The #DigiInventors Challenge is organised by the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) as it's flagship schools’ competition in collaboration with leading partners in education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and healthcare across Scotland and the UAE. Innovate Today Improve Tomorrow Secondary School International Challenge The #DigiInventors Challenge is organised by the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) as it's flagship schools’ competition in collaboration with leading partners in education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and healthcare across Scotland and the UAE. All in for Glasgow 2026 The #DigiInventors Challenge is proud to collaborate with the All In Glasgow 2026 programme, bringing the energy, creativity and inclusivity of the Commonwealth Games into classrooms. Together, we're empowering young people to explore digital innovation through real-world challenges, culminating in a special Secondary Edition of the #DigiInventors Challenge, supported by Glasgow 2026. As part of the All In Glasgow 2026 programme, this year’s Secondary Edition will feature an official challenge set by the Glasgow 2026 team connecting young innovators directly to one of the world’s most exciting sporting events! This collaboration celebrates creativity, community, and inclusion, giving students the chance to engage with themes inspired by the Games and their wider impact. 2026 Challenge Questions Applicants should select one of the two questions listed below. The DHI’s preference would be for applicants to select question 1, which was posed by the Challenge 2026 sponsor, All In for Glasgow 2026 Question 1: Choose one sport from the Commonwealth Youth Games Malta 2027 and use it as the inspiration for a sustainable digital solution that helps improve the mental, social and/or physical wellbeing of young people. Your idea should build on the legacy of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games , create a lasting positive impact, and consider how AI or other emerging technologies could strengthen your solution. Your solution should: Improve the mental, social and/or physical wellbeing of young people. Be inspired by one of the Commonwealth Youth Games Malta 2027 sports: Athletics and Para Athletics, Netball, Sailing, Squash, Swimming and Para Swimming, Triathlon, Water Polo, Weightlifting Use digital technology as the main solution. (i.e. your digital solution could be an App, SMART TV, gaming console, smart home appliance, wearable or peripheral device) Consider how AI or other emerging technologies could enhance your idea. Be environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. Contribute to one or more United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Have the potential to create a lasting legacy beyond the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Question 2: Identify a health or wellbeing challenge that affects you, your family, your friends, or your community, and develop a digital idea to help solve it. Suggestions for wellbeing challenges to consider: Health & wellbeing Disabilities Cardiovascular diseases Mental health issues Neurological diseases Gastrointestinal diseases Respiratory diseases Addictions Rural and remote – access to healthcare in rural andremote areas & island communities Introduction Discover what the #DigiInventors Secondary Challenge is all about. In this quick intro, one of our team breaks down how you can take part, what you’ll create, and why your ideas could shape the future of digital health and social care. Whether you're a teacher or a young innovator - this is where your journey begins. Click here to read the #DigiInventors Privacy Notice Click here to read the #DigiInventors 2026 Rules What's The Challenge About? The #DigiInventors Secondary School Challenge is your chance to tackle a real health, social care or wellbeing issue and wow our expert judges with your digital solution. Here’s how it works: Pick Your Focus: Choose one of this year’s challenge questions - you can shape it around a health, social care or wellbeing topic, or tackle a problem highlighted by one of our partners Build Your Dream Team: Get together with up to 6 classmates and decide who does what - researchers, designers, presenters… you’re in charge Do the Research: Dig into your topic. What’s the problem? Who does it affect? How can digital tech help? Design Your Solution: Bring your idea to life! Answer the key submission questions, sketch out a concept or prototype, and record a 1-minute elevator pitch video Impress the Judges: If your idea stands out, you’ll become one of our 8 finalist teams. Finalists join an exclusive 2-day entrepreneurial Bootcamp with DHI and partners - then pitch your solution at the grand final for a chance to win! 2026 Challenge Questions Applicants should select one of the two questions listed below. The DHI’s preference would be for applicants to select question 1, which was posed by the Challenge 2026 sponsor, All In for Glasgow 2026. Question 1: Choose one sport from the Commonwealth Youth Games Malta 2027 and use it as the inspiration for a sustainable digital solution that helps improve the mental, social and/or physical wellbeing of young people. Your idea should build on the legacy of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, create a lasting positive impact, and consider how AI or other emerging technologies could strengthen your solution. Your solution should: Improve the mental, social and/or