Research Triangle Region Attracts World-Class Talent

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 Innovation is no longer created in isolation. The world's most impactful technologies emerge through collaboration across universities, research institutions, industry, investors, and governments. Through the E1 Global Innovation Council (E1-GIC), I am committed to building a global innovation network that connects outstanding researchers, distinguished professors, industrial leaders, and strategic partners to accelerate research, technology commercialization, and sustainable development. Over the past few weeks, we have begun reaching out to leading universities and global industrial companies to establish long-term partnerships that transform innovative ideas into real-world solutions. Our vision is simple: Connect Innovation. Connect Industry. Connect Investment. If you are a professor, researcher, industry leader, investor, or policymaker who shares this vision, I would be delighted to connect and explore opportunities for collaboration. Together, we can build a stronger global innovation ecosystem for future generations. #E1GIC #GlobalInnovation #InnovationNetwork #ResearchCollaboration #UniversityIndustryCollaboration #TechnologyCommercialization #EnergyTransition #SustainableInnovation #Leadership #FutureTechnology

Summer can provide a valuable opportunity to bring future people and skills requirements into focus. It is a useful time to ask: • Where are we overly reliant on one or two individuals? • Which skills will we need for the next stage of our development? • Are there leadership or specialist gaps that could restrict progress? • Do those needs require a permanent appointment—or could interim or fractional expertise provide a more immediate and flexible solution? September often brings renewed momentum. Projects accelerate, investors and partners re-engage, and decisions that appeared less urgent during the summer quickly move up the agenda. Using the summer period to assess future people and skills requirements means organisations can enter the autumn prepared, rather than beginning the search for expertise once the need has become critical. At SCi Partners, we help life sciences organisations identify and secure the leadership and specialist talent needed to support their continued growth. #LifeSciences #Biotechnology #ExecutiveSearch #InterimLeadership

Innovation thrives when diverse perspectives are empowered. 💡 Today, 65% of ARCS Scholars report being part of a group underrepresented in STEM, reflecting our commitment to supporting exceptional scientists and engineers from all backgrounds. By investing in talented graduate students, we're helping build a stronger, more inclusive future for research and innovation.

I have just attended an excellent session by Sascha Evans titled: Not everyone thinks like you: how to run workshops, presentations and meetings that work for every type of thinker. It was one of those brilliant sessions that was immediately practical. Clear frameworks, simple self-assessment tools and, most importantly, a reminder that effective communication starts with understanding that our audiences do not all think, process information or make decisions in the same way. Whether presenting research, developing products, leading workshops or communicating with stakeholders, we should build our delivery for all from the start. Considering cognitive diversity is not only about inclusion, it is about improving understanding, engagement and ultimately better outcomes. One idea that particularly resonated with me was Sascha's use of #biodiversity as a metaphor. Just as healthy ecosystems depend on a diversity of species, each thriving under different conditions and contributing in different ways, our differences in how we think, learn and solve problems are a source of collective strength. It was a powerful reminder that creating environments where different types of thinkers can thrive is not simply about inclusion, it is about enabling better ideas, better decisions and better outcomes. Thank you, Sascha, for a thought-provoking and highly practical session. There were plenty of ideas that I will be taking forward into both my academic work at Liverpool John Moores University and our product development at Prorizon

🎥 Culture Catalyst Fund Spotlight!  We are kicking off a series of project spotlights! Throughout the week, we will be sharing short videos featuring incredible initiatives funded by our £1M Culture Catalyst Fund across the Universities of St Andrews, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. First up, we are excited to feature Creating the generative conditions for imaginative research futures (CoGIF)! 🌟 ✨ Project Vision: Democratising futures literacy (recognised by UNESCO as a vital 21st-century skill) by bringing foresight and scenario-planning tools to researchers at all career stages, particularly early career researchers (ECRs). ✨ Key Focus: Training teams in speculative design, creating spaces for psychological safety and reflection, and building confidence in long-term career and research planning. ✨ Key Outputs: An open-access toolkit, an interactive community of practice, and a sector-wide dissemination event to sustain futures thinking! Watch the 30-second video below to discover how CoGIF is expanding our horizons, setting a new tone, and transforming how we imagine the future of research. 👇 Keep an eye on our feed for more project videos dropping throughout the week! Inform. Connect. Celebrate. #ResearchCulture #CultureCatalystFund #CollegialLeadership #ResearchLeadership #FuturesLiteracy #HigherEducation #CultureChange #Wellcome 

