IPEM Science Technology Engineering Forum (STEF) 2026

12-13 October 2026, Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Date: 12th – 13th Oct

Location: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester

Theme: Future Skills – Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce. Are you ready to shape the future of science, technology, and engineering in healthcare? Join us in Manchester, 12–13 October 2026, for  STEF 2026, a dynamic two-day forum focused on Future Skills. From innovation to leadership in diverse environments, this event brings together experts, trainees, and thought leaders to explore how we prepare today’s workforce for tomorrow’s challenges.

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Programme overview

Day One – Strategy, Innovation & Leadership*

• Opening Plenary: Welcome from the President and keynote

• Expert Panel Fireside Chat: Tackling workforce challenges and more

• Parallel Workshops:

• Routes to RPA/RWA – Early career guidance

• HSST Pathways

• Leadership & Diversity – Exploring unconventional leadership styles

• Engineering Careers – Career frameworks and strategic updates

• Exhibitor Demos – VR, LMS, and more

• Plenary on Workforce Strategy: Retention, statistics, and future-proofing clinical technologists

• Awards Dinner: Celebrate excellence

Day Two – Skills in Action*

• Workshops:

• Trainee Presentations – MSc projects and early research

• Business Case & Grant Writing

• Medical Physics Expert (MPE) Pathways

• Exhibitor Demos

• Proffered Papers: Selected presentations chaired by the President

• Breakout Sessions:

• Technologist Focus

• Physics Futures – 10-year plan, governance, and life sciences

• MR Safety – Certification and standards

• Closing Plenary: Woolmer Lecture with keynote speakers

*programme is under construction and subject to change