A short review of the Flexible Displays & Electronics activities in the UK. (Printed Electronics USA 2006)

Dr Ric Allott is Deputy Network Director of the UK Displays and Lighting KTN. He received his BSc (Hons) degree and PhD from the University of Wales, Swansea. His doctoral and subsequent postdoctoral research involved the development of highly sensitive laser based spectroscopic techniques. Between 1995 and 2001 he worked at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in the UK, responsible for the Ultra-High Power Laser Target Areas. In 2001, he joined Exitech Ltd, an innovative manufacturer of highly specialised laser micromachining systems. At Exitech he led the research and development of novel laser processing techniques primarily focussed on the Flat Panel Displays Market. He recently left Exitech to take up his current position.

The UK Displays and Lighting network was launched in April 2006 as part of the DTI - "Knowledge Transfer Networks' programme. UKDL is a vibrant central hub of activity for the displays and lighting community. Designed to stimulate innovation in the key technology sectors by promoting collaboration, best practice and knowledge sharing between industry and academia. By encouraging partnerships and teamwork, UKDL aims to support science base through to end-users. Positioning the UK as the innovation engine for Europe.

 

UKDL supports and strengthens the UK Displays and Lighting Sector through tutorials, workshops and seminars with training and education embracing all levels of industry, commerce and academia. We encourage commercial and industrial collaborations between members that result in creation of wealth for UK plc through the profitable activities of members.