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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. Include all by Sub teams 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 Portfolio Lead, Digital Addiction Support Alex Porteous Project Co-ordinator Angela Bruce Research Fellow Angus McCann Board Member (Industry) Anna Sturzaker Innovation Design Associate Anna Whyte Project Support Officer DHI Board Meeting Minutes 20/11/2025 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 21/08/2025 DHI board meeting minutes 19/02/2026 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 Building Digital Health and Care Skills in Moray: Strengthening the Skills Pipeline A collaborative, evidence led project focused on strengthening the digital skills pipeline in health and social care across Moray. By connecting partners, mapping needs and developing flexible micro-credential learning, the project supports workforce confidence, capability and career pathways in digital health and care. 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 First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last View Project 5G Feasibility Study A study exploring how 5G connectivity could support a community health network, identifying priority use cases, benefits and practical steps to make it work. View Project AICE Europe Develops AI-supported capsule tests to detect bowel cancer earlier and reduce the need for traditional colonoscopies, improving comfort and clinical capacity. View Project AIM4ALL Improves how information is captured for CAR T cancer treatment, helping teams coordinate care and support more consistent, high-quality outcomes for patients. View Project Atrial Fibrillation Tests continuous heart monitoring to detect atrial fibrillation earlier, helping people get timely treatment and lowering the chance of stroke and complications. View Project Backpack - Person-owned Data Store A secure digital store that lets people hold and share their health and care information safely, giving them clear control over who can access it and when. View Project Building Digital Health and Care Skills in Moray: Strengthening the Skills Pipeline A collaborative, evidence led project focused on strengthening the digital skills pipeline in health and social care across Moray. View Project COVID-19 Clinical Assessment Tool (CAT) Adapted an existing app to help assess COVID-19 symptoms and guide next steps safely at home, supporting safer decisions and reducing pressure on services. View Project COVID-19 Community Co-management (Co3) Improved COVID-19 contact tracing by enhancing Scotland’s notification service and creating an accessible online form to collect contacts quickly and securely. View Project Care 'In Place' (CIP) Care Home Assessment Tool (CHAT) Stages 1 & 2 Developed and tested a digital assessment tool for care homes to triage residents’ needs and access the right clinical support, avoiding hospital trips. View Project Covid-19 related projects A collection of projects developed in response to COVID-19, supporting assessment, community care, data sharing and service resilience across Scotland. View Project Diabetes Portfolio Brings partners together to plan and test digital innovation for diabetes in Scotland, from early research through to real-world trials with people and services. View Project DigiBete Scale up project Expands a trusted online platform for children and young people with diabetes, providing reliable information, learning resources and self-care support.

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 DHI Net Zero Principles and Goals Report 2026 Start Now ENVISION: The Digital Blueprint for a Smart Home of the Future Executive Summary : Executive Summary Executive summary 2026 Start Now ENVISION: The Digital Blueprint for a Smart Home of the Future Report 2026 Start Now Navigating Scotland’s Digital Health and Social Care Innovation Ecosystem: Mapping Support Structures from an Entrepreneurial Perspective Report 2026 Start Now Digital Health and Social Care Deep Dive Report Report 2026 Start Now Health and Social Care Workforce Survey : Experience, Opportunities and Attitudes to Digital Working – Summary Report Executive summary 2026 Start Now Digital Care Collaborative Scotland A community driving digital innovation across social care, social work and housing Executive summary 2026 Start Now 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 First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

