The Foundation for Science and Technology is delighted to welcome Lord Vallance of Balham KCB FRS FMedSci to Harwell Campus for a special in-conversation event.

Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026

Time: 17:30 – 21:00

Venue: CO:LABS, Second Street, Harwell Campus, OX11 0GL

In conversation with the Foundation’s Chair, the Rt Hon Lord Willetts FRS, Lord Vallance will reflect on the opportunities and challenges facing UK science and innovation, and his perspectives on the priorities for the years ahead.

With Harwell celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, at the heart of one of the UK’s leading science and innovation clusters, the conversation will explore the role that places like Harwell and the national labs and facilities on site can play in driving innovation, attracting investment and translating scientific excellence into economic growth.

Lord Vallance will also discuss his ambitions as Chair of the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor and the opportunities for research, industry and government to work together to realise its potential.

The conversation will be followed by an opportunity for questions from the audience and a drinks reception.

The event is kindly hosted by Advanced Research Clusters.