Event round-up: NQCC and techUK | The Future of Quantum Computing in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Insights paper launch

This event provided an overview of the key findings from the report as well as explored how quantum computing has the potential to transform opportunities across the breadth of healthcare and pharmaceuticals pipeline. 

Speakers included:

• Simon Plant (Deputy Director for Innovation, NQCC),
• Faiyaz Amin (Office for Lifesciences, DSIT)
• Sonali Mohapatra (Quantum Innovation Sector Lead, NQCC)
• Laura Foster (Associate Director - Tech and Innovation, techUK)
• Rosie Britton (Innovation Policy Manager, Department for Health and Social Care)
• Sam Genway (Scientific Director, Machine Learning and AI, LifeArc)

You can watch the event below:

Robert Walker

Head of Health & Social Care, techUK

Robert joined techUK in October 2022, where he is now Programme Manager for Health and Social Care.

Robert previously worked at the Pension Protection Fund, within the policy and public affairs team. Prior to this, he worked at the Scottish Parliament, advising politicians and industry stakeholders on a wide range of issues, including rural crime and health policies.

Robert has a degree in Politics and International Relations (MA Hons) from the University of Aberdeen, with a particular focus on strategic studies and energy security. Outside of work he enjoys activities such as running, rugby, boxing and cooking!

Email:

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