Curious about how working with a university can make a difference to your organisation? Join us at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU)'s Research and Innovation Showcase and discover the people, projects and partnerships tackling some of today's biggest challenges.
Taking place on Tuesday 22 September at The Venue, De Montfort University, the free event offers businesses the chance to discover how research is being applied beyond the university, meet the academics and partners behind innovative projects, and hear from organisations already working with DMU.
This year's theme, Partnerships with Purpose, explores how collaboration between universities, businesses, the public sector and communities can help solve complex challenges and deliver real impact.
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Throughout the day you can dip into a programme of keynote speakers, panel discussions, challenge sessions and lightning talks covering topics including AI, digital transformation, sustainability, health, cities and the creative industries. There will also be opportunities to join conversations about the future of innovation and the role universities can play in supporting business.
Our interactive discovery zone will showcase hands-on demonstrations, research exhibits and examples of how DMU's Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) are helping organisations develop new products, improve services and solve technical challenges.
Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, potential collaborators or simply want to see what's happening across one of the region's most active research universities, we'd love to welcome you.
Join us on Tuesday 22 September and discover what can happen when research and business work together.
Posted on Thursday 6 August 2026