Networking Event -Thurs 16 May 2024

We are excited to share the details for our upcoming IRC networking event. The event will be a great opportunity to meet other research and innovation experts and to explore the innovation and research landscape. 

Key Information 

Date: 16 May 2024 

Time:  9:45 – 15:45 

Location: The Studio, 7 Cannon St., Birmingham, B2 5EP   

What is the purpose of the event?   

• To understand the directions and evidence needs for research and innovation support as a wider community.    
• To share gather insights to help inform projects and gaps in the research and innovation system.
• To update the community – where is the IRC and where’s it going.

What is the structure for the day? 

The event will be broken up into different sessions. These will include:   

• An intro session from UKRI.
• A panel discussion with UKRI Senior Colleagues to discuss the importance of evidence for decision makers. This will provide attendees with a better understanding of how UKRI values and uses evidence. 
• Breakout sessions delving deeper into specific themes asking for insights and expertise from participants in order to support the work of UKRI and the IRC
• A session on ‘actionable insights’, including definitions and examples

The full agenda for the event is available to view here.

Why should I attend? 

The event will provide you with: 

• An opportunity to hear from UKRI Stakeholders.
• An opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise.  
• An opportunity to build connections and build the IRC’s research capacity.  

We hope you will join us for a day of knowledge sharing and networking.

If you have any questions at all about the event, please contact Becky Harris on Becky.Harris@wbs.ac.uk

Please note the sign up form will close at 12pm on Thursday 9th May.