​Bristol Composites Institute (BCI) and Janus Allies to host a Pathfinder session on Opportunities in Defence for Advanced Materials.

​This event is online and in-person at the Engine Shed in Bristol, next to Temple Meads Rail Station and is divided into two halves.

​The first half is intended for a national audience of innovators focusing on: technology developments in advanced materials, funding opportunities, R&D facilities, as well innovator success stories.

​The second half is in-person only and focused on researcher pitches and next steps for industry engagement. Innovators are invited to exhibit and receive feedback on next-steps from a panel composed of representatives from defence, the supply-chain and start-ups.

​Why attend?

​The Pathfinder is ideal for businesses and innovators looking to understand frontiers in advance materials and their defence applications; whilst researchers can map out pathways for commercialisation.

​Attendees will

• ​Engage with influential stakeholders: Network directly with Janus Allies, BCI and strategic stakeholders in the defence and security sector to explore partnerships and collaboration prospects.

• ​Gain insight into sector developments: Learn about advance material opportunities in defence, funding available and commercialisation pathways for defence-related research.

• ​Shape the conversation: Discuss emerging research, technical challenges, barriers to collaboration and opportunities for innovation in the D&S sector.

​Agenda

• ​13:00: Check-in

• ​13:30: Pathfinder Technology Insights Session and Panel Discussion

  • ​Advances in the Sector

  • ​Opportunities for Founders

  • ​The Role of R&D and Testing Facilities

  • ​Barriers for Innovators and Success Stories

• ​15:30: Drinks and refreshments

• ​15:45: Innovator exhibition, pitching and business feedback

• ​17:00: Close

​How to join

​In person participation is via invitation only. If you're interested, please register. Priority will be given to those whose work aligns with the objectives and can contribute to actionable insights.

​​About Janus

​Janus delivers the UK Accelerator for NATO DIANA as the appointed Delivery Partner on behalf of UK Defence Innovation (UKDI). Janus is a consortium led by IoT Tribe alongside the SETsquared Partnership and Atmos Ventures. Janus gives startups the tools, network and momentum to turn bold ideas into operational capabilities for the UK and NATO allies.

​If you have any questions - please reach out to us at [email protected].