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The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (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. ​ Our core team is supported by a Senior Management Team (SMT), Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and Board of Directors. Home / Our team The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (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. Our core team is supported by a Senior Management Team (SMT), Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and Board of Directors. Filter by sub-team DHI Board SLT SMT Team Dr Petra Wilson Board Chair Professor George Crooks OBE Chief Executive Officer Moira Mackenzie Deputy Chief Executive Officer/Director of Innovation Janette Hughes Director of Planning & Performance Chaloner Chute Chief Technology Officer Dr Abigail Lyons Senior Business Innovation Manager Alan Connor Programme Lead Alex Porteous Project Co-ordinator Angela Bruce Research Fellow Angus McCann Board Member (Industry) Anna Sturzaker Innovation Design Associate Anna Whyte Project Support Officer Brian O’Connor Board Member (Industry) Cate Green Production Manager Catherine Cooper Senior Finance Assistant Charles Sweeney Board Member (Industry) Charline Roussel Research Associate Charlotte Stoney Research Associate Chris Charalambous Senior Design & Marketing Co-Ordinator Chris Malarkey Finance Officer Dave Moreton Consultant Support Don McIntyre Design Director Flora MacLeod Board Member (IBM) Gabriele Rossi Design Technologist Gemma Teal Research Fellow Professor Gordon Hush Board Member (Glasgow School of Art) Grant Reilly CMktr FCIM Head of Communications & Marketing Dr Jay Bradley Research Fellow Jennifer Thomas Skills and Project Manager Joanne Boyle Head of Engagement John Murray Programme Manager Jonathan Cameron Board Member (Scottish Government) Kara Mackenzie Project Co-ordinator Karen Mcloughlin Project Support Officer Karim Mahmoud Commercial Innovation Lead Kiera Milne Graduate Innovation Intern Lisa Welsh Programme Manager Professor Margaret Whoriskey MBE Head of Innovation for Care & Well Being Marie Simpson Programme Manager Marissa Cummings Research Fellow Mateus Freitas Digital Content Creator Michelle Brogan Digital Health and Care Innovation lead Michelle MacDonald Project Support Officer Olivia Dunbar Events, Marketing & PR Assistant Dr Peter Fuzesi Research & Knowledge Management Officer Robert Fender Legal & Commercial Manager Dr Sanna Rimpiläinen Head of Research & Skills Shirley Sharp Office Manager & Personal Assistant to the CEO Sneha Raman Research Fellow Stephanie Crowe Research Fellow DHI Board Meeting Minutes 15/05/2025 DHI board meeting minutes 12/02/2025 DHI board meeting minutes 21/11/2024 DHI board meeting minutes 22/08/2024 DHI board meeting minutes 23/05/2024 DHI board meeting minutes 29/02/2024 DHI board meeting minutes 23/11/2023 DHI board meeting minutes 24/08/2023 DHI board meeting minutes 25/05/2023 DHI board meeting minutes 16/02/2023 DHI board meeting minutes DHI Board Terms of Reference DHI Board Terms of Reference (2018) DHI Board Members Code of Practice (2018)

