University of Saskatchewan, Canada
The University of Saskatchewan (USask), through Research Excellence and Innovation, signed a collaboration agreement with Uppsala University 2017 to organize AIMday.
Experiences from the University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan (USask), through Research Excellence and Innovation, signed a collaboration agreement with Uppsala University 2017 to organize AIMdayTM events on campus. We have so far conducted five events in the areas of Minerals, Imaging, Big Data, AgTech and Internet of Things.
AIMday is a unique meeting concept that enables local industry to connect with researchers and academia at USask in a way that we had not done before. The format – one question, one hour, one group discussion – is well documented and key to success for us. We have seen conversations, discussions and new relationships form that have resulted in tangible new projects and collaborations. The events drive innovation forward by finding new paths to solutions to industry challenges.
Inspiration and Insight
Bringing competencies together in tailor-made discussions is key to identifying areas of common interest.
Efficient meetings
Every question is discussed for one hour, no more, no less. The size of the group is small, five to ten people. Each group includes industry representatives and researchers from various disciplines.
Great Networking
During AIMday there are plenty of opportunities for networking and spontaneous meetings. Many valuable contacts are made over a cup of coffee.
AIMday gives us opportunity and allows us to see things from different angles. I would come back for another AIMday!
Outcomes of these AIMday initiated projects are affecting and developing our company. We come here to find experts to tap into their expertise. We give them the perimeter (i.e. the session question) and they bring the expertise. I’m a big AIMday fan!
