The Research and Development Society

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Our events

The Society runs a range of events to examine and discuss key issues in R&D, to reflect on the applicability of good practice from one market sector in others, and to encourage networking between attendees from a variety of backgrounds and sectors. Our events are announced as details are finalised in the event listings below and in our email updates.

The majority of our events take place in London. Unless otherwise stated, our events are open to members and non-members alike. Members receive a substantial discount on the attendance fees. Where available, the slides provided from speakers are made available to members. Previous newsletters and slides are available in the Members' room.

2008/9 Programme

Our meeting programme runs from autumn to summer. Details of the 2008/9 Programme will be published here as we confirm the details. To receive meeting notices by email, please sign up to our monthly email updates.

 
Tuesday 18 November 2008:
Evening keynote with discussion dinner: Connect and Catalyse – how the Technology Strategy Board accelerates innovation
Dr Allyson Reed, Director of Strategy and Communications, Technology Strategy Board - book now
Wednesday 21 January 2008
Evening keynote: R&D Challenges (and Opportunities) of the London Olympics
Details to follow.

Previous events in this programme:

Monday 13 October 2007, 6.30pm
Keynote: Intellectual Property Rights – Catalyst or inhibitor to a low carbon future?
Ian Harvey, Chairman, Intellectual Property Institut

Types of events

Our meetings have a friendly, open atmosphere that encourages contributions from the audience and networking.

Afternoon seminars are organised by the Society's Special Interest Group on Innovation and Best Practice. These are usually arranged to coincide with our evening meetings of the R&D Society.

Our evening events are programmed from autumn to summer, and consist of keynote talks and panel discussions, followed by a drinks reception. Some evening events are followed by an informal dinner, at which discussion continues under the Chatham House Rule.

Meeting fees

All members of staff of Corporate members may attend R&D Society meetings at the member rate. For a trial period, we are offering an additional discount to Individual Student members.

The meeting fees for events organised in association with other organisations may vary - please check the individual event listing for details.

Standard evening meeting fee (includes refreshments at registration and post-meeting wine reception):

For optional dinner, where offered, add £45 to all fees listed above (including concessionary Individual Student rate).

Standard Special Interest Group/Afternoon seminar meeting fee:

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