DHI collaborates with partners to co-design digital health and social care solutions to key Scottish health challenges. Home / Our projects Filter by Business support Data Standardisation Detection and Treatment Knowledge Exchange Post Event Care Prevention Sort by 5G Feasibility Study Censis, the Scotland 5G Centre, and DHI conducted a feasibility study in Moray to explore 5G opportunities for Health and Care services. The study identified key success factors for a community health network and highlighted the potential for service enhancement through 5G technology. Explore AICE Europe This 4-year, €6 million Horizon Europe programme includes NHS Highland, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Strathclyde. It aims to replace up to 75% of optical colonoscopies with Camera Capsule Endoscopy (CCE), enhancing patient experience and hospital efficiency by using AI to streamline diagnostics and reduce errors. Explore AIM4ALL The AIM4ALL Proof of Concept aimed to enhance data collection for evaluating new healthcare products in Scotland, using CAR T-cell therapy as an example. The project was a partnership between DHI, Precision Medicine, and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, and was funded by Scottish Enterprise and Cell & Gene Catalyst UK. Explore Atrial Fibrillation The Atrial Fibrillation (AF) project, a collaboration between DHI, NHS Lanarkshire, the University of Strathclyde, Napier University, and Bardy, aimed to detect paroxysmal AF using continuous monitoring devices. It focused on reducing stroke recurrence and supporting new stroke standards through co-design and evaluating digital device implementation. Explore Backpack - Person-owned Data Store The Personal Data Store (PDS), or "Backpack," aimed to enhance service access and enable integrated, person-centred care. In partnership with Mydex CIC, NHS Grampian, and Moray Social Health and Care Partnership, DHI worked with MS patients and professionals to improve personal information management for better service experiences. Explore COVID-19 Clinical Assessment Tool (CAT) This project repurposed the DHI-funded Trauma App to assess COVID-19 symptoms, deployed by NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde. It facilitated 20,000 assessments by July 2021. Version 3 was completed, and a Stage 4 proposal was prepared before the project closed in October 2021. Explore COVID-19 Community Co-management (Co3) This project expanded the National Notification Service (NSS) by adding a self-service contact tracing form, crucial to the COVID-19 response. It facilitated rapid data collection and improved accessibility for positive cases. Explore Care 'In Place' (CIP) Care Home Assessment Tool (CHAT) Stages 1 & 2 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. Explore Covid-19 related projects Using the 3 Cs to create digital solutions to the Covid-19 challenge Explore Diabetes Portfolio DHI uniquely drives Diabetes Innovation in Scotland by collaborating with NHS, industry, academia, and individuals with lived experiences to advance innovation and funding opportunities. Explore DigiBete Scale up project This project aims to enhance Diabetes self-management and education for Children, Young People, and Families (CYPF) by expanding DigiBete, a patient-led digital platform supporting over 40,000 UK users. After a successful pilot in 2022-2023, additional funding will allow further scaling across NHS Scotland until July 2026. Explore Digital Lifelines Scotland Digital Lifelines Scotland improves digital inclusion and designs digital solutions to reduce harm and deaths among people who use drugs. Managed by DHI and funded by the Scottish Government, the programme provides access to devices, connectivity, skills, and confidence, strengthening services and sector collaboration. Explore First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

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. Home / 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. Article Blog post Executive summary Factsheet Paper Poster Presentation Report Show / exhibition Video Search by author Transforming Diabetes Care through Innovation: Leveraging Scotland’s Collaborative Ecosystem Thought Leadership Event Summary Report Executive summary 2025 Start Now Digital Innovation in Social Care - Industry Engagement Workshop Report 2025 Start Now Summary of Key Challenges & Opportunities for Digital Mental Health Research & Innovation in Scotland Executive summary 2025 Start Now Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) : Annual Report 2024–2025 Report 2025 Start Now Adult ADHD Scottish Pathway Research : A review of the current landscape of approaches to Adult ADHD care across health boards in Scotland Report 2025 Start Now Digital Lifelines Scotland – Evaluation Logic Model Report 2025 Start Now Evaluation of the Digital Lifelines Scotland (DLS) Programme – FINAL REPORT Report 2025 Start Now Evaluation of the Digital Lifelines Scotland (DLS) Programme – SUPPORTING EVIDENCE REPORT Report 2025 Start Now Evaluation of the Digital Lifelines Scotland (DLS) Programme – EVALUATION SUMMARY Report 2025 Start Now Evaluation of a Digital Solution for the Assessment and Management of Pain in Scottish Care Services Report 2025 Start Now Digital Innovation in Social Care : Priorities and Opportunities for Scotland Report 2025 Start Now Digital Imagination’ series: Imagining a future virtual clinic experience Paper 2025 Start Now Developing a Digitally-Enabled Universal Service Model to Reduce Type 2 Diabetes-Related Risk Report 2025 Start Now Care in Place – User Experience Evaluation Report Report 2024 Start Now DHI Industry Engagement Plan 2024 – 2027 Report 2024 Start Now Evaluating Digital Interventions for ADHD Diagnosis and Management in Adults within the UK Report 2024 Start Now First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

