The Manchester Model - Industry Led: Academic Fed

Does your company need to improve productivity, whilst also addressing the demand for more sustainable products and operations as we strive towards the UK’s net-zero targets?

Are you looking to increase your product performance using less material to achieve the same performance?

Could your business join the 400 others who’ve already benefited from a rapidly growing global graphene economy through Manchester’s unique industry-led model?

Are you ready to explore the limitless possibilities of innovation?

Booking has now opened for our exclusive industry-focussed two-day immersive event to demonstrate how we deliver a pipeline to scale-up – from 2D material research tailored to your application needs, to supporting accelerated real-world translation.

Join our waiting list! Discover how the Manchester Model could transform your commercial future. 

Why attend? 

1. Opportunity: gain insights into the 'academic pipeline' and commercial applications of graphene and 2D materials. Explore real case studies from industry leaders like Carlsberg, Ford and BAC.
2. Connection: network with experts driving regional economic growth and discuss tailored strategies to support businesses of all sizes.
3. Engage: meet innovative start-ups from The University of Manchester shaping the future of graphene and 2D materials.
4. Business case: leave with a compelling business case to future-proof your business, and address current and future materials challenges.
5. Scale: accelerate scale-up through cutting-edge facilities and resources.
6. Speed: utilise our world-class facilities supported by leading academics for rapid scale-up and pilot production.

The Programme 

You'll meet academics and application experts leading cutting-edge research from lab to market, tour our advanced facilities driving research in composites and energy, see how we’re training a new generation of materials experts, and discuss how we can support your social responsibility commitments and achieve sustainability without compromising on your bottom line.

• Focus on the emerging science, with leading academics sharing the value they’ve added to industries across the globe.
• Demonstrations and tours of our work across several sectors and challenge areas, including energy, membranes, printed electronics, composites, new electronic materials, medical, construction materials and more!
• Introduction to the next generation of materials engineers and scientists.
• Finish the day with our annual Eli Harari Award that empowers students, postdoctoral researchers, and graduates at The University of Manchester to establish new companies involving graphene and 2D materials.

• Discover our approach to accelerating research from lab to market, through workshops and panel discussions led by key application specialists.
• Connect with companies - from large corporates to SMEs-benefiting from the industry-led, academic-fed Manchester Model.
• Discuss the challenges you're facing with our experienced team.

Why Manchester?

1. We're pioneering 2D material research: with nearly 20 years of experience, we lead the field in 150+ 2D materials, ensuring the perfect fit for your application.
2. Industry-driven innovation: our Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC) is solely funded by industry, providing a commercial perspective crucial for progress.
3. World-leading expertise: our community of 350+ experts, spanning academia, engineering, and application, bridges the gap between research and real-world business needs.
4. State-of-the-art facilities: The National Graphene Institute (NGI) boasts Europe's largest cleanrooms (1,500 sq m), while the GEIC accelerates projects from technology readiness levels 4 to 7, minimizing risk for companies.
5. Sustainable solutions: Over 80% of our projects prioritise sustainability, driving investment, job creation, and regional and national growth.

This July, join us on a transformative journey into the world of industry-led, academic-fed material R&D. Witness first-hand how we're helping to mould the future of industry, and how the Manchester Model can deliver prosperity and progress for your company.

Please note

We've reached capacity for this event! Don't worry, you can still join the waiting list. We'll let you know by 24th June if tickets become available.

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[Catering provided throughout the event. University staff are available for accommodation or transport queries. Contact us for more information.]