The #DigiInventors Challenge empowers young people to develop digital, design, entrepreneurial, and STEM skills while exploring careers in health and social care. By equipping them to tackle real-world challenges, the competition fosters creativity, technology, and problem-solving. Bringing together diverse sectors, it inspires the next generation of innovators to design impactful solutions for the future of healthcare. Invent Today. Impact Tomorrow. The Challenge The #DigiInventors Challenge inspires and empowers young people to identify and develop entrepreneurial, digital, design innovation, and STEM skills, while showcasing new career opportunities in the digital health and social care sector. We want them to become innovators, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to tackle real-world health and social care challenges. By uniting these diverse sectors, the competition fosters creativity, technology, and problem-solving to create impactful solutions for the future of healthcare. Introduction Open to young people aged 8-18 in schools across Scotland and the UAE, the Challenge encourages young people to create digital solutions for health, social care, and wellbeing issues, shaping a healthier future. Aligned with the UN SDGs and Scotland’s Net Zero and AI goals, #DigiInventors builds skills, sparks creativity, and fuels a future-ready talent pipeline for a $700B industry by 2030. Teaching 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! Resources Page UN SDG, Net Zero And AI Ambitions Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, as well as Scotland’s Net Zero and AI ambitions, the #DigiInventors Challenge nurtures vital skills, ignites creativity, and helps develop a talent pipeline for a rapidly growing digital health and social care sector projected to be worth in excess of $700 billion by 2030. By encouraging innovation and problem-solving, it empowers the next generation to contribute to global sustainability and technological advancements. Support The Challenge We are always seeking new sponsors and partners to help develop the #DigiInventors Primary and Secondary Challenges. By partnering with us, your organisation can play a pivotal role in shaping young innovators, supporting the development of essential skills, fostering creativity in digital health and social care and inspiring the next generation of talent into your organisation. Email info@digiinventors.com to discuss our latest opportunities. Challenge Opportunities Our Partners 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 UAE. Testimonials 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 Challenge has been part of our S2 curriculum for six years, providing students a fun and engaging way to develop invaluable transferrable skills. It sets student learning in real-world context, inspiring them to make a difference to physical and mental health challenges facing young people today – all while developing confidence, creativity, problem solving, teamwork and digital skills. Working with industry experts gives the opportunity to turn their creative ideas into potentially life-changing innovations. Sarah Wyllie – Marr College – Teacher 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 Invent Today. Impact Tomorrow.

Are you considering a master’s degree in digital health and social care? The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) offers Master's Scholarships to support a talent pipeline and nurture future leaders into the sector. Once you secure a spot on a relevant course, contact your course organiser who will apply for the scholarship on your behalf. Home / Master’s Scholarships Are you considering a master’s degree in digital health and social care? The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) offers Master's Scholarships to support a talent pipeline, and nurture future leaders in the sector. Once you secure a spot on a relevant course, contact your course organiser who will apply for the scholarship on your behalf. Scholarship details The Scottish Funding Council (SFC) awards annual master’s scholarship funding to DHI. Our 2026-27 scholarship window is now open. The first deadline for applications is on the 30th of June 2026. We may arrange a second application deadline in August if there are scholarships left following the June deadline. We also reserve a small number of scholarships for January 2027 intake. The deadline for those applications will be in November, but you can also apply before. The scholarship value for 2026-27 is £8,229 per student. Funding is available both for Taught MSc and MRes programs starting in either September or January. Whether you prefer full-time or part-time study, we have options to fit your schedule. We are hosting a series of online information events in spring 2026, on the 15th of April (12-1 pm, and 5-6 pm) and the 13th of May (12-1 pm, and 5-6 pm). If you want to attend these events or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on:  scholarships@dhi-scotland.com  . How to apply Direct applications from students are not accepted. Applications must be submitted by your course organiser. Eligible students should work closely with their course organiser who will use the DHI scholarship administration form to apply. For MRes students, a research proposal of no more than 1,500 words is required. Please ensure you read the privacy notice to access the Master’s Scholarships funding in digital health and social care. Eligibility criteria Students are eligible, if they can answer “yes” to all of the following questions: Determine if you are eligible to apply by answering the following questions with a "yes": Are you a British citizen, an EU citizen with Settled Status, or hold indefinite leave to remain status?   Have you been resident in  the UK for at least the last three years (proof may be required)?   Are you (or will you be) an ordinary resident in Scotland when starting the course?   