From honouring scientific integrity at Springer Nature’s John Maddox Prize award ceremony (pictured above), to co-hosting a life sciences roundtable with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and running a public forum on the future of ovarian health, we spent October ‘standing up for science.’

This November, we’re keeping the momentum going at London Life Sciences Week (16-21 Nov) – including by co-hosting the Week's official wrap reception with Venture Café London. 

And mark your calendars: in 3 weeks, we celebrate our 10th anniversary at our full-day conference, The Future of Knowledge: From Vision to Impact — with 70% discounted community tickets available for local citizens, students, academics, charities, and more.

KQ Events

London Life Sciences Week with the KQ

Celebrate London Life Sciences Week (16-21 Nov) with us at the official wrap reception, Discovering Life Sciences in the Knowledge Quarter, which we're co-hosting with our neighbours Venture Café London at the newly opened innovation hub One Triton Square (Thurs 20 Nov). 

Hear from speakers including Dr Najat Khan, Chief R&D Officer at Recursion, and Howard Dawber, Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Growth.

This event is open to anyone with an interest in innovation, science, and community.

Earlier in the week, catch our CEO Jodie Eastwood at a morning panel asking: ‘AI in Life Sciences – Is It All Hype?’ at The Future of Life Sciences session (Mon 17 Nov).

And if you’re free earlier on Thursday, don’t miss the Women's Health Innovation Showcase, co-hosted by KQ partner British Land. 

KQ Private View | ‘A Body of Knowledge’ with the Royal College of Physicians 

Tues 2 Dec, 8:30 AM-10:00 AM | Royal College of Physicians Museum

Uncover 500 years of medical history in this morning guided tour of the RCP’s extraordinary library collection through their newest exhibition 'A Body of Knowledge.’ Led by curator Katie Birkwood, explore rare texts that shaped how doctors saw themselves and their place in the world. 

KQ Private View: Holiday Edition | Charles Dickens Museum

Tues 9 Dec, 8:30 AM-10:00 AM | Charles Dickens Museum

Gather your KQ colleagues and friends for a festive before-opening private view at Dickens’s former Georgian townhouse home, dressed for a Victorian Christmas. Step back into 1837 and the world that inspired A Christmas Carol, and the timeless spirit of generosity it celebrates. 

Celebration of the Decade

Tuesday 25 November 2025 | Vision Hall, Town Hall by Bottaccio

In just 3 weeks, join us for the Knowledge Quarter’s 10th anniversary conference: a full-day gathering of our diverse innovation community. 

Standard ticket pricing ends soon. Get 70% off with our community tickets – available to students, academics, local residents, and staff at charities or community-focused organisations.

Tune into our recent episode on KQ partner Bloomsbury Radio for a preview of the conference. The show also features the World Economic Forum’s new report on innovation districts (Oct 2025). 

What's On 

This Friday, find out Is ChatGPT a Sociopath? at this evening talk, taking place at our HQ event space; it is part of AKU-ISMC’s Living in the Digital World lecture series.

4 Nov | Lunchtime Talk: Oral Histories of Islington | Islington Council  
Explore over a century of Islington memories through rare oral histories, with archive manager Sam Guthrie tracing the voices that shaped the borough. 

6 Nov | Eva Reichmann Memorial Lecture | LBI London 
Marking LBI’s 70th anniversary, this event honours pioneering Holocaust historian Dr Eva Reichmann with reflections from leading scholars. 

7 Nov | Is ChatGPT a Sociopath? | Aga Khan University at Impact Hub London Euston or Zoom
We're excited to host the Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) for this evening talk by Dr Jennifer Cearns (University of Manchester) exploring how AI is reshaping human emotions, intimacy, and ideas of care.  

7 Nov | Alchemy | The Place 
Award-winning dancer Liam Francis debuts his company with Alchemy – a double bill performance exploring identity, community, and transformation – through choreography, live electronic music, and a research lecture, supported in part by Oxford University.

KQ members get 50% off tickets with code ALCHEMY10. 

10 Nov | Concept to Creation: Navigating the Start-Up Journey | LIFT at Impact Hub London Euston
As part of Black History Season, LIFT hosts an evening spotlighting the creativity and resilience of Black entrepreneurs across the creative industries for KQ residents. 

