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New Director appointment at Converge Challenge

Converge Challenge, Scotland’s leading company creation programme for staff, students and recent graduates of Scottish Universities and Research Institutes has confirmed appointment of its new Director, Dr Claudia Cavalluzzo.

Winners of 4th Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards announced

Organised by Interface, the awards recognise, reward and celebrate impacts achieved through collaborative business and academic partnerships.

New Locate in Midlothian website launched

If you’re looking to start a new business venture, grow your existing company, relocate with your family or simply want to visit the area, the newly launched Locate in Midlothian website gives you all the tools, support and information you need.

MELCC Chamber Business Awards Ceremony & Dinner

The Chamber Awards bring together the business community of Midlothian and East Lothian, showcasing the achievements of a range of businesses and talented individuals.

Business After Hours - Young Professionals Gathering

Informal event for young professionals from different industries and business backgrounds, introducing a new membership to help develop careers by promoting cross-industry networking and educational opportunities.

Edinburgh Technopole expansion plans revealed

A new phase of development at Edinburgh Technopole looks set to create new opportunities for science and technology companies in Scotland.

Midlothian Science Zone - New Appointment

Midlothian Science Zone appoints a project co-ordinator to increase engagement and collaboration within the community and beyond, raising awareness to the opportunities of this centre of excellence for animal health, research and science business.

MSZ Business Forum discuss data opportunities

Data led the discussion at MSZ's virtual Business Forum event on March 9th with guests speakers joined by businesses within the zone.

New strategy to boost Midlothian’s economy

An ambitious new 5-year economic strategy is being developed by Midlothian Council in a bid to drive innovation, investment and inclusive growth in the area.

New centre boosts Scottish biomedical sector

A new research centre to develop and manufacture medical devices in Scotland has been launched.

Park life remains positive at Edinburgh Technopole

At Edinburgh Technopole, the development of the Pioneer Building has created a brand new collaborative heart to this science and business park within Midlothian Science Zone.

Finalists revealed in 6th Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards

Interface shortlist for 6th Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards highlights several business-academic collaborations within Midlothian Science Zone.

Edinburgh & South East Scotland Regional Prosperity Framework

Residents, businesses and organisations across south east Scotland are being urged to take part in a major upcoming consultation to help shape the economic future of the region.

Midlothian businesses encouraged to sign Midlothian Business Green Pledge

Businesses in Midlothian are encouraged to sign a new Midlothian Business Green Pledge designed to support businesses in their endeavours to be environmentally friendly.

Scottish Enterprise partnership to support female business founders achieve global growth

AccelerateHER and Scottish Enterprise are partnering to increase support for female-led companies to maximise their global growth potential.

MSZ Business Forum discuss agritech support and services

Agritech innovation was the focus of discussion at our recent MSZ Business Forum event with Agri-EPI Centre guest speaker joined by businesses within the zone.

MSZ Business Forum learn more about aquaculture opportunities

Aquaculture is our fastest growing farmed food sector, and was the focus of discussion at our recent MSZ Business Forum with guest speaker Ross Houston, Personal Chair of Aquaculture Genetics and Deputy Director for Translation and Commercialisation at th...

MSZ Business Forum meet an entrepreneur progressing cancer research

Midlothian Business Forum welcomed an award-winning entrepreneur Ishani Malhotri, founder and CEO of Carcinotech to learn more about her entrepreneurial journey and success in the manufacturing of 3D cancer research models to enable accurate testing and t...

MSZ Business Forum introduced to core facilities on Easter Bush Campus

MSZ Business Forum delegates were introduced to Easter Bush Campus core facilities and some unique equipment, accessible to researchers in animal health, avian and aquaculture sectors, located in the zone or beyond.

Economic renewal strategy to support jobs and businesses in Midlothian

Midlothian Council has approved a new Economic Renewal Strategy, setting out its ambitious approach to managing the transition from lockdown and planning for the longer term challenges the local economy will face.