The University of Â鶹Æƽâ°æ launches inaugural Innovation Festival
The University of Â鶹Æƽâ°æ will bring together researchers, students, entrepreneurs, industry partners,ÌýinvestorsÌýand civic leaders for its first Innovation Festival, taking place from 5–9 October 2026. Ìý
The week-long Festival will celebrate andÌýshowcaseÌýthe people, partnerships and ideas that are helping to shape the future through research,ÌýenterpriseÌýand collaboration. Ìý
Through hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, awards, talks and networking opportunities, attendees will have the chance to explore Â鶹Æƽâ°æ’s vibrant and globally connected innovation ecosystem and discover how ideas are translated into real-world impact. Ìý
Professor Aline Miller, Associate Vice-President for Enterprise at The University of Â鶹Æƽâ°æ said: “Innovation happens when brilliant people, ideas and partnerships come together. The University of Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Innovation Festival is an opportunity toÌýshowcaseÌýthe extraordinary innovation taking place across ourÌýUniversityÌýand to connect our researchers, students, entrepreneurs,ÌýpartnersÌýand investors with new opportunities to collaborate. Ìý
“Aligned with our Â鶹Æƽâ°æ 2035 strategy - From Â鶹Æƽâ°æ, for the World - theÌýFestivalÌýreflects our ambition to turn world-leading ideas into real-world impact that delivers benefits for people, places and communities locally and globally." Ìý
Whether developing a new idea, looking for collaborators, exploring investment opportunities or simply curious about innovation, attendees will be able to connect with experts, innovators, students, fundersÌýand partners from across the University and beyond. Ìý
Registration details,ÌýspeakersÌýand the full programme will be announced in the coming months. Ìý
Register your interest and sign up for updates at /collaborate/innovation-festival/Ìý