BioWales 2012
Innovation, Translation and Commercialisation
BioWales 2012 marks the 10th anniversary of the international life sciences event, and to celebrate, the event on March 13 and 14 will be the biggest yet – in its new home, the iconic Wales Millennium Centre overlooking the waterfront of Cardiff Bay, and with a much broader global focus.
The two day show reflects the significance of the life sciences sector in Wales and comprises a conference that will attract major international profile speakers to inspire and inform, an exhibition of industry and academia to showcase the innovative research and development taking place in Wales, and a brokerage event that and brings together industry professionals to make valuable business connections in a speed dating style.
The 2012 conference programme has been put together by the body which advises Welsh Government on its life science strategy, the Life Science Sector Panel, headed by biotech entrepreneur Professor Sir Chris Evans who will be a keynote speaker at the event. Conference themes have a sharper commercial edge, and will include:
- Innovation
- Translation
- Commercialisation
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Why Exhibit?
Becoming an exhibitor opens up huge potential for meeting with new people in and around your industry. This years exhibition is bigger and better.
Sponsorship
Even more delegates, great speakers and a fantastic gala dinner; just some of the reasons why sponsorship of BioWales should be on your organisations "must do" list.
We have a wide variety of sponsorship packages to suit your organisation.
The 2012 Event
Amongst the presentations, Sir Chris Evans will unveil exciting plans for the future of life sciences in Wales, and the Futurewatch session highlights new technologies and commercial ventures to look out for. Sir Chris said: "We have really upped the ante for BioWales 2012 with a 10th event in this magnificent Welsh landmark building that will capture the dynamism and vitality in the life sciences in today’s Wales. It’s an exciting prospect and not to be missed!"
The themes this year will showcase the Welsh Government's commitment to support Innovation, Translation and Commercialisation, in particular the focus on attracting private finance and experienced investors, and on finding, creating and supporting entrepreneurs who have the skills and appetite to commercialise research and grow businesses. The event aims to provide opportunities to expose people in Wales to ambition and success, and demonstrate that Wales is a key location for Life Sciences research and enterprise.
A gala dinner will be held for delegates at the Wales Millennium Centre on March 13, featuring entertainment from some top class acts.
The life sciences in Wales are represented by some 330 companies, employing over 15,000 people and contributing more than £1.3bn to the Welsh economy.
Wales Millennium Centre is the iconic multi-arts venue in Cardiff bay just a short taxi ride from Cardiff Central Station, and 40 minutes from Cardiff Airport.
BioWales is an event programmed by the Welsh Government and produced by the Orchard Media and Events Group.