PainChek® is a clinically validated pain assessment tool initially designed to improve pain management for individuals with moderate to severe dementia in aged care settings. Using a combination of AI technology, facial analysis, and the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), PainChek® detects pain cues even when they are not overtly obvious. With a strong reputation across the industry, PainChek® has facilitated over 4.1 million clinical assessments in aged care facilities worldwide. To explore the full cost benefits from the implementation of PainChek® and inform national strategic planning, an independent assessment of the tool was undertaken by a team from Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) between July 2024 and April 2025. Overall, the evaluation concluded that PainChek® shows promise as a tool to enhance pain management in Scottish care homes by improving pain assessment and potentially leading to better medication management and quality of life for residents. However, the final report recommended that further research, particularly on cost-benefits along with addressing implementation barriers, is crucial for making informed decisions about its wider rollout. The Edinburgh Napier University evaluation team would like to acknowledge the support of Nicky Cronin, David Marshall and Nicola McCardle from the Care Inspectorate for facilitating the desk review phase and the successful coordination of the field phase of this project. < Return to resources Evaluation of a Digital Solution for the Assessment and Management of Pain in Scottish Care Services Nyangu, Isabel and Campbell, Karen and Dunham, Margaret and Samuriwo, Ray and Thompson, Kali PainChek® is a clinically validated pain assessment tool initially designed to improve pain management for individuals with moderate to severe dementia in aged care settings. Using a combination of AI technology, facial analysis, and the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), PainChek® detects pain cues even when they are not overtly obvious. With a strong reputation across the industry, PainChek® has facilitated over 4.1 million clinical assessments in aged care facilities worldwide. To explore the full cost benefits from the implementation of PainChek® and inform national strategic planning, an independent assessment of the tool was undertaken by a team from Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) between July 2024 and April 2025. Overall, the evaluation concluded that PainChek® shows promise as a tool to enhance pain management in Scottish care homes by improving pain assessment and potentially leading to better medication management and quality of life for residents. However, the final report recommended that further research, particularly on cost-benefits along with addressing implementation barriers, is crucial for making informed decisions about its wider rollout. The Edinburgh Napier University evaluation team would like to acknowledge the support of Nicky Cronin, David Marshall and Nicola McCardle from the Care Inspectorate for facilitating the desk review phase and the successful coordination of the field phase of this project. View resource Previous item Next item

Document analyses engagement in private vs public healthcare. < Return to resources Public Engagement Vs Private Engagement Rooney, Laura Document analyses engagement in private vs public healthcare. 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 Diabetes programme, funded by the DHI, comprises seven innovative projects aimed at enhancing diabetes self-management. Experience Labs facilitated by The Glasgow School of Art brought together stakeholders to explore self-management support needs. Findings highlight the importance of personal insight, supportive conversations, and tailored tools for type 1 and type 2 diabetes management. Key opportunities for design innovation include tools for generating personal insight, facilitating conversations, and providing feedback on progress. < Return to resources Digital Diabetes Teal, Gemma and Baillie, Jen and Johnson, Michael and Thorup, Tine The Digital Diabetes programme, funded by the DHI, comprises seven innovative projects aimed at enhancing diabetes self-management. Experience Labs facilitated by The Glasgow School of Art brought together stakeholders to explore self-management support needs. Findings highlight the importance of personal insight, supportive conversations, and tailored tools for type 1 and type 2 diabetes management. Key opportunities for design innovation include tools for generating personal insight, facilitating conversations, and providing feedback on progress. View resource Previous item Next item

