Getting Trial Ready: Foundations for a Biotech’s Clinical Trial Journey
Matthew Hersch and Stephen Crow, Co-founders of BlueGreen Clinical
Tuesday, 27 January 2026, 12pm to 1.30pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Getting Trial Ready is a clinical trials mini-series providing practical guidance for early-stage biotech companies preparing to enter clinical trials. This second Lunch & Learn, Foundational Processes and Tools for a Biotech’s Clinical Trial Journey, will help key staff at early-stage biotechs understand their legal and regulatory responsibilities when conducting clinical trials, and what must be in place to begin clinical activities as a compliant Sponsor.
Coffee & Fresh Thinking: How Oxford MBA Interns Can Support Science SMEs
Thursday, 15 January 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
BioEscalator is teaming up with Saïd Business School to host a relaxed coffee morning for life science SMEs who would like to learn more about hiring an Oxford MBA intern.
Getting Trial Ready: GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford
Wednesday, 14 January 2026, 12pm to 1.30pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Getting Trial Ready is a clinical trials mini-series providing practical guidance for early-stage biotech companies preparing to enter clinical trials. This Lunch & Learn session, GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford, introduces the principles of GMP clinical biomanufacturing and explores how high-quality trial materials are produced. The session will also highlight Oxford University’s Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility and outline what early-stage biotechs need to consider when preparing for first-in-human studies.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 13 January 2026, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
BIOBITES - David and Goliath: How to negotiate with big pharma
Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm
Join us for this BioBites Lunch & Learn, where Patrick Farrant, Partner at Mishcon de Reya and Head of the Life Sciences Group, will share practical insights on how small biotech firms can approach negotiations strategically and structure fair and effective deals.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 09 December 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
SustainAbility: Second lives for lab supplies
Matej Metkovic, Founder and CEO, Wasteless Bio
Thursday, 04 December 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Discover how rethinking surplus and reuse can reduce waste, save money, and boost scientific progress.
BIOBITES - From draft to grant: Navigating the patent application life cycle
Dom Icely and Andy Weaver, Impact IP
Tuesday, 25 November 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Discover how to master the patent journey from draft to grant at this BioEscalator BioBites lunch & learn, delivered by Impact IP.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 11 November 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 14 October 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
BIOBITES: A 25-year journey of building, leading, and exiting RNA companies
Dr Henrik Ørum, Chief Scientific Officer, CiVi Biopharma, Inc.
Wednesday, 01 October 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm @ Meeting room 1/2, BioEscalator, University of Oxford, Innovation Building, Old Road campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Join us for an inspiring lunch and learn with Dr Henrik Ørum, a pioneer in RNA therapeutics and diagnostics with over two decades of experience building, leading, and exiting successful biotechnology companies.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 09 September 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
The Building Blocks of Brilliant Culture
Tom Froggatt, founder and CEO of Singular
Thursday, 10 July 2025, 10.45am to 12.15pm @ Meeting room 1/2, BioEscalator, University of Oxford, Innovation Building, Old Road campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
On Thursday, 10 July, we’re excited to welcome Tom Froggatt, founder and CEO of Singular, to lead a live, in-person workshop: The Building Blocks of Brilliant Culture.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 08 July 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 10 June 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
Lunch and Learn - The Anatomy of a Patent: How to Review Patent Documents as a Competitor and as an Innovator
Tuesday, 03 June 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm
Like many scientific journal articles, patent specifications are structured documents with each part serving a specific role. Join us for this lunch and learn to explore how to quickly gather the information you need to optimise learnings and minimise threats from third-party patent documents, and benefit your IP strategy and research and development.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 13 May 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
BioEscalator Mini Supplier Show
Tuesday, 08 April 2025, 10am to 3pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
Explore the latest in laboratory innovation at the BioEscalator's Mini Supplier Show! Join us in our vibrant Hub area for a unique opportunity to connect with leading suppliers of laboratory services and equipment.
Employment Law Reform: Key Changes You Need to Know
Tuesday, 25 March 2025, 12pm to 1.30pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
As of 10 October 2024, the UK government has unveiled significant reforms to employment rights with the new Employment Rights Bill, aimed at delivering economic security and growth for businesses, workers, and communities across the UK. Join us for an insightful Lunch and Learn session to explore what these changes mean for you and your business.
The gender advantage: Building inclusive & thriving ventures
Wednesday, 19 March 2025, 5pm to 8pm @ BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
The BioEscalator, EnSpire Oxford, and Advanced Oxford are delighted to host a panel discussion and networking event in celebration of International Women's Day 2025.