Are you starting a new course?  If you meet these requirements, you can apply by selecting your preferred digital health and care Master’s course at a Scottish University and following the application process. Find out about detailed eligibility criteria on the SAAS website.    If there is an option to apply for a scholarship, please ensure that you do so.   To be eligible for funding, your MSc or MRes dissertation work needs to align with at least one of DHI's strategic themes.   If you have any questions or would like to apply, please contact us at scholarships@dhi-scotland.com . Eligible courses The funding is only available to courses at Scottish Universities. Courses should focus on digital health and social care or include modules on the digital transformation of health and social care services Funding is available for both full-time and part-time MSc or MRes courses.  Your dissertation needs to align with at least one of DHI’s Strategic Themes, contributing to the transformation of digital health and social care.  For course leaders It is the university’s responsibility to ensure that applicant students meet all eligibility criteria, and that the student is accepted on an eligible master’s course. Course leaders apply on behalf of the applicant student using DHI Scholarship Administration Form for all (MSc and MRes) courses. For MRes applications, a research plan of a maximum of 1500 words is required using a DHI Research Proposal Template.  To access the forms, email us at scholarships@dhi-scotland.com .   Courses can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. Part-time funding is allocated at a 0.5 FTE basis, with the first half in the first year of study, and the second half in the second year of study.  Scholarships are awarded on a fee-waiver basis only and cannot be used to cover other costs, such as living expenses.  If the course fee is higher than the scholarship award, the university needs to agree to waive the excess of the student's fee. In cases where the master’s fee is less than the available award, the excess sum is intended to be used for supporting the student in their studies, such as buying necessary equipment or funding a conference trip to disseminate their research.   DHI will prioritise applications from dedicated taught digital health and care master's courses.  If the number of applicants exceeds the number of available places, DHI will allocate places proportionally between the applying universities, who will then select the most suitable candidates for the scholarships.  Once approved, your host University and the University of Strathclyde will sign a scholarship agreement and data-sharing agreement. DHI’s strategic themes for research To be eligible for scholarship funding, students must align their master’s dissertation topic to one of the DHI’s strategic themes. The themes in 2025-26 were: The contribution of digital health and care to Scotland’s Net Zero targets  Digital innovation for people living with substance use issues and/or supporting mental health and wellbeing Measuring the impact of digital health & care projects  Ethical and trustworthy approaches in AI and data-enabled health and care systems Digital innovations for long-term condition management and a shift from hospital to home and community settings Digital Innovation for social care and supported living in the community Digital innovation for prevention and anticipation of illness or infirmity Digital innovation in support of Population Health/Public Health including emergency planning and/or response Digital skills and workforce development in health and social care  Digital innovations for reducing healthcare inequalities We are particularly interested in dissertations that incorporate AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, data, Internet of (Medical) Things, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and/ or Immersive Reality.  Potential courses If you are unsure whether your course is eligible for funding, email us at scholarships@dhi-scotland.com .  Previously funded courses include: University of Aberdeen MSc Health Data Science MPH Master of Public Health  MSC Leadership in Professional Contexts MSc Medical Physics Edinburgh Napier University MRes Master of Research Glasgow School of Art  MRes Master of Research in Design University of Glasgow  MSc Digital Health Interventions MSc Primary Health Care    Heriot Watt University MSc Biomedical engineering University of Highlands and Islands  MSc  Applied Data Analytics   Robert Gordon University  MSc Midwifery MRes in different subjects including nursing   University of St Andrews  MSc Health Data Science   University of Strathclyde  MSc Digital Health Systems MSc Data Science for Politics and Policy Making MSc Clinical Health Psychology    MRes Physical Activity for Health MSc in Public Health and Social Innovation University of West of Scotland MSc Leading People-centred Integrated Care University of Stirling MSc Health Psychology Get in touch If you have any queries or are interested in applying for a Master’s Scholarship in digital health and care, email: scholarships@dhi-scotland.com . We’re here to help and look forward to hearing from you!

