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Professor Gordon HushBoard Member (Glasgow School of Art) < Return to team Professor Gordon Hush Board Member (Glasgow School of Art) Gordon is Head of the Innovation School at Glasgow School of Art. He has led the Product Design department at GSA since 2007 and helped steer the emergence of Design Innovation as a subject of academic study at Masters level incorporating Service Design, Citizenship, Environmental Design and, with the University of Glasgow, International Management. Gordon is a Sociologist, with an interest in the way that design and innovation impact social change, and the means that designers have at their disposal to work with others to make such change tangible, testable and desirable. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This document contains microlearning units to explore the impact of digitalisation on the construction sector, focusing particularly on SMART Homes. Created by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project, these learning materials cover topics such as Building Information Modelling, Domestic Building Management Systems, and Energy-efficient housing. All materials are accessible to learners under the Creative Commons license. < Return to resources Construction Sector: Learning Materials - FUTUREquipped Project FUTUREquipped Project This document contains microlearning units to explore the impact of digitalisation on the construction sector, focusing particularly on SMART Homes. Created by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project, these learning materials cover topics such as Building Information Modelling, Domestic Building Management Systems, and Energy-efficient housing. All materials are accessible to learners under the Creative Commons license. View resource Previous item Next item

Digital Empathy employed a participatory design approach to investigate the role of empathy within the emergent and future models of digital healthcare services, such as Video Conferencing (VC) consultations. The project had a particular focus on delivering care for people living with long-term conditions, e.g., diabetes. Several factors have an impact on empathy, such as patient pre-conceptions and other individual characteristics, the corresponding behaviours and beliefs of the clinician, and the setting of the consultation. The aim of the Experience Labs was to explore whether people’s perception of empathy changes in a digital context, and to identify factors that are deemed important to empathic VC consultation. The project was carried out in collaboration with the University of the Highlands and Islands. Two Experience Labs were held across three locations in the North of Scotland between February and June 2016. This report presents the findings from Lab activities. < Return to resources Digital Empathy: Role of Empathy in Digital Health Interactions Raman, Sneha and Blom, Jeroen and Bradley, Jay Digital Empathy employed a participatory design approach to investigate the role of empathy within the emergent and future models of digital healthcare services, such as Video Conferencing (VC) consultations. The project had a particular focus on delivering care for people living with long-term conditions, e.g., diabetes. Several factors have an impact on empathy, such as patient pre-conceptions and other individual characteristics, the corresponding behaviours and beliefs of the clinician, and the setting of the consultation. The aim of the Experience Labs was to explore whether people’s perception of empathy changes in a digital context, and to identify factors that are deemed important to empathic VC consultation. The project was carried out in collaboration with the University of the Highlands and Islands. Two Experience Labs were held across three locations in the North of Scotland between February and June 2016. This report presents the findings from Lab activities. View resource Previous item Next item

Jonathan CameronBoard Member (Scottish Government) < Return to team Jonathan Cameron Board Member (Scottish Government) Jonathan is the Head of Digital Health and Care in the Scottish Government and has overall responsibility for the Digital Health and Care Strategy and major programmes of delivery. Prior to joining the Scottish Government in November 2019, Jonathan held a number of Data and IT roles in the Public and Private Sector and has delivered several complex IT and eHealth projects and programmes. His career in eHealth in Scotland includes the delivery of the Emergency Care Summary and Key Information Summary systems. Jonathan has been a CivTech challenge sponsor for the first 3 years of the programme and innovation has been a major focus throughout his career. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Formal report on the DHI's Clinical Decision Support Systems projects in 2016. < Return to resources The Digital Health and Care Institute CDSS-related projects and abstracts Rimpiläinen, Sanna Formal report on the DHI's Clinical Decision Support Systems projects in 2016. View resource Previous item Next item

