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News release
26 JUNE 2019
SCOTLAND’S NEXT GENERATION ENTREPRENEURS UNLOCK THEIR AMBITION
20 of Scotland’s most promising and ambitious entrepreneurs have achieved significant growth in the last 12 months following an RSE enterprise programme
Twenty entrepreneurs with early stage companies are celebrating their successes following a year-long programme of funding, training, mentorship and academic support from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE)’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship (UA EF) scheme funded by the Scottish Government.
Selected in June 2018 after a competitive process, the UA Enterprise Fellows received a £25,000-50,000 maintenance grant plus £20,000 to work full-time on developing and scaling their business idea and to literally unlock their ambition. They had visiting status at a Scottish university or research institute, tailored business training, and a dedicated mentor from the world of business.
The results are impressive: between them, in the first year alone, they have employed over 50 people; appointed 37 new board members; secured over 2,700 customers, contracts and users; negotiated 16 investment deals; and won 19 award nominations. They have also realised important business milestones, including spin-out company formation, market research to inform product development, establishment of scalable business models, development of prototypes to viable product launch, and identification of new commercial markets.
The budding companies include an insect breeding company creating high performance genetics for the insects-as-feed industry; a social enterprise that gifts bespoke clothing parcels to women in clothing crisis; and a company that has created a digital companion to support carers of people living with dementia.
As Scotland’s national academy, the RSE encourages enterprise, innovation and the commercialisation of technology-based ideas developed from academic research. Under the Unlocking Ambition initiative, the RSE’s programme has been designed specifically to support the development of new, innovative high-growth businesses based in Scotland.
Professor Dame Anne Glover, RSE President said:
“Scotland has a global reputation for innovation, and we need to maintain that entrepreneurial spirit. It’s vital that we have a sustainable approach to supporting start-ups that create high quality jobs, boost the Scottish economy and change lives through new ideas.
“The RSE’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship was designed with those goals in mind and participants have grasped the opportunity, with some fantastic results after just 12 months. Time, money, and expert advice and guidance are key to turning a bright idea into a viable business with long-term potential and our programme has offered all of these to early-stage businesses with masses of potential. These companies are the employers of tomorrow, innovating for the future, and we have helped them to take huge strides forward in their growth journey towards being Scotland’s business success stories.”
Thomas Farrugia, founder and director at Beta Bugs Ltd is one of the 20 entrepreneurs. Beta Bugs is an insect-breeding company, creating genetics for the rapidly emerging ‘insects-as-feed’ industry. He said:
“None of our achievements or plans we now have would have been possible without the support provided by this Fellowship. It has truly been game-changing. The training and mentoring has challenged and changed my mindset, whilst teaching me about the realities of business. It has opened doors to Scotland’s animal bioscience, agritech and aquaculture sectors, creating crucial opportunities for growth, and has provided the funds to build the business and ready it for the next phase of development.”
The RSE Enterprise Fellowship is part of the Unlocking Ambition Challenge, announced by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in November 2017. All 20 entrepreneurs will meet the First Minister at an evening reception on Wednesday 26th June to share their achievements.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Issued by Clark Communications on behalf of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Contact Angela Hughes angela@clarkcommunications.co.uk / 07970 184 198
Photos attached: group photo of 11 out of the 20 participants; head shot of Professor Dame Anne Glover
Details of the twenty RSE Enterprise Fellows are online at www.rse.org.uk/rse-unlocking-ambition-enterprise-fellows-...
Unlocking Ambition (UA) is a £4M challenge fund created by the Scottish Government as part of the Programme for Government, ‘A Nation with Ambition’. UA has supported 40 highly ambitious entrepreneurs based on their individual entrepreneurial potential, the quality and innovation of their business and the contribution they can make to an inclusive, Scottish economy. Twenty individuals have been supported by the RSE’s programme and 20 through a separate Scottish Enterprise programme. UA fully aligns with the Scottish Government’s agenda on inclusive growth and the CAN DO movement, underpinning Scotland’s ambition to position the nation as a world-class hub for entrepreneurship.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
The third edition of the Social Good Summit Geneva, concluded at the Credit Suisse Forum in Geneva, brought together 24 best-in-class emerging-markets entrepreneurs pitching scale-ready products and services to impact investors, addressing 12 out of 17 of the Sustainable Development Goals. This year’s Summit, created by UNDP Geneva, and held alongside the World Investment Forum, featured pitches on Access to Health and Education, Responsible Consumption and Production, Agritech and Fintech.
