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OUI Annual Networking Event

October 2024

Event date: 7th November 2024

HGF are proud to be sponsoring the OUI Annual Networking Event in London on Thursday 7th November.

This event will host key discussions around the impact of the Oxford’s Innovation Society’s activities on the economy and industry partnerships. There will be a reflection on wider societal impact through the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Our Head of Chemistry Andrew Wells will be speaking on the panel ‘Innovation Impact: Talks and discussion’.

Partners Kate Taylor, Ellie Purnell and Nathan Hinks will also be attending.

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Attendees

Andrew
Wells

Kate
Taylor

Nathan
Hinks

Ellie
Purnell

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