Intellectual Property for Deep Tech Startups

Accelerate
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Old Market
Public
Upcoming Event
19 Nov 2026

Date

2:30 pm
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4:30 pm

Time

About this event

​Join us at Science Creates for a training session on IP for Deep Tech Startups: Protecting Innovation and Attracting Investment with Jennifer Unsworth & Thomas Lonsdale from HGF.

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​A free event delivered by patent and trademark experts HGF, open to Science Creates' members and external registrations.

​Ideal for: founders, CTOs, scientists, engineers and innovators developing novel technologies.

​Your intellectual property (IP) may be one of your company's most valuable assets, but only if it is protected and used strategically.

​In this interactive 90-minute workshop, HGF will explain how patents fit into the growth journey of a Deep Tech business, from early-stage innovation through to fundraising, commercialisation and exit. Using practical examples and case studies, they'll explore what makes an invention patentable, when founders should think about filing patents, and how a strong IP position can enhance company value and investor confidence.

​Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to avoid common IP pitfalls, build an investment-ready IP strategy, and use patents to create competitive advantage.

​Continue networking with the Deep Tech community of the South West at our November Deep Tech Mixer downstairs at Bar 1023 from 4.30pm.

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​Agenda

  • ​2:30pm: Arrival with coffee
  • ​2:45-3:30pm: Session 1
  • ​3:30-3:45pm: Coffee break & networking
  • ​3:45-4:30pm: Session 2
  • ​4:30pm: (Optional) November Deep Tech Mixer at Bar 1023 downstairs

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​Location

​H2O, Science Creates Old Market, Bristol. The venue is a 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads train station and close to local bus routes on Old Market Street and Temple Way.

​Please note that parking is not available on site. The nearest pay and display car park is opposite the venue at Gardiner Haskins.

​Outdoor bike storage is available at the front of the building.

​The venue is fully accessible and has gender neutral toilets.

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