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
08.02.2019
NBIC workshop to explore challenges, opportunities and advances in biofilm engineeringThe National Biofilms Innovation Centre (NBIC) is holding a workshop on Biofilm Engineering on Tuesday 30th April in Edinburgh.
08.02.2019
Apply for travel support for non-UK brokerage event in Bio-Based Industries (BBI)Are you looking for collaboration opportunities or to find partners for your Horizon 2020 project in Bio-Based Industries?
15.02.2019
Life Sciences China Market Access RoadshowDIT has announced a UK roadshow with seven events focussing on China opportunities for life sciences companies.
Events
Tue, 12 Mar
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Industry ShowcaseWhere:
When:
09:00
ICTRailSpaceHealthDesignEnergyAviationChemistryAerospaceTransportMaterialsAgri-foodAutomotiveImmerse UKInnovationUrban LivingBiotechnologyManufacturingCyber SecurityComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsSynthetic BiologyBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityAdditive ManufacturingInfrastructure SystemsDigital & CreativeElectronic TechnologiesDiversity and InclusionPersonal Data and TrustIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingAccess to Funding and FinanceAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingArtificial Intelligence in HealthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and Management...
Tue, 26 Mar
Sustainable Materials for Composites Collaboration Building Event and WorkshopWhere:
When:
09:03
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.
RailEnergyAgri-foodChemistryMaterialsTransportInnovationAutomotiveSolar EnergyUrban LivingBiotechnologyManufacturingBuilt EnvironmentMaritime and marineMaterials ChemistryInfrastructure SystemsIndustrial BiotechnologySustainable Aviation FuelAccess to Funding and FinanceIndustrial Strategy Challenge FundSustainability & Circular Economy...
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?
ICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationChemistryForensicsAgri-foodTransportMaterialsAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKUrban LivingSolar EnergyManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityRemanufacturingComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingInternet of ThingsMaterials SecurityMaritime and marineMaterials ChemistryDefence and SecurityQuantum TechnologiesAdditive ManufacturingInfrastructure SystemsDigital & CreativeElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingAutonomous vehicles/transportAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
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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Bridging for Innovators (B4I)
B4I offers businesses unique access to a suite of high-tech scientific facilities and knowledge to fast-track solutions to industrial challenges.
Opens:
01.01.17
Closes:
01.04.21
Event:
ICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationChemistryForensicsAgri-foodTransportMaterialsAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKUrban LivingSolar EnergyBiotechnologyManufacturingCyber SecurityRemanufacturingComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingMaterials SecurityInternet of ThingsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustDiversity and InclusionIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelAccess to Funding and FinanceAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingArtificial Intelligence in HealthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
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Competition guidance for UK and Canada: enhancing industrial productivity
UK businesses can apply for a share of up to £5 million to develop innovative technologies targeting global markets with Canadian partners.
Opens:
11.02.19
Closes:
02.05.19
DesignEnergyAgri-foodManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityComplex SystemsRemanufacturingInternet of ThingsAdditive ManufacturingDigital & CreativeElectronic TechnologiesIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and Management...
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07.02.19
Innovate UK in the South East of England
Where:
Clarendon Centre, New England Street, Brighton, UK
When:
10.04.19
ICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationChemistryForensicsAgri-foodTransportMaterialsAerospaceInnovationAutomotiveImmerse UKUrban LivingSolar EnergyBiotechnologyManufacturingCyber SecurityRemanufacturingComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentSynthetic BiologyEnergy HarvestingMaterials SecurityInternet of ThingsMaterials ChemistryMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityDigital & CreativeInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesPersonal Data and TrustDiversity and InclusionIndustrial BiotechnologySimulation and ModellingMaterials for CompositesSustainable Aviation FuelAccess to Funding and FinanceAutonomous vehicles/transportPosition, Navigation and TimingArtificial Intelligence in HealthElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest GroupCommercialising Graphene and other 2D Materials...
Event:
06.02.19
48th Intelligent Sensing Program - Sensing in Harsh Environment
Where:
Manchester, UK
When:
28.03.19
ICTRailNanoSpaceDesignEnergyHealthAviationAerospaceChemistryTransportAgri-foodMaterialsInnovationAutomotiveUrban LivingSolar EnergyManufacturingBiotechnologyCyber SecurityComplex SystemsIndustrial MathsBuilt EnvironmentInternet of ThingsMaritime and marineQuantum TechnologiesDefence and SecurityInfrastructure SystemsAdditive ManufacturingElectronic TechnologiesSimulation and ModellingIndustrial BiotechnologyAccess to Funding and FinancePosition, Navigation and TimingElectronics sensors & photonicsRobotics and Artificial IntelligenceSustainability & Circular EconomyUncertainty Quantification and ManagementCompound Semiconductors Special Interest Group...
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Business Basics 2 - SME productivity (Proof of Concept)
Up to £2 million is available to run proof of concept projects aimed at how to encourage SMEs to adopt productivity boosting technology or management
Opens:
28.01.19
Closes:
17.04.19
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Business Basics 2 - SME productivity (business led trials)
Up to £2 million is available for trials to build evidence on how to encourage SMEs to adopt productivity boosting technology or management practices.
Opens:
28.01.19
Closes:
17.04.19
Funding:
Business Basics 2 - SME productivity (non-business led trials)
Up to £2 million is available for trials to build evidence on how to encourage SMEs to adopt productivity boosting technology or management practices.
Opens:
28.01.19
Closes:
17.04.19
Event:
31.01.19
Opportunities in Immersive Technology
Where:
Bedruthan Hotel, Mawgan Porth (nr Newquay), Cornwall, TR8 4BU
When:
15.03.19
Event:
30.01.19
Sustainable Materials for Composites Collaboration Building Event and Workshop
Where:
Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IOM3), Euston Road, London, UK
When:
26.03.19
Event:
21.01.19
Quantum Computing in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Where:
Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences, Clarkson Road, Cambridge, UK
When:
14.03.19