Wednesday 11th June 2025, 12:00pm to 12:40pm
Roslin Innovation Centre, Mezzanine Boardroom (01M.07)
Roslin Innovation Centre is hosting a series of monthly events for RIC tenants and members with short presentations on topics relevant to founding companies and SMEs.
The format of these will be a brief presentation and Q&A of 30 to 40 minutes, followed by an opportunity for RIC tenants and members to have a one-to-one session with the presenters.
The topic of these events will vary from month to month which will cover data security, IP, R&D tax breaks, mental health awareness, funding opportunities/schemes, lab sustainability, improving your negotiation skills, new technology etc.
Innovation funding consultancy Leyton addresses the two most common barriers to growth; people and money.
The UK's largest specialist in Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credits, the company focuses on helping businesses, especially in the UK, claim R&D Tax Credits and other government incentives that reward UK companies for investing in innovation.
Presenters at this lunch-time seminar are:
If you wish a 1-2-1 meeting after the event with either of the presenters, please request this by email and we will put arrangements in place for you.
Bioscience is at the forefront of innovations that can significantly improve both human and animal health. At the heart of progress lies robust Research & Development, however the financial burden of R&D can be quite significant, often posing a considerable challenge to companies whether a start-up or well-established.
R&D tax credits are a government incentive which rewards UK companies for investing in innovation, acting as a catalyst for innovation by providing critical financial incentives and designed to supports companies that work on innovative projects in science and technology.
ABOUT LEYTON
Leyton has over 12 years of experience in R&D and over 25 years of experience working with businesses of all sizes. The company operates globally, with offices in the UK, Ireland, and the USA.
Services include helping businesses understand and claim R&D Tax Credits, providing tax and technical expertise, developing innovative strategies, and assisting with HMRC enquiries.
INVITATION EXCLUSIVE TO RIC TENANTS AND MEMBERS
This event is also an opportunity to meet with other Roslin Innovation Centre tenants and members, to share experiences and contribute to our wider ecosystem.
Please circulate and encourage representation at these events with an appropriate staff member within your team.
We encourage in-person attendance, however we do appreciate this is not always possible. If you require to join the event virtually please email to request an MS Teams link.
Roslin Innovation Centre
The University of Edinburgh
Easter Bush Campus
Midlothian EH25 9RG
