From academic curiosity to commercial application. How does curiosity-driven research translate into real-world impact?

In this webinar, we’re joined by the Hub for Biotechnology in the Built Environment (HBBE) and the Living Construction Research Group to explore the journey from lab to market, showcasing groundbreaking examples of application-driven research. We’ll break down how biomaterial innovations navigate TRL levels, overcome industry hurdles, and move from discovery to commercialization.

Featuring:

• Martyn Dade-Robertson, Professor of Emerging Technology, Northumbria University & Founder, Hub for Biotechnology in the Built Environment

• Dr. Katie Gilmour, Senior Researcher, Living Construction Group, Northumbria University

• Thora Arnardottir, Postdoctoral Researcher, Living Construction Group, Northumbria University