Private Capital and Innovation Forum: Exploring How Private Capital Can Support Innovation to Save People and the Planet
We invite you to join a focused gathering of family offices, private capital leaders, philanthropists and innovators to explore how private capital can drive meaningful innovation.
27 May 14:30 to 17:00
Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory, Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6GG, UK
Mishcon de Reya and Families for Nature
We invite you to join a focused gathering of family offices, private capital leaders, philanthropists and innovators to explore how private capital can drive meaningful innovation — whether through philanthropy, venture philanthropy, venture.
Held at the Mathematical Institute during Oxford Tech Week, the session will begin with a discussion on the different ways private capital can support innovation. This will be followed by eight TED‑style talks from scientists presenting their latest research: four focused on saving or improving the health of the planet, and four focused on saving or improving the health of people.
Timings:
2.30pm - 2.45pm
Welcome and Opening Remarks
2.45pm - 3.30pm
Panel 1: Supporting Innovation through Philanthropy, Venture Philanthropy and Venture
3.30pm - 4.15pm
Panel 2: Innovation to save nature and the planet: Climate innovation, conservation, and lifesaving technologies.
4.15pm - 5.00pm
Panel 3: Innovation to Save Lives
Closing Remarks
Date
27/05/2026
Time
14:30 - 17:00
Venue
Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory, Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6GG, UK