© Antoine Tardy/UNDP
“₹ 3 CRORES GRAND CHALLENGE FOR INNOVATORS & STARTUPS
AT NEHRU GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS, COIMBATORE”
Nehru Group of Institutions, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is Organised “Vibrant Gujarat Start-up and Technology Summit 2018 (VG-STS 2018)” under the Vibrant Gujarat initiative supported by Government of Gujarat on 31st August 2018.
The event started at 11 am with Welcome Address by Dr. S. Prakash, Director - Research, Head ED Cell, Nehru Group of Institutions. He told that, the event is organised in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and GESIA IT Association (GESIA). Atal Innovation Mission- NITI Aayog and Invest India, Government of India, New Delhi are also partnering with the event as a mentor and guide. Entrepreneurship Development Institute India (EDII) and PwC are the Knowledge Partner, and ‘K and D’ is the event partner for the VG-STS 2018. Nehru Group of Institutions is the Institution Partner at Tamil Nadu for conducting Awareness session on the VG-STS 2018.
He told that the Awareness Session VG-STS 2018 had participants from Start-ups, Incubation Centers, Entrepreneurs, Academicians and Science & Technology Students from reputed Institutions of Tamil Nadu. He told that VG-STS 2018 is organised under Research & Development Cell, NGI. He said, soon NGI will be establishing their NGI Technology Business Incubator at Palakkad which is supported by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India with grant of Rs.16 Crores in the domain of Healthcare and IoT. Another project to support to students is NewGen IEDC with grant support of Rs. 4.37 Crores from Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Also, he has received fund of Rs. 33.8 lakhs for organising DST NIMAT Projects. He concluded by saying that, so far Research & Development Cell has received a fund of Rs. 20 Crores and 77 lakhs till date and their main motive is to promote Entrepreneurship through the programmes like VG-STS 2018.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. P. Krishnakumar, CEO & Secretary, Nehru Group of Institutions. He told that everyone should think of becoming Job Creators and not Job Seekers. He advised the participants to think of out of box and creatively. He advised the participants to utilise such great opportunities to go high in their life. Todays, world is ruled by technology so think innovatively to implement your dream ideas that are useful to the society, he said. He told, soon NGI Technology Business Incubator will be established at Palakkad with a space of 24,000 sq.ft. which is open for all Innovators. He told the initiatives like Vibrant Gujarat Grand Challenge is to support many innovative minds. These initiatives from Government of India is to make our Country Digitalised with technology.
The special address was delivered by Dr. P. Maniiarasan, Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology. He told the participants, think of innovative ideas to build up your life. He told innovation is everywhere, opportunities are very limited. Hence, utilise the VG-STS 2018 to build up your life.
The Chief Guest of the programme was Shri. S. B. Sareen, Member Secretary & Project Director, DST – NIMAT, Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad. He started with the motive of conducting this awareness session on Vibrant Gujarat Start up and Technology Summit, 2018. The objective of the Summit was to showcase the forces driving India’s and Gujarat’s start-up revolution and to strengthen the start-up ecosystem. The program would comprise of Grand Challenge, talks by inspirational speakers, networking with business leaders/experts, interaction with global accelerators, display of proof of ideas, mentoring/evaluation, funding options, validate and understand Next Generation changes, and exhibition, etc.
He told the event is conducted to provide an excellent opportunity to start-ups and stakeholders to connect with the best and brightest minds to explore how to fuel their business growth. He added that the event will feature leading companies, innovators, entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, academic institutions, NGOs, and start-ups in the space of Start-ups and Information Technology from India and abroad. The awareness session is followed by Vibrant Gujarat Grand Challenge of Rs. 3 Crore which will be held at Gujarat during 11-13 October 2018 at Gujarat. This summit is a major event being organized as a run-up to the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in January 2019.
