Our CEO, Jodie Eastwood (left) and Alison Young from techUK (right), attends the launch of the London Growth Plan in late February.

London’s optimistic future is being shaped right here in the Knowledge Quarter.  

The new London Growth Plan, unveiled last week by the Mayor of London, highlights our area as a key driver of productivity. We’re extremely proud to see KQ organisations leading the way (check out a preview of our spotlight case study).   

This March, we’re kicking off Women's History Month with three events that highlight the outstanding contributions women make across our incredible network. Our CEO, Jodie Eastwood, will kick off the celebrations at WM College this Friday, alongside some inspiring women from around the KQ. We’re also excited to celebrate groundbreaking progress in women’s health innovation at two upcoming events — one with UCL and another at Impact Hub London Euston.

Lastly, don’t miss our next private view at the magnificent Aga Khan Centre, exploring climate change through art, thanks to the work of three KQ members: the Aga Khan Foundation UK, the Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations and the Institute of Ismaili Studies. 

KQ Highlights

CEO PANEL

Lunch and Learn: International Women’s Day Panel

7 March | 1:00 PM-2:00 PM | WM College 

Celebrate International Women’s Day with us this Friday with a thought-provoking discussion on women’s leadership, allyship, and social change at WM College. This free panel brings together influential women who have broken barriers and shaped their industries (including our very own Jodie Eastwood, CEO). 

ONE-DAY SUMMIT

Innovation in Women's Health Tech 2025 

11 March | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM | Impact Hub London Euston

The future of women’s healthcare is being reshaped by AI, robotics, and VR. From improving maternal care to advancing pain management, this event spotlights the latest breakthroughs in health tech designed with women in mind.  

We invite all KQ academics, clinicians, patient advocates, tech innovators, industry leaders, and more, to join us to explore game-changing advancements.  

It is hosted by UCL Innovation & Enterprise in collaboration with us and Barclays Eagle Labs. 

BRUNCH & PANEL

Women’s Health Matters: Innovating for equity in women’s health 

10 March | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM | Impact Hub London Euston

Women’s health remains overlooked—misdiagnosed, underfunded, and deprioritised. The UK has the largest female health gap in the G20 (2021), with fewer clinical trials and less pain medication prescribed to women.  

This event challenges health innovators and investors to close the gap. 

KQ SIGNATURE

KQ Private View: Aga Khan Centre’s ‘Seeds of Trees, Sounds of Mountains’

3 April | 8:30 AM-10:00 AM | Aga Khan Centre Gallery

Join us for an exclusive guided curator tour of Aga Khan Centre’s latest exhibition, ‘Seeds of Trees, Sounds of Mountains,’ exploring the deep connections between nature, sustainability, and spirituality through a unique artistic lens. Featuring works by a diverse group of artists, poets, and sound artists from across the UK and internationally, the exhibition responds to themes of environmental stewardship, inspired by the Aga Khan Development Network’s commitment to climate action. 
 
The exhibition is supported by the three KQ member organisations based at the Aga Khan Centre: the Aga Khan Foundation UK, the Aga Khan University’s Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations and the Institute of Ismaili Studies.

What's On in March

New Exhibitions

Now to 31 July | Taste of Tomorrow Exhibition | The Mills Fabrica 
Discover how 12 pioneering innovators are revolutionising agriculture and food production, from AI-powered crop breeding to cocoa-free chocolate. 

5 April to 5 January 2026 | Voices of Resistance: Slavery and Post in the Caribbean | The Postal Museum 
Explore how the British postal service profited from and enabled transatlantic trafficking of enslaved Africans, featuring newly unearthed correspondence and stories of resistance of the women, men and children who were enslaved. 

Now to 8 June | Seeds of Trees, Sounds of Mountains | Aga Khan Centre 
The Aga Khan Centre’s newest exhibition explores the intersection of climate change and spirituality through art. Pay a visit yourself or join our upcoming private view for a special guided tour by the curator. 

More Events

10-14 March | Health and Wellbeing Awareness Week | The St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre
Somers Town Community Association (STCA) is putting on a weeklong series of events with various expert organisations that promote information and the importance of health and wellbeing, including a series on women's health.  

12 March | Rhythms of Immunity: Choreographing the Dance of Vaccination | Francis Crick Institute 
What happens inside your body after an infection? How does a vaccine protect you from disease? Explore the interplay between our immune system, vaccines, and viruses through choreography, dance, and film, followed by a panel discussion on collaborating across the art-science divide. 

