Opportunity for early career researchers to help shape the new NIHR Planetary Health Research Framework
2026-06-02 14:00 - 16:30 UTC | Online, United Kingdom
We are looking to refresh our NIHR Carbon Reduction Guidelines and develop a new NIHR Planetary Health Research Framework that is targeted towards environmental sustainability; supporting research that can help deliver low carbon, sustainable and resilient health and care systems.
We are looking for up to 4 early career researchers (doctoral or postdoctoral) who are ideally working in, or familiar with, the climate, health and sustainability field to bring your experiences and perspectives to help shape the new framework.
The Ask: We ask that you are available to join an online workshop on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 (14:00 -16:30). Interested individuals are asked to complete and submit a short EOI form before 5pm on Monday 11th May 2026 and outcomes will be communicated by the 18th May.

2nd Biomarker Accelerator Conference 2026
2026-06-02 09:00 - 17:30 | ARC West London, Manbre Road, London, W6 9RH, United Kingdom
Rescuing Stalled Biomarkers and Accelerating Translation
Join leading voices from industry and academia for a dynamic, solution-focused conference dedicated to accelerating the journey of biomarkers from discovery to patient care, hosted at ARC West London.
About the Event:
Biomarker Accelerator 2026 brings together researchers, clinicians, industry experts, and innovators to tackle one of the biggest challenges in healthcare: why promising biomarkers stall; and how to move them forward. This event is designed to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and real-world application, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, practical insights, and translational impact.

Essential Guide to Grant Applications (EGGA)
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | Online, United Kingdom
Our Essential Guide to Grant Applications (EGGA) is a free-to-attend, online, three-day masterclass, funded and hosted by NIHR RSS USP, on how to write a grant application for applied health or social care research that is strong from a methodological point of view, reads well and presents a convincing case for funding. The event will cover important writing tips, along with guidance on what reviewers will be looking for in an application. Attendees will learn how to make their research idea clear and compelling to reviewers, how to write a good methods section and how to demonstrate credible support.
The online masterclass focuses on how to sell your research idea by:

writing a convincing application with a good structure, flow and argument;

presenting a strong methods section, including statistical, qualitative, health economics and Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) elements;

having a good project plan;

engaging with sources of external support for your research.

Devices & Diagnostics: Turning data into better care
2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Please join us for our next Innovation Club exploring how data from devices, diagnostics and digital tools is translated into practical, patient centred care across the healthcare system. This is been delivered as a hybrid session so either join us in person at the Innovation Pop Up (light lunch provided) or online.

Speakers:
Dr Andrea Utley – Head of Impact & Innovation, Biomedical Sciences at the University of Leeds
Andrea will present findings from three studies assessing the accuracy and efficacy of the Yuwell Anytime continuous glucose monitor. She leads Impact and Innovation in the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Leeds, working with industry partners on research that supports product development at local, national and international level.
Tsitsi Chinyandura – Founder of Lotessa Digital Health
Tsitsi will present Lotessa, her Leeds‑based, patient‑led digital health platform supporting people prescribed GLP‑1 medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro. Developed from lived experience, it supports patients and clinicians across the GLP‑1 pathway, including BMI verification, medication logging, adherence monitoring and side‑effect management.

Mr Paul Nix – Consultant Otolaryngology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust
Paul will share evidence from a pilot study on Steriwave nasal photodisinfection, showing how a rapid, clinician‑led intervention can dramatically reduce surgical site infections. It will explore the implications for patient outcomes, antibiotic stewardship and wider NHS system productivity.

Dr Nick Gompertz – CEO and founder of EarSwitch
Nick will present EarSwitch, an in‑ear technology that captures biometric signals from the ear canal to support more inclusive monitoring and interaction. It will explore how this approach can enable more accessible, dignified care across assistive technology and future health monitoring.