believe the world's greatest innovations are built through strategic partnerships. Through the E1 Global Innovation Council (E1-GIC), we are connecting universities, research institutions, industry, investors, and governments to accelerate research, technology commercialization, and sustainable innovation. If we are not yet connected, I would be delighted to connect and explore opportunities for collaboration. Together, we can transform ideas into global impact. #E1GIC #StrategicPartnerships #GlobalInnovation #ResearchCollaboration #UniversityIndustryCollaboration #TechnologyCommercialization #Leadership #Innovation #Sustainability

This article by Johanna (Hanna) Groothuizen - Godfrey points out some important limitations to efforts to improve research culture. What is needed is a transformation of the underlying incentive system for academic hiring and promotion. See: https://lnkd.in/eXS8T8gD

📢 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 🎉 We are officially launching the iMWomen APAC Virtual Education Series, where we bring together industry experts for a knowledge sharing session. Get great insights and real-world perspectives into the various aspects of the digital infrastructure industry. This is a space designed for learning without barriers—where curiosity is encouraged and every question matters.   Ever wondered how data center deals actually get financed and built? We'll be kicking off our first session with 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝟭𝟬𝟭 💹   If you work in digital infrastructure, you're surrounded by capital—but the investment mechanics can feel opaque. Rebecca Ng and Anqi Lek will be breaking down the fundamentals in an upcoming session that demystifies the process from powered land to exit. We'll walk through: • The develop-to-core lifecycle and what investors look for at each stage • Key metrics that drive decisions: yield-on-cost, development spread, and IRR • How the capital stack comes together—equity, debt, and co-investment structures • What separates a bankable deal from one that doesn't move forward   Whether you're on the technical, operational, or commercial side, you'll gain a practical framework for understanding how these deals are evaluated and structured. Also, for all students and fresh graduates who are curious about or looking to enter the DC industry - 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶! Register below to join us for the iMWomen APAC Virtual Education Series. https://lnkd.in/gPbUWZgb #DataCenters #DigitalInfrastructure #RealEstateFinance #CapitalMarkets #Investments #iMWomen #WomenInLeadership Donna Lorenzen Heather Dooley Amber Caramella Rhea Williams Mara Ervin Suzanne O. Jen Franklin Infrastructure Masons 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺.

⭐ If this were simply a story about winning, it wouldn't be worth telling. Awards celebrate a moment...But they don't tell the story of the years that came before it. They don't reveal the difficult decisions. The moments when the journey seemed like it had reached its end. Or the vision that kept moving forward, even through uncertainty. So, when Dr. Khadija El Bedweihy was crowned the 1st Place Winner of She's Next 2026, we didn't just see a victory on stage. 🏆 We saw a journey that began with a vision, grew through relentless work, and created a lasting impact helping reshape the future of hands-on science education. Today, this is simply another milestone. The ship hasn't dropped its anchor yet. Because the mission isn't over. There are still more universities to empower, more students to inspire, and an even greater future waiting to be built. 🎥 Watch the story behind the award... because the greatest achievements don't begin at the moment of victory they begin with the courage to set sail. Or book a free demo and discover what years of innovation, persistence, and scientific excellence can achieve: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dqi452JQ #PraxiLabs #firstplace #shesnext #sharktank #EdTech #HigherEducation #ScienceEducation #innovations

I hope this doesn't ruffle too many feathers. Innovation is my ideology, my political party, and my center - has been for decades. Leading these efforts inside some of the largest organizations in the world has been the privilege of a lifetime. This is the reason why it's so disappointing that the role of innovation leaders, and Chief Innovation Officers more specifically, hasn't lived up to its potential. With the dawn of the Great Transition, the age of intelligent technologies, coupled with radical changes in politics, demographics, and economics, there's never been a bigger opportunity and a wider opening for innovation leaders to usher in a new era. I took some time last week while on vacation to put pen to paper and attempt to articulate the opportunity of the Chief Innovation Officer and the current state of the role. I hope you'll take a look. Link to article: https://lnkd.in/gUD3qfBz Welcome to Human Innovation. #humaninnovation Human Innovation Institute