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Innovations in materials

The Medical Innovation Forum brings together academic researchers and product designers to discuss the latest in innovations in materials science and processes for the design of new medical devices.

A variety of roundtable discussion groups are being staged in order to bring together participants who share an interest in topics such as: surface engineering; biocompatibility; corrosion and durability; effect of materials on treatment & surgical techniques; fabrication processes; materials modeling; and nanotechnology.

Discussion groups already confirmed include:

Discussion Group: Surface modification of biomaterials to control cellular responses
Professor Rachel Williams, Clinical Engineering and Ophthalmology, School of Clinical Sciences, University of Liverpool

Discussion Group: Biomarkers - Are they still useful in Translational research?
Dr Ravinder Singh Vohra, Leeds Vascular Institute, The General Infirmary at Leeds

Discussion Group: Surface Finishing and Measurement
Dr Phillip Harrison, Commercial Manager Centre for Precision Technologies, University of Huddersfield

Discussion Group: Materials and Nanotechnology
Dr Martin Highett, Centre Manager, Sorby Nano Investigation Centre, University of Sheffield

 

Interested in hosting a roundtable discussion group?

For details of the exhibiting opportunities, please call
Jennie Bailey or Liz Humber on +44 (0) 1883 344 799