What we do
Focus areas
Energise Funding
Focus 1
Overview
The newly established ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Academic Health and Care Partnership (SAHCP) is launching a new round of Innovation Funding, aimed at fostering innovations that can significantly benefit the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Health and Care system.
With £300k available for supporting evaluation activities, the fund is focused on promoting the adoption and integration of needs-led, evidence-based innovations within ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½'s health and care infrastructure. These innovations may encompass MedTech, digital solutions, or service redesigns. The overarching goal is to not only improve the lives of citizens but also to stimulate economic development through purpose-driven innovation.
Find out more and apply for Engerise Funding.
Extension of Research Engagement Network
Focus 2
Overview
Expansion of the successful Research Ready ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ programme through collaborations with the Northwest London Clinical Research Network and the National VCSE Data and Insights Observatory at Nottingham Trent University.
These partnerships aim to develop a comprehensive Research Readiness and Engagement Tool by building upon the strengths of existing prototypes. The envisioned tool seeks to be a robust, unified national model that will enhance research capabilities and community involvement across Health and Social Care sectors.
Research and Innovation Skills Training and Capacity Building
Focus 3
Overview
Research and Innovation Training
Collaborating with the Kent, ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½, and Sussex Clinical Research Network (KSS CRN) and the Health Determinants Research Collaborative to develop a comprehensive suite of research and innovation training and resources. These offerings, designed to equip system partners with essential tools and knowledge, will be delivered through the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Heartlands Academy, reinforcing the initiative’s commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and advancement in Health and Social Care research and innovation across the region.
Capacity Building
In partnership with KSS Health Innovation Network (HiN) a series of roundtable discussions with system partners to enhance strategic thinking in the AI domain. These discussions aim to develop actionable advice for the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Council on maximizing ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½'s potential to harness innovation and research benefits in health and care. The initiative will draw on insights from key thought leaders to formulate a comprehensive roadmap, strategy, and recommendations for board consideration, ensuring that the region is well-positioned to leverage technological advancements.