John MurrayProgramme Manager < Return to team John Murray Programme Manager John Murray is a contracted Programme Manager, supporting the work of the Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE) for digital health and care innovation in the Moray region. He is project managing the RCE LL1 (supported self-management) and RCE LL2 (long-term condition management) R&D demonstration projects and opportunity development flowing from this. John is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in programme and project management, research, development, and innovation. He has a diverse work background spanning roles at DHI, National Services Scotland, the Centre for Sustainable Delivery, consultancy, private sector and university R&D, university commercialisation, economic development, and company start-ups. His career goal is to help realise person-centred benefits and new capabilities through R&D change management. With his strong technical expertise, project leadership skills, and innovation-driven mindset, John is well-positioned to help DHI drive transformative initiatives and deliver impactful results. LinkedIn Email Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Jennifer ThomasSkills and Project Manager < Return to team Jennifer Thomas Skills and Project Manager Jennifer is responsible for managing a programme of work that produces innovative, additional educational opportunities in Moray for frontline health and care employees, and the specialist and technical staff working in digital health and care. She is a qualified Product Design Engineer and has worked on a broad range of social and economic development projects throughout her career. Prior to joining DHI in 2019, she successfully managed and delivered several large-scale health and social care research projects for the Scottish Government, NHE Education Scotland and Skills Development Scotland. She also brings a well-developed knowledge and understanding of the skills landscape in Scotland. Since 2014, Jennifer has managed a range of industry skills studies and contributed research and analysis work to several skills programmes. LinkedIn Email Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This final report provides an overview of the 'Discover and Define' workstream conducted by DHI from March to December 2022 under the Digital Lifelines Scotland program. It outlines the aims, process, and summarizes activities and findings from phases such as 'Scoping the project' and 'Mapping the current'. The report concludes with a synthesis of insights and themes from various perspectives, highlighting opportunities for digitally enabled services to support individuals with complex needs, informing the 'Develop' phase for co-designing future digital solutions and services. < Return to resources Digital Lifelines: DHI Discover and Define Raman, S., Simms, H., McIntyre, D. (ed.) & MacKenzie, M. (ed.) This final report provides an overview of the 'Discover and Define' workstream conducted by DHI from March to December 2022 under the Digital Lifelines Scotland program. It outlines the aims, process, and summarizes activities and findings from phases such as 'Scoping the project' and 'Mapping the current'. The report concludes with a synthesis of insights and themes from various perspectives, highlighting opportunities for digitally enabled services to support individuals with complex needs, informing the 'Develop' phase for co-designing future digital solutions and services. View resource Previous item Next item

DHI uniquely drives Diabetes Innovation in Scotland by collaborating with NHS, industry, academia, and individuals with lived experiences to advance innovation and funding opportunities. Home / Diabetes project hub Uniquely positioned in Scotland, DHI leads Diabetes Innovation by fostering collaborative partnerships with the NHS, industry, and academia. Their innovative model brings together health professionals, policymakers, and individuals with lived diabetes experiences to drive forward new ideas, technologies, and opportunities for funding and support. “The ‘Transforming Diabetes Care Through Innovation’ report was a powerful document that has helped us shape how we utilise innovation within diabetes care. It not only provides an excellent summary of the existing innovation work streams across Scotland but also identified priority areas where innovation could make a positive impact for individuals living with diabetes in the future. One of the major strengths of this project was the high level of engagement across the entire diabetes community. The creative approaches to engagement ensured good ‘buy in’ from healthcare professionals and more importantly citizens living with diabetes as well as their families and carers.” Professor Brian Kennon National Clinical Advisor for Diabetes. Scottish Government Related diabetes projects RCE Moray Living Labs Type 2 Diabetes - Transforming the Diagnosis Conversation Type 2 Diabetes Framework Transforming Diabetes Care Through Innovation DigiBete Scale up project Impact of the Prevent the Progress of Diabetes app and brief dietitian call on patient readiness for lifestyle change “Projects of this nature clearly demonstrate the benefit of working with non-NHS professionals and has resulted in the team considering new approaches to how they deliver some of their services.” June Currie Diabetes Service Manager NHS Lanarkshire Key contact Michelle Brogan Service Development Manager The primary contact for long term medical conditions that leads a portfolio of development and delivery of digital innovation projects on behalf of DHI and currently is the Strategic and Portfolio Lead for Diabetes within the Digital Health and Care Directorate within the Scottish Government which is a joint role within DHI. View bio Reports Scottish Diabetes Policy and Market Report Digital Solutions Supporting Healthy Weight Management and the Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Framework Structured Education and Digital Learning for Diabetes Care in Scotland Transforming Diabetes Care Through Innovation – Survey Results Transforming diabetes care through innovation Expert insights Transforming diabetes care landscape through innovation: A person centred approach Podcasts How Digital Health Care and Technology are transforming Diabetes Care - ECHAlliance Partners