13 Nov | Impact Investing 2026: The Year Ahead | Impact Hub London Euston 
Explore what’s next in purpose-driven investment at this evening panel session, followed by networking drinks. 

17 Nov | Crick Translational Research Symposium | The Francis Crick Institute 
This inaugural symposium connects Crick scientists with industry and investors to accelerate translational research – the 'bench to bedside' process of turning scientific discoveries into real-world health solutions – and explore opportunities for cross-sector collaboration and investment. 

This event is already sold out, but the Crick has reserved a limited number of extra places for KQ members. To claim, email translation@crick.ac.uk.  

10–21 Nov | CoP 30: Community Events Series | Somers Town Community Association (STCA)
Join a two-week celebration of local action during CoP 30, with film screenings, sewing socials, zine-making, textile workshops, and more, led by individuals and organisations driving change together. 

27 Nov, 4-6 PM | Movember Men’s Health Event | Somers Town Community Centre 
This men-only event, hosted by STCA, offers open chats about male cancer, including treatment options and shared experiences, along with food and the chance to win prizes. For more info, email sonia@thelivingcentre.or or phone 020 7380 0453.

Cockpit’s Winter Open Studios returns this festive season (27-30 Nov) selling unique pieces handmade in London by the UK’s leading craftspeople.

Festive Goods

25 Nov | Annual Winter Craft Fair | WM College
Celebrate local creativity at WM College’s free-entry annual fair, featuring handcrafted gifts by learners and staff. Also enjoy a festive decoration drop-in workshop and a bargain fabric sale.  

1 Nov–21 Dec | Fabrica X Sustainable Festive Concept Market | The Mills Fabrica 
At this month-long market, discover purpose-driven brands redefining sustainable fashion, design and eco-living. Enjoy hands-on workshops, panels, and fireside chats and shop for creative, sustainable gifts. 

27 Nov–7 Dec | Winter Open Studios | Cockpit Arts  
From ceramics and textiles to jewellery and glass, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts directly from over 175 of London’s finest makers, straight from their studios (£5 entry for locals).  

Now–29 Dec | Xmas at the Museum – and on the Canal | London Canal Museum 
Celebrate the festive season with hot chocolate boat rides, mince pie cruises, and a carol-filled Museum Late, all part of a magical December programme at the London Canal Museum.

KQ members get 10% off on all events and boat trips with code KQXMAS.  

Ongoing Exhibitions

Now–18 Jan 2026 | Secret Maps | The British Library 
Maps are more than navigational tools. In the hands of the powerful, maps create and control knowledge. Discover the maps you were never meant to see – but which have nevertheless shaped our view of the world, from the 14th century to today – at The British Library's current major exhibition. 

Now–7 Dec | Regenerating Creativity | Lethaby Gallery at Central Saint Martins UAL
This showcase of CSM staff and graduate projects reveals how creativity regenerates, not just responds to, our ever-changing world. It marks the launch of new Schools of Thought: C School [Culture], S School [Systems] and M School [Material], reimagining art and design education beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. 

MEET THE KNOWLEDGE QUARTER 

Meet Stephen Mayhew, Chief Business Officer at the Crick, and find out why our innovation district matters for world-class science and collaboration at The Francis Crick Institute.

Jobs & Opportunities Board

Opportunities 

Join the Board of WM College

WM College is seeking new Governors to help shape the future of one of Europe’s oldest adult education institutions. Whether you’re new to governance or an experienced trustee, bring your perspective and passion to support inclusive learning in Camden.

Applications close 17 November.

Jobs

Festive Season Visitor Experience Assistant – Charles Dickens Museum
£13 an hour | Due ASAP | Apply here

Associate Multimedia Editor – Springer Nature
Due 9 Nov | Apply here

Project Officer, Workforce Partnerships – Institute of Physics
Salary from £32,000 | Due 10 Nov | Apply here

Governance Officer – LifeArc
Competitive Salary | Due 14 Nov | Apply here

Senior Gardener – Royal College of Physicians
Salary from £26,463 (0.8 FTE) | Due 14 Nov | Apply here

Laboratory Attendant – Royal Veterinary College 
Salary from £27,291 | Due 24 Nov | Apply here