physical wellbeing of young people. Be inspired by one of the Commonwealth Youth Games Malta 2027 sports: Athletics and Para Athletics, Netball, Sailing, Squash, Swimming and Para Swimming, Triathlon, Water Polo, Weightlifting Use digital technology as the main solution. (i.e. your digital solution could be an App, SMART TV, gaming console, smart home appliance, wearable or peripheral device) Consider how AI or other emerging technologies could enhance your idea. Be environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. Contribute to one or more United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Have the potential to create a lasting legacy beyond the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Question 2: Identify a health or wellbeing challenge that affects you, your family, your friends, or your community, and develop a digital idea to help solve it. Suggestions for wellbeing challenges to consider: Health & wellbeing Disabilities Cardiovascular diseases Mental health issues Neurological diseases Gastrointestinal diseases Respiratory diseases Addictions Rural and remote – access to healthcare in rural andremote areas & island communities Timeline and Key Dates Launch SCO – Monday, 17 August 2026 UAE – Monday, 24 August 2026 Entry deadline Friday, 09 October 2026 Shortlisting Monday, 12 – Friday, 16 October 2026 Finalists announced Monday, 26 October 2026 Boot camps Wednesday, 11 November: 0930 –1615 Final Monday, 07 December 2026, 1200 – 1545 UK time/ 1600-1945 UAE time Winners announced Tuesday, 08 December 2026 Award ceremonies SCO – Wednesday, 09 December 2026 UAE – TBC Ready, Set, Innovate! How to get started: Build Your Squad - Up to 6 people Pick Your Challenge - Which question will you tackle? Grab the Resources - Download our free guides and resources Submit & Shine - Upload your entry before the deadline Unlock Your #DigiInventors Resources Find everything you need to take part in the Challenge. Use the filters to explore Primary or Secondary materials and choose between Essential resources to get started and Additional content to go further. Includes editable templates, teacher slides, helpful guides, and more! Click here to read the #DigiInventors Privacy Notice Click here to read the #DigiInventors 2026 Rules Resources page Prizes Everyone who participates and applies will receive a #DigiInventors Challenge Certificate! All participants who submit an entry, can use their submission to apply for the Young STEM Leader Level 4 Auto Award (YSL4) – Scotland only for now! Finalist teams will receive: Official #DigiInventors Challenge Finalist Certificate for each pupil Goodie bags to reward all team members for their fantastic effort All participants who are selected for bootcamp and the final can use their idea to apply for the Young STEM Leader Awards at SCQF Level 4 (Formal) (YSL4) - Scotland only for now! The winning team will receive: The coveted #DigiInventors Challenge Trophy for your school Official #DigiInventors Challenge Winner Certificate for each team member Goodie bags to reward all team members for their fantastic effort A fantastic tech prize for each team member All participants who are selected for bootcamp and the final can use their idea to apply for the Young STEM Leader Awards at SCQF Level 4 (Formal) (YSL4) - Scotland only for now! Winning schools can: Display the coveted #DigiInventors Challenge Trophy Earn 3 insight points per pupil for each winning student that achieves their Young STEM Leader Awards at SCQF Level 4 (Formal) (YSL4) Accreditation - Scotland only for now! Submit your application As a teacher, it’s been incredibly rewarding to guide our team of four students through the #DigiInventors Challenge. The boys worked diligently on every aspect of the project, from market research to user experience, and even explored manufacturing processes and production costs. The hands-on experience they gained was invaluable and seeing them present their ideas to both local and international teams, a critical step towards ultimately winning the competition, was truly inspiring. I would highly encourage other schools to get involved in #DigiInventors - it’s an excellent program that helps students develop critical skills in design, technology, and teamwork, while also fostering a real-world understanding of how innovation can positively impact society. Josh Farquhar - Merchiston Castle School, Edinburgh, Scotland Partnering with the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre has been a fantastic experience for Scottish Hockey. It has allowed us to connect with partners and change-makers beyond our usual scope. We highly recommend getting involved with the #DigiInventors Challenge. Keith Macleod, Scottish Hockey The #DigiInventors competition has been an incredible experience for our school, as we have participated for many years now. It’s been amazing to see how the challenge refines each year, consistently raising the bar in innovation and engagement. Our students benefit greatly from interacting with insightful professors and leaders from the UAE and Scotland, receiving invaluable feedback on their ideas and pitching techniques. They also have the unique opportunity of interacting with students who reside in Scotland! Mrs Zaineb Mahdi, Assistant Headteacher & Cluster Director Innovation and Digital Technology, GEMS Wellington International School Dubai Strategic Partners #DigiInventors Challenge 2026 Secondary School Edition - Scotland & UAE - Privacy Notice and #DigiInventors 2026 Rules .