Diagnosing Atrial Fibrillation (AF) post-stroke is crucial, but its intermittent nature makes detection challenging during hospitalisation. A pilot program in NHS Lanarkshire explored a new managed service for AF screening using devices allowing 14 days of home monitoring, with reports generated by the service provider. Interviews with clinicians and patients highlighted acceptability and the need for further exploration regarding report generation preferences. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare managers planning technology-enabled AF monitoring services. < Return to resources Process Evaluation for Technology Enabled Atrial Fibrillation Screening after a Stroke in Scotland Lennon, Marilyn and McCann, Lisa and Horan, Sarah and Kyfonidis, Babis and Munford, Rachel and Bruce, Angela and Neubeck, Lis and Barber, Mark and Brennan, Katrina and Mooney, Pamela Diagnosing Atrial Fibrillation (AF) post-stroke is crucial, but its intermittent nature makes detection challenging during hospitalisation. A pilot program in NHS Lanarkshire explored a new managed service for AF screening using devices allowing 14 days of home monitoring, with reports generated by the service provider. Interviews with clinicians and patients highlighted acceptability and the need for further exploration regarding report generation preferences. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare managers planning technology-enabled AF monitoring services. View resource Previous item Next item

The Digital Health & Care Innovation (DHI) bridges innovation and education, partnering to deliver a comprehensive skills development program. This supports the digital transformation of Scotland's health and social care sector, encompassing all stages of learning from primary and secondary schools to CPD and citizen upskilling. Home / Skills The Digital Health & Care Innovation (DHI) operates at the intersection of innovation and education . We collaborate extensively with partners, at all stages of learning and skills development , to integrate a robust skills development programme that covers the entire life span of education to support the digital transformation of the Scottish health and social care sector and its workforce capability needs. This includes primary and secondary schools, continuous professional development (CPD), and citizen upskilling. Select a stage of skill development Workforce definitions School education Further education Higher education Workforce CPD Workforce definitions Understanding the different categories of the workforce impacted by digital transformation in health and social care is crucial to tailoring the development of appropriate skills and capabilities. DHI categorises this workforce as: Frontline health and social care workforce Technical workforce Specialist knowledge, information, digital, and data workforce Learn more School education Primary and secondary education - DHI is keen to engage with schools, teachers, career advisors, pupils and parents/ carers to inspire the next generation of digital health and social care professionals. We liaise with partners including Education Scotland, Skills Development Scotland, NHS Education for Scotland , local councils and several colleges and universities to raise awareness of career opportunities within the digital health and social care sector. In partnership with Skills Development Scotland and the Digital World, DHI has produced an animation, aimed at Secondary School pupils, to help you discover a career in digital health and social care and the top ten skills employers are looking for. The #DigiInventors Challenge is our main programme of activity which runs year round, across both primary and secondary schools. Its focus is to inspire and empower young people to identify and develop entrepreneurial and digital skills while raising awareness of career opportunities in the digital health and care sector. Enter the #DigiInventors Challenge Further education DHI works with colleges across Scotland to influence health and social care curricula and enhance educator awareness of the impact of digital transformation on future workforce skills and capability requirements. Current activity Co-developing a pack of educator materials for colleges to help inspire health and social care lecturers to consider how the changes brought on by the digital transformation of the work in their sectors should be reflected in teaching. Working with City of Glasgow College health and social care lecturers to co-develop and pilot a CPD process with a view of developing a pack of learning materials to be disseminated nationally