Home / Projects DHI collaborates with partners to co-design digital health and social care solutions to key Scottish health challenges. Browse our project portfolio 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 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 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 What we do DHI plays a pivotal role in creating and supporting collaborations that co-design person-centred digital health and social care solutions across service, technical, and business innovation. Discover how we do it 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 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. Our definition 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 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 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 News Keep up to date with the latest digital health and social care news from across the sector. Read the latest news 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 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. Explore events 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. Our definition 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

Join our citizen panel to participate in co-design and living labs of the next generation of digital health and social care solutions. Join our citizen panel First name* Last name* Email* Phone How do you describe your gender? Male Female Non-binary Prefer not to say Other Where in Scotland do you live? (you must reside in Scotland to join our citizen panel)* Aberdeen City Council Aberdeenshire Council Angus Council Argyll and Bute Council City of Edinburgh Council Clackmannanshire Council Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (formerly Western Isles) Dumfries and Galloway Council Dundee Council East Ayrshire Council East Dunbartonshire Council East Lothian Council East Renfrewshire Council Falkirk Council Fife Council Glasgow City Council Inverclyde Council Midlothian Council North Ayrshire Council Orkney Islands Council Perth and Kinross Council Renfrewshire Council Scottish Borders Council Shetland Islands Council South Ayrshire Council South Lanarkshire Council Stirling Council The Highland Council The Moray Council West Dunbartonshire Council West Lothian Council If you select “The Moray Council”* I do not reside in Moray Elgin Elgin rural Forres Forres rural Buckie Buckie rural Keith Keith rural Speyside Other Are you:* Industry Health and care provider Academia and education provider Wider public sector Third sector Other Are any of the following areas of interest to you?* Neurological conditions (eg MS) Parkinson Motor Neuron Respiratory conditions (eg COPD) Asthma Mental Health Cardiac (eg Heart Failure) Atrial Fibrillation Diabetes Dementia Cancer Weight management Wellbeing Carers Support If located in Moray region, are you interested in the following Living Labs: * N/A - Don't live in Moray region Supported Self-Management (LL1) Long Term Conditions Co-Management (LL2) Care in the Community (LL3) Smart Housing/Communities (LL4) Mental Wellbeing (LL5) Skills and Workforce Development (including digital skills) I would describe my ability to use digital technologies as:* Basic Moderate Intermediate Advanced I have read and understood the DHI Privacy Policy * Submit

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. Invent Today. Impact Tomorrow. Primary School National 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. Big ideas start early! Our Primary Challenge is specially designed for young innovators in P5 - P7 across Scotland. It’s all about teamwork, creativity and discovering how digital ideas can help people live healthier, happier lives. Introduction to the Challenge The Primary Challenge invites P5-P7 pupils in Scotland to explore one big question: Can you identify a real problem related to people’s health or wellbeing, and develop a digital idea to help solve it? What the Challenge includes This challenge provides a fun way to learn about digital opportunities, entrepreneurship, design innovation, science, tech, teamwork and creative problem-solving in the classroom and helps develop critical STEM skills for the future. Pupils will: Talk about daily health and wellbeing challenges people face (e.g. healthy eating, staying active, managing stress) Research how digital tools like apps, games and smart devices could make life better Work together to plan a simple idea or solution Create a sketch or visual to show how it works Share their idea in a short written or video pitch Eligibility and participation Open to all Primary Schools in Scotland Pupils in P5-P7 Teams of up to 4 pupils (mixed stages/genders encouraged!) Each team must have a teacher or adult mentor to guide them Challenge timeline and key dates 05/01/2026 - Challenge Launch 27/02/2026 - Application Submission Deadline 02/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 - Judging Period 23/03/2026 - Winners & Runners-up Announced 28/04/2026 - Award Ceremony How To Take Part Step 1: Form your team, up to 4 pupils Step 2: Explore the big question and brainstorm ideas Step 3: Research, plan and sketch your solution Step 4: Use the resources pack to prepare your pitch Step 5: Submit your entry before the deadline! #DigiInventors toolkit 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! Resources page Recognition and prizes All participants will receive a #DigiInventors Challenge Certificate and can use their submission to apply for the YSL Level 2 Auto Award. Runners-up get: Certificate for each pupil Fun goodie bags for all team members Winners get: The #DigiInventors Challenge Trophy for their school Certificate for each team member Fun goodie bags for all team members A fantastic tech prize for each team member Previous winners Multi-ColourZ (Newton Farm Primary, South Lanarkshire) A groundbreaking app to support young people with colour blindness, featuring colour overlays, AI voice support, customisable settings, and a full colour reference and advice hub. JH Grow and Glow (Wellington School, South Ayrshire) An engaging wellbeing app for children aged 5–12, supporting healthy habits in sleep, nutrition, hydration, and exercise – all guided by a friendly avatar called Glow. Sweet Tooth (Carolside Primary, East Renfrewshire) An innovative dental care app for young people with braces, using Bluetooth chips to allow orthodontists to monitor oral hygiene remotely. Testimonials 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