He also added that this initiative is to promote Entrepreneurship in India and he is very proud it is promoted to the society through Educational Institutions. He told, it is very glad that the event is organised at Nehru Group of Institutions, since they have received fund from Department of Science and Technology, Government of India for two schemes namely NGI Technology Business Incubator and New Generation Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre. He congratulated them for receiving fund and supporting the students and society.
The Guest of Honour was Dr. Satya R. Acharya, Acting Chairperson (PGPs), Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad. He started his discussion on Vibrant Gujarat Grand Challenge. He explained that Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Start-ups can apply Vibrant Gujarat Grand Challenge which has Idea Stage, Blooming Stage and Scale-up Stage. The idea stage invites participation from individuals with new ideas or new prototype developed. The blooming stage invites participation from Registered Companies or Start ups and Scale up stage is for the companies which wants to scale up their business.
He told that there are 8 Domain Areas for Grand Challenge namely AGRITECH, FINTECH, Smart & Shared Mobility, Women Centric, Manufacturing 4.0, Governance 2030, Maritime & Military Intelligence, HEALTHTECH. Any individual with innovative idea / Start-ups can apply in the above mentioned domain.
He added that the Grand Challenge 2018 offers 25 Prizes in Idea Stage, 3 Prizes in Blooming Stage, and 16 Prizes in Scale-Up Stage. The top 64 entries in the Scale-Up Stage will be shortlisted and the selected Start-ups would pitch their idea in front of the Jury panel on 11th October 2018, who will then select the top 16 entries. The top 16 would present in front of Super Jury on 12th October 2018 for the Top 4 slots and the other 12 entries will receive consolation prizes. The top four winners in the Scale-Up Stage will get the Prizes money to the tune of INR 30 lakhs, INR 27 Lakhs, INR 25 Lakhs, and INR 22 Lakhs respectively.
Then, both the speakers from EDII, had discussion about the Grand Challenge with the participants of the Awareness Session. The participants enquired about the procedure for applying the Grand Challenge and its process.
The programme concluded with Vote of Thanks by B. Priyanka, Research Associate, Nehru Group of Institutions. She thanked all the persons who supported the event to make it a grand success.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
The Chicken Fighting Association, or CFA, has become a major part of society in the year 2060. With the chicken flu of 2047 wiping out most real chickens and the breeding and keeping of chickens now prohibited, the CFA has stepped in to fill the void with their robotic chicken fights. These robots, controlled by advanced AI, are programmed to act like the now extinct chickens of the past and are subject to strict restrictions on their construction.
The chicken flu of 2047 was a devastating virus that swept through the global chicken population, killing millions of birds and crippling the poultry industry. The virus, believed to have originated in Asia, spread rapidly due to the high concentration of chickens in factory farms and the ease of transportation of live birds. The symptoms of the virus were severe, causing respiratory distress, organ failure, and ultimately death. Many people lost relatives to the flu, making the sight of chickens unbearable for many, but the CFA has been able to bring back the excitement of chicken fighting in a new form.
The CFA has become a major source of entertainment for people all over the world, with fans tuning in to watch the robotic chickens furiously fight each other for the title of Golden Chicken. The fights are a sight to behold, as the robots are programmed to act like real chickens, displaying their natural aggression and determination to win. The CFA has also become a major source of income for many people as they are able to bet on the fights, with large sums of credits being exchanged during the event. The CFA has also become a worldwide spectacle, with people tuning in from all over the world to watch the fights.
The two most accomplished chicken fighters in the CFA are "Cluck Norris" and "Fowl Fury". Cluck Norris is a veteran of the CFA, known for his aggressive fighting style and lightning-fast pecks. Fowl Fury, on the other hand, is a newer addition to the CFA, but has quickly made a name for himself with his agility and ability to dodge his opponent's attacks. The fight between Cluck Norris and Fowl Fury was highly anticipated and did not disappoint. From the opening bell, the two robots were locked in a fierce battle, with Cluck Norris relying on his brute strength and Fowl Fury on his agility. The fight was back and forth, with both robots landing powerful blows. But in the end, it was Fowl Fury who emerged victorious, using his agility to dodge Cluck Norris's final attack and land the winning blow.
