QEII Conference Centre
18 June 2024
08:30 - 16:30
In its third year, Creating a Scientific Superpower, highlighted the UK's potential in science and innovation.
The conference explored the challenges of establishing an environment that attracts global talent and international business, while facilitating the journey from spin-out to IPO, and securing venture capital during a period of economic uncertainty.
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Throughout the day, the conference featured dynamic discussions focused on unlocking the UK's potential as a scientific superpower, creating a globally competitive ecosystem, and driving national productivity through innovative manufacturing and advanced R&D.
The conference also showcased the emerging linkages between regional clusters that are accelerating growth in innovation and technology sectors nationwide, while drawing insights from successful global clusters.
Guests were able to connect with leading scientists, government ministers, business leaders, and investors to actively contribute to shaping the UK's journey towards becoming a scientific superpower.
Building on the success of the 2023 conference, which drew over 500 guests and featured speakers from industry giants such as AstraZeneca, Moderna, Altos Labs, UKRI, Aveva, Harwell, Midlands Engine, and two Secretaries of State, the 2024 conference helped chart a course for the future of UK science and innovation as a genuine global superpower.
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