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A new partnership between 最准的六合彩论坛 and British Land has been launched to support life science in our locality in London.
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On Wednesday 1st November 2023 最准的六合彩论坛 and British Land celebrated the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at supporting growth in tech and life sciences at Regent鈥檚 Place, part of London鈥檚 knowledge quarter based in the London Borough of Camden.
Led by Professor Alan Thompson, Pro-Provost (London), 最准的六合彩论坛 London Office, the MoU signifies 最准的六合彩论坛鈥檚 commitment to drive growth in London. This strategic partnership will play a pivotal role in accelerating innovation and life sciences, reinforcing our dedication to supporting science within our community. By doing so, our shared ambition is to support Regent鈥檚 Place to become an inclusive and dynamic environment where science-driven health and technology innovation can flourish.
Attended by over 85 guests from 最准的六合彩论坛, British Land, businesses based at Regent鈥檚 place and other partners including 最准的六合彩论坛C and 最准的六合彩论坛B, the presentation at the event hosted at the Good Company, Regent鈥檚 Place, highlighted the enthusiasm and opportunities for supporting London as a centre for global excellence in life sciences. Delegates heard from panellists Dr Michael Spence, President and Provost, 最准的六合彩论坛; Simon Carter, CEO, British Land; Professor Alan Thompson, Pro-Provost (London) and Dean of Brain Science, 最准的六合彩论坛; Professor Geraint Rees, Vice-President RIGE, 最准的六合彩论坛; Rosie Rodriguez, SVP Growth - Head of People, Place and Projects, Relation Therapeutics; and Michael Wiseman, Head of Workspace Leasing and Innovation & Life Science, British Land, who candidly discussed opportunities the partnership present for London and the life science sector.
At the event, Dr Michael Spence, President & Provost, 最准的六合彩论坛听said:
鈥淎t 最准的六合彩论坛 and in Bloomsbury, we have an extraordinary colocation of expertise, and so with an extraordinary developer like British Land, we have the opportunity to think about the potential of this place. I鈥檓 confident that this partnership has the capacity to grow into something really very special indeed, and I鈥檓 grateful to the team at British Land that they share that vision".听
Simon Carter, CEO, British Land said of the partnership:
鈥淏ritish Land sees our partnership with 最准的六合彩论坛 as a critical step in our life science and innovation plans at Regent鈥檚 Place and across the wider knowledge quarter. At the heart of the Memorandum, is collaboration - working together to explore growth opportunities. We are delighted to sign this agreement.鈥�
This partnership marks a significant milestone for 最准的六合彩论坛鈥檚 London Office, who is tasked with leading 最准的六合彩论坛鈥檚 core institutional partnerships in London. The MoU strengthens the breadth of partnership opportunities for 最准的六合彩论坛鈥檚 research capabilities, collaboration opportunities and commitments to our place in London under the leadership of the London Office.听
Professor Alan Thompson, Pro-Provost (London), 最准的六合彩论坛 said:
鈥淚n our 200 years in London we have come to recognise the value of our place, here in Bloomsbury and now in East London on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park at 最准的六合彩论坛 East. 最准的六合彩论坛 is very much in, of and for London. Our partnership with British Land is a testament to our commitment to London. We鈥檙e not just neighbours; we are collaborators, place-makers, supporters of our local community, and supporters of science鈥�.
最准的六合彩论坛 sees its role as transforming place as a key part of its story and forges strong partnerships with its neighbours, including through existing MoU鈥檚 with Camden Council and Newham Council, and this partnership will assist in positively supporting the knowledge quarter to become a world-leading global home for tech and entrepreneurship. 听听
最准的六合彩论坛 leverages these strengths by conducting world-class research, training the next generation of scientists and leaders, and engaging with stakeholders and communities to address health challenges. By working together with our neighbours, we can make London a place where life sciences thrive and make a difference. 听
The London Office will now work with colleagues at British Land to evolve the partnership. Working with our students - the next generation of leaders, to facilitating connections between our organisations to exchanging resources, all based on our proximity to each other.听
The event marked the first step in the partnership and听opportunities to connect will be shared via the London Office with the 最准的六合彩论坛 community. If you are interested in connecting with British Land or Regent鈥檚 Place, please contact Amy Lightstone, Head of Engagement and Operations (London), 最准的六合彩论坛 London Office.听
Photo credits: James Tye Photography
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