This document contains microlearning units to explore the various aspects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the context of SMART Homes. Developed by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project (2018), the learning materials cover topics such as the role of the Internet of Everything, automated medicine alert systems, ethical considerations for programmers, and sensor interfaces in SMART Homes. All materials are accessible to learners under the Creative Commons license. < Return to resources ICT Sector: Learning Materials - FUTUREquipped Project FUTUREquipped Project This document contains microlearning units to explore the various aspects of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the context of SMART Homes. Developed by lecturers involved in the FUTUREquipped project (2018), the learning materials cover topics such as the role of the Internet of Everything, automated medicine alert systems, ethical considerations for programmers, and sensor interfaces in SMART Homes. All materials are accessible to learners under the Creative Commons license. View resource Previous item Next item ICT Sector: Learning Materials - FUTUREquipped Project Report 2019 Start Now

Angus McCannBoard Member (Non-Executive Director) < Return to team Angus McCann Board Member (Non-Executive Director) Angus is a non-executive director of NHS Lothian, chairs the board’s Finance & Resources Committee and sits on its Planning Performance and Development Committee. As such, he provides scrutiny of the board’s activities and strategy. He is a former chair of the Edinburgh Integration Joint Board and of the Midlothian IJB. He is vice-chair of trustees for the NHS Lothian Charity. He is also a co-opted member of two technology-related committees of NHS Education for Scotland. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Anna WhyteProject Support Officer < Return to team Anna Whyte Project Support Officer Anna holds a BSc with honours in Applied Pharmacology and Biochemistry and has a background in research and laboratory work. With a deep-seated passion for science and research, Anna is enthusiastic about engaging with the Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster team, where she contributes to the expanding connections between technology and healthcare. In her role, Anna is responsible for supporting, developing, and managing the ongoing activities of the Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Macmillan Cancer Support commissioned DHI and Abertay University to develop a visual tool using gaming theory and AI to identify support needs of People Affected by Cancer (PABC). The tool analyses characteristics and similar cases to offer personalised care and resource planning, with interfaces for patients and health professionals. My Cancer MAI Care Project impact AI driven decision support for people living with cancer Participatory design methodologies were used to understand and define the needs of stakeholders Helps professionals to make care decisions informed by information generated by service use data analysis. Macmillan Cancer Support commissioned DHI and Abertay University to develop a visual tool using gaming theory and AI to identify support needs of People Affected by Cancer (PABC). The tool analyses characteristics and similar cases to offer personalised care and resource planning, with interfaces for patients and health professionals. Cancer care in the UK faces critical challenges, including an ageing population and limited resources, demanding greater efficiency and improved care through technology. Macmillan Cancer Support has access to large datasets that can be used to drive evidence-based decisions, but their scale and complexity challenge traditional analysis methods. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) provide cost-effective tools to unlock the value of such data, supporting professionals in improving outcomes for persons affected by cancer (PABC). When combined with immersive user experience (UX) tools, like gaming technology, AI’s potential is significantly increased. Identifying the most impactful areas for these technologies requires an understanding and definition of specific cancer care pathways. Engaging users ensures that service needs dictate technology use, not vice versa. By embracing AI and user-driven innovation, cancer care in the UK can significantly improve efficiency and outcomes. Summary For health and social care professionals: AI can support planning and rapid decision making, helping professionals to make care decisions informed by information generated by service use data analysis. This could occur through intelligent summarisation of datasets and interactive visualization of complex information. For PABC: AI systems hold the promise of enabling PABC to self-manage more effectively by placing powerful and trusted automated agents at their disposal. However, PABC might find it difficult to engage with these complex tools. As a result, advances need to be made not just in the deployment of AI for PABC but in the user-friendliness and security of these systems. Impact & value The primary goal of this project was to provide Health and Care professionals, particularly link workers, with accessible data to enable consistent support services. A critical focus was on the visualisation component, which was thoroughly tested by potential end users. As a result, the project developed and evaluated an interactive and dynamic information visualisation tool designed to present association rule-mined data effectively. Progress to date Next steps Partners Project staff Resources Kang, K. L., Hastings, A., Hughes, A. D., Myszkowska, K., Greer, M., Preston, J., McIntyre, D., Hughes, J., Mackenzie, K., Bown, J., & Falconer, R. (2025). Creating informative experiences through a visual and interactive representation of health and social care data. Information Visualization, 0(0). Previous project Projects index page Next project

