We are excited to announce the UK Microsystems Network Launch Event, taking place at the Birmingham Exchange on 27th June 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
This important event marks a new era for the UK microsystems community, providing an opportunity to shape the future of microsystems innovation, research, and collaboration across industry, academia, and policy sectors.
About the UK Microsystems Network Launch
The Microsystems Network aims to foster a vibrant, collaborative ecosystem that drives advances in microscale technologies. The launch event will:
- Lay out the vision for the Microsystems Network
- Feature keynote speakers from academia, industry, and policy
- Provide a community forum to ensure diverse voices shape the Network’s direction
Whether you are working in microsystems research, innovation, engineering, product development, or policymaking, this event is the perfect platform to connect, collaborate, and contribute.
What to Expect at the Launch Event
Highlights of the day include:
- Welcome and vision presentation by Dr Gerard Cummins (University of Birmingham)
- Insights from Andy Lawrence (Head of Engineering, EPSRC)
- Keynote talks from leaders in academia and industry
- Panel discussion on building a strong UK microsystems ecosystem
- Open Community Forum for collaborative dialogue
This launch is designed to bring together a cross-section of the UK engineering and microsystems community, fostering new collaborations and ensuring that the Network grows in a way that supports real-world needs.
Event Details
- Date: 27th June 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Arrivals and networking from 9:00 AM)
- Location: Birmingham Exchange, Birmingham, UK
- Registration: Reserve your free ticket here
Why Attend?
The Microsystems Network Launch Event offers a rare opportunity to:
- Hear directly from leading figures shaping the future of microsystems research and innovation
- Engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities in the field
- Influence the future direction of the UK Microsystems Network
- Network with academic leaders, industrial innovators, and policymakers
Whether you are an academic researcher, an engineer in industry, a startup innovator, or a government policymaker, your voice matters in shaping the future of microsystems in the UK.
