Edinburgh Napier University colleagues working are invited to join an exclusive members-only webinar hosted by Knowledge Exchange UK (KEUK) on Knowledge Exchange and National Security: Responsibilities, Risks, and Collaboration on 24 March 2026.
As ENU is a member of KEUK, all staff, academics and researchers across the University are eligible to register for this members-only event.
Why this event matters
Knowledge exchange is central to ensuring that Edinburgh Napier’s research, expertise and technologies make a positive impact.
At the same time, the environment in which knowledge is shared is becoming more complex, particularly where research involves:
- Emerging and sensitive technologies
- Dual use capabilities
- International partnerships
- Intellectual property with potential security considerations
With national security issues evolving quickly, universities have an increasing responsibility to understand and manage the risks associated with innovation and collaboration.
This online session will help colleagues deepen their awareness of:
- Security considerations relevant to KE activity
- Risks associated with sensitive or high impact research
- Balancing open research with responsible practice
- Practical steps to safeguard innovation and partnerships
What the session will cover
The webinar will introduce the key issues at the intersection of knowledge exchange and national security. It aims to raise awareness, build understanding and encourage discussion across the UK university sector.
Participants will gain insight into:
- The current UK national security landscape
- Risk factors linked to proliferation and misuse
- How universities can respond through governance, policy and culture
- The role of KE professionals in supporting responsible innovation
Speakers
The event will feature contributions from sector specialists, including:
- Stuart Wilkinson, CEO, Knowledge Exchange UK
- Chris Buckland, HERSA
- Rosemary Boyle, Cambridge Enterprise
- NPSA speaker
These perspectives will be valuable for colleagues supporting research partnerships, technology development, IP management, commercialisation and collaborative projects.
Who should attend
This event is relevant for:
• Academic researchers
• Research centre and institute leads
• Knowledge exchange and impact staff
• Business and industry engagement teams
• Enterprise and commercialisation colleagues
• Staff working with sensitive data, IP or strategic partnerships
How to register
Edinburgh Napier University colleagues can sign up by logging in with their University email address via the KEUK website.