The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) was established in 2013 and 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. A world-leading collaboration between the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow School of Art, publicly funded by the Scottish Funding Council (SFC) and the Scottish Government. We are a not-for-profit organisation. Our expertise and influence allow us to play a pivotal role in building a fairer, inclusive, accessible, and equitable health and social care system by harnessing the power of Scotland’s public, private, and third/ charity sectors. Visit Partner's website Previous Item Next Item

This webinar explores how Scotland and Norway are using innovation, smart housing, and technology-enabled care to support people with long-term conditions to live safely and independently in their own homes and communities. Speakers share practical examples including Scotland’s Smart Home Blueprint, Norway’s University Nursing Home concept, and real-world use of consumer technology in care settings. < Return to resources Innovation in Long-Term Care and Smart Homes This webinar explores how Scotland and Norway are using innovation, smart housing, and technology-enabled care to support people with long-term conditions to live safely and independently in their own homes and communities. Speakers share practical examples including Scotland’s Smart Home Blueprint, Norway’s University Nursing Home concept, and real-world use of consumer technology in care settings. View resource Previous item Next item Innovation in Long-Term Care and Smart Homes Video Start Now

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 Scottish Access Collaborative: Respiratory Report Report 2019 Start Now

This document describes an all-day Exploratory event held for the National Services Scotland (NSS) Practitioner Services team Friday 1st April 2016. < Return to resources Exploratory on e-Prescription in Scotland Wood, Aaron and Rimpiläinen, Sanna This document describes an all-day Exploratory event held for the National Services Scotland (NSS) Practitioner Services team Friday 1st April 2016. View resource Previous item Next item Exploratory on e-Prescription in Scotland Report 2016 Start Now

The Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Sarawak (MEITD) leads initiatives to strengthen education, innovation and talent development across Sarawak. The Ministry works with schools, higher education institutions, industry and other partners to develop future-ready skills, expand educational opportunities and nurture a skilled and innovative workforce. Its work supports Sarawak’s wider ambitions for economic and social development by strengthening the connections between education, skills, innovation and the evolving needs of the state. Visit Partner's website Previous Item Next Item