NIHR MLTC CNC Webinar: Exploring Patient-Reported Outcomes in MLTC Research
2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, United Kingdom
Exploring Patient- Reported Outcomes in MLTC Research- What, Why, and How
Hosted by the MLTC CNC Methodologies Workstream, in this session Dr Sarah Hughes ( Centre for Patient Reported Outcomes Research (CPROR), University of Birmingham) will explore what patient-reported-outcomes (PROs) are, why they are important, and how they are currently used in MLTC research and care. She will also discuss some of the challenges, future directions for MLTC PRO research, and what is needed for PROs to better reflect patients’ perspectives of their health.
You can register to attend here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/AP8ZggDYX2
Please share with colleagues in your infrastructure and for further information please contact James.Finney@leicester.ac.uk

NIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat
2026-04-21 09:30 - 17:00
Get ready to dive into funding tips and tricks to boost your Health and Life Sciences / Social Care application game at this retreat.
NIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat
Join us on April 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM (BST) for a relaxed and productive day focused on SME funding applications. This in-person retreat is perfect if you want to get hands-on help and connect with others working on similar projects. Whether you’re just starting or need a boost to your application, this event will give you the support and insights you need. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to collaborate and learn!

RCS England Future of Surgery Festival
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-21 | ICC Birmingham, Broad Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 2EA, United Kingdom
A celebration of surgery, shaped by you.
On 20 and 21 April 2026 we are bringing together surgeons and surgical teams for a first-of-its-kind UK festival dedicated to the future of surgery. A space for connection, inspiration, and collaboration, our vision is to unite the best and brightest minds from all career stages and specialties because your questions, insights and experiences will help shape the conversations that matter most. And meaningful change happens when we come together.
More than an event
With over 25 hours of high-quality curated content to choose from and many opportunities to meet peers and collaborate in facilitated sessions, you’ll be able to design your own programme. Whether it’s hearing from thought leaders and trailblazers, accessing practical advice and support, or being newly inspired, this is your opportunity to explore what’s important to you and to contribute to the future of the profession.
If that’s not enough, you’ll also be able to explore the latest technology, soak up the atmosphere and come away feeling energised by this celebration of surgery and the people, like you, who shape it.
Themes that matter
Festival topics will span innovation, workforce and wellbeing, diversity, equity and inclusion, global surgery and more, reflecting the issues shaping surgical practice today and tomorrow.
Be part of it. Find out more on our dedicated festival website.
Register your interest to be the first to receive the programme and hear when early bird booking opens. Have a question or an idea? We would love to hear from you – email the team.

NIHR Yorkshire and the Humber HCP internship kick off meeting
2026-04-17 09:30 - 16:00 | Cloth Hall Court, Leeds
Welcome to Cohort 1 of the NIHR Yorkshire and the Humber HCP internship programme

Welcome to Cohort 1 of the NIHR Yorkshire and Humber Community of Research practice HCP internship programme.
Our first meeting includes:

Introducing our interns and faculty
Meeting the team
Heaingr from a member of the NIHR academy
Finding your budy
And asking your questions

Looking forward to meeting everyone.

Manchester Health Series 2025/2026
2026-03-26 08:00 - 17:00
The free-of-charge events in Manchester will take place on:
26th March 2026 (Nuclear Medicine)
They will feature keynote speakers, fireside chats, roundtable discussions, expos, pitch sessions, one-to-one clinics (where possible), super connect networking sessions, and more. Empact Ventures will support you to get super connected with potential partners, clients, funders or business support during and after the event through its warm, curated email introductions process, in addition to your networking.
To reserve your place, please fill in the registration form below, and if you have any questions, please email jemma@empact-ventures.com

How to write a plain English summary
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United Kingdom
An integral part of research that is funded by NIHR is to ensure that patients, carers, service users and the public have the opportunity to shape and influence the relevance, quality and impact of our health and care research. A plain English summary is a clear, brief summary of the research, written for members of the public rather than researchers or professionals. This webinar will be relevant to you if you are an NIHR-funded researcher or a researcher applying for an NIHR career development award.

How to write a plain English summary
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
Discover an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one at our webinar on 24 March from 12-1pm.
Attend to discover:
➡️ insights from a public contributor you can apply to your research application
➡️ what support is available
➡️ where to find useful resources
An integral part of research that is funded by NIHR is to ensure that patients, carers, service users and the public have the opportunity to shape and influence the relevance, quality and impact of our health and care research.
A plain English summary is a clear, brief summary of the research, written for members of the public rather than researchers or professionals.
This webinar will be relevant to you if you are an NIHR-funded researcher or a researcher applying for an NIHR career development award.
The webinar will cover:
➡️ NIHR’s Strategic Commitments for Public Partnerships
➡️ explanation of plain English summaries and their importance
➡️ how to write one and what to include
➡️ what support is available through the Research Support Service (RSS)
➡️ signposting to useful resources
By attending this webinar, you will discover:
➡️ an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one
➡️ insights from a public contributor that you can apply to your research application
The 60-minute webinar will be facilitated by Linda Onerhime-Prince, Senior NIHR PPI Manager and Dr Jo Lally, Strategic Lead for Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, NIHR RSS.