across Scottish Colleges via the College Development Network. If you are interested in accessing or supporting this work, contact our Head of Research and Skills . Collaborating with City of Glasgow College to pilot a Graduate Innovation Internship Scheme, where relevant recent graduates are recruited to join DHI on a 12-month fully paid employment. Past activity FUTUREquipped (2018-19) was a landmark initiative and is still the largest College innovation project in Scotland to date. Developed and delivered in partnership with BE-ST (formerly CSIC), the £307K project engaged 27 lecturers and over 500 students from health and care, construction and ICT from 13 Scottish Colleges to learn about the future of these sectors via the medium of SMART housing . The lecturers co-developed a set of learning materials for use in colleges to learn about SMART. View FUTUREquipped project Higher education Current activity Master’s scholarships Annual Scholarships : Each year, DHI awards 20 FTE master’s scholarships across Scottish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). These scholarships are available for master’s courses (taught or by research) that either focus on or include elements of digital health and social care. The aim is to support the education of professionals who will contribute to the digital transformation of health and social care sectors. PhD Studentships Support: DHI supports PhD studentships in-kind, relating to the digital transformation of health and care. This support includes access to DHI’s expertise, networks, and ongoing projects, providing a valuable resource for PhD students engaged in relevant research. Contact our Head of Research and Skills to discuss this opportunity. Academic grant awards Evaluation of R&I Projects: DHI can supports Scottish HEIs to evaluate ongoing research and innovation (R&I) projects through academic grant awards. This initiative helps ensure that academic research aligns with practical needs and contributes effectively to the digital transformation. We usually have two calls per year, which are open to Scottish academic institutions. Make sure you subscribe to our newsletter for the most up-to-date information. We work with HEIs to evaluate their education provision to create education pathways for careers to support the digital transformation of health and social care. Do you want to learn more? Contact our Head of Research DHI supports the development of digital health and social care as an academic field through academic grant awards , master’s scholarships , supporting PhD students , and through collaboration in funding bids and in research and development projects. Our research not only identifies skills shortages and gaps but also promotes the development of educational opportunities . This ensures a steady flow of highly skilled professionals ready to excel in the digitally transforming health and social care sectors. Access master's funding Workforce CPD DHI influences continuous professional development (CPD) in the digital health and social care sectors. We collaborate with key stakeholders such as NES, SSSC, Scottish Care, and academic institutions to develop and provide CPD materials and opportunities. Our initiatives also focus on diversifying career paths into digital health and social care, including tailored programmes for Armed Forces Service Leavers and Veterans. Current activity Digital Essentials for Carers: In partnership with UHI Moray and local partners, we are launching an online module to boost digital competencies among caregivers in Moray. This module, consisting of four units featuring case studies, interviews, and video demonstrations, concludes with a digital badge per unit and a certificate upon completion, supporting the CPD of both paid and unpaid carers. Innovation Skills and Capabilities: Recognising the evolving demands in health and care, DHI supports the development of training resources in Moray to equip the workforce with essential design innovation skills, enabling them to address everyday challenges effectively. MOOC on Data in Health and Social Care: Developed in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde, The Data Lab, and Urban Tide, this Massive Open Online Course explores the use of data in health and social care. It offers insights into healthcare data analytics, data governance, and collaborative practices with data scientists and digital teams to enhance the sustainability of health services. These initiatives are part of DHI's commitment to fostering a skilled workforce adept in navigating the digital transformation of health and social care environments.