Marlene HarkisEngagement Lead, Rural Centre of Excellence < Return to team Marlene Harkis Engagement Lead, Rural Centre of Excellence Marlene is a contracted programme manager working across a range of workstreams within DHI with a focus on transforming social care support through citizen engagement and co design. At present this includes working in the Moray Region to research with older people and unpaid carers a digital approach to finding services more easily and a Personal Data Store empowering choice and control when sharing your personal information. She originally trained as an occupational therapist moving on to Social Care, Senior manager roles in Glasgow and Ayrshire, Marlene has significant experience of collaborating with citizens using services and frontline staff to explore new ways of working through digital transformation, designing new models of care. Marlene is also passionate about continuous professional development and in addition to her original clinical background she has returned to study at different stages in her career and gained a MBA and MSc in digital health and care. Marlene is a strong advocate of choice and empowerment for vulnerable citizens and is currently the chairperson of East Renfrewshire’s Self-directed support Forum. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Kara MackenzieProject Co-ordinator < Return to team Kara Mackenzie Project Co-ordinator Kara provides support to our project portfolio, with a focus on approved projects. She ensures all projects run smoothly, milestones are achieved, and partners get the most out of their collaborations. She keeps our network updated on all potential funding matters including signposting and supporting funding applications. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This project aimed to rapidly develop and test the Care Homes Assessment Tool (CHAT) in at least two Health Boards/HSCP areas. CHAT supports staff in assessing, triaging, and accessing specialist clinical input for resident treatment. Care 'In Place' (CIP) Care Home Assessment Tool (CHAT) Stages 1 & 2 Project impact Development of an adaptable clinical assessment tool for Care Homes and a service wraparound model Assets developed to support sharing of information between health and social care This project aimed to rapidly develop and test the Care Homes Assessment Tool (CHAT) in at least two Health Boards/HSCP areas. CHAT supports staff in assessing, triaging, and accessing specialist clinical input for resident treatment. This was a partnership project led jointly by DHI and Scottish Care, involving NES, NHS Lanarkshire, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, DaySix and a number of care homes in the Lanarkshire and Glasgow areas. The principal objective was to rapidly develop and test a live implementation of the CHAT in at least two Health Board/HSCP areas to improve local operational decision-making in Care Homes, aid communication in situations where external clinical support is required and provide early notification of a potential viral outbreak within this sector. This project developed a care home assessment tool that supported staff to assess, triage and where appropriate access specialist clinical input for treatment of their residents during COVID-19. Stage 1 of the project was a Test of Change which produced a wireframe of a digital tool which was co-designed with citizens, service and clinical staff and stakeholders. This could be used to develop a web-based application (based on a Clinical Assessment Tool already developed by NES). Stage 2 was formally launched in July 2020 and involved the trial of the tool in a number of care homes in NHS Lanarkshire and Glasgow. Summary Impact & value A working prototype was implemented in two health boards, NHS GG&C and NHS Lanarkshire, with the tool initially being implemented in Cartvale Care Home (NHS GG&C) and Greenhills Care Home (NHS Lanarkshire) and later more care homes in NHS Lanarkshire. The number of assessments undertaken was low due to a number of factors including staff levels being impacted by COVID-19; outbreaks of COVID within the Care Home; staff recruitment and retention; prioritisation of the vaccine programme over symptom detection. The learning around the use of the assessment tool in care home settings and the sharing of information between health and care services was trailblazing at the time, and has produced a number of useful assets for future work around the challenges of care homes working collaboratively with NHS services. Furthermore, staff were very positive about the application’s capabilities and usefulness within the care homes and this was also recognised by the associated GP’s. Progress to date Next steps Covid-19 Projects The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) was commissioned and remains actively engaged in supporting the Scottish Government’s national response to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic through various related projects View Projects Partners Project staff Resources Care Homes Assurance Tool (CHAT) Previous project Projects index page Next project

University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) is the culmination of the State of Sarawak’s vision and commitment in establishing a world-class institution of higher learning to spearhead the development and production of technical human resource for the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE). UTS is committed to facilitating students’ access to an affordable world-class university education that nurtures creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad education in science and technology while combining the career benefits of an applied approach for SCORE-related research and career opportunities. Situated in Sibu, one of the main gateways into SCORE, UTS campus is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art facilities to facilitate teaching, learning and research activities necessary in the production of graduates required by the industries within SCORE. Visit Partner's website Previous Item Next Item

Stephanie CroweResearch Fellow < Return to team Stephanie Crowe Research Fellow Stephanie is a design researcher working at the intersection of health, care, and wellbeing. She uses participatory and design-led methods to explore how emerging technologies can enhance autonomy, connection, and meaningful participation in health and care. Her work bridges research, practice, and innovation by co-designing with clinicians, researchers, and communities, and applying design to understand complex challenges and shape inclusive, evidence-informed approaches. Stephanie holds an MSc in Psychology and is completing a PhD in Product Design, where her research includes exploring virtual reality in brain injury rehabilitation. She also has industry experience as a consultant and design studio founder. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