13 March | Everyday AI: How AI is Shaping Creative Futures | UCL BaseKX  
Minority Business Matters (MBM) invites ethnically diverse creative businesses and freelancers to explore AI’s impact on the creative industries. This event includes a masterclass in effective networking, featuring storytelling techniques to perfect personal narratives and communicate with impact. 

17-18 March | AI UK 2025 | The Alan Turing Institute 
The UK’s national showcase of data science and artificial intelligence returns, featuring over 40 interactive demonstrations (including from KQ partners UCL, Digital Catapult, and the Institute of Physics) and expert speakers, including the UK’s Chief Scientific Adviser for National Security.  

18 March | Defying Limits: Women's Voices in Challenging Professions (Film Screening & Q&A) | SOAS, University of London  
Join SOAS Library and award-winning filmmaker Charysse Tia Harper for a Women's History Month event. 

20-22 March | AVA London | British Library 
The UK's premier music and visual arts festival and conference, featuring FKA Twigs, Annie Mac, Jayda G, and Jarvis Cocker. Includes keynote lectures, masterclasses, live shows, and raves. Get a special 15% KQ discount here. 

21 March | Live Podcast Recording – A Question of Science with Brian Cox | Francis Crick Institute 
Join Brian Cox for a live recording of a BBC Studios science podcast at the Crick. 

25 March | Talk by Alec Forshaw: Architectural Visions for Bloomsbury | Camden Town Hall
Explore the architectural evolution of Bloomsbury from the 17th century to today with Alec Forshaw, former Principal Design and Conservation Officer at Islington. The talk is hosted by KQ partner Camden Tour Guides Association. No booking required, just turn up on Tuesday 25 March at 6:30 PM-8:00 PM at Camden Town Hall. 

27 March | Mindful Moves Yoga | Francis Crick Institute 
A gentle yoga class followed by a visit to the Hello Brain exhibition, scientist chats, and refreshments. Suitable for all levels, mats provided. 

9 April | Crick Crash Course: Tuberculosis | The Francis Crick Institute’s morning lecture series communicating science to the public continues. 

News

Knowledge Quarter Takes Center Stage in London’s New Growth Plan

"Within ten minutes of our Bloomsbury campus, one of the world’s largest and most collaborative innovation districts is taking shape in the Knowledge Quarter, with huge potential to bring together life sciences, technology, healthcare, and academia in one place." —Dr Michael Spence, President & Provost, UCL (London Growth Plan press release) 

The London Growth Plan was released last week, outlining a strategy to boost London’s economy by £107 billion over the next decade. 

The Mayor’s vision for inclusive growth and for declaring frontier innovation (especially in life sciences, AI, and green technology) as London’s "new superpower" isn't just a theory — it’s the reality that we’re building every day in the Knowledge Quarter.

Here’s what our CEO, Jodie Eastwood, said of the Plan:   

“As CEO of Knowledge Quarter, I’m proud to see the role that our innovation district will play in this transformation. The Plan rightly recognises the power of London’s knowledge economy, from life sciences and AI to the creative industries and quantum computing, all underpinned by our academic excellence. By investing in talent, unlocking new spaces for innovation, and backing business growth, we can help make London’s economy £107 billion larger by 2035.”  

Continue reading to discover the six other innovation districts across London that we stand with to bolster our economy. 

PR THROWBACK

“It has really grown on me… This is in a unique place in the world.”

That’s how Pushmeet Kohli, head of research at Google DeepMind, described the Knowledge Quarter after moving to London from India's Doon Valley, in an article published by The Times in 2023 that called us as ‘An Ideas Factory for the UK.’ 

Jobs & Opportunities Board

Opportunities

Call for Innovative Carbon Solutions in the KQ 

Impact Hub London is partnering with Tencent (WeChat, League of Legends, major stakes in Universal Music, Spotify, Tesla) on the CarbonX Program 2.0 to support climate tech for a net-zero 2050.

KQ universities, research institutes, and startups can apply by 31 May. 

Ready to grow your business in Camden with free coworking memberships?  

To support Camden’s growing entrepreneurial community, we're partnering with Impact Hub London to deliver the Camden Hub 30 coworking membership. Camden residents and businesses may be eligible to receive six months of free coworking space, followed by an additional six months at a 50% discount.  

Jobs

Are you or someone you know looking for a direct entry into a career at Google? Google UK’s Apprenticeships for Digital Business (Sales and Marketing) and Software Engineering are open for 2025. The deadline is 10 March, and it is recommended to apply ASAP.  

The Local Government Information Unit (LGIU), a membership organisation working to make local democracy around the world collectively stronger, is looking for a new Head of Research. Apply here by 9 March.