The Bioladies Network events are open to everyone who might be interested in the topics or benefit from the networking opportunities they provide. Please therefore feel free to share the links below with any colleagues who might be interested.
We have a mixture of online and in person events. The link and meeting ID for the online events are contained in the monthly email updates; please contact us if you need them. To attend the in person events, you will usually need to click on the event title to register on the Eventbrite site for tickets.
Next event
Tuesday 21 January: University of Sheffield, BIOCLUB, Focus on Biomaterials!
Join us for an exciting event at The University of Sheffield where we will dive deep into the world of biomaterials. Discover the latest advancements, network with like-minded individuals, and learn from experts in the field. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or simply curious about biomaterials, this event is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with others who share your passion for biomaterials. Biolad Chris will tell us about Natural Inspiration for medical biomaterials, Iris will talk about the bioeconomy, Alex will explain Biobased Retrofit, Lauren about uses of mucus, and Sandrine about plant based plastics. This event is open to all so feel free to share the link. Register to join us through the link above.
Future events
Our next online meeting will be on 5 February, 19:00-20:00 UK time – please put it in your diaries. We will be planning our other 2025 events shortly.
Please note that many presentations given at our events are now available on the Bioladies YouTube channel. Please subscribe to the channel to be informed when new videos are added. There is also a searchable list of the presentations available to registered Bioladies on the resources page.
Recent events
The “Sustainability through the Circular Bioeconomy” event held in in Barcelona on 15 November was a great success, attracting an enthusiastic audience of professionals, researchers, and advocates dedicated to sustainable solutions. The event opened with a warm welcome from Bio Lady Iris (Diversity and Circular Bioeconomy Consultant), whose vision and leadership were instrumental in bringing it to life.
Attendees were inspired by a lineup of exceptional speakers, including Carmen Hijosa (Founder and Chief Creative and Innovation Officer of Ananas Anam UK Ltd), Alex Sparrow (CEO UK Hempcrete), Dr Brenda Parker (Associate Professor, Dept of Biochemical Engineering UCL), Dr Agnieszka Krzyzaniak (Global Research Manager – Arcadis) and Dr Gilu George (Director of Associate Network at Cranfield Executive Development) who shared diverse perspectives and insights from their respective fields within the bioeconomy.
The lively networking sessions fostered meaningful connections, creating a dynamic space for exchanging innovative ideas. Hosted at a fantastic local venue complemented by delicious food, and with active participation from the local community and beyond, the event underscored the importance of advancing sustainability through circular practices and cemented its role as a catalyst for future initiatives in the sector.
