Showcase your research to industry experts for valuable written feedback on your technology 

When & Where:

  • Thursday 14th May, CTF Building, from 12-5pm (Participants are only required to attend for their allocated pitch slot) 

About the event: 

This is a unique opportunity for researchers at The University of Manchester to present innovative ideas that address challenges in recycling. Participants will pitch to a panel of industry and investment experts who will provide written feedback and identify opportunities for further development and collaboration.* 

Researchers from PhD level onwards, including postdoctoral researchers, fellows and academic staff are encouraged to participate. 

We welcome ideas across the recycling and circular economy landscape, including but not limited to: 

  • Advanced recycling technologies 
  • Critical materials recovery 
  • Smart recycling systems & AI 
  • Materials designed for recyclability 
  • Textile recycling & circular fashion 
  • Consumer behaviour, education & policy 
  • Waste sorting, collection & recovery

The Panel of Experts includes: 

    • Adam Kowalski- Director of Modelling & Analytics of Manufacturing Processes, Unilever

    • Steven Brown- New Technology Development Manager, Scott Bader & Sustainability Director, Composites UK

    • James Winterburn- Founder & Technical Director, Holiferm

    • Graeme Heyes- Director of Sustainable Innovation, Litmus Sustainability

    • Alison Maughan- Investment Manager, Northern Gritstone

Application deadline: 23rd April 

To apply, please submit a short summary of your idea and its potential impact, using this form.

If you have any questions, please contact Ben Llewellyn at ben.llewellyn@uominnovationfactory.com. 

 

 *Written feedback will be provided to all participants. Please note, no funding or investment will be awarded.  All information shared during this event will remain confidential.