Life Sciences Partnerships Day
Aligning Research with Real-World Impact
Join us for a day of connection, collaboration and innovation bringing together academic researchers, funders, industry and other external organisations. Explore how the University of Glasgow’s life sciences expertise can help tackle real-world challenges.
Date: Wednesday, 1st October 2025
Location: Advanced Research Centre (ARC) Seminar Suites, University of Glasgow
Why attend?
This event is designed to create space for meaningful engagement between MVLS researchers and external organisations. Through a combination of keynote talks, industry-led pitches, collaborative workshops, and networking opportunities, the day aims to:
- Showcase MVLS research strengths and ambitions
- Identify opportunities for collaborative problem-solving
- Facilitate conversations around funding, skills development, and translational impact
- Build lasting partnerships to address key societal challenges with a focus on human and animal health, life sciences, and the environment
Agenda
Morning Session: Research and Development Challenges and Research Solutions
9.00am – 9:30am
- Registration and Refreshments/Networking
9:30am – 9:45am
- Welcome & Opening Remarks Speaker: Professor Iain McInnes, VP & Head of College
9:45am – 10:05am
- Keynote Address: MVLS Research & Innovation Speakers: Professor Gerard Graham, Dean of Research & Innovation & Dr Louise Mason, Head of Innovation & Enterprise
10:05am – 10:15am
- MVLS Partnerships Support
10:15am – 11:15am
- Partner Opportunities Pitch Session Chair: Dr Natasha Tian, Senior Partnerships Manager Moderators: MVLS Partnerships Team
11:15am – 11:30am
- Coffee Break & Networking
11:30am – 12:15pm
- Education Session Co-Chairs: Professor Cheryl Woolhead, Dean of Learning & Teaching, Professor Stuart Nicklin, Dean of Postgraduate Research Moderator: David Faulds, Employer Engagement Manager
12:15pm – 1:30pm
- Lunch & Networking
Afternoon Session: Building Success Through Partnerships
1:30pm – 2:15pm
- Keynote Speaker: Creating Opportunities Through Academia-Industry Collaboration Speaker: Dr Simon Barry, Executive Director, Oncology, AstraZeneca
2:15pm – 2:45pm
- Overview of MVLS Research Facilities
2:45pm – 3:45pm
- Funding & Partnership Opportunities Panel Chair: Dr Louise Mason, Head of Innovation & Enterprise Moderators: MVLS Partnerships Team
3:45pm – 4.00pm
- Wrap-up: Key Takeaways Speakers: Dr Louise Mason, Head of Innovation & Enterprise
4.00pm – 5:00pm
- Drinks reception & Networking
Want to get involved?
Industry Partnerships
Our industry partnerships connect your business with world-leading research, clinical and non-clinical expertise, funding support, and world-class facilities. Together, these resources help your business meet the challenges facing your industry.
Educational Partnerships
Our educational partnerships give organisations the opportunity to upskill their workforce through bespoke courses and also help prepare students with the practical skills and experience needed for successful careers beyond university.
Living Laboratory Healthcare Symposium
Join the Living Laboratory for a full day designed to equip delegates with the insights, strategies, and connections needed to transform pioneering ideas into impactful healthcare solutions.
IAA Funding Applications
We currently hold two funds from the BBSRC and MRC, valued at approximately £2.5M, to support the translation of research and to enable the development of impact opportunities in more flexible, responsive and creative ways.
