Innovation Observatory Horizon Scanning Immersion Visit

Researchers from the HDR UK training and learning community are being offered the chance to join an exclusive immersion visit to the NIHR Innovation Observatory.

This full-day immersion visit to the NIHR Innovation Observatory will focus on horizon scanning and artificial intelligence. It is specifically for members of the HDR UK training and learning community, be that directly funded colleagues or regional networks.

The observatory is the UK’s national horizon scanning centre for health and care innovations. It is a world-leading organisation that uses advanced data-driven methods to identify, assess, and monitor emerging health technologies. Its work provides critical insights to policymakers, regulators, and industry, ensuring timely and equitable access to high quality care.

What you will learn

By attending, you will:

• Develop understanding of horizon scanning for innovations: what it is, how signals of innovations are detected and monitored, and how this information is translated to actionable insights to inform future developments in life-sciences, health and care.
• Explore AI Applications in horizon scanning: how artificial intelligence enables more effective identification  and monitoring of new technologies.
• Develop practical know-how: participate in interactive activities.
• Network with experts: engage with leading researchers in horizon scanning, AI and health data science, and health technology assessment.
• Broaden your career landscape: widen your understanding of career opportunities at the forefront of health and life sciences innovation.

Event details

• Format: Interactive day of activities combining research, science, regulation, and industry perspectives.

• Location: The Catalyst, Newcastle.

• Cost: Free.

• Travel and accommodation: This must be covered by attendees. A very limited number of travel bursaries may be available for those without access to training or travel budgets.

• Eligibility: This event is for Early to Mid Career Researchers and Technical Specialists in the HDR UK Community

Our commitment to health data science training

The HDR UK Training and Capacity Building team is committed to developing health data scientists with cutting-edge skills for careers at the forefront of a rapidly evolving sector. This event is designed to further those goals.

• Learn more about the observatory’s outputs here.