It's hard to believe that in the past, real chickens were used for fighting, a practice that seems barbaric in today's times. But it was a part of culture in the past and the CFA has managed to keep this tradition alive in a new and more technologically advanced form. The future of chicken fighting may seem bleak, but thanks to the CFA and their robotic chickens, the tradition lives on. Despite the emotional weight that chickens carry for many people, the excitement of the fights is undeniable, making the CFA a must-watch for many.
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. QLD Labor Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk CENTRE with Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto and Member for South Brisbane Jackie Trad.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. L-R Brisbane City Councillor Krista Adams with Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto and Anne Marie Moon
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
The Chicken Fighting Association, or CFA, has become a major part of society in the year 2060. With the chicken flu of 2047 wiping out most real chickens and the breeding and keeping of chickens now prohibited, the CFA has stepped in to fill the void with their robotic chicken fights. These robots, controlled by advanced AI, are programmed to act like the now extinct chickens of the past and are subject to strict restrictions on their construction.
The chicken flu of 2047 was a devastating virus that swept through the global chicken population, killing millions of birds and crippling the poultry industry. The virus, believed to have originated in Asia, spread rapidly due to the high concentration of chickens in factory farms and the ease of transportation of live birds. The symptoms of the virus were severe, causing respiratory distress, organ failure, and ultimately death. Many people lost relatives to the flu, making the sight of chickens unbearable for many, but the CFA has been able to bring back the excitement of chicken fighting in a new form.
The CFA has become a major source of entertainment for people all over the world, with fans tuning in to watch the robotic chickens furiously fight each other for the title of Golden Chicken. The fights are a sight to behold, as the robots are programmed to act like real chickens, displaying their natural aggression and determination to win. The CFA has also become a major source of income for many people as they are able to bet on the fights, with large sums of credits being exchanged during the event. The CFA has also become a worldwide spectacle, with people tuning in from all over the world to watch the fights.
The two most accomplished chicken fighters in the CFA are "Cluck Norris" and "Fowl Fury". Cluck Norris is a veteran of the CFA, known for his aggressive fighting style and lightning-fast pecks. Fowl Fury, on the other hand, is a newer addition to the CFA, but has quickly made a name for himself with his agility and ability to dodge his opponent's attacks. The fight between Cluck Norris and Fowl Fury was highly anticipated and did not disappoint. From the opening bell, the two robots were locked in a fierce battle, with Cluck Norris relying on his brute strength and Fowl Fury on his agility. The fight was back and forth, with both robots landing powerful blows. But in the end, it was Fowl Fury who emerged victorious, using his agility to dodge Cluck Norris's final attack and land the winning blow.
It's hard to believe that in the past, real chickens were used for fighting, a practice that seems barbaric in today's times. But it was a part of culture in the past and the CFA has managed to keep this tradition alive in a new and more technologically advanced form. The future of chicken fighting may seem bleak, but thanks to the CFA and their robotic chickens, the tradition lives on. Despite the emotional weight that chickens carry for many people, the excitement of the fights is undeniable, making the CFA a must-watch for many.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day Two conference studying a number of industries – both emerging and established – and the opportunities, challenges and threats that new digital technologies are presenting. TELSTRA CEO Andy Penn tours the conference with Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. L-R Attendee Anne Marie Moon with Brisbane City Councillor Krista Adams with Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
White strawberries description credit: Garrick Saito, Quora
They were created using traditional cross-breeding techniques by Miyoshi Agritech Co. in Yamanashi prefecture, a process which took ten years, according to this article. They are reportedly sold in Japanese supermarkets for around US$6 each (not to be confused with 'each basket').
The latest in food trends: the Japanese are going gaga over white strawberries, which have been appearing in a growing number of supermarkets. This rare delicacy is referred to as hatsukoi no kaori in the media and translates to Scent of First Love. The fruit is the brainchild of Miyoshi Agritech Co., which has been developing new varieties of strawberries in the last two decades. Apparently, the insides are also white, but the seeds are red.
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto addresses attendees.
The #BCTECH Summit is the largest technology conference in British Columbia showcasing the province’s vibrant technology industry. From innovations in eHealth data, autonomous vehicles and customer experience, to emerging ideas in cleantech, agritech and aerospace, the two-day event gives participants the information and tools needed to move forward in a world where technology is impacting every part of our economy – and our lives.
