Deep Tech North West

​Deep Tech North West (DTNW)
First Monday of every month

​Deep Tech North West is an event series created by hard-science founders, for hard-science founders. Hosted at venues across Manchester, DTNW brings together deep tech innovators and scaleup leaders to share honest experiences, navigate common growth bottlenecks, and build a positive, supportive co-founder network.

​Founded by local deep tech ventures Dekiln, LanthaGen Bio, SporeSense, and Circular Refining, the initiative was built on the reality that commercializing complex science comes with unique pain points. From long R&D cycles and IP protection to non-dilutive funding and scaleup culture, DTNW offers a space for practical peer-to-peer knowledge exchange.

​Event Highlights

• ​Peer-Led Insights: Honest discussions covering innovation pathways, business development, funding, and team dynamics.

• ​High-Value Networking: Dedicated time to connect with founders facing similar technical and commercial hurdles.

• ​Hospitality: Complimentary drinks and food provided.

​Attendee Criteria & Guest Limits

• ​Strict Capacity: Attendance is capped depending on venue to preserve an intimate environment for meaningful, candid discussion.

• ​Priority Registration: Preference is given exclusively to founders, co-founders, and key technical leaders working on science-led innovations within:

  • ​Materials Science

  • ​Sustainability & Cleantech

  • ​Biotech & Life Sciences

  • ​AgriTech

  • ​Advanced Manufacturing

  • ​Other hard-science physical or biological technologies