NIHR Innovation Observatory Showcase | The Next Five Years
October 14 @ 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Explore how horizon scanning can help health and care systems prepare for future innovation.
Bringing together leaders from health, care, research, policy and industry, this showcase will provide an opportunity to learn about the NIHR Innovation Observatory’s strategic direction for the next five years, while highlighting the expertise and capabilities that underpin our work.
Discover how horizon scanning, data intelligence and advanced analytics are helping health and care systems identify emerging innovations, anticipate change and make informed decisions for the future.
What to expect
- An introduction to the Innovation Observatory’s new vision, priorities and programme of work
- A keynote on the role of horizon scanning in national and global health systems by Prof. Mike Lewis, NIHR Scientific Director for Innovation
- Panel discussions exploring how Innovation Observatory is tackling challenges and harnessing opportunities through horizon scanning capabilities, shaped by audience questions and reflections
- Interactive breakout sessions exploring our technical infrastructure, rapid horizon scanning capabilities and the 5 big bets informing future health and care
- Networking opportunities with stakeholders from across the sector
Who should attend
This event is aimed at colleagues and partners working across:
- NIHR infrastructure
- Government and public policy
- NHS and health systems
- Professional and regulatory organisations
- Research and academia
- Industry and innovation
- Voluntary and third sector organisations
- Patient and public involvement communities
📆 Wednesday 14th October
🕰️ 12:30–16:30
📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5TG