The #BCTECH Summit brings together tech entrepreneurs, anchor companies, business leaders from traditional industries, investors, government and academia to establish new connections, nurture existing networks, and exchange fresh ideas around innovation driving business growth.
Learn more: bctechsummit.ca/
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day Two conference studying a number of industries – both emerging and established – and the opportunities, challenges and threats that new digital technologies are presenting. TELSTRA CEO Andy Penn tours the conference with Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. L-R Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto, QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia. Chief QODE Officer Jackie Taranto and QLD Labor Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk with Stephen Robertson
More students will have access to in-demand programs as 3,000 more technology-relevant spaces become available in the public post-secondary education system.
Spaces will include a range of areas, including cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, life sciences, creative tech, clean tech and agritech.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/28731
More than 35 experts from around North America will be in Kelowna to share their knowledge and opinions about increasing food supply security as part of the Nov. 14-15, 2016, BC Agrifood and Seafood Conference: Growing the Future Together.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2016AGRI0070-002296
News release
26 JUNE 2019
SCOTLAND’S NEXT GENERATION ENTREPRENEURS UNLOCK THEIR AMBITION
20 of Scotland’s most promising and ambitious entrepreneurs have achieved significant growth in the last 12 months following an RSE enterprise programme
Twenty entrepreneurs with early stage companies are celebrating their successes following a year-long programme of funding, training, mentorship and academic support from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE)’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship (UA EF) scheme funded by the Scottish Government.
Selected in June 2018 after a competitive process, the UA Enterprise Fellows received a £25,000-50,000 maintenance grant plus £20,000 to work full-time on developing and scaling their business idea and to literally unlock their ambition. They had visiting status at a Scottish university or research institute, tailored business training, and a dedicated mentor from the world of business.
The results are impressive: between them, in the first year alone, they have employed over 50 people; appointed 37 new board members; secured over 2,700 customers, contracts and users; negotiated 16 investment deals; and won 19 award nominations. They have also realised important business milestones, including spin-out company formation, market research to inform product development, establishment of scalable business models, development of prototypes to viable product launch, and identification of new commercial markets.
The budding companies include an insect breeding company creating high performance genetics for the insects-as-feed industry; a social enterprise that gifts bespoke clothing parcels to women in clothing crisis; and a company that has created a digital companion to support carers of people living with dementia.
As Scotland’s national academy, the RSE encourages enterprise, innovation and the commercialisation of technology-based ideas developed from academic research. Under the Unlocking Ambition initiative, the RSE’s programme has been designed specifically to support the development of new, innovative high-growth businesses based in Scotland.
Professor Dame Anne Glover, RSE President said:
“Scotland has a global reputation for innovation, and we need to maintain that entrepreneurial spirit. It’s vital that we have a sustainable approach to supporting start-ups that create high quality jobs, boost the Scottish economy and change lives through new ideas.
“The RSE’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship was designed with those goals in mind and participants have grasped the opportunity, with some fantastic results after just 12 months. Time, money, and expert advice and guidance are key to turning a bright idea into a viable business with long-term potential and our programme has offered all of these to early-stage businesses with masses of potential. These companies are the employers of tomorrow, innovating for the future, and we have helped them to take huge strides forward in their growth journey towards being Scotland’s business success stories.”
Thomas Farrugia, founder and director at Beta Bugs Ltd is one of the 20 entrepreneurs. Beta Bugs is an insect-breeding company, creating genetics for the rapidly emerging ‘insects-as-feed’ industry. He said:
“None of our achievements or plans we now have would have been possible without the support provided by this Fellowship. It has truly been game-changing. The training and mentoring has challenged and changed my mindset, whilst teaching me about the realities of business. It has opened doors to Scotland’s animal bioscience, agritech and aquaculture sectors, creating crucial opportunities for growth, and has provided the funds to build the business and ready it for the next phase of development.”
The RSE Enterprise Fellowship is part of the Unlocking Ambition Challenge, announced by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in November 2017. All 20 entrepreneurs will meet the First Minister at an evening reception on Wednesday 26th June to share their achievements.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Issued by Clark Communications on behalf of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Contact Angela Hughes angela@clarkcommunications.co.uk / 07970 184 198
Photos attached: group photo of 11 out of the 20 participants; head shot of Professor Dame Anne Glover
Details of the twenty RSE Enterprise Fellows are online at www.rse.org.uk/rse-unlocking-ambition-enterprise-fellows-...
