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News & Updates
News & Updates
Radically changing the way we think about health at work
In this short blog, CEO Colin Sinclair makes the link between health and productivity in the workplace.
New testing facility targets Liverpool’s health challenges
A specialist unit has opened at the new Royal Liverpool University Hospital which will perform clinical trials aimed at tackling some of the region’s most common diseases.
KQ Liverpool launches suite of Innovation and Growth Services
Liverpool City Region businesses to benefit from a wide range of free business support.
KQ Liverpool - A Year In Review - 2022
As we return to the office after the festive break, we can’t help but reflect on the connections made, knowledge shared and the unique developments launched across our innovation district during 2022.
Business Desk Roundtable focuses on ambition and levelling up
A prestigious round-table of high profile business and public sector leaders spoke of their hopes for the region in the latest Invest North conference.
Research at the Royal will explore new infection tackling tech
An innovative study has been launched at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital to explore how a new antimicrobial coating can protect the NHS by reducing healthcare associated infections (HAIs).
Liverpool to benefit from £23.4M boost for National Biofilms Innovation Centre
The new funding package will build upon NBIC’s collective strength as the UK’s national centre and support the continued expansion of world-class research and innovation.
KQ Liverpool launches schools programme to inspire next generation of innovators
Students will gain a better understanding as to the many different routes that can lead to a career in the health and life sciences, tech, digital and creative sectors.
Sciontec promises cycling revolution as Hemisphere gets the green light at Paddington Village
Liverpool City Council has today approved the planning application for HEMISPHERE, a new 120,000 sq ft, eight-storey, standout innovative workspace development located on Paddington Village.
LCR wins Government status for vaccine discovery, development and manufacturing
The Department for International Trade and Growth Platform to showcase the Liverpool City Region’s life sciences expertise at this year’s World Vaccine Congress in Barcelona.
Merseyside SMEs lead on life science innovation thanks to iiCON support
A dedicated SME support programme managed by iiCON: infection innovation consortium, has successfully propelled some of Merseyside's most innovative new life science businesses – stimulating R&D and economic growth in the region.
US-Based Pierian Biosciences Opens Its First UK Laboratory In Liverpool
Harrogate International Advisory has successfully welcomed its US client Pierian Biosciences into Liverpool with the opening of Pierian’s first laboratory in the United Kingdom, at Liverpool Science Park.
Sciontec reveals plans for £2m investment in Sensor City
Sciontec Developments Limited (Sciontec) has submitted a planning application for a new, eight-storey standout office development to be located on Paddington Village, in the Knowledge Quarter Liverpool (KQ Liverpool) Innovation District.
Elida Beauty to set up Product Development Hub
Elida Beauty, a Global Unilever Business Unit for Personal Care products, has signed a 10-year commitment for a space within Liverpool Science Park (LSP), which is owned and operated by Sciontec Developments Limited (Sciontec).
Winner of the Paddington Village School Design Challenge Announced
Liverpool City Region student’s design impresses judges thanks to its diverse representation of technology and science.
Getting to know - Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village
We recently caught up with Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village’s General Manager, Howard Lewis, to find out more about the stunning new hotel and what makes it so unique.
New KQ Grow partners announced
Arete Zero Carbon and iiCON join panel of experts helping businesses grow in KQ Liverpool.
Monkeypox research receives boost from The Pandemic Institute
The Pandemic Institute has awarded half a million pounds to Liverpool researchers to help tackle the growing threat of monkeypox.
Sciontec submit planning for HEMISPHERE
Sciontec Developments Limited (Sciontec) has submitted a planning application for a new, eight-storey standout office development to be located on Paddington Village, in the Knowledge Quarter Liverpool (KQ Liverpool) Innovation District.
Momentous day for Liverpool City Region
Mayor Steve Rotheram has hailed today as a ‘momentous day’ for Liverpool City Region innovation as three major developments were announced.