NIHR THRIVE Programme of Entrepreneurship Training and Funding
2026-03-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Get ready to level up your entrepreneurial skills and secure funding at the NIHR THRIVE Programme!

In order to obtain tickets for the webinar please use Access Code: NIHR
The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme is accepting applications with the second call for the researcher and clinician-led THRIVE (Translate Healthcare Research through InnoVation and Entrepreneurship) funding and training opportunity.
THRIVE aims to accelerate the translation of healthcare innovations tackling health inequalities from bench to bed, speed up patient benefit and concurrently expand the entrepreneurial mindset of researchers and clinicians.
THRIVE is aimed at academic and clinical entrepreneurs with innovations at prototype development level (Technology Readiness Level (TRL 3)) and above to ensure that the product is advanced enough to test the market need and build a commercialisation strategy and benefit from the training by applying the ideas and frameworks to an innovation ready for translation.
THRIVE offers up to £150,000 over 9 months to support the development of the technology and a structured programme of entrepreneurial training, mentoring, peer support and networking. Through the programme the innovators will explore the market for their innovation and identify potential routes for commercialising (spin-out vs licensing) or sustaining their innovation (Intrapreneurship).
The programme supports innovations that can reduce health inequalities and meet needs in underserved communities.
Applications from underserved communities and geographies as well as under-represented innovators are encouraged.

An introduction to the 2026 INSIGHT competition
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United Kingdom
The 2026 INSIGHT Competition is a funding opportunity for institutions to deliver regional INSIGHT programmes that will offer engagement activities and research masters studentships in 2027, 2028 and 2029. Regional INSIGHT programmes play a key role in attracting students and recent graduate clinicians and practitioners into research. The webinar will give participants an introduction to the programme; updates for the 2026 competition, including the incorporation of INSPIRE funding; and advice on submitting an application. There will also be a Q&A session with panel members.

ABHI Showcase Event
2026-03-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Old Medical School, Thoresby Place Great George Street Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
TBC

From Unmet Need to Evidence Generation
2026-03-11 10:00 - 15:30 | Universitiy of Manchester, Manchester
This workshop will be delivered by the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Emergency and Acute Care. You’ll benefit from expertise in healthtech evidence generation and evaluation and hear valuable insights about successful HealthTech development in the NHS.
The journey from identifying an unmet need to generating evidence for adoption and reimbursement is complex. This workshop will break down the process, highlight key hurdles, and share strategies to develop a compelling evidence case and secure funding.
What are the aims of the workshop?

To help companies that are developing diagnostics, digital health products, or medical devices to articulate unmet need from multiple perspectives (clinical, patient, economic).
To demonstrate what works (and what doesn’t) through real company case studies.
To provide a practical framework for structuring your evidence story.
To introduce NIHR i4i and other funding routes for evidence generation.

Who should attend?

Industry innovators (SMEs, start-ups) developing health technologies for the UK market.

Industry innovators with limited experience of development and commercialisation of novel technology for the NHS.

Investing in Success: Scaling West Yorkshire's HealthTech Sector
2026-03-05 10:30 - 18:30 | Horizon Leeds, Kendall Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1JR, United Kingdom
Join us for Investing in Success: Scaling West Yorkshire’s HealthTech Sector, a premier exchange event designed to connect high-potential HealthTech start-up and scale-ups with leading investors and funding experts. Hosted in the heart of West Yorkshire, this event celebrates the achievements of the Launchpad programme while paving the way for future growth and investment opportunities.
Why Attend?
• Learn from industry leaders and investors about what drives successful funding.
• Build valuable connections with investors, innovators, and ecosystem partners.
• Discover investment resources and opportunities available for HealthTech start-up and scale-ups in West Yorkshire.
• Celebrate the legacy of the Launchpad programme and explore what’s next for HealthTech innovation in West Yorkshire.