The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) deploys key digital assets and capabilities to re-imagine care and support a strong pipeline of digital and data cross sector pathfinder initiatives, contributing to the Scottish Government and COSLA Health & Care Digital and Data Strategies and wider public service reform priorities. Home / Public sector services Explore opportunities! The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) deploys key digital assets and capabilities to re-imagine care and support a strong pipeline of digital and data cross sector pathfinder initiatives, contributing to the Scottish Government and COSLA Health & Care Digital and Data Strategies and wider public service reform priorities. “The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) is a critical partner in enabling innovative and exciting new products and solutions to be developed and implemented nationally across Scotland. DHI have a key role to play in supporting companies and partners to engage with NHS and Social Care organisations and bring drive, energy and focus to the delivery of our Digital Health and Care Strategy.” Jonathan Cameron Head of Digital Health and Care Scottish Government We operate as an anchor institution to showcase Scotland’s capability and appetite for digital health and social care innovation by working with cross-sectoral partners to transform great ideas into real digital health and social care solutions. Key to driving public service reform is supporting a decisive shift to prevention, greater integration of public services in partnership and collaboration through innovation and digital technology. Spotlighting impactful innovation DHI Industry Engagement Plan 2024 – 2027 This plan describes the evolution, substance and intended implementation of DHI’s refreshed approach to commercial industry engagement. It aims to help more Scottish SMEs, start-ups and spin outs take their innovations to health and social care markets through focusing on Top Tier suppliers to the NHS and social care providers as their key customers. Read engagement plan Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre Phase 2 - Year 4 Annual Report (August 2023 to July 2024) DHI Year 5 annual report covers the main activities and overall achievements and impacts. Read the latest Annual report Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster : Annual Report 2023-2024 In 2022, the Scottish Government commissioned DHI to establish the DMHIC, launched in March 2022 to support Action 15.7 of the Mental Health – Scotland’s Transition and Recovery Plan through digital innovation. This report, by the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI), outlines DMHIC's progress from August 2023 to July 2024. Read the report Digital and Data Across Scotland - new report DHI is excited to contribute to this special report on Scotland's digital healthcare landscape. HTN explores the current and future state of digital healthcare, featuring insights from the Scottish Government, NHS National Services Scotland, and the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre. Read the report DHI 10 Year Strategy DHI facilitates collaboration between commercial, academic, and healthcare sectors to expedite research and innovation adoption, leveraging its robust delivery history to support the goals outlined in its 10-year strategy. Read the strategy DHU Executive Digest Digital tools for the self-management of chronic diseases: Mode of action and conditions of market success. Read latest resource Daring to consider “The art of the possible" A Holyrood Magazine interview with our CEO, Professor George Crooks OBE. Read more The Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE) The RCE for digital health and care in Moray is a £5 million initiative funded by the UK Government and delivered by the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre through the Moray Growth Deal. Learn more Innovation clusters We facilitate an innovation cluster approach to support collaboration between academic, business and civic sectors including citizens, health, social care and housing partners. Explore our clusters #DigiInventors Challenge Inspiring and empowering young people to identify and develop entrepreneurial and digital skills while raising awareness of career opportunities in the digital health and care sector. Get involved Projects DHI collaborates with partners to co-design digital health and social care solutions to key Scottish health challenges. Browse our project portfolio Who we are DHI is a key enabler and catalyst for change, occupying a unique and visible position at the heart of the innovation ecosystem for digital health and social care, in Scotland. Get to know us DHI exchange DHI’s space for you to innovate! Our DHI exchange is one of Scotland’s key national assets to support health and social care service transformation. Learn more Join our network Become part of an exclusive community, that wants to collaborate and transform great ideas into real digital health and social care solutions. Share your interests and expertise, to receive tailored emails to participate in activities that align with your preferences. Join our network Other related pages Our team DHI comprises a team of multi-cultural and multi-lingual individuals, with extensive skills, experience, and a shared commitment to transform great ideas into real digital health and social care solutions. Meet the team Funding Finding and engaging with relevant funding organisations can be challenging. DHI has partnered with The Data Lab to provide access to their funding finder – a search tool that leverages data and AI to navigate the UK funding system. Access funding News Keep up to date with the latest digital health and social care news from across the sector. Read the latest news Who we are DHI is a key enabler and catalyst for change, occupying a unique and visible position at the heart of the innovation ecosystem for digital health and social care, in Scotland. Get to know us Expert insights Dive into the latest expert insights and elevate your understanding of the digital health and social care sector. Gain expert insights Innovation clusters DHI facilitates a growing portfolio of Scottish innovation clusters to share learning, skills, experience and collaborate on new ideas to solve key health and social care challenges Explore our innovation clusters Design innovation Design Innovation is at the core of DHI and runs right through its innovation process, enabling direct engagement with quadruple helix organisations and individuals to define requirements, align different perspectives, and provide a stable foundation for scalable, adoption ready health and social care solutions. Experience design led innovation Events DHI is keen to support knowledge exchange and the sharing of best practice. Explore the latest digital health and social care events taking place from across the sector. Register to attend Skills DHI collaborates with key stakeholders, at strategic and operational level, to generate a future skills pipeline into the digital health and social care sector. Elevate your skills Resources DHI undertakes research, facilitates international knowledge exchange, and publishes academic outputs, grey literature, white papers and a variety of other digital resources focused on digital health and social care. Browse our resources Health and care In the complex landscape of health and social care, numerous terms are frequently employed to describe the integration of technology in health and social care services. DHI prefers a more inclusive and simplified approach to our terminology. Defining digital health and social care DHI exchange DHI’s space for you to innovate! Our DHI exchange is one of Scotland’s key national assets to support health and social care service transformation. Access our health data exchange

