About this episode

The episode discusses the significance of Deep Tech in the context of Cambridge Tech Week and features a panel on what constitutes a world-class deep tech ecosystem.

Welcome to Cambridge Tech Week Kickstarter, the event that's putting Cambridge firmly on the global innovation map. This year's theme? How Deep Tech Changes the World. If you're a founder, investor, or tech enthusiast, tune in to find out more about the week, and to hear the panel discussion at the kickstarter event. The episode starts with updates from Kathryn Chapman (Innovate Cambridge), Rob Bridge (Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority), Mike Short and Michaela Eschbach (Cambridge Wireless). We then cover the highlights of the panel discussion that asks “What Does a World-Class Deep Tech Ecosystem Actually Look Like?” Kathryn Chapman hosts, with panelists Professor Sir John Aston (University of Cambridge), Jo Slota-Newson (Almanac Ventures) and Lucy Yu (CEO, Centre for Net Zero, Octopus Energy Group). Cambridge isn't just another tech hub. It's a deliberate ecosystem where world-class research, creative thinking, and bold partnerships converge. The government is backing it. The talent is there. Will you be there to hear more during Cambridge Tech Week this September? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: James Parton, Faye Holland

Guests: Professor Sir John Aston, Jo Slota-Newson, Lucy Yu

Topics covered

• Deep Tech
• Innovation
• Ecosystem
• Panel Discussion
• Cambridge Tech Week
• Industrial Revolution

Keywords

• Deep Tech
• Cambridge
• Innovation
• Ecosystem
• Panel Discussion
• Tech Enthusiasts
• Industrial Revolution

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Innovate Cambridge, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, Cambridge Wireless, Centre for Net Zero, Octopus Energy Group

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