Unlocking Ambition (UA) is a £4M challenge fund created by the Scottish Government as part of the Programme for Government, ‘A Nation with Ambition’. UA has supported 40 highly ambitious entrepreneurs based on their individual entrepreneurial potential, the quality and innovation of their business and the contribution they can make to an inclusive, Scottish economy. Twenty individuals have been supported by the RSE’s programme and 20 through a separate Scottish Enterprise programme. UA fully aligns with the Scottish Government’s agenda on inclusive growth and the CAN DO movement, underpinning Scotland’s ambition to position the nation as a world-class hub for entrepreneurship.
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26 JUNE 2019
SCOTLAND’S NEXT GENERATION ENTREPRENEURS UNLOCK THEIR AMBITION
20 of Scotland’s most promising and ambitious entrepreneurs have achieved significant growth in the last 12 months following an RSE enterprise programme
Twenty entrepreneurs with early stage companies are celebrating their successes following a year-long programme of funding, training, mentorship and academic support from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE)’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship (UA EF) scheme funded by the Scottish Government.
Selected in June 2018 after a competitive process, the UA Enterprise Fellows received a £25,000-50,000 maintenance grant plus £20,000 to work full-time on developing and scaling their business idea and to literally unlock their ambition. They had visiting status at a Scottish university or research institute, tailored business training, and a dedicated mentor from the world of business.
The results are impressive: between them, in the first year alone, they have employed over 50 people; appointed 37 new board members; secured over 2,700 customers, contracts and users; negotiated 16 investment deals; and won 19 award nominations. They have also realised important business milestones, including spin-out company formation, market research to inform product development, establishment of scalable business models, development of prototypes to viable product launch, and identification of new commercial markets.
The budding companies include an insect breeding company creating high performance genetics for the insects-as-feed industry; a social enterprise that gifts bespoke clothing parcels to women in clothing crisis; and a company that has created a digital companion to support carers of people living with dementia.
As Scotland’s national academy, the RSE encourages enterprise, innovation and the commercialisation of technology-based ideas developed from academic research. Under the Unlocking Ambition initiative, the RSE’s programme has been designed specifically to support the development of new, innovative high-growth businesses based in Scotland.
Professor Dame Anne Glover, RSE President said:
“Scotland has a global reputation for innovation, and we need to maintain that entrepreneurial spirit. It’s vital that we have a sustainable approach to supporting start-ups that create high quality jobs, boost the Scottish economy and change lives through new ideas.
“The RSE’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship was designed with those goals in mind and participants have grasped the opportunity, with some fantastic results after just 12 months. Time, money, and expert advice and guidance are key to turning a bright idea into a viable business with long-term potential and our programme has offered all of these to early-stage businesses with masses of potential. These companies are the employers of tomorrow, innovating for the future, and we have helped them to take huge strides forward in their growth journey towards being Scotland’s business success stories.”
Thomas Farrugia, founder and director at Beta Bugs Ltd is one of the 20 entrepreneurs. Beta Bugs is an insect-breeding company, creating genetics for the rapidly emerging ‘insects-as-feed’ industry. He said:
“None of our achievements or plans we now have would have been possible without the support provided by this Fellowship. It has truly been game-changing. The training and mentoring has challenged and changed my mindset, whilst teaching me about the realities of business. It has opened doors to Scotland’s animal bioscience, agritech and aquaculture sectors, creating crucial opportunities for growth, and has provided the funds to build the business and ready it for the next phase of development.”
The RSE Enterprise Fellowship is part of the Unlocking Ambition Challenge, announced by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in November 2017. All 20 entrepreneurs will meet the First Minister at an evening reception on Wednesday 26th June to share their achievements.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Issued by Clark Communications on behalf of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Contact Angela Hughes angela@clarkcommunications.co.uk / 07970 184 198
Photos attached: group photo of 11 out of the 20 participants; head shot of Professor Dame Anne Glover
Details of the twenty RSE Enterprise Fellows are online at www.rse.org.uk/rse-unlocking-ambition-enterprise-fellows-...