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

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Don McIntyreDesign Director < Return to team Don McIntyre Design Director Working at the junction of design and technology for over 25 years, Don has been involved in the design, development and delivery of digital products and services with companies and organisations across commercial, public and applied research sectors including Virtuality (pioneers of immersive VR), Oyster Partners (now Digitas) The Fraunhofer Institute and Giugiaro. Don divides his time between the School of Innovation and Technology at Glasgow School of Art he is Design Director, the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre where he holds the same title and with various companies as an independent Creative Technologist. LinkedIn Email Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

This 4-year, €6 million Horizon Europe programme includes NHS Highland, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Strathclyde. It aims to replace up to 75% of optical colonoscopies with Camera Capsule Endoscopy (CCE), enhancing patient experience and hospital efficiency by using AI to streamline diagnostics and reduce errors. < Return to projects AICE Europe Project impact Development and validation of a New Patient Reported Experience Measure for CCE AICE aims to revolutionise large bowel investigations by integrating AI algorithms AICE aims to transition from optical colonoscopy to AI-supported CCE, providing faster and more accurate diagnoses, benefiting patients and healthcare systems This 4-year, €6 million Horizon Europe programme includes NHS Highland, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Strathclyde. It aims to replace up to 75% of optical colonoscopies with Camera Capsule Endoscopy (CCE), enhancing patient experience and hospital efficiency by using AI to streamline diagnostics and reduce errors. This is a 4-year programme funded by Horizon Europe with an overall value of 6 million Euros. There are three Scottish Partners as part of the consortium; NHS Highland, University of Edinburgh and University of Strathclyde. Millions of people across Europe undergo optical colonoscopy (OC) every year. OC is often associated with discomfort, complications, and sick days, which affect patient acceptability, and is a heavy burden on the capacity levels of European hospitals. Camera Capsule Endoscopy (CCE) is a new innovative technology with the potential to replace up to 75% of all OCs. Importantly, CCE has been shown to be preferred by patients, has a lower complication rate, and can be performed out of the hospital. As such, this has huge potential for both patients and hospitals. However, the diagnostic process of CCE includes a time-consuming manual reading done by trained personnel and is expensive and prone to human error. We aim to resolve these challenges by incorporating AI into the patient pathway and giving patients an alternative to OC. Summary The aim of AICE is to enable the application of a complete AI Image diagnostic pathway for large bowel investigations by validating Artificial Intelligence Algorithms (AIA) supported camera capsule endoscopy (CCE). By adding artificial intelligence for image analysis and a new remote system for data capture handling and fast reporting, the objective is to eliminate the current medical, technical, and economic barriers to the transition from OC to CCE, hereby benefitting both patients and healthcare systems. AICE builds on existing AI research algorithms developed in Denmark which will be validated and harnessed in NHS Highland as a regional test bed. Impact & value DHI are working alongside University of Strathclyde to support the delivery of work packages focused on design and development of a patient facing digital tools. The wider programme is on track to end in March 2026. Funding from AICE will secure a Service Design Research associate within DHI to work in collaboration with UOS Research Team and Investigators over the duration of the project. In addition, in kind support from the Service Development Manager in DHI is being provided to support strategic alignment with the Scottish SCOTCAP Programme and scale up opportunities beyond this R&D phase. Completion of work packages to support the wider programme. Progress to date Next steps Partners Project team Resources AICE Europe website Previous project Projects index page Next project

This report offers a snapshot of various technologies utilized or in development for COVID-19 surveillance as of early April 2020, with detailed descriptions of select apps worldwide. As the situation evolves rapidly, the report acknowledges that developments may have progressed further by the time of publication. < Return to resources Global Examples of COVID-19 Surveillance Technologies Flash Report Rimpiläinen, Sanna and Thomas, Jennifer and Morrison, Ciarán This report offers a snapshot of various technologies utilized or in development for COVID-19 surveillance as of early April 2020, with detailed descriptions of select apps worldwide. As the situation evolves rapidly, the report acknowledges that developments may have progressed further by the time of publication. View resource Previous item Next item