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The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) facilitates an innovation cluster approach to support collaboration between academic, business and civic sectors including citizens, health, social care and housing partners. This collaborative approach allows members to connect and to work together to share knowledge, skills, and experience, in order to innovate on key demand led challenges. Home / Innovation clusters The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) facilitates an innovation cluster approach to support collaboration between academic, business and civic sectors including citizens, health, social care and housing partners. This collaborative approach allows members to connect and to work together to share knowledge , skills , and experience , in order to innovate on key demand led challenges. The aim of using a cluster approach is to create impactful innovation that will lead to improved outcomes for our communities. Innovation clusters represent a dynamic collaboration of knowledge, expertise, and skills from policy, healthcare, education, research, and business sectors, all focused on a shared purpose. These clusters are designed to: Address Demand-Led Challenges: By gathering and utilising insights, we support innovation in service and product design to meet real-world needs. Facilitate Co-ordination and Knowledge Exchange: Through connection and collaboration, we drive innovation activities and enable multi-directional knowledge exchange. Build on Existing Community Work: Serving as a clustering mechanism, we enhance the work of innovation community members across specific areas, disciplines, or tasks. Foster Collaborative Initiatives: By bringing together people and teams for ideation, projects, and other initiatives, our clusters aim to achieve outcomes greater than the sum of their parts. These clusters not only promote collaborative ideation but also ensure successful outcomes with significant potential impact. Key functions Several key functions are evident within our Innovation Clusters: Connectivity: they provide a dedicated space for interaction with the local ecosystem. These spaces can be virtual and physical and should attract a wide range of actors from within each innovation community and beyond. Knowledge management: they function as consistent points for knowledge exchange (within Scotland and between and across international partners) Activity management: they act as a centre for mobilising and progressing specific innovation activities. Purpose Active innovation clusters Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) A collaboration across industry, academia, and wider public sector services supporting the development and adoption of digital innovation for mental health and wellbeing in Scotland. As a singular virtual point of contact for Scotland, the cluster enables global connection with leading exemplars in Digital Mental Health. Explore DMHIC Digital Care Collaborative Scotland (DCCS) A collaboration across social care, social work, housing, research, policy and industry partners, working together to support meaningful digital innovation in Scotland’s communities. DCCS provides a trusted hub where people can connect, share learning and access practical tools that support digital innovation in practice. By strengthening connections across sectors, it helps turn shared priorities into collective action that benefits the workforce and the communities they serve. Explore DCCS Healthy Ageing Innovation Cluster (HAIC) An established dynamic collaboration of academic, business and civic partners from the fields of policy health, housing and social care an in Scotland and beyond, come together to address the 8 grand challenges of ageing. Explore HAIC Digital Innovation Hub for Home Hospitalisation (DIH) The Digital Innovation Hub for Home Hospitalisation (DIH) has been set up to encourage sharing knowledge, collaborating, and innovating across all areas of Home Hospitalisation. It is an output from the Interreg NWE CHANCE project which brought together a number of SME’s, Hospitals and Universities to develop a Home Hospitalisation Platform to support Heart Failure and is led by DHI on behalf of all other partners. Join DIH

A collaboration across industry, academia, and wider public sector services supporting the development and adoption of digital innovation for mental health and wellbeing in Scotland. As a singular virtual point of contact for Scotland, the cluster enables global connection with leading exemplars in Digital Mental Health. Home / Innovation clusters / Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) is commissioned to establish, develop and facilitate Scotland’s Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) on behalf of the Scottish Government’s Digital Mental Health Programme. It was formally launched in March 2022 to provide a ‘hub’ in support of action 15.7 of The Scottish Government’s Coronavirus (COVID-19): Mental Health – Scotland’s Transition and Recovery Plan within the context of Digital Innovation. Action 15.7: To explore the use of an innovation hub model to encourage identification, development and evaluation of technologies focused on the needs of the population. Developing