Unlocking Ambition (UA) is a £4M challenge fund created by the Scottish Government as part of the Programme for Government, ‘A Nation with Ambition’. UA has supported 40 highly ambitious entrepreneurs based on their individual entrepreneurial potential, the quality and innovation of their business and the contribution they can make to an inclusive, Scottish economy. Twenty individuals have been supported by the RSE’s programme and 20 through a separate Scottish Enterprise programme. UA fully aligns with the Scottish Government’s agenda on inclusive growth and the CAN DO movement, underpinning Scotland’s ambition to position the nation as a world-class hub for entrepreneurship.
The UK and India co-hosted FutureTech Festival (FTF) 11-12 December 2018. FTF brought together more than 200 companies and 1000 delegates across two days, featuring world-leading Indian and UK Tech companies, along with scientists, policy-makers and entrepreneurs. Satellite events took place in Bengaluru and Mumbai where companies from various sectors like agritech, createch, healthcare & life sciences and tech & smart cities participated. Follow us on Twitter @UKinIndia
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
More students will have access to in-demand programs as 3,000 more technology-relevant spaces become available in the public post-secondary education system.
Spaces will include a range of areas, including cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, life sciences, creative tech, clean tech and agritech.
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Minister for Trade, Investment Ivan Paul McKee Minister and the Entrepreneurs, Dr Lorna Paul director and founder of giraffe health
News release
26 JUNE 2019
SCOTLAND’S NEXT GENERATION ENTREPRENEURS UNLOCK THEIR AMBITION
20 of Scotland’s most promising and ambitious entrepreneurs have achieved significant growth in the last 12 months following an RSE enterprise programme
Twenty entrepreneurs with early stage companies are celebrating their successes following a year-long programme of funding, training, mentorship and academic support from the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE)’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship (UA EF) scheme funded by the Scottish Government.
Selected in June 2018 after a competitive process, the UA Enterprise Fellows received a £25,000-50,000 maintenance grant plus £20,000 to work full-time on developing and scaling their business idea and to literally unlock their ambition. They had visiting status at a Scottish university or research institute, tailored business training, and a dedicated mentor from the world of business.
The results are impressive: between them, in the first year alone, they have employed over 50 people; appointed 37 new board members; secured over 2,700 customers, contracts and users; negotiated 16 investment deals; and won 19 award nominations. They have also realised important business milestones, including spin-out company formation, market research to inform product development, establishment of scalable business models, development of prototypes to viable product launch, and identification of new commercial markets.
The budding companies include an insect breeding company creating high performance genetics for the insects-as-feed industry; a social enterprise that gifts bespoke clothing parcels to women in clothing crisis; and a company that has created a digital companion to support carers of people living with dementia.
As Scotland’s national academy, the RSE encourages enterprise, innovation and the commercialisation of technology-based ideas developed from academic research. Under the Unlocking Ambition initiative, the RSE’s programme has been designed specifically to support the development of new, innovative high-growth businesses based in Scotland.
Professor Dame Anne Glover, RSE President said:
“Scotland has a global reputation for innovation, and we need to maintain that entrepreneurial spirit. It’s vital that we have a sustainable approach to supporting start-ups that create high quality jobs, boost the Scottish economy and change lives through new ideas.
“The RSE’s Unlocking Ambition Enterprise Fellowship was designed with those goals in mind and participants have grasped the opportunity, with some fantastic results after just 12 months. Time, money, and expert advice and guidance are key to turning a bright idea into a viable business with long-term potential and our programme has offered all of these to early-stage businesses with masses of potential. These companies are the employers of tomorrow, innovating for the future, and we have helped them to take huge strides forward in their growth journey towards being Scotland’s business success stories.”
Thomas Farrugia, founder and director at Beta Bugs Ltd is one of the 20 entrepreneurs. Beta Bugs is an insect-breeding company, creating genetics for the rapidly emerging ‘insects-as-feed’ industry. He said:
“None of our achievements or plans we now have would have been possible without the support provided by this Fellowship. It has truly been game-changing. The training and mentoring has challenged and changed my mindset, whilst teaching me about the realities of business. It has opened doors to Scotland’s animal bioscience, agritech and aquaculture sectors, creating crucial opportunities for growth, and has provided the funds to build the business and ready it for the next phase of development.”