Empowering NHS innovators to navigate research, regulation & governance
2026-03-05 09:00 - 17:00 | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Old Medical School, Thoresby Place Great George Street Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
Innovation in digital health and AI is moving fast — but regulatory expectations are accelerating even faster.

From Insight to Impact: Women’s Health Design Jam – Manchester
2026-03-05 09:00 - 16:30 | Universitiy of Manchester, Manchester
A one-day collaborative innovation experience exploring women’s health challenges

A one-day collaborative innovation experience exploring women’s health challenges
Join us for a Women’s Health Design Jam – a one-day, hands-on experience bringing together curious, creative, and mission-driven people to explore real-world challenges in women’s health.
This is open to anyone, and you don’t need a startup idea or prior entrepreneurial experience to participate. The design jam is all about learning, collaborating, and exploring how insight can lead to meaningful solutions.
Across the day, you’ll:

Work in small, multidisciplinary teams to explore women’s health inequalities
Combine lived experience, research, data, and professional insight to understand root causes
Apply inclusive design and early-stage innovation methods
Co-create and sense-check early ideas in a supportive, collaborative environment
Experience the same approach used in our Women’s Health Venture Builder programme

Who this is for:This design jam is for anyone curious about women’s health, social impact, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants often come from academia, technology, healthcare, public sector, community organisations, or simply bring lived experience or unique perspectives. All are welcome.
Why attend:

Gain practical experience in research-led innovation methods
Connect with diverse peers and ecosystem partners
Reflect on how insight can become impact in women’s health
Explore whether you’d like to progress to the full Women’s Health Venture Builder programme (attendance is part of the recruitment process, but there’s no requirement to continue)

First Virtual Equity Charter COP
2026-03-04 12:30 - 13:30
First Virtual Equity Charter COP date loading (4th March 12:30-13:30)
Equity in digital health cannot be a side conversation. It has to be designed in.
Because digital is never neutral.
On 4 March, we will be coming together for the Equity Charter Community of Practice. It is a space for honest dialogue, shared learning, and collective action to ensure equity genuinely shows up in our systems, services and leadership.
Digital tools can widen gaps or close them.
They can exclude quietly or empower intentionally.
They reflect the values of those who build and implement them.
This isn’t a webinar.
It’s not passive listening.
It’s a community.
If you work in digital, data, transformation, clinical leadership, policy, or design , this space is for you.
📅 First session: 4 March | 12:30–13:30 | Virtual
📅 3 June | 16:30–17:30
📅 29 September | In person at HETT
📅 25 November | 12:30–13:30
Equity is not an abstract principle. It is a daily practice.
If you would like to be part of this growing movement, sign up here:

NIHR Webinar: Is a career in research for me? - social care and social work
2026-02-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Online, United Kingdom
This 75-minute webinar is for anyone interested in exploring research as part of their career in social care and social work. The NIHR funds world-leading health and social care research that improves people’s health and wellbeing, while also promoting economic growth.
We also support research careers, offering opportunities to develop new skills, access training and funding, and join a supportive network, while contributing to research that has real-world impact.
The webinar will cover:
insights into life as a research professional, shared by researchers at different career stages
an overview of research career pathways and what research work looks like in practice
key opportunities and challenges within research careers
Attend to discover:
first-hand perspectives on what it’s really like to work in research
the range of research roles and entry points available to those new to the field
our role in supporting individuals to develop research skills and career development
You will also have the opportunity to ask questions of the presenters at the end.
The webinar will be chaired by Catherine Robinson, Professor of Social Care Research at the University of Manchester.

From Insight to Impact: Women’s Health Design Jam – Leeds
2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:30 | Nexus Leeds, Nexus at Leeds University, Discovery Way University of Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 3AA, United Kingdom
A one-day collaborative innovation experience exploring women’s health challenges

Join us for a Women’s Health Design Jam – a one-day, hands-on experience bringing together curious, creative, and mission-driven people to explore real-world challenges in women’s health.
This is open to anyone, and you don’t need a startup idea or prior entrepreneurial experience to participate. The design jam is all about learning, collaborating, and exploring how insight can lead to meaningful solutions.
Across the day, you’ll:

