Sharing real-world learning and experiences from NHS Innovation Accelerator Fellows...
Welcome to August's INSIGHTS. This edition explores the S.A.F.E.R elements to 'de-risking' innovation; ideas for how IP could enable rather than hinder; and the challenges and advantages of forming an academic 'spin-out' company. To let us know what insights and learning you'd like to see included in future editions of INSIGHTS, email: nia@uclpartners.com
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Opportunity to join the NIA: 4th Call launches at NHS Expo on 5th September
We will be launching a 4th Call next week, recruiting exceptional individuals with evidence-based, ready-to-scale innovations to join our new cohort. We are seeking local, national and international innovations that address the following NHS priorities:
- Prevention and early intervention (cancer, cardiovascular disease)
- Mental Health
- Primary Care
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Ideas for how intellectual property could enable rather than hinder
Peter Young, a Consultant in Anesthesia and Critical Care, considers how intellectual property (IP) could enable innovation spread instead of creating a barrier.
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Academic spin-outs: process, challenges and outcomes
Debbie Wake offers food for thought for innovators and academics looking to form a ‘spin-out’ company, describing the advantages and challenges she’s experienced.
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De-risking innovation: it’s not just about the evidence
Dr Amanda Begley, National Director for the NIA, explores the range of assurances and mitigations which can 'de-risk' an innovation, and support successful implementation.
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Combinatorial innovation and collaboration: the key to successfully embedding new technologies in the NHS?
John Craig, Chief Executive of Care City Test Bed, explains why collaboration is king when it comes to embedding new technologies and services into whole systems and pathways.
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Understanding the difference between ‘cost-effective’ and ‘affordable’ in the context of spreading health innovation
Robert Berry, Head of Innovation at Kent, Surrey, Sussex AHSN reflects on the crucial difference between ‘cost effective’ and ‘affordable.’
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My Story: A long-term snooze button for arthritic pain
Kevin* discovered health benefits on all levels through ESCAPE-pain - he lost 4kg in weight and his diabetes was resolved after 5 months.
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My Story: Directing patients to the fastest place to access urgent care services for minor injuries
When Sarah arrived in A&E, she couldn’t believe how busy it was. She downloaded WaitLess, found another local hospital with shorter waiting times, and was seen in under an hour.
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