The Experience Lab provides a safe, collaborative environment which replicates real life practice within which to trial ideas and engage in design-led activities. These activities place the user at the centre of the design process. This paper will illustrate the Experience Lab through a case study of a project which explored and developed a new concept system for assisted living to support and empower older adults to live independently at home for longer. The Experience Labs provided the opportunity to user-test the initial concept by developing and validating a solution with users. The design-led approach aimed to deliver requirements for the system that were firmly user driven. The Labs provided a safe and realistic environment through which the Lab team helped users explore the concept and share their feedback and ideas for improvement through activities including experience interviewing, workshops, and role-play. < Return to resources Transforming healthcare through design-led innovation French, Tara and Teal, Gemma The Experience Lab provides a safe, collaborative environment which replicates real life practice within which to trial ideas and engage in design-led activities. These activities place the user at the centre of the design process. This paper will illustrate the Experience Lab through a case study of a project which explored and developed a new concept system for assisted living to support and empower older adults to live independently at home for longer. The Experience Labs provided the opportunity to user-test the initial concept by developing and validating a solution with users. The design-led approach aimed to deliver requirements for the system that were firmly user driven. The Labs provided a safe and realistic environment through which the Lab team helped users explore the concept and share their feedback and ideas for improvement through activities including experience interviewing, workshops, and role-play. View resource Previous item Next item

The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is higher among ethnic minority populations, and self-management strategies like walking are effective in reducing associated health complications. This study aimed to explore the potential design of a digital resource to promote walking for T2D management within ethnic minority groups in the UK. Findings identified six key behaviour change techniques crucial for increasing walking among ethnic minority populations with T2D, highlighting the need for further research to develop and test tailored digital resources based on these findings. < Return to resources A Digital Resource to Increase Walking for the Self-Management of Type 2 Diabetes for Ethic Minority Populations in the UK: Qualitative Study Henderson, I. & Morrison, C. (ed.) The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is higher among ethnic minority populations, and self-management strategies like walking are effective in reducing associated health complications. This study aimed to explore the potential design of a digital resource to promote walking for T2D management within ethnic minority groups in the UK. Findings identified six key behaviour change techniques crucial for increasing walking among ethnic minority populations with T2D, highlighting the need for further research to develop and test tailored digital resources based on these findings. View resource Previous item Next item