The project aimed to explore the landscape of mental health services in Scotland, seeking input from various stakeholders including individuals with lived experience, families, carers, and service providers. Design researchers collaborated with people with lived experience to understand their journey of seeking, experiencing, and thriving with support. Short public engagement events were conducted to gather insights from a diverse range of individuals, leading to the emergence of a new concept for a digital resource supporting mental health access. Partnerships with the University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, NHS 24, Mydex CIC, and Tactuum were instrumental in informing the development of digital mental health services by NHS 24. < Return to resources Mental Health Innovation French, Tara and Teal, Gemma The project aimed to explore the landscape of mental health services in Scotland, seeking input from various stakeholders including individuals with lived experience, families, carers, and service providers. Design researchers collaborated with people with lived experience to understand their journey of seeking, experiencing, and thriving with support. Short public engagement events were conducted to gather insights from a diverse range of individuals, leading to the emergence of a new concept for a digital resource supporting mental health access. Partnerships with the University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, NHS 24, Mydex CIC, and Tactuum were instrumental in informing the development of digital mental health services by NHS 24. View resource Previous item Next item

In January 2024, DHI was commissioned by the Scottish Government to develop a Care and Wellbeing Innovation Portfolio, focusing, in particular, on social care innovation. Through engagement with over 20 national organizations, DHI identified key priorities for scaling digital innovation in social care and to lever research and innovation opportunities. The findings emphasise the need for a supportive infrastructure, an innovation pathway, a framework for evaluating impacts, and alignment of ongoing projects. The report outlines steps to advance digital social care innovation across Scotland and shares insight on creating the conditions to foster social care innovation and collaboration across sectors. < Return to resources Digital Innovation in Social Care : Priorities and Opportunities for Scotland Whoriskey, Margaret and Raman, Sneha and Kunte, Aarya and McIntyre, Don In January 2024, DHI was commissioned by the Scottish Government to develop a Care and Wellbeing Innovation Portfolio, focusing, in particular, on social care innovation. Through engagement with over 20 national organizations, DHI identified key priorities for scaling digital innovation in social care and to lever research and innovation opportunities. The findings emphasise the need for a supportive infrastructure, an innovation pathway, a framework for evaluating impacts, and alignment of ongoing projects. The report outlines steps to advance digital social care innovation across Scotland and shares insight on creating the conditions to foster social care innovation and collaboration across sectors. View resource Previous item Next item

Chaloner ChuteChief Technology Officer < Return to team Chaloner Chute Chief Technology Officer Chal leads on DHI’s technical strategy and is responsible for the way we support and deliver technical innovation, by applying systems thinking and methodologies in support of the DHI innovation model. He is devoted to the idea that citizens can be empowered to take an active role in their own well-being. Chal believes that digital health offers the tools to achieve this, and the DHI has the fresh perspective necessary to reconceive the relationship between the citizens and those who might care for them. He brings a range of skills including a Master’s in Healthcare Management & Leadership and a Master’s in Public Health Policy: Health Systems. He has spent seven years working in digital innovation, seven years working in Scottish Government public policy and healthcare service delivery and has led the design, development, integration and roll-out of many digital health and care services with several now in use at scale across Scotland. LinkedIn Email Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page

Chris CharalambousSenior Design & Marketing Co-Ordinator < Return to team Chris Charalambous Senior Design & Marketing Co-Ordinator Chris is a versatile Graphic Designer and Illustrator with working experience in digital marketing design, campaign management, and corporate branding. He is a Graphic Design BA graduate with an MA in Design focused on multimedia cross-disciplinary design and a background in fine arts. Chris is the guardian of the DHI brand, responsible for shaping and upholding the identity, design, and branding across both online and offline marketing communications and assets. In addition, he serves as the deputy to the Head of Marketing and Communications. Chris also manages the in-house website development team at DHI, managing the development phases, integrating strategic features, and ensuring the website aligns with DHI’s vision and branding standards. Additionally, he directly supports both the Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) and the Healthy Ageing Innovation Cluster (HAIC). LinkedIn Email Related Projects Next team member Previous team page Team page