XR Network+ roadshow at the University of Portsmouth CCIXR

On Wednesday 5 June, join XR Network+ partners at the University of Portsmouth Centre for Creative and Immersive XR (CCIXR) to find out about R&D funding opportunities to support innovation and growth.

Aimed at researchers and industry creatives working in extended reality technologies, the event will include an introduction to the XR Network+ project and funding opportunities, a panel discussion on the current landscape for XR development, and a chance to explore the CCIXR facilities.

With updates and insights from XR researchers, producers, and Portsmouth-based digital artist, Thomas Buckley, the event aims to bring together colleagues from across academic research and creative practice to share insights and foster new links.

The main event will take place from 4:00pm to 6:00pm with networking and light refreshments from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. 

4:00pm - Welcome from Damian Murphy, Director of XR Stories & XR Network+ at the University of York

4:05pm - Introduction to the XR Network+ project and funding opportunities from John Rose-Adams, Senior Creative Producer at XR Network+

4:20pm - XR Network+ Q&A

4:30pm - An update on the past, present and future of the CCIXR from Alex Counsell, Technical Director, CCIXR.

4:45pm - Keynote speaker to be confirmed

5:15pm - Panel discussion and Q&A on the current landscape for XR development

5:55pm - Closing remarks

6:00pm - Refreshments, networking and CCIXR facilities open 

7:00pm - Event finishes

The event will take place in the Auditorium on the first floor of the University of Portsmouth Eldon Building, Winston Churchill Avenue, PO1 2DJ. You will be greeted at the front desk and will be escorted to the event location.

The building is approximately 8 minutes walk  from Portsmouth & Southsea Railway Station.  

The nearest pay and display car parks are located at an NCP Multi-storey car park: Alec Rose Ln, Portsmouth PO1 2BX. 

Access to the building is via the main entrance on Winston Churchill Avenue. There is a lift and stairs from the ground floor which will take you to the Room 1.10 where the event will take place. The CCIXR facility is located on the second floor of the building and is accessible via a lift and stairs.

Please email [email protected] if you have any access enquiries, and to advise of dietary requirements or allergies.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

University of Portsmouth - Eldon Building, Winston Churchill Avenue, Portsmouth, United Kingdom