The RSE Enterprise Fellowship is part of the Unlocking Ambition Challenge, announced by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in November 2017. All 20 entrepreneurs will meet the First Minister at an evening reception on Wednesday 26th June to share their achievements.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Issued by Clark Communications on behalf of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Contact Angela Hughes angela@clarkcommunications.co.uk / 07970 184 198
Photos attached: group photo of 11 out of the 20 participants; head shot of Professor Dame Anne Glover
Details of the twenty RSE Enterprise Fellows are online at www.rse.org.uk/rse-unlocking-ambition-enterprise-fellows-...
Unlocking Ambition (UA) is a £4M challenge fund created by the Scottish Government as part of the Programme for Government, ‘A Nation with Ambition’. UA has supported 40 highly ambitious entrepreneurs based on their individual entrepreneurial potential, the quality and innovation of their business and the contribution they can make to an inclusive, Scottish economy. Twenty individuals have been supported by the RSE’s programme and 20 through a separate Scottish Enterprise programme. UA fully aligns with the Scottish Government’s agenda on inclusive growth and the CAN DO movement, underpinning Scotland’s ambition to position the nation as a world-class hub for entrepreneurship.
QODE DAY 1 Official Launch of QODE Brisbane, Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Green Deck, Parliament House, Brisbane Australia
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QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.
The Chicken Fighting Association, or CFA, has become a major part of society in the year 2060. With the chicken flu of 2047 wiping out most real chickens and the breeding and keeping of chickens now prohibited, the CFA has stepped in to fill the void with their robotic chicken fights. These robots, controlled by advanced AI, are programmed to act like the now extinct chickens of the past and are subject to strict restrictions on their construction.
The chicken flu of 2047 was a devastating virus that swept through the global chicken population, killing millions of birds and crippling the poultry industry. The virus, believed to have originated in Asia, spread rapidly due to the high concentration of chickens in factory farms and the ease of transportation of live birds. The symptoms of the virus were severe, causing respiratory distress, organ failure, and ultimately death. Many people lost relatives to the flu, making the sight of chickens unbearable for many, but the CFA has been able to bring back the excitement of chicken fighting in a new form.
The CFA has become a major source of entertainment for people all over the world, with fans tuning in to watch the robotic chickens furiously fight each other for the title of Golden Chicken. The fights are a sight to behold, as the robots are programmed to act like real chickens, displaying their natural aggression and determination to win. The CFA has also become a major source of income for many people as they are able to bet on the fights, with large sums of credits being exchanged during the event. The CFA has also become a worldwide spectacle, with people tuning in from all over the world to watch the fights.
The two most accomplished chicken fighters in the CFA are "Cluck Norris" and "Fowl Fury". Cluck Norris is a veteran of the CFA, known for his aggressive fighting style and lightning-fast pecks. Fowl Fury, on the other hand, is a newer addition to the CFA, but has quickly made a name for himself with his agility and ability to dodge his opponent's attacks. The fight between Cluck Norris and Fowl Fury was highly anticipated and did not disappoint. From the opening bell, the two robots were locked in a fierce battle, with Cluck Norris relying on his brute strength and Fowl Fury on his agility. The fight was back and forth, with both robots landing powerful blows. But in the end, it was Fowl Fury who emerged victorious, using his agility to dodge Cluck Norris's final attack and land the winning blow.
It's hard to believe that in the past, real chickens were used for fighting, a practice that seems barbaric in today's times. But it was a part of culture in the past and the CFA has managed to keep this tradition alive in a new and more technologically advanced form. The future of chicken fighting may seem bleak, but thanks to the CFA and their robotic chickens, the tradition lives on. Despite the emotional weight that chickens carry for many people, the excitement of the fights is undeniable, making the CFA a must-watch for many.
QODE Brisbane, QLD Australia. Australasia’s leading global forum for innovation & technology held at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. QODE Central Day One in Brisbane focusing on the technologies that are set to have the biggest impact in our working and private lives: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Robotics, Cyber Security, Next Generation Transport, Smart City tech and Space. After hours business networking event at The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane.