Biotechnology
Driving the conversion of the UK's biotechnology knowledge into innovative agricultural, food and industrial bioscience products or processes.
Biotechnology at the Knowledge Transfer Network
The Knowledge Transfer Network’s Biotechnology team can help you or your business with funding, expertise and connecting with innovators from other sectors.
Please contact our Biotechnology Team:
Rajesh Mistry – KTM, Industrial Biotechnology
Catherine Mort – KTM, Industrial Biotechnology
Charles Vander Broek – KTM, Agri-Food and Industrial Biotechnology
Yvonne Armitage – Specialist, Bioeconomy
Dana Heldt – KTM, Synthetic Biology
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You can also keep up to date with news, funding and events across the biotechnology sector by connecting with our Bioscience and Biotechnology group on LinkedIn or following KTN Bioscience on Twitter.
In the area of Synthetic Biology, KTN is working with the UK Synthetic Biology Leadership Council (SBLC) in the implementation of Biodesign for the Bioeconomy, the UK Synthetic Biology Strategic Plan 2016, to establish an internationally competitive synthetic biology industry in the UK.
News
27.02.2019
Industrial biotechnology funding round-upFind out about the latest funding calls of relevance to industrial biotechnology. Updated 23rd April 2019.
11.04.2019
Rethink plastic - think bioplastic!The #ThinkBioplastic platform has launched a second series of videos explaining how bioplastics can play a role in solving our plastic predicament.
16.04.2019
Businesses urged to tap into science and technology talentInternship opportunities at growth-hungry enterprises are sought for students studying a range of technical subjects at Lancaster University.
Events
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Consortia Building Workshop: EU Funding for the Bio-Based Industries (BBI)Where:
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Perspectives
07.08.2018
Industrial energy efficiency and decarbonisation in the UKA breakdown of sustainable energy funding opportunities associated with BEIS's £100m Industrial Strategy programme.
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01.08.2018
5 ways to get funding for your start-upHow are you going to get the money you need for your company to grow?
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04.10.2018
Investing in your team, in more ways than oneKTN's Access to Funding and Finance team share their recommendations for building a team worthy of enticing investment.
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23.04.19
Clive Grinyer, Design Advocate and KTP awards judge, reflects on the crucial role of design in innovation
Good design can help deliver positive, transformative change – which is what Knowledge Transfer Partnerships are all about too.
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12.04.19
Common mistakes when presenting your exit strategy to investors
Business exit strategies are explained in this week's blog from the A2FF Team.
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10.04.19
Neurotechnology SIG: Kick-off Workshop
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Hallam Conference Centre, Hallam Street, London, UK
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11.07.19
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Agri-tech Catalyst round 8: Agriculture and food systems innovation
UK businesses and research organisations can apply for a share of up to £3 million from DFID for projects with partners in eligible African countries.
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01.04.19
Closes:
05.06.19
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22.03.19
Greenwich is Open
Where:
The Stockwell Street Building, University of Greenwich, Stockwell Street, London, UK
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30.04.19
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15.03.19
How to find investors?
Charlotte Thompson from KTN's Access to Funding and Finance team introduces how to find the right investor for you and your company.
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11.03.19
EUREKA Global Innovation Summit 2019: Innovating across borders for business growth - 14 to 16 May 2019
Where:
Victoria Warehouse, Trafford Wharf Rd, Stretford, Manchester M17 1AB, UK
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14.05.19
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08.03.19
Digital Business Meet-Up: 5G Theme - May 2019
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Digital Catapult, Euston Road, London, UK
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02.05.19
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