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University of Warwick set to host Birmingham Tech Week events to promote innovation across the West Midlands
The University of Warwick will host events next week for Birmingham Tech Week, the UK’s largest regional tech festival.
University of Warwick scientists create virtual marmite for World Marmite Day – with ground-breaking potential for Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Scientists at the University of Warwick have produced virtual flavours of marmite and vegemite from scratch, using technology that can replicate the flavour of almost any food or drink and is being used in a new taste test to help with early Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
Robocrop: The robot assistants helping farmers to increase productivity
The future of farming could involve robots– as farmers seek to address labour shortages and increase crop yields.
THE SOUND OF THE UNDERGROUND: What noisy worms tell us about soil health
Researchers are listening to earthworms to monitor soil health, in what could be a major innovation for maintaining soil health.
University of Warwick Innovation Campus Growth Plan Takes a Step Forward
Plans to grow the University of Warwick Innovation Campus Stratford-upon-Avon at Wellesbourne have taken an important step forward. Stratford-on-Avon District Council has approved a plan to guide the long-term growth of the Campus.
University of Warwick Appoints Dr Tim Hart as Director of Warwick Innovations
The University of Warwick has announced the appointment of Dr Tim Hart as the new Director of Warwick Innovations, the university's technology transfer and commercialisation office.
University of Warwick announces new partnership with Tech West Mids
The University of Warwick has announced a new partnership with Tech West Mids (Tech WM), a not-for-profit organisation that aims to help tech businesses and entrepreneurs in the region go global.
Midlands universities aim to raise £250m investment for startups in the region
Plans to raise up to £250 million to boost startup growth in the Midlands have been announced today.
Midlands Mindforge Limited, co-founded by the University of Warwick, along with seven other universities aims to secure significant private investment to support early-stage businesses across the region.
One month to go! The University of Warwick head stateside for the ‘Oscars of Esports’
On the 10th of December, students and staff from the University of Warwick will be heading to Las Vegas, USA, to attend the finalist ceremony for the Esports Awards.
Flagship Coventry transport project takes a major step forward to net zero
The Coventry Very Light Rail Project (CVLR) has taken a major step forward, as Coventry City CouncilLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window and WMG, at the University of Warwick, launch a real-world demo site for its light rail track system.
New Independent Report Highlights Strengths & Opportunities for Innovation in West Midlands
An independent report from innovation and investment consultancy firm, Beauhurst, reveals how the University of Warwick is helping to drive the West Midlands’ position as a powerhouse for innovation, which is in turn supporting growth in the local economy.
New programme launches in Westminster which aims to put the UK at the forefront of hydrogen innovation
An initiative which is designed to support and foster the creation of a new hydrogen economy in the Midlands was formally launched this week at the House of Lords, to an audience of MPs, peers, businesses, academics and senior civil servants. (Issued by ERA).
UK closer to net-zero steel thanks to new WMG and Tata Steel partnership
More sustainable, low-carbon steel and electric vehicle batteries are the target of a new two-year technology development programme between WMG at the University of Warwick and Tata Steel, as part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult.
Big ideas to improve patient flow in hospitals sought from innovators
The University of Warwick is calling on innovators and businesses to pitch solutions that will improve patient flow through the hospital.
UK and Australia sign trade deal – Monash Warwick Alliance set to benefit
The UK has signed an historic trade agreement with Australia, which includes unprecedented opportunities for academic researchers to work between the two countries — which will boost the already successful Alliance between the Universities of Warwick and Monash.
Coventry’s Affordable Very Light Rail Track Unveiled
· As part of Coventry Very Light Rail (VLR), Coventry City Council’s flagship transport project, a novel track form has been designed and manufactured by researchers from WMG, University of Warwick, together with their design partners Ingerop/Rendel.
£100,000 funding to launch Health and Wellbeing Innovation Network to cultivate the next healthcare innovators
Businesses aiming to move into or grow within the healthcare, technology and wellbeing sectors can harness university and hospital expertise and resources, as well as specialist work space and business support, through a new network launched by the University of Warwick in partnership with University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust and Bruntwood SciTech.
Creative business programme gives Leamington Spa’s Parade pedestrians pedal powered boost
The University of Warwick’s free Creative Futures Incubator based in Leamington Spa’s co-working space 1 Mill Street is already powering up new local businesses, but now is also powering pedestrians up the Parade in Leamington, with 2 e-trikes. These innovative pedicabs provide a creative, environmentally friendly way for residents to get around the town centre and access the shops.
University of Warwick offers to help 5 more creative businesses - 6 months free in a 5G enabled business incubator
The University of Warwick is looking for the next cohort of creative businesses that it can help with its Creative Futures programme and businesses have just over two weeks to apply to be part of the programme and access 5G enabled business incubator space in Leamington Spa’s 1 Mill Street. Applications close on 15th February 2021.
BT and University of Warwick to accelerate 5G innovation for regional economic recovery
BT, University of Warwick and Warwickshire County Council today, Tuesday 3rd November 2020, announced a collaboration to bring 5G innovation and co-development to the University campus and the wider region, stimulating regional economic growth and post Covid-19 recovery