Work in small, multidisciplinary teams to explore women’s health inequalities
Combine lived experience, research, data, and professional insight to understand root causes
Apply inclusive design and early-stage innovation methods
Co-create and sense-check early ideas in a supportive, collaborative environment
Experience the same approach used in our Women’s Health Venture Builder programme

Who this is for:This design jam is for anyone curious about women’s health, social impact, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants often come from academia, technology, healthcare, public sector, community organisations, or simply bring lived experience or unique perspectives. All are welcome.
Why attend:

Gain practical experience in research-led innovation methods
Connect with diverse peers and ecosystem partners
Reflect on how insight can become impact in women’s health
Explore whether you’d like to progress to the full Women’s Health Venture Builder programme (attendance is part of the recruitment process, but there’s no requirement to continue)

Introduction to the EU Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (EU) 2017/746 Online workshop
2026-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Online, United Kingdom
Are you developing a in vitro diagnostic device for the health sector? Are you unsure if you need to adhere to the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulations? Or what the risk classification of your device is according to the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulations? Or which requirements your device need to conform to? Then this workshop is for you.

Detailed Description
The objective of this workshop is to learn the first key aspects of the In Vitro Diagnostic medical device regulations: to determine when a product is a in vitro medical device, what the risk classification of the device is and what the next steps are.
Who should attend?
People who are working in the area of In vitro diagnostic medical devices, including: academic
researchers, clinicians, science students, innovators, start up’s, SME’s, research council, research
services and tech transfer support.
What will I learn?
By the end of the workshop delegates will be able to:
• Identify if a device is an In vitro diagnostic medical device.
• Classify a device according to the In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Device Regulation (EU) risk
levels.
• Find the requirements that In Vitro Diagnostic medical devices need to conform too.
• Hands on experience in using the regulatory tool: RegMetrics.

Medical Device Regulation Masterclass
2026-02-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Are you developing a medical device but unsure of the requirements you need to meet? This masterclass will help you to determine your device’s risk classification and understand the necessary regulations and conformity requirements.
Who should attend?
Innovators in MedTech and digital health solutions including startup founders, academic researchers, clinicians, students and technology transfer professionals.
What will you learn?
By the end of the workshop you will be able to:

Identify if your device / digital health solution is a medical device.
Classify your medical device according to the Medical Device Regulation (EU) risk levels.
Find the requirements your medical device needs to conform with.

RegMetrics
RegMetrics is a compliance software that simplifies the regulatory journey for MedTech innovators. It makes compliance easier, faster, and more cost-effective with clear, step-by-step guidance and AI tools to increase productivity.
National Institute for Health Research (NIHR)
This workshop is in partnership with the NIHR Community Healthcare MedTech and In vitro Diagnostic Co-operative (MIC), that focuses on the robust in-context evaluation and development of diagnostic devices and in vitro diagnostic tests of relevance to community healthcare.

NIHR Webinar Series - 11 - How to Develop a PPI Group
2026-02-18 10:30 - 13:30 | Online, United Kingdom
About this event: The Bristol-based PPI group has worked as part of the heart surgery prehabilitation research team for four years, evolving from a development grant partner into an essential component of the current study. We will reflect on our journey, discussing both the successes we’ve celebrated and the hurdles we’ve overcome. By sharing this practical knowledge, we hope to offer valuable insights to the research community and public contributors on how PPI can effectively co design and improve medical research.

Bridging the Digital Divide: Inclusion, Culture & Opportunity in Bradford
2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Lister Mill, Lister Mill, Patent St, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 5BE, United Kingdom
This one’s all about digital inclusion…who gets to access health and tech, and who’s being left behind. We’ll be chatting about everything from digital literacy and poverty to cultural and language barriers, and how communities in Bradford are already leading the way with creative, grassroots solutions. It’s part of our Inclusive Innovation for Better Health programme (yep, the one we’re running thanks to that brilliant West Yorkshire grant).

And as always, it’s all about centring lived experience, learning together and making digital health fairer for everyone.

Confirmed speakers:

Aisha Hameed, Digital Inclusion Manager, Bradford Digital Inclusion Programme

Mark Hindmarsh, Director of Strategy and Transformation, Bradford NHS FT

Rehabilitation Technology Showcase
2026-02-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Friends House, London, 173-177 Euston Road, London, NW1 2B, United Kingdom
NIHR Brain Injury HRC Rehabilitation Technology Showcase Wednesday, February 11th, 2026.