Flora MacLeodBoard Member (IBM) < Return to team Flora MacLeod Board Member (IBM) Flora has spent over a decade building digital services for the public sector, largely the NHS. She’s an expert in creating complex health-focussed digital services that work for diverse group of specialist users, from people with complex diseases to clinicians working on cutting edge genetic science. She is a Design Director at IBM leading the Experience Design team for Healthcare and Life Sciences. Flora also has academic experience as an Honorary Research Fellow at Loughborough University, and regular guest lecturer at numerous universities including University of the Arts London, Cambridge University and Università Campus Bio-Medico di Roma. Flora is passionate about evolving the digital technology landscape and workforce, supporting a diverse group of creators to innovate new and inclusive solutions to problems. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This report proposes a digitally-enabled, low cost prevention and support model for reducing type 2 diabetes-related risk and improving readiness for lifestyle change in high priority patient groups. The proposed model has been developed jointly by NHS Grampian Moray Dietitics department, Maryhill Practice within Moray HSCP, the Digital Health and Care Innovation Centre (DHI) and the Right Decision Service (RDS) – the national decision support service managed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS). It is based on an 8-week pilot of the RDS Prevent the Progress of Diabetes app1 combined with an optional 10 minute signposting and referral call with a dietitian. < Return to resources Developing a Digitally-Enabled Universal Service Model to Reduce Type 2 Diabetes-Related Risk Brogan, Michelle and Walker, Jacqueline and Lockhart, Robert and Wales, Ann and Carr, Clara and Maclean, Yvonne and Savage, Jamie This report proposes a digitally-enabled, low cost prevention and support model for reducing type 2 diabetes-related risk and improving readiness for lifestyle change in high priority patient groups. The proposed model has been developed jointly by NHS Grampian Moray Dietitics department, Maryhill Practice within Moray HSCP, the Digital Health and Care Innovation Centre (DHI) and the Right Decision Service (RDS) – the national decision support service managed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS). It is based on an 8-week pilot of the RDS Prevent the Progress of Diabetes app1 combined with an optional 10 minute signposting and referral call with a dietitian. View resource Previous item Next item

This paper provides a high-level mapping of existing capability / competency / career frameworks relevant to the special data, information and knowledge workforce in health and care in Scotland. It is informed by: • Early discussions of the project steering group • Literature search • Interviews with strategic stakeholders It is anticipated that this initial mapping will be augmented through iterative engagement with stakeholders and finalised in the final SDIK Scoping Report to provide a composite overview of data, information and knowledge workforce capabilities to date . Associated with "Our Time to Shine" report. < Return to resources High Level Mapping of Relevant Existing Capability/Competency/Career Frameworks: Appendix 2 Digital Health & Care Institute & Wales, Ann This paper provides a high-level mapping of existing capability / competency / career frameworks relevant to the special data, information and knowledge workforce in health and care in Scotland. It is informed by: • Early discussions of the project steering group • Literature search • Interviews with strategic stakeholders It is anticipated that this initial mapping will be augmented through iterative engagement with stakeholders and finalised in the final SDIK Scoping Report to provide a composite overview of data, information and knowledge workforce capabilities to date . Associated with "Our Time to Shine" report. View resource Previous item Next item

This report details the activity and outcomes of a series of design led workshops involving stakeholders of Respiratory services in the NHS Scotland. Participants came from 16 specialists’ areas and 6 different NHS Board areas, giving both a broad geographic and functional reach. The first step for the workshops was to identify common Respiratory patient symptoms, noting their importance. Issues were mapped for each symptom and areas to focus on agreed. Further discussion around these focus areas led to suggestions for sustainable improvement to Respiratory services. These ranged from reducing unnecessary initial, return and follow-up appointments and improving chronic infection and sleep apnoea pathways. Future work will involve national support to ensure the Respiratory community, along with primary care partners are supported to make the necessary changes to ensure efficient and effective patient pathways are achieved. < Return to resources Scottish Access Collaborative: Respiratory Report Porteous, A., Blank, L., Schauberger, U., Smith, P., Brooks, E. This report details the activity and outcomes of a series of design led workshops involving stakeholders of Respiratory services in the NHS Scotland. Participants came from 16 specialists’ areas and 6 different NHS Board areas, giving both a broad geographic and functional reach. The first step for the workshops was to identify common Respiratory patient symptoms, noting their importance. Issues were mapped for each symptom and areas to focus on agreed. Further discussion around these focus areas led to suggestions for sustainable improvement to Respiratory services. These ranged from reducing unnecessary initial, return and follow-up appointments and improving chronic infection and sleep apnoea pathways. Future work will involve national support to ensure the Respiratory community, along with primary care partners are supported to make the necessary changes to ensure efficient and effective patient pathways are achieved. View resource Previous item Next item

