Join Northern Gritstone and KQ Labs as we celebrate the launch of our new programme, designed to support groundbreaking startups emerging from universities across the North of England.
Spaces are limited – RSVP now to secure your spot! Please note your registration is subject to approval by the host.
This event brings together innovators, investors, and the broader life sciences ecosystem for an early evening of:
🍸 Summer drinks & networking with the Crick and wider life sciences community
🚀 Meet our latest cohort and discover exciting innovations coming out of Northern Arc universities
🧠 Panel discussion with leading voices from biotech and innovation
Whether you're a startup founder, researcher, investor, or simply passionate about the future of life sciences in the UK, we invite you to raise a glass with us and meet this exciting next generation of academic innovators.
Northern Gritstone x KQ Labs
Northern Gritstone, the groundbreaking investment company chaired by Lord Jim O’Neill, and KQ Labs, the life sciences accelerator delivered by The Francis Crick Institute, have announced the launch of a new life sciences venture building programme – NG Studios powered by KQ Labs.
Our accelerator is tailored to early-stage life sciences founders in the universities of Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield, who are translating their research breakthroughs into high-growth, investable businesses.
Agenda:
4pm - Arrivals at the Francis Crick Institute, London
4.30-5.30pm - Panel discussion
5:30-7pm - Networking with refreshments
