From Discovery to Delivery: Sustainable Innovation Across Health & Life Sciences

This event will bring together a cross-section of professionals from industry, academia and the NHS to explore innovations, not only in “traditional” themes of sustainability, such as materials circularity and waste reduction, but also in associated areas that are crucial to future healthcare systems, including digital health and social science strategies.

Sustainability in health and life sciences is no longer just about recycling and energy use – it’s about transforming systems, products, and partnerships. This event will explore how innovation at every stage, from early-stage research to commercial deployment, can drive meaningful, sustainable impact.

Gain insights from leaders in industry and academia as they share how new technologies, materials, and digital platforms are reshaping the future of healthcare and life sciences. Learn how we can bridge the gap between discovery and delivery, and how collaboration across sectors is essential to building a truly sustainable health ecosystem.

The programme will feature keynote talks, innovation spotlights, a panel discussion (Sustainability Without Silos), and plenty of opportunities to network across academic and industry communities. This event is hosted by the Henry Royce Institute and supported by STFC’s North West Health Cluster.

Agenda 
12:00-12:45 Registration and Welcome Lunch
12:45-13:00 Welcome to Royce: Dr Ania Jolly, Head of Research and Business Engagement, The Henry Royce Institute

Industry Innovations in Sustainable Healthcare
13:00-13:30 Megan Welch, Head of Sustainability, Bupa Dental Care UK
13:30-13:45 Simon Hogg, Group Innovations Director, Vernacare
13:45-14:00 TBC

Break and Networking 
14:00–14:30

How Research is Shaping Greener Healthcare
14:30-15:00 Professor Steve Rannard, University of Liverpool and The Hub for Advanced Long-acting Therapeutics (HALo)
15:00-15:15 Dr Tom Mcdonald, The University of Manchester and The Henry Royce Institute
15:15-15:30 Conor Peacock, Alder Hey Innovation

Sustainability Without Silos: Aligning Research, Policy and Practice
15:30-16:00 Panel and Q&A

Networking & Refreshments
16:00–16:30