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Discover groundbreaking Scottish inventions and the innovators behind them in this engaging lunch session. Learn how their legacy inspires fresh ideas today and explore practical steps to create impactful innovations yourself.

Scotland has a remarkable legacy of innovation, with inventions and discoveries that have shaped industries, improved lives, and transformed the world. From Alexander Graham Bell鈥檚 telephone to James Watt鈥檚 steam engine, from penicillin to television, Scottish innovators have consistently pushed boundaries and redefined what is possible. Their stories show how creativity, perseverance, and problem-solving can lead to world-changing breakthroughs. We鈥檒l take a closer look at some of the country鈥檚 most significant contributions, understanding not only what was invented but also how these ideas were developed, commercialised, and scaled to global influence.

This short online lunch session is dedicated to innovation and celebrating Scotland鈥檚 first National Innovation Week 2025. Hosted by Aisha Kasim 亚博体育官网 Startup Accelerator Lead in collaboration with Richard Cormack Corrigan Enterprise Executive from Converge, explores the fascinating history of Scottish innovation while inspiring participants to think about their own potential to create meaningful impact.

This workshop is not just about the past - it鈥檚 about the future. Alongside celebrating Scotland鈥檚 inventors, we鈥檒l explore practical ways that you can harness your own creativity and entrepreneurial spirit through the 亚博体育官网 Accelerator 2026 (now open for applications) and Converge. Whether you鈥檙e an aspiring entrepreneur, an early-stage founder, or simply curious about innovation, you鈥檒l gain valuable insights into how ideas grow into solutions, and how solutions can transform into businesses that matter.

Through interactive discussion and real-world examples, you鈥檒l discover:

• What made Scotland鈥檚 most famous inventions so impactful.
• How innovation often starts with solving everyday problems.
• The mindset and tools you can adopt to nurture your own ideas.
• Pathways and support available through 亚博体育官网 Accelerator and Converge to help turn your concepts into reality

By the end of the session, you鈥檒l leave with a deeper appreciation for Scotland鈥檚 legacy of invention and, more importantly, the confidence that innovation is not reserved for history books or famous names. It鈥檚 something you can be part of today.

Join us for this inspiring online workshop and take the first step toward becoming Scotland鈥檚 next great innovator.

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