The Digital Care Collaborative Scotland (DCCS) was launched in December 2025 to create the conditions for sustainable digital innovation across social care, social work and housing. It brings together national partners and people with lived experience from across care, housing, academia, policy and industry to accelerate the adoption of digital approaches that improve outcomes for people and communities.  < Return to resources Digital Care Collaborative Scotland A community driving digital innovation across social care, social work and housing Professor Margaret Whoriskey, Dr Tara French and Dr Sanna Rimpilainen The Digital Care Collaborative Scotland (DCCS) was launched in December 2025 to create the conditions for sustainable digital innovation across social care, social work and housing. It brings together national partners and people with lived experience from across care, housing, academia, policy and industry to accelerate the adoption of digital approaches that improve outcomes for people and communities. View resource Previous item Next item Digital Care Collaborative Scotland A community driving digital innovation across social care, social work and housing Executive summary 2026 Start Now

Alex PorteousProject Co-ordinator < Return to team Alex Porteous Project Co-ordinator Alex has direct responsibility for the coordination of a variety of projects for the PMO Programme and supports the Chief Technology Officer with the DHI Exchange programme. A Prince2 Agile qualified Project Coordinator with over 6 years of experience working in digital health & care innovation, Alex has enjoyed working on national and European projects with an interest in person-centred approaches to health & care. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This final report is a Summary of a Phase 1 Program to determine the feasibility and logistics of performing Cardiac Biomarker measurements in the ambulance setting with paramedics. Specifically the report presents the findings and a list of recommendations relative to the measurement of cardiac TnI (cTnI) from patients presenting with chest pain prior to and during transit to a primary care hospital (Borders General Hospital-BGH) via the Scottish Ambulance Service. (SAS). < Return to resources Evaluation of Ambulance Based Troponin Measurements: A Feasibility and Impact Pilot Study of the Utility of Pre-Hospital POC Testing of Cardiac Biomarkers on Patients Presenting with Acute Chest Pain Bluestein, Barry and Scotland, Susan and Nicoll, Gordon and Barclay, K. and Kim, Dongwoo and Lunts, Phillip and Baxter, Colin and Miller, George; Crooks, George, ed. This final report is a Summary of a Phase 1 Program to determine the feasibility and logistics of performing Cardiac Biomarker measurements in the ambulance setting with paramedics. Specifically the report presents the findings and a list of recommendations relative to the measurement of cardiac TnI (cTnI) from patients presenting with chest pain prior to and during transit to a primary care hospital (Borders General Hospital-BGH) via the Scottish Ambulance Service. (SAS). View resource Previous item Next item Evaluation of Ambulance Based Troponin Measurements: A Feasibility and Impact Pilot Study of the Utility of Pre-Hospital POC Testing of Cardiac Biomarkers on Patients Presenting with Acute Chest Pain Report 2013 Start Now

Joanne BoyleHead of Engagement < Return to team Joanne Boyle Head of Engagement Joanne has worked in both health and social care and has operational and strategic expertise across all major care groupings at local and national levels. She qualified originally as an Occupational Therapist but has gone on to work as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Coach and is passionate about the human factors in change management. Technology has been an integral part of all of her roles and she believes strongly in its ability to transform people’s lives. Joanne joined DHI in its inception and has proactively supported its continuous development. She is part of the senior management team and is responsible for stakeholder and collaboration management between academic, business and civic partners. Civic partners include health, local authorities and the third sector. Email LinkedIn Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

The DHI, in collaboration with other organizations, recently hosted an event in Glasgow to discuss the transition of telecare services from analogue to digital. With approximately 170,000 users in Scotland, the importance of enhancing these services was highlighted, especially as British Telecoms plans to switch off analogue telecare services by 2025. The event aimed to share knowledge and discuss the future landscape of telecare in Scotland, addressing the implications and preparations needed for this transition. < Return to resources Transition from analogue to digital for telecare services in Scotland Rooney, Laura The DHI, in collaboration with other organizations, recently hosted an event in Glasgow to discuss the transition of telecare services from analogue to digital. With approximately 170,000 users in Scotland, the importance of enhancing these services was highlighted, especially as British Telecoms plans to switch off analogue telecare services by 2025. The event aimed to share knowledge and discuss the future landscape of telecare in Scotland, addressing the implications and preparations needed for this transition. View resource Previous item Next item Transition from analogue to digital for telecare services in Scotland Executive summary 2016 Start Now