Innovation Hubs will help support individuals, organisations, academics, and commercial companies to work together to identify, design and develop innovative digital solutions while being guided by expertise within the mental health field including people with lived experience. Dates for your dairy We are hosting on the 15th of October an interactive Q&A session for Scottish organisations and those interested in collaborating with Scottish innovators to develop XR solutions for mental health. Upcoming DMHIC event The Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) unites industry representatives, healthcare professionals, academics, public sector services, third-sector organisations, and citizens. It fosters powerful collaborations by aligning expertise from diverse sectors to address shared goals. This cluster collects and shares global and local insights, identifies and develops innovative products and services, and builds knowledge to tackle key challenges in mental health and wellbeing. We provide dedicated spaces for interaction within local mental health ecosystems, encouraging knowledge exchange and attracting a wide range of stakeholders from different innovation communities. The cluster connects people and links directly to government policy and national implementation programmes, facilitating the development and deployment of technologies across Scotland. Supported by an Advisory Board, we receive valuable clinical, academic, and business insights, ensuring focused and effective progress in digital mental health initiatives. Focus The current focus within the Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) is self-management. The goal of this cluster is to drive impactful innovations that enhance self-management practices, leading to improved health outcomes for our communities. By fostering collaboration among industry representatives, healthcare professionals, academics, and citizens, the DMHIC aims to develop and implement solutions that empower individuals to take control of their mental health and wellbeing. Through these efforts, we strive to create a significant positive impact on the quality of life and health outcomes for people across Scotland. Overview Digital mental health spotlight Adult ADHD Scottish Pathway Research: A review of the current landscape of approaches to Adult ADHD care across health boards in Scotland This report examines the current landscape of Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) services across five NHS health boards in Scotland, highlighting systemic challenges, patient experiences, and emerging opportunities for service improvement and innovation. Read report Evaluating Digital Interventions for ADHD Diagnosis and Management for Adults within the UK (Excluding Scotland) This study reviewed digital interventions for managing and diagnosing adult ADHD in the UK (excluding Scotland), analysing both peer-reviewed literature and commercially available digital tools like apps and telehealth platforms. Read report Summary of Key Challenges & Opportunities for Digital Mental Health Research & Innovation in Scotland This report captures the outputs from a DMHIC Advisory Board workshop held in August 2024. The Board met to consider how best to build a pipeline of collaborative R&I opportunities through the development and adoption of digital interventions to address priority mental health challenges in Scotland. Read report Business Q&A with National Digital Mental Health Advisor Chris Wright The Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) Q&A Event with Chris Wright View recording DMHIC Annual Report 2024-2025 The Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) was formally launched in March 2022 to provide a 'hub' in support of action 15.7 of Mental Health – Scotland's Transition and Recovery Plan within the context of Digital Innovation. Read report Resources To support knowledge exchange we share all relevant DMHIC related assets and information with our network. Past DMIHC meetings (Slides) 28/09/2023 - 6th Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 21/03/2023 - 5th Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 13/12/2022 - 4th Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 20/09/2022 - 3rd Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 01/09/2022 - Introduction to the UKRI Mindset Programme and grant funding opportunity 28/06/2022 - 2nd Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 10/03/2022 - 1st Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Launch Event Past DMHIC meetings (Video) 25/02/25 - DMHIC: The Role of the Third Sector in Supporting the Digital Mental Health Ecosystem 07/02/2024 - Question and Answer event with Chris Wright | Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster 16/08/2022 - Mental Health in The Digital Age Roundtable | Health Tech World NHS Research Scotland Mental Health 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting, in particular, session 2 [video recording] Innovating Mental Health Services in Scotland SBRI Challenge Launch Event [video recording] 21/03/2023 - 5th Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 13/12/2022 - 4th Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 20/09/2022 - 3rd Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 01/09/2022 - Introduction to the UKRI Mindset Programme and grant funding opportunity 28/06/2022 - 2nd Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Meeting 10/03/2022 - 1st Scotland's Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster Launch Event DMHIC Resources (Reports) Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster (DMHIC) : Annual Report 2024–2025 Summary of Key Challenges & Opportunities for Digital Mental Health Research & Innovation in Scotland Adult ADHD Scottish Pathway Research : A review of the current landscape of approaches to Adult ADHD care across health boards in Scotland