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SUMMARY:Empowering Women in Biotech 2026
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Women in Biotech 2026 brings together professionals across the biotech and life sciences sector\, alongside women exploring careers in the industry. The event features talks from inspirational women on leadership\, pioneering innovation\, increasing visibility in biotech\, investment challenges\, and ways to connect with peers. Pioneer Group is proud to sponsor this event and support its mission to inspire and empower women across the sector. \nThe event aims to: \n\nEncourage women to enter careers in biotech and increase the visibility of women in the industry\nProvide an inclusive space for attendees to share personal and professional experiences and career strategies from a female perspective\nSupport women at any stage of their professional journey to continue a career in biotech and achieve their future aspirations\nProvide opportunities to connect with one another and grow a wider network of professionals working in biotech\n\nDue to the popularity of this event\, tickets will be limited to two delegates per company. \nAgenda\n09:40 – 10:10 – Registration & Networking \n10:10 – 10:15 – Welcome  – John Mackenzie\, Director (Scotland)\, Pioneer Group \n10:15 – 10:35 – Ketnote Speaker – Poonam Malik \n10:35 – 11:25 – Career Progression Stories \n• Laura Kennedy\, Training Manager\, Roslin CT \n• Anna Lothian\, Senior Associate\, Tower Mains \n• Sarah Lynagh\, CEO\, Fios Genomics \n• Áine Mishra\, Head of Strategic Development\, TauRx Therapeutics Management \n11:25 – 11:35 – Comfrot Break \n11:35 – 11:50 – 5 Minutes Career Stories So Far \n• Maryori Jardim\, Account Manager\, Sampled \n• Zandile Nare\, Senior Scientist – Protein\, Biophysics and Structural Biology (PBSB)\, Concept Life Sciences \n11:50 – 12:50 – Passing The Torch \n• Fiona Nielsen\, Director\, Pioneer Group \n• Harriet Lester\, Associate\, Pioneer Group \n12:50 – 12:55 – Conference Close – Karen Davies\, Head of Strategic Partnerships\, Equans Sci-Tech \n12:55 – 14:00 – Lunch & Networking \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://thepioneergroup.com/event/empowering-women-in-biotech-2026/
LOCATION:BioCity Glasgow\, Bo’Ness Road\, Newhouse\, Glasgow\, ML1 5UH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Bio Integrates 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at Victoria House\, Bio Integrates 2026 brings together innovative companies shaping the future of therapeutics. \nThe event provides a distinguished forum to explore key challenges impacting the biotech sector and to discuss strategies for unlocking potential and accelerating success. With a strong focus on start-ups\, biotech and emerging pharmaceutical organisations\, Bio Integrates 2026 supports meaningful discussion and collaboration across the industry. \nSenior leaders from biotechnology\, contract development and manufacturing organisations (CDMOs)\, supply chain and investment sectors will come together to exchange insights and help drive discovery and growth.
URL:https://thepioneergroup.com/event/bio-integrates-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria House\, Bloomsbury Square\, London\, WC1B 4DA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Pioneer Presents: The Role of Sustainable Packaging in a Circular Economy
DESCRIPTION:Pioneer Group is delighted to partner the Bio-Based and Biodegradable Industries Association (BBIA) with Innovate UK Business Connect to deliver this exciting event\, championing sustainable packaging. \nPackaging sits at the heart of the transition to a circular economy\, influencing material flows\, carbon emissions\, consumer behaviour and waste outcomes across the entire value chain. This one-day event brings together policymakers\, brand owners\, material innovators\, waste management experts and academics to explore how sustainable packaging can accelerate the UK’s Circular Economy Growth Plan. \nThrough keynote insights\, expert presentations and panel discussions\, the event will examine the evolving UK policy and regulatory landscape\, including Extended Producer Responsibility\, renewable feedstocks and national materials innovation strategies. \nAttendees will gain practical perspectives on end-of-life management\, consumer expectations\, brand commitments and the role of bio-based\, compostable and natural materials in delivering functional\, environmentally responsible packaging solutions. \nAgenda: \n09:30 | Registration & Refreshments \n10:00 -10:30 | Welcome & Opening Remarks \n\nWelcome & Opening | Jen Vanderhoven\, CEO\, BBIA\nKeynote | Why Packaging is at the Centre of the Circular Economy Growth Plan | TBC\nThe UK Sustainable Packaging Landscape | Sally Beken\, Innovate Business Connect\n\n10:40 – 12:10 UK Landscape for Sustainable Packaging \n\nDealing with packaging Waste at End-of-Life – A Waste Management Company’s View | Tom Mockridge\, Director of Regulatory Affairs\, Recorra\nExtended Producer Responsibility and Sustainable Packaging: The Pack UK Approach | Dr Yogesh Kumar\, Technical Lead – Recyclability Assessment Methodology\nThe Role of Renewable Feedstocks in the Packaging Pact | Thomas Baker\, Specialist (Plastics)\, WRAP\nShaping Sustainable Packaging through the National Materials Innovation Plan | Suzanne Halden\, ScotChem\nConsumer insights and brand commitments | TBC\n\nPanel Q&A with all speakers \n12:40 – 13:30 | Networking Lunch  \n13:30 – 14:45 | The Role of Bio-based & Compostable and Natural Materials in Sustainable Packaging \n\nTransforming Packaging with Wood-Based Materials: Scaling Renewable Alternatives to Plastics | Sean Fortune\, Commercial Director\, Woodly\nCompostable Packaging in Practice: Designing for Foodservice\, Collection and End-of-Life | Eilidh O’Connor\, Head of Environmental\, Vegware\nPlastic Free Natural Polymers: Replacing Single-Use Plastics with High-Performance Natural Polymers | Hannah Pearse\, Business Development Manager\, Xampla\nFrom Fibre to Function: The Role of Natural Materials in Circular Packaging Systems | Josie Morris\, CEO\, Woolcool\nA bio-based and Biodegradable replacement for expanded polystyrene | Dr Robert McElroy\, University of Lincoln\nInnovations in barrier coatings for sustainable packaging | Maria Inam\, Market Strategy Manager\, CPI\n\n15:00 – 15:15 | Networking Break \n15:15 – 16:00 Sustainable Packaging: Navigating Certifications and Claims \n\nAvoiding Greenwash: Making Credible\, Evidence-Based Sustainability Claims in Packaging | Professor Joanna Gavins\, University of Sheffield\nCertification\, Traceability and Trust: Demonstrating Bio-Based Benefits Across the Value Chain | Martin Heels\, Technical Divisional Manager – Chemistry – SATRA\n\n16:00 – 16:15 | Closing Remarks & Key Takeaways
URL:https://thepioneergroup.com/event/the-role-of-sustainable-packaging-in-a-circular-economy/
LOCATION:Wilton Centre\, Wilton Centre\, Redcar\, TS10 4RF\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Colworth Work Experience 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover a unique work experience opportunity at Colworth Science Park this summer\, where you will gain hands-on experience\, explore projects from flavour science to food safety\, and develop skills that will set you apart in your future career. \nDuring this immersive week-long placement\, you will meet innovative businesses at Colworth\, explore how scientific research is applied in real-world projects such as ice cream and iced tea production\, product development\, microbiology and packaging\, and build practical skills in teamwork\, presenting and understanding the business side of science. \nSubmit your application by 1 April 2026 to take part.
URL:https://thepioneergroup.com/event/colworth-work-experience-2026/
LOCATION:Gastronomica Building\, Colworth Park
CATEGORIES:Live Event
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