This exciting event that explores the latest advancements in rehabilitation technology. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, researcher, or simply interested in this field, this showcase is for you! Let’s come together to learn, share ideas, and network with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of the future of brain injury rehabilitation,

Registration
If you would like to attend the showcase, please register using the link below.

Call for Presentations
If you are interested in presenting your technology at the event, please complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form below:
https://forms.gle/kScWgufhiwXqi9ir6 (https://forms.gle/kScWgufhiwXqi9ir6)

Please note that only seven presentation slots are available. Selections will be made by our panel of Rehabilitation Technology experts.

Building a high performing team
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, United Kingdom
High-performing teams are built on trust, self-awareness and safe conflict.
This 60-minute webinar explores the essential “T&Cs” that underpin exceptional team dynamics. It will help you cultivate these qualities by deepening your awareness, fostering psychological safety and practicing safe, collaborative conflict.
By attending you will:

understand team performance and assess where your team is
explore what true inclusion looks like and ways to embed it
reflect on what your best looks like and how preferences impact others
discover strategies for managing conflict and building psychological safety, to enhance team performance

There will also be a Q&A after the session.

HealthTech Forum: Accelerating the development of HealthTech for Rehabilitation
2026-02-10 09:30 - 10:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Join the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Rehabilitation for the latest instalment of the HealthTech Forum’s event series, sharing knowledge and insights from across the HealthTech landscape. This webinar will provides insights into the use of HealthTech in Rehabilitation, and the innovative framework employed by the HRC in Rehabilitation to support innovators.
HealthTech Research Centre (HRCs) help medical devices, digital technology, diagnostics and in vitro diagnostics innovators to develop, evaluate and validate new health innovations to address healthcare challenges. As a recently established research centre, the HRC in Rehabilitation has developed a unique methodology for pairing innovators to the right support. The HRC will share insightful reflections on the 3 successful rounds of innovator calls they have completed using this methodology so far.
Attendees can expect to learn about:

HealthTech in Rehabilitation: an introduction to the significance of medical devices, diagnostics and digital technologies used in Rehabilitation.
A new framework for onboarding innovators: an overview of the unique innovation funnel support framework utilised by the HRC in Rehabilitation.
Operational learnings: transparent reflections on the new framework and the lessons learned over its first year of operation.

The session will be especially useful for Rehabilitation HealthTech innovators, research professionals and anyone interested in the work of NIHR’s HealthTech Research Centres.

SME Workshop on Grant Applications
2026-02-10 09:00 - 16:30 | Online, United Kingdom
An online funding workshop for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) trying to get research funding for a health or life sciences innovation. This workshop is geared towards those applying to schemes such as the NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) scheme, and Innovate UK’s Biomedical Catalyst.

Webinars in partnership with HealthTech Training Academy: Ready to Raise? A Gateway to Investor Readiness
2026-02-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, United Kingdom
We’re excited to announce a free series of online webinars in partnership with HealthTech Training Academy and Accelerated Surgical Care HealthTech Research Centre. These sessions are designed to help HealthTech innovators strengthen their approach to NHS engagement, funding, and investor readiness.
A strong value proposition and strategic planning are essential for success in healthcare. The webinars will cover key topics such as:
✅ Building a Value Proposition That Works for the NHS
✅ Understanding HealthTech Grant Funding
✅ Investor Readiness: What You Need to Know
Upcoming Sessions
1. An Introduction to HealthTech Grant Funding
📅 Monday, 2nd February | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (GMT)
Learn what public funders look for and how grants fit into your development and commercial journey.
2. From Idea to Impact: Building a Value Proposition That Works for the NHS
📅 Tuesday, 3rd February | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (GMT)
Discover how to articulate value in a way that resonates with NHS decision-makers.
3. Ready to Raise? A Gateway to Investor Readiness
📅 Wednesday, 4th February | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (GMT)
Understand what investors expect in HealthTech and how to prepare effectively.
These sessions are ideal for HealthTech founders, SMEs, and clinical entrepreneurs who want to:
Communicate value clearly to the NHS
Approach grant funding strategically
Prepare for investor engagement
If you’re building in HealthTech and want to strengthen your strategy, we’d love for you to join us!