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Skills Development Scotland is the national skills body supporting the people and businesses of Scotland to develop and apply their skills. With more than 1,400 colleagues working across the country in schools, careers centres and partner locations, SDS are passionate about skills development and its contribution to a modern, innovative and prosperous Scottish economy. SDS are committed to building a Scotland which champions fair work practices and a diverse workforce. Working with partners, SDS strive to ensure employers have the right skills at the right time in high performing, fair and equal workplaces, and that every individual has the skills and confidence to get a job and progress in the workplace, achieving their full potential. Visit Partner's website Previous Item Next Item

The DHI exchange is an environment to help drive knowledge exchange around digital health and social care innovation. Recognised as one of Scotland’s key assets, it supports the transformation of health and social care services while promoting Scotland globally. Home / DHI exchange Innovate with us! The DHI exchange is an environment to help drive knowledge exchange around digital health and social care innovation. Recognised as one of Scotland’s key assets, it supports the transformation of health and social care services while promoting Scotland globally. It comprises a demonstration and simulation environment where our team facilitates the integration of new digital technologies into health and social care services, offering a person-centred data-sharing infrastructure to innovators. This creates commercial opportunities and helps to enhance healthcare services both locally and internationally. " Make the person the point of integration, so they only have to tell their story once! " “We must transform the narrative surrounding digital health and care innovation, shifting it from an expenditure consideration to an invaluable investment in our future wellbeing.” Professor George Crooks OBE Chief Executive Officer Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre Our experience The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) has collaborated in 130+ digital innovation projects , developing 50+ digital products or live services, and producing more than 350 design and market research reports . Our experience shows the need to move from individual apps to reusable platforms that support resilience and flexibility . The DHI Exchange now focuses on offering generic platforms for various suppliers and services, such as person-centred data-sharing infrastructure (Health Data Exchanges, Personal Data Stores, Citizen Wallets) and decision support infrastructure (rules engines, content libraries). The infrastructure we procure , develop and support is co-designed with Scottish citizens and meets the common requirements across different groups and services. Demonstration environment We host meetings, co-design activities, and live demonstrations to showcase the art of the possible for select audiences around key health and social care challenges. Register your interest, and we’ll notify you when our next block of sessions are available! Simulation environment Simulation refers to funded projects where we collaborate with developers to integrate their products and services within these new types of generic architecture. Using well-recognised standards, we offer a suite of APIs, along with documentation and support, to facilitate integration with our infrastructure. Initially, access is provided through sandbox environments , using simulated data to demonstrate integrated digital service delivery. Successfully demonstrating your product or service in this ecosystem opens up potential collaboration opportunities. Prospective partners may wish to do this because: You have a commercially available product and want to demonstrate how you can support integration, to generate a case study or evidence of collaborative working You are looking to work with Scottish health and care organisations who are using our infrastructure live and want to de-risk your product by demonstrating integration You have a funding bid or proposal, and need to show a route to integration, a route to market, or need our help to support research, innovation or development activity Email your interest Demonstration & simulation

These micro learning materials introduce SMART Homes from a health and care perspective, produced by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project. Available units cover various topics, including living independently with sight loss, dementia, mental health issues, and safeguarding individuals while maintaining dignity and privacy. All materials are accessible under the Creative Commons license. < Return to resources Health and Care Sector: Learning Materials - FUTUREquipped Project FUTUREquipped Project These micro learning materials introduce SMART Homes from a health and care perspective, produced by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project. Available units cover various topics, including living independently with sight loss, dementia, mental health issues, and safeguarding individuals while maintaining dignity and privacy. All materials are accessible under the Creative Commons license. View resource Previous item Next item

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