Knowledge Centre
Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.
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Transforming Foundation Industries Technology Showcase, Conferences, Abstracts & Survey
Find out about how to submit a video for the TFI Cohort Technology Showcase, how to submit an abstract for our three TFI conferences, and a link to complete a short survey to shape the future activity of Transforming Foundation Industries.
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![Sensors, Controls and Digitalisation (for resource / energy efficiency)](https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Ceramic-sintering-furnace-.jpg)
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Sensors, Controls and Digitalisation (for resource / energy efficiency)
Watch KTN’s three conferences on the Foundation Industries, in partnership with TFI Network+ and TransFIRe, covering: resource efficiency; sensors, control and digitalisation; and energy recovery.
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![Energy Efficiency (process efficiency, heat recovery)](https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Ceramic-sintering-furnace-.jpg)
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Energy Efficiency (process efficiency, heat recovery)
Register for KTN’s three conferences on the Foundation Industries, in partnership with TFI Network+ and TransFIRe, covering: resource efficiency; sensors, control and digitalisation; and energy recovery.
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![Resource Efficiency (waste utilisation, symbiosis, design for circular economy)](https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Ceramic-sintering-furnace-.jpg)
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Resource Efficiency (waste utilisation, symbiosis, design for circular economy)
Register for KTN’s three conferences on the Foundation Industries, in partnership with TFI Network+ and TransFIRe, covering: resource efficiency; sensors, control and digitalisation; and energy recovery.
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![Uncrewed marine vessel developer makes waves in Canada after GBIP](https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Picture1.png)
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Uncrewed marine vessel developer makes waves in Canada after GBIP
‘Robotics-as-a-service’ innovator HydroSurv is planning a Canadian subsidiary launch after participating in a Global Business Innovation Programme (GBIP) and revamping its IP strategy, supported by Innovate UK EDGE.
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Social enterprise expands with Innovate UK EDGE help
Birmingham-based Niyo Enterprise has created 12 new jobs for black female hair stylists and support workers after Innovate UK EDGE helped the company to redefine its business strategy as a social enterprise and to pinpoint new market opportunities.
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Place-based Innovation - Gauteng Design Workshop
This full-day Design Workshop will bring local stakeholders in Guateng, South Africa together to co-create a shared vision for the future. Register today to have your say!
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The future of safety technology and creating a safe online world - what the ideal world for suppliers and users can look like
In this session run by KTN as a delivery partner in the Safety Tech Innovation Network, in partnership with Crisp and DCMS, we’ll discuss and highlight the future benefits of a well-established safety tech sector.
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Engage with...Cummins
Join us to hear more from industry-leading Cummins’ ambitious electrification strategy and focus on Power Electronics & Electrical Machines.
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![Farming Innovation Programme: Research Starter Pilot: Application Advice and FAQs](https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/wheat.jpg)
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Farming Innovation Programme: Research Starter Pilot: Application Advice and FAQs
Some guidance on how to film and upload your videos for the Defra and UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Research Starter competition.