Speakers
A series of keynote speakers at MSC EXPO 2024
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Dr Kieran Ryan
Head of Knowledge Transfer, Atlantic Technological University.
Dr Kieran Ryan’s presentation will discuss academic-industry collaboration, drawing on experiences from Ireland and abroad. Dr ryan will also present how companies interested in collaborating with universities can start and the work by agencies like Knowledge Transfer Ireland in simplifying the process.
Dr Ryan has held various roles at the University of Galway, including Commercialisation Executive in Lifesciences and Senior Knowledge Exchange Manager. He has been pivotal in identifying and protecting intellectual property, managing stakeholder relationships, licensing technologies, and steering research toward market needs while supporting start-up ventures. Previously, as Manager of the Regenerative Medicine Institute, he oversaw strategic development, grant management, and stakeholder engagement. His expertise includes technology transfer, business development, research commercialisation, and expanding research infrastructure.
Title: Industry-Academic Collaboration.
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Dubhaltach Mac Lochlainn
Head of NSAI, National Metrology Laboratory.
Dubhaltach will offer an overview of the measurement infrastructure at both national and international levels and highlight the various services provided by NML. He will also address common calibration queries, with a particular focus on the requirements of ISO 17025 and other quality management standards.
Dubhaltach, with over 25 years of experience in measurement and calibration, specialising in temperature and humidity measurement, was recently appointed as the head of the National Metrology Laboratory.
Title: How to Measure with Confidence.
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Antti Leino
Director at Lifecycle Consultancy Services.
Antti is an internationally educated and highly motivated professional, with over fifteen years of experience across consulting, engineering, and international business. With a robust educational foundation and an MBA, Antti has built a versatile career working in dynamic environments, delivering clinical laboratory projects across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and North and South America.
Throughout his career, Antti has demonstrated a strong capability for navigating complex projects, excelling in business case development, procurement delivery, and process-based design for laboratories. His diverse professional experience has equipped him with the confidence and expertise to work effectively in fast-paced, multicultural settings, ensuring the successful delivery of innovative and strategic solutions.
Title: Navigating Procurement Challenges in Laboratories: Consultancy Support for Projects where local Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are key suppliers.
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Steve Cole
Technical Sales Specialist Centrifugation, Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Steve will present the critical topic of centrifuge and rotor safety, ergonomics, and best practices. His presentation enhances laboratory safety and ensures best practices when working with centrifuges. From small bench-top general-purpose and clinical centrifuges to large-capacity blood banking models, as well as super-speed and ultracentrifuges, Steve’s in-depth knowledge will empower you with the tools needed for safe centrifuge operation, reducing the risk of accidents and equipment damage in your lab.
Steve has an extensive career in laboratory equipment, consumables, chemicals, and cell culture plasticware sales dating back to 1990, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.
Title: Centrifuge and Rotor Safety.
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Dulan Liyanage
Market Development Representative, My Green Lab / Impact Laboratories.
Dulan Liyanage, a prominent advocate for sustainability in laboratory environments from My Green Lab and Impact Laboratories, will be one of our featured speakers at this year’s MSC Expo! Throughout his career, Dulan has been at the forefront of driving sustainability in academic labs and now focuses on guiding manufacturers to enhance the sustainability of lab products through the ACT Ecolabel program.
My Green Lab, a non-profit organisation, is on a mission to foster a global culture of sustainability in the scientific community. As the world leader in establishing internationally recognised sustainability standards for laboratories and lab products, My Green Lab is transforming the way science is conducted. They offer certification programs, educational resources, and advocacy initiatives designed to help labs reduce their environmental footprint and adopt more sustainable practices.
Dulan will discuss the growing need for third-party-verified sustainability in lab products and share insights on how the ACT Ecolabel can help reduce the environmental impact of lab procurement.
Title: My Green Lab: What is a Green Lab Product?
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Ross McCarthy
Managing Director, Keystone Procurement
Ross McCarthy is the Managing Director of Keystone Procurement, a leading procurement advisory firm that works with public, private, and non-profit organisations to streamline their procurement, sourcing, and tendering processes. Under his leadership, Keystone Procurement also provides specialised training for buyers and suppliers, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate all aspects of tendering effectively.
In addition to his role at Keystone Procurement, Ross has been deeply involved in advocacy and representation for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). He is a former Chair and current National Council Member of the Irish SME Association (ISME), an organisation dedicated to supporting the growth and success of SMEs across Ireland. On the European stage, he serves as Vice President of SMEUnited, an influential organisation representing over 20 million SMEs across the EU in Brussels, championing their interests in European policy-making.
Title: Procurement of specialised equipment: the role of market research and engagement in driving successful outcomes.
