In this independent feasibility study, we explored stakeholder perspectives on RMD-Health, a machine learning risk stratification tool developed to support the rheumatology referral pathway.
Read the case study: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/our-work/str...
Through the Accelerating FemTech: Evaluate programme, we supported innovators tackling real gaps in women’s health.
In this article, we explore the realities of women’s health innovation and how to design stronger real-world evidence.
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⏰ Four weeks to go!
The NIHR NICE EME Programme is open for applications. This funding supports studies addressing NICE research recommendations from the last 5 years, helping you generate robust evidence.
Deadline: 1 April 2026
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If you're at the World EPA Congress, don't miss this! Today, catch James Rose speaking on AI-enabled pathway transformation and access.
James will explore how we redesign care pathways so patients can access innovative treatments when they need them most.
In our feasibility study with Presymptom Health, we explored how InfectiClear Rapid could work within NHS urgent care settings. The work helped clarify evidence expectations, workflow considerations and priority pathway applications.
Find out more:
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Healthcare innovators need robust evidence, a clear value proposition and the right funding to unlock NHS adoption.
Major opportunities are now open via NIHR, Innovate UK and UKRI.
See the full list and deadlines: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/news-and-eve...
Today at Best Practice London, James Rose, Sarah Elkin & Maisun Elftise delivered a lively discussion on transforming respiratory care through the Respiratory Transformation Partnership, from early diagnosis to long-term management of asthma and COPD.
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Respiratory care still varies too much across the UK and primary care teams feel that pressure every day.
Tomorrow at Best Practice London, we will explore how partnership can support more proactive, equitable respiratory care.
📅 25 February 2026
⏰ 09:15–09:45
In our feasibility study with Presymptom Health, we explored how InfectiClear Rapid could support early rule-out of infection in urgent and emergency care.
We engaged clinicians to understand practical requirements for adoption.
Read the case study: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/our-work/str...
To secure NHS adoption you need to prove value, affordability and real-world impact. We’ve pulled together 5 signs that show when it’s time to bring in a health economist. Each reflect a common barrier we see healthtech and medtech teams face.
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AI in the NHS is moving fast. At the Thames Valley ICB AI Incubator Away Day, James Rose shared what it takes to move from pilots to safe, repeatable delivery. Adoption depends on culture, skills and leadership as much as technology. We support that journey from evidence to adoption.
Our February newsletter is out now.
Read how cancer 'prehab' is improving care before treatment, how doctors are getting better at predicting preterm birth, and why lived experience matters for trust in health data.
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🙏A big thank you to 2️⃣5️⃣0️⃣+ pregnant volunteers who helped us run sessions helping 4️⃣6️⃣ NHS doctors to better predict & prevent preterm birth.
One woman said: “It was really reassuring that everything is ok with my cervix at this stage of my pregnancy.”
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Join this free online workshop which will support SMEs applying for research funding in health and life sciences.
The session will help you understand the funding landscape, what funders expect in an application and how to pitch your project.
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Looking for practical respiratory innovations that could work in your NHS service?
Join us on 3 March for an online respiratory innovation showcase for NHS clinicians, commissioners and service leads.
👉 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d04b28...
NHS adoption and investment rely on a clear value case, but health economics can be tricky to navigate.
Our latest blog covers three common pitfalls for AI and health tech innovators and how to avoid them.
🔗 Read more: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/news-and-eve...
New year, new support for health and care.
Our January newsletter shares practical resources for heart failure care, new funding opportunities for innovators and progress on cutting carbon from COPD inhalers.
Read the latest updates and opportunities
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New videos support early diagnosis and better management of heart failure. They provide focused learning and aim to boost clinicians’ confidence, cut hospital admissions and improve patient outcomes. Developed with BOB ICB & regional cardiac network.
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⏰ Four weeks to go.
Women in Innovation Awards 2025/26 offer up to £75,000 plus 12 months of business support for women founders of late stage UK SMEs in life sciences, digital or advanced manufacturing.
Deadline: 4 February 2026
Find out more: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/news-and-eve...
Our latest blog reflects on a year in which we carried out a series of powerful real-world evaluations. From digital consent and virtual wards to integrated Long Covid services and stroke AI imaging, the evidence shows what works and why it matters.
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The NHS’s Medium-Term Planning Framework signals a major shift: from treating illness to preventing it. For innovators, this opens up new opportunities to design tools that help people stay well and systems act earlier.
Visit our toolkit for guidance: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/our-work/str...
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Our latest blog reflects on a year in which we carried out a series of powerful real-world evaluations. From digital consent and virtual wards to integrated Long Covid services and stroke AI imaging, the evidence shows what works and why it matters.
www.healthinnovationoxford.org/news-and-eve...
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The NHS’s new Medium-Term Planning Framework sets a clear challenge: improve productivity by at least 2% every year. That means every innovation must prove it delivers measurable value.
Our HE guide explains how to build a stronger case for adoption: mailchi.mp/healthinnova...
Do you know if your innovation actually needs a health economics expert?
Many teams wait too long to check… and end up missing the evidence NHS partners and funders expect.
We’ve built a quick quiz to help you work out where you stand: healthinnovationoxford.typeform.com/to/w7EQfw3p
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The NHS is shifting more care closer to home.
If your product supports self-care, connects community teams or strengthens local pathways, now’s the time to engage.
👉 See how we can support you: www.healthinnovationoxford.org/our-work/str...
In our recent net zero webinar, Amelia shared a key insight. A study of major US companies that went bankrupt found most had very poor ESG scores and none had a sustainability plan.
Strong action on net zero supports business health and helps you meet NHS expectations: mailchi.mp/healthinnova...
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Looking for health innovation updates before the year ends?
Our December newsletter shares new evidence on AI in stroke care, transformations to asthma and COPD care, and more!
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Our ‘landmark study’ published by @thelancet.com Digital Health highlights the role of AI brain imaging in helping ensure NHS patients get swift and safe access to the right care following stroke, increasing chances of recovery.
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