Evaluating Digital Interventions for ADHD Diagnosis and Management in Adults within the UK Business Sector Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster : Annual Report 2023-2024 [REPORT] Digital Mental Health Innovation Cluster : Annual Report 2022-2023 [REPORT] NHS Confederation: Patient empowerment: what is the role of technology in transforming care? [REPORT] NHS Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy: Delivery Plan 2023-2025 [REPORT] NHS Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2023 [REPORT] The Growing value of XR in healthcare in UK [REPORT] Young Scot Insight Technology Enabled Care Report November 2018 [REPORT] Emerging Innovations in Digital Mental Health: A Deeper Dive [REPORT] Digital Mental Health Report: Findings of a desktop horizon scan for Global Leaders & digital innovation opportunities [REPORT] Accessing and Navigating the Mental Health Landscape in Scotland: Opportunities for Digital Innovation [Research paper] Care Tech Landscape Review - Mental Health 2021 [REPORT] Orcha Digital and Mental Health Recovery Action Plans 2021 [REPORT] #TECScotland: health and care in a digital future 2020 [REPORT] Mental Health Network NHS Confederation: Using digital technology to design and deliver better mental health services, perspectives from Australia and the USA 2019 [REPORT] Community Mental Health and Wellbeing: What Does Gold Standard Look Like? [Report - May 2021] Creation of a Universal Health & Wellbeing Service: What is the Offer to Citizens in Distress? [Report - May 2021] Review of Current Use of Digital Solutions for Mental Health [Report - April 2020] Mental Health Innovation [Report - September 2017] DMHIC Resources (Articles) Innovating Mental Health Services in Scotland Open Innovation Challenge: Phase 2 Results – Scotland Innovates (SBRI) The Scottish Government’s Digital Mental Health Integration into Strategy and Policy Thought Piece – Considerations for Digital Mental Health Providers Seeking to Break into Scottish Local Authority Market [Blog] Building digital innovation in support of mental health and wellbeing [Blog] The Scottish Government Mental Health Policy Page [Website] The Scottish Government Coronavirus (COVID-19): mental health - transition and recovery plan [Website/ strategy document] Can Chatbots Help Support a Person’s Mental Health? Perceptions and Views from Mental Healthcare Professionals and Experts [Research Article] Improving mental health and wellbeing [Website] DMHIC Newsletter Archive October 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025 May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 January 2025 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 May 2024 Contacts Joanne Boyle : DMHIC Strategic Lead Anna Whyte: DMHIC Project Support Advisory Board Members The cluster is supported by an Advisory Board whose members provide valuable insights into the clinical, academic, and business aspects of digital mental health. The advisory board attend bi-monthly meeting to discuss and offer high-quality advice to provide a focused scope to make effective strategic change. Chris Wright: National Advisor for Digital Mental Health at The Scottish Government and Head of the Digital Mental Health Programme. Chris’ role in the team is to facilitate the ongoing management of the DMHIC, while overseeing the development of strategy, policy, service, and innovative technologies to be implemented across the NHS in Scotland. Dawn Robb: Programme Manager: Dawn has worked in the NHS for over a decade, working in both territorial and national boards. Dawn has been working on the Near Me Programme since 2016 and in her current role is Near Me Project Manager for the Social Services use of Near Me. Andy Keen : Clinical lead for Innovation (NHS Grampian). Dr Andrew Keen is responsible for all strategic and operational innovation activity, which is increasingly focused on trying to solve major health and social care delivery challenges. Andrew Gumley: Consultant clinical psychologist. Andrew Gumley is a professor of psychological therapy in the school of health and wellbeing at UoG. Honorary consultant. One of Andrews main clinical interests are the development and evaluation of psychological and digital therapies. Nagore Penades: Consultant Psychiatrist (NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde). Nagores’ role in the team is to continue in the support as the Mental Health Innovation Lead at the West of Scotland Innovation Hub, NRS Senior Research Fellow and e-health Lead for Mental Health at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Donald MacIntyre: Director of the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Mental Health Network, Honorary Reader Edinburgh University & Consultant Psychiatrist. Donalds role is to guide on the practicality of technological innovations to improve mental health care and treatment. Donald is an NHS consultant general psychiatrist, currently seconded to NHS 24 as Associate Medical Director, a post which he combines with clinical research. Robert Higginson: Co-founder and Partner at Par Equity. Robert is a co-founder of Par Equity and serves on the Investment Committee. He acts as the primary point of contact for new investment opportunities and holds board positions in both the UK and the US. Additionally, he oversees Par Equity’s technology infrastructure. Ciaran Barbour: Digital Strategy Manager SAMH. Ciaran's role is to develop and guide the digital transformation of SAMH, overseeing the strategy and implementation of digital health interventions across the organisation. Janet O’Lowe: Senior Policy Lead and CSO Innovation. Janet is the Senior Policy Lead for CSO Innovation at the Chief Scientist Office. With extensive experience in science and innovation policy, Janet plays a key role in shaping and implementing strategies that drive scientific advancements and innovation.

To ensure the sustainability of the Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE), we are focused on upskilling the workforce to build a strong pipeline of digital health and social care talent in Moray Home / RCE - Moray Hub / Skills development To ensure the sustainability of the Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE), we are focused on upskilling the workforce to build a strong pipeline of digital health and social care talent in Moray Approach We're addressing the digital skills shortage in the region through education and training programmes for the current and future workforce. We're also raising awareness among young people, career changers, and their families about opportunities in digital health and care. Our key workstreams include: Curriculum development research Workforce upskilling and reskilling in health and social care Promoting technical skills to create a local talent pipeline Supporting RCE Living Labs and simulation activities We're collaborating with local stakeholders and partners in academia, industry, and the public and third sectors to advance skills and workforce development in Moray. Join our Citizen Panel to get involved in these initiatives! Join Citizen panel Partners

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The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI), is focused on promoting funding opportunities to advance digital health and social care collaboration and innovation. By helping innovators secure the necessary funding, we enable transformative projects that enhance personalised patient care and healthcare delivery. Home / Funding The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) is dedicated to promoting funding opportunities that drive collaboration and innovation in digital health and social care. Here, you will find The Data Lab's funding finder tool to streamline your search for UK funding opportunities, as well as information on our Master's Scholarship funding. The Data Lab funding finder Finding the right funding can be challenging. To simplify the process, DHI has partnered with The Data Lab to provide you with their funding finder tool. This tool is designed to help you navigate the UK funding system using advanced data and AI, making connecting with relevant opportunities directly from our site easier. Find funding Master’s scholarships The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) offers Master's Scholarships to support a talent pipeline and nurture future leaders into the sector. Once you secure a spot on a relevant course, contact your course organiser who will apply for the scholarship on your behalf. Access master's funding

The Rural Centre of Excellence (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. This investment focuses on advancing research and innovation in digital health, aiding the remobilisation of health and social care services in the region. Home / Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE) Live Hub The Rural Centre of Excellence (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. The RCE accelerates the research, development and adoption of digital health and care solutions, supporting the transformation of services across Moray. Working with industry, academia, the public sector and local communities, it creates a real-world rural environment where innovation can be designed, tested and scaled. In partnership with the Moray Health and Social Care Partnership and people with lived experience, the RCE is developing new approaches to improve health, wellbeing and independent living. These innovations are designed to scale nationally and internationally, with a strong focus on inclusion and accessibility. Areas of Focus DHI identified 4 key areas of focus to support the remobilisation of health and care services in Moray. Living labs Skills Demonstration & Simulation Environment Join Our Citizen Panel Upcoming events No events at the moment Resources Moray Growth Deal – Full details What is the Moray Growth Deal YouTube video My Moray website - Moray Growth Deal Full Moray Growth Deal official press release Moray Rural Centre of Excellence for Digital Health and Care Innovation Launch press release Blog from Karim Mahmoud on his thoughts on the Moray RCE launch event RCE events and resources 140225 Smart Housing Proof of Concept FAQs 140225 Smart Housing Proof of Concept Call - Industry Engagement Q&A Session (session 1) 140225 Smart Housing Proof of Concept Call - Industry Engagement Q&A Session (session 2) 101224 Digifest 2024: Satellite Event: Smart Communities Facilitating Digital Access and Inclusion 230322 - Introducing the RCE on-demand video 230322 - Introducing the RCE slide deck 230322 - Introducing the RCE post-event write up Contact details Address: Rural Centre of Excellence for Digital Health and Care Innovation in the Moray Region, Room 210 Alexander Graham Bell Centre for Digital Health UHI Moray Moray Street Elgin Moray IV30 1JJ Email us: rce@dhi-scotland.com Partners

Design innovation sits at the heart of the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI), helping us shape the future of health and social care services. Home / Design innovation Design innovation sits at the heart of the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI), helping us shape the future of health and social care services. Approach We adopt a person-centred, equitable approach which focuses on the lived experience of citizens, using our innