Innovation Late

Fascinated by the Future? Let us give you a glimpse of things to come.

This annual event presents a series of talks from inspiring innovators and an exhibition of extraordinary engineering, and this year we're heading to Liverpool!

Step into a world of wonder at Innovation Late, Liverpool’s ultimate after-hours party celebrating the best of British innovation and technology. For one night only, you’ll discover mind-blowing technology, immersive experiences, and inspiring talks all designed to spark your curiosity.

Experience latest cutting-edge technology with live demonstrations and interactive exhibits; See levitating gin and tonic, get your brain scanned, feel textiles that generate electricity, and experience the groundbreaking camera tech behind award-winning shows like The Favourite, Wolf Hall, and much more.

You’ll hear from trailblazing speakers who are engineering a more sustainable world from the people creating futuristic sustainable materials, engineers fighting fires using the latest drone technology and how virtual reality is accelerating patient recovery.

Hosted by the brilliant Jackie Bell, physicist, pilot, and aspiring astronaut - this is engineering like you’ve never seen before.

Drop-in anytime, and take your pick from the series of talks, exhibits and hands-on activities on offer.

Get ready for a night of fun, curiosity, and hands-on discovery. Innovation Late is your ticket to the future.

Terms and conditions

By registering for this event, you agree to the Royal Academy of Engineering's terms and conditions.

*This includes either one of the following: Draught beer, house wine or a soft drink. You will need to arrive at the venue before 7.30pm to claim this offer.

Accessibility

The Venue is wheelchair accessible and a BSL interpreter will be present for the duration of the talks.

Speakers

Jackie Bell

Dr Jackie Bell is an award-winning Principal Teaching Fellow at Imperial College London and Honorary Fellow of the University of Liverpool. With a background in mathematical sciences and theoretical particle physics, Jackie now specialises in equity, diversity and inclusion in STEM. She advocates for those from historically underrepresented backgrounds and leads strategic programmes that create more inclusive landscapes within higher education.

Krystina Pearson-Rampeearee

Krystina Pearson-Rampeearee is a multi-award-winning Chartered Engineer and STEM ambassador from Liverpool who works as an engineering delivery lead and early careers lead at BAE Systems. She creates engineering content on social media and owns her own small business, AviateHer. Krystina studied aerospace systems engineering at the University of the West of England and became the first engineer in her family. She is passionate about encouraging and inspiring more young people to consider STEM careers.

Kate Black

Professor Kate Black FREng is CEO of Atomik AM, a pioneering company transforming advanced manufacturing with sustainable, innovative solutions. She leads the integration of advanced chemistry and engineering to help manufacturers cut costs, waste and environmental impact. Kate is a professor of manufacturing at the University of Liverpool and an Academy Fellow. She is recognised for her research, teaching, and commitment to driving sustainable change in industry.

Yusuff Yusuff

Yusuff is an aerospace engineer and Founder of Aeroknite Ltd, exploring how drones and advanced AI can be used to improve lives. His work spans wildfire prediction, drone-based fire mitigation, and aerial communication using holograms, sitting at the intersection of aviation, AI, and climate resilience.

Aled Roberts

Aled is an inventor who completed a PhD in materials engineering at the University of Liverpool before working as a research scientist at the University of Manchester. Here, he developed several methods to produce construction materials on the Moon and Mars, before the COVID-19 pandemic drove him to continue his research underground. He has since founded a startup company, Dekiln, to commercialise his inventions.

Carl Grainger

Carl Grainger is the Founder and Director of Viz Box Ltd, a pioneering health technology company based on the Wirral that specialises in virtual reality solutions for mental health and stroke rehabilitation. He established Viz Box Ltd in 2018, drawing on a background in developing virtual reality experiences to support people with PTSD, anxiety, and diverse health challenges. He also developed the Skyla NR™, his flagship virtual reality application designed to support upper limb stroke recovery and enhance wellbeing.

Past events

Check out some of the interactive exhibits and talks at Innovation Late 2023 and 2024 which gave our guests insight into just some of Britain's exceptional engineering making a difference.

Photos by Layton Thompson.