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Community & Events

When you’re starting out in business you need a team on your side. When you’re a science or tech innovator, you need a community.

Grassroots is a hub of creativity and innovation, teeming with ambitious minds looking to make an impact on the world. Our network fosters collaboration, helping early-stage science and technology entrepreneurs come up with ingenious solutions and make the breakthroughs they are looking for.

To enhance these opportunities for growth, we host a range of regular networking socialising events are – giving you the chance to rub shoulders with your soon-to-be successful peers who could help propel your future projects.

Surround yourself with inspiration and expertise and tap into a community that specialises in science and technology – and turning it into a thriving business.

Leverage the know-how of our skilled in-house business support team, who are here to support you on your growth journey. From questions on the logistics of running of your business to strategic decision-making advice, we have the expertise and connections to push your business forward.

Upcoming Events

March 2023
Oxford Vascular Biology Symposium 2023

March 27, 2023

The MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine John Radcliffe Hospital Headington, Oxford, United Kingdom

You have a good idea but you need to know that your product has a market. Product market fit is the first step in building a successful venture.

Free
Coffee & Cake Morning

Featured March 29, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Grassroots Workspace 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

All members are welcome for a social event in Grassroots. Coffee & Cake will be provided from 10:00 You are welcome to bring in your own special recipe Vegan and gluten-free are provided

Free
April 2023
World Penguin Day

Featured April 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Grassroots Workspace 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

April 25 is World Penguin Day, a celebration of one of the most charming and unique animal species in the world. This day aims to teach people more about penguins, their habitats, and their importance in the ecosystem. It also raises awareness about the ways in which we can help protect penguins and their environment as, ... Read more

Free
A message from BioTrinity Enhanced Event Supporter

Featured April 25, 2023 @ 3:00 pm

Innovate UK will drive transformational health innovation to improve health and economic growth in the UK. Through our flagship grant funding mechanism, Biomedical Catalyst, we help small and medium sized businesses test and develop innovative health and care solutions across life sciences, including therapeutics, medical devices, and digital health. Come along to our session on ... Read more

Free
May 2023
Get started with Quantum Computing: hands-on workshop with Classiq

Featured May 1, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Classiq is a quantum software company that has a leading quantum algorithms development platform. Classiq allows you to generate optimized quantum circuits, visualize and analyze them interactively, and execute them on real hardware with only 3 simple clicks! Although we were led to think that a quantum algorithm is synonymous with a quantum circuit, this ... Read more

Free
Coronation Celebration

May 4, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Grassroots Workspace 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

Early King's Coronation celebration party Thursday 4th of May. Grassroots Workspace will be gearing up to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King. The National Coronation dish 'Quiche' will be served as other nibbles. Look your best! Time: from 12:00 till 3 pm.

Free
OBN: Student Science Social

Featured May 10, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Grassroots Workspace 46 Woodstock Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

Build new relationships with commercial partners from across the life sciences ecosytem

Free
Afternoon Tea Networking

Featured May 11, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Witney Business & Innovation Centre Windrush House, Windrush Industrial Park, Burford Road, Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

We’re celebrating the King’s coronation on May 8th with a special treat for our community members! Join us for a delightful afternoon tea, featuring an array of delicious scones, sandwiches, cakes, and plenty of tea to go around. If you’re interested in attending this event, visit the Witney reception on May 11th at 12 pm ... Read more

Free
Tea Detox Tuesday

May 16, 2023

Witney Business & Innovation Centre Windrush House, Windrush Industrial Park, Burford Road, Witney, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Mark your calendars for Tea Detox Tuesday on May 16th at our Business and Innovation Centre! We believe in promoting a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, and what better way to start your day than with a cup of detoxifying tea? Join us on this day to receive a complimentary cup of detox tea, which is ... Read more
Mental health wellness lunch

May 18, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Here at Grassroots, we care about everyone's mental health and well-being, as this is mental health well-being week we encourage healthy eating. Healthy eating can improve our stress and anxiety levels and impact our productivity during the workday.

Free