Masterclass: Life sciences R&D funding

Scotland has an enviable reputation over centuries of pioneering invention and medical innovation. Life science companies operating in Scotland benefit from a wealth of support for business growth, including a variety of R&D grants.

Whether you are getting involved in R&D for the first time or looking to expand the research and development activities of your company, this event will advise you which grants are best for you.

• Learn about SMART, R&D Grants and Innovation Support, and what makes a successful application.
• Find out how the Knowledge Transfer Network can support you with applications to Innovate UK funding calls.
• Bust the myths of what European Funding is available from Horizon 2020.

Agenda

10:30

Registration

Tea and Coffee

11.00

Welcome

11.05            

R&D Grants from Scottish Enterprise

Jonathan Simpson, Scottish Enterprise

11.25

Innovation support

Paul Cross, Scottish Enterprise

11.35

Innovate UK grants

Sarah Goulding, Knowledge Transfer Network

Gordon Ford, Knowledge Transfer Network

12.05 

Horizon 2020 and other European opportunities

Claire Melville, Enterprise Europe Network

12.30 – 13.15

Networking lunch