Hosted at The Royal Society, and co-chaired by Dame Angela McLean, UK Government Chief Scientific Advisor, the UK Global R&D and Science Investment Summit will bring together the world’s leading investors, innovators and institutions to explore the extraordinary wealth of R&D and science investment opportunities from right across the UK. Featuring groundbreaking spinouts and scale-up, innovation-driven capital project and opportunities to forge global industrial partnerships with the UK’s world-leading universities, this landmark inaugural Summit will connect discovery with investment — and innovation with impact.

Set in the heart of Westminster, the Royal Society offers a distinguished and historic setting overlooking The Mall and St James’s Park. Its elegant, architecturally striking rooms combine heritage features with modern facilities, making it an exceptional venue. With excellent transport links and a reputation for scientific excellence, the Royal Society provides a memorable backdrop for events in central London.
A conference exploring how science and R&D underpins the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy and IS8 priority sectors.
Showcasing the best of UK university spin-outs, scale-ups and venture capital opportunities.
A UK Science and Innovation House for the whole of the UK, bringing the very best science, R&D and investment opportunities from right across the country to London.
Informal networking, engagement and refreshment spaces.
Dedicated Boardroom and meeting space for investor and partner engagements, breakfasts, lunches and other private events.
Monday 10th June – whole building
Black-tie VIP reception marking the opening of the Summit – to include Ministerial remarks, incorporate the inaugural UK Unicorns Reception, Spin-out showcases in the Marble Hall/ Kohn Centre and R&D exhibits in the UK Nations and Regions Zones.
Tuesday 11th June – whole building
Soiree night – to incorporate multiple events including UK Universities Reception and dedicated UK Nations and Regions Receptions