X-CITED Industry Connection Programme: ‘Focus Fortnight’ – Demystifying industry collaborations
Industry Connection Programme: ‘Focus Fortnight’ – Demystifying industry collaborations
2nd session of our Industry Connection Programme’s ‘Focus Fortnight’
This is an interactive online session where you will work in plenary and in breakout rooms over activities that will provide the following learnings:
- Understand what is in it for your industry partner
- Clarify what they need from you
- Manage expectations on what you can and will deliver, and by when
- Deliver within non-disclosure agreements and intellectual property constraints
- Build lasting relationships for further collaboration
Alongside these learnings there will be opportunities for you to meet peers from other institutions and exchange experiences. This workshop is designed with breaks and breathing spaces to enhance the learning.
No prior experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore new opportunities for collaboration.
📅 When: 13th October 2026
📍Where: Online (via Teams)
🕰️Time: 09:30 - 12:30
Click the link to register: Demystifying industry collaborations
(Open to all Research Technical Professional (RTPs) within GW4 (Universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff & Exeter) - Even if your RTP role is outside Engineering and Physical Sciences, please do still sign up!
If caring responsibilities or other personal circumstances may make it difficult for you to attend, please let us know when registering so we can explore possible support options with you.
**RTPs are "specialists who apply their technical knowledge and expertise to advancing research.”
