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Graeme Loy, Acting Chief Executive, Western Sydney Local Health District's presentation at the 2018 HIP Conference looks at the vision, governance and potential impact of Westmead's innovation precinct. Read news story

Alice Drew, Head of Workplace Strategy with Lendlease, provided an overview of what it takes to transform the plans for an innovation precinct into a real-world outcome.  In her presentation, Alice looked specifically at the transition from Innovation Experience to Innovation Culture and ultimately to the development of an Innovation Ecosystem. Read news story

In his presentation at the 2018 HIP Conference, Brendan Flynn, the Deputy Executive Chair of the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct provided attendees with an overview of the Who, What, Why and How of the precinct.  He discussed the purpose of the precinct, it's role within the broader biomedical ecosystem, and its focus on commercialisation. Read news story

Ron Dizy, Senior Vice President Partnerships, provided an overview of what makes a successful international innovation precinct during his 2018 HIP presentation and how the MaRS Discovery District in Toronto sets a benchmark around the world. Read news story

Researcher Michaela Sheahan from HASSELL Studio looked at the importance of design when developing health innovation precincts. Her presentation covered the need for 'walkability', the value of building up not out, and the inclusion of high quality public spaces during the early planning stages to ensure successful, vibrant precincts. Read news story

Gerry McDougall, a Partner with PwC, delivered one of the international keynotes at the 2018 HIP Conference. He shared an insight into the changing nature of academic/industry relationships and the growing importance of collaboration between the two in order to create an environment that generates successful innovation and commercialisation. Read news story