Now in its 50th year, Lancaster University has established a track record of world class collaboration including high quality business support.

Lancaster is ranked top ten in the Guardian league tables and is consistently highly placed in all major league tables.

A variety of business support initiatives are currently available across a range of disciplines.

Specialisms

Eco-Innovation – Sustainability & the environment

The Centre for Global Eco-Innovation brings together expertise of major academic institutions aimed at adding value innovative projects focused on sustainability.

http://www.cgeinnovation.org

Lancaster Product Development Unit (LPDU) - Engineering

Based within the Engineering department, LPDU provide assistance in developing products to become reality through projects such as rapid manufacture and additive manufacturing.

http://www.lpdu.lancs.ac.uk/lpdu/

The Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) – Business & Management

A range of support services are offered by LUMS for businesses including student projects, consultancy, leadership programmes and specialist business growth initiatives.

http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/lums/business/

ISIS (InfoLab21 Strategic Innovation Support) Programme - Computing

The project provides free expertise for SMEs which can identify a significant opportunity to develop and transform their businesses through ICT in specific areas including; prototype development, mobile & wireless technologies and other areas.

http://www.infolab21.lancs.ac.uk/business/isis/

Employability – Access to talent

Lancaster University students and graduates are amongst the most employable in the UK. The Careers Services is focused on helping employers access talent.

www.lancaster.ac.uk/careers/employers

Lancaster Health Hub

The hub works strategically to increase collaborative research and knowledge exchange between Lancaster University and stakeholders in industry. Benefits to businesses are through internationally renowned research in health, medicine and social care.

http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/shm/work/healthhub

Lancaster China Catalyst Programme

A staged programme of support helps companies collaborate with partners in China for product and service development. Participants benefit from an industry focused synergy through a dedicated team of specialist graduates, international collaboration and technology.

http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/china-catalyst/

Lancaster University Physics Department

Ranked as the best Physics department in the country for research, the department offers businesses an opportunity to work with third year undergraduates. Working in small teams and overseen by an academic supervisor, students can tap into equipment and technology at Lancaster for a specific challenge identified by the company.

http://www.physics/lancs.ac.uk/

More initiatives:

www.lancaster.ac.uk/business

LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

The University of Liverpool is one of the great centres of research, knowledge and innovation. Our pioneering reputation attracts students, experts and partners from around the world.

• 1,300 leading researchers• 36,000 students• 177,000 alumni in 192 countries

• 4,700 staff• Countless partners worldwide

THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL BUSINESS SERVICES

Faculties and key research themes Collaboration Business gateway

The Faculty of Health & Life Sciences The Faculty of Health & Life Sciences at the University of Liverpool is one of UK’s leading centres for health and life science research and education. Key Areas of Research include:

• Ageing and Chronic Disease Research• Infection and global health• Integrative Biology• Psychology, Health and Society• Translational Medicine• Learning and Teaching• Dentistry• Veterinary Science

Technology Directorate - Shared Research Facilities

Non Destructive Structural Analysis

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Cell Imaging Services

Proteome Research

Laser Capture Dissection Microscopy (LCMD)

As a world-renowned centre for research, the University of Liverpool can help your organisation achieve its goals through knowledge and innovation. Whether you are seeking a research partner, expert advice, education & training, recruitment or facilities, we offer exceptional capabilities and services. Join the many successful organisations, from multinationals to local SMEs, research institutes to public and third sector bodies that collaborate with us.

Support for small to medium-sized businessesWe work with many start-up and small to medium-sized businesses, allowing them to move projects forward quickly by accessing a level of expertise that would otherwise be unachievable for a company their size.

Facilities, equipment & technical supportTogether with our academics, they can assist you with experimental design, as well as specialist testing and analytical support.

Knowledge Transfer PartnershipsKnowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) enable you to work in a mutually beneficial, grant funded partnership with our academics or researchers to achieve your strategic goals.

Continuing professional development (CPD)We offer academic/professionally accredited courses, Masters degrees (on campus and online) and customised commercial, professional or technical training programmes.

Commercialising ideasIf you are researching and developing new products or technologies it is vital to protect your ideas from the start. There are many commercial challenges involved and we can advise you on getting to market.

Student PlacementsWe have a wealth of talented students and graduates whose energy, knowledge and creativity will deliver real benefits to your organisation. You can tap into this pool of talent through special projects, placements, voluntary work, sponsorships, government-subsidised collaborations, and full-time recruitment.

Graduate RecruitmentGraduate to Merseyside provides a high quality, graduate recruitment and placement service for businesses of all sizes from start-ups to large organisations across Merseyside and the wider region.

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Science Represent one of the UK’s largest concentrations of research expertise, with outputs that place us in the top 1% of Higher Education Research Institutions worldwide• The School of the Arts• The School of Law & Social Justice• University of Liverpool Management School• School of History, Languages & Culture• Combined Honours Programmes• Go Higher Programme

Resources and services available to partners.

Sydney Jones Library

Garstang Museum

Music

Agility and Supply Chain Management Centre

Consultancy Projects

Growth Catalyst

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)

Faculty of Science & Engineering The Faculty of Science and Engineering connects research strengths, technologies and experts from a unique, broad mix of disciplines. This places us in a strong position to develop innovative solutions and approaches to tackle many of today’s complex social, economic and environmental challenges.

• Electrical Engineering & Electronics• Computer Science• Aerospace Engineering• Civil Engineering• Mechanical Engineering• General Engineering• Environmental Science • Physical Science

Lairdside Engineering CentreLiverpool Laser Group:www.lasers.org.ukNorth West Laser Engineering Consortium:nwlec.org.ukLairdside Laser Engineering Centre:www.llec.co.uk

Virtual Engineering Centre, Daresburywww.virtualengineeringcentre.com Offering technology development, research, training and knowledge transfer

Nano-Investigation Centrehttp://www.liv.ac.uk/nano-investigation/Free to Northwest-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), provided that they satisfy the ERDF criteria

Professional Services Key academic services and businesses include • Library• Hospitality• Victoria Gallery and Museum• Sport Liverpool

University of Liverpool Conferences & Events

The Victoria Gallery & Museum Liverpool

Sport Liverpool

Contact Details

Business Gateway, University of Liverpool, Waterhouse Building, Block D, 3 Brownlow Street, Liverpool L69 3GL

T: 0845 0700 064 E: business@liverpool.ac.uk www.liv.ac.uk/business

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Whether you’re an international blue chip, an ambitious SME, or a charity with an eye for innovation the University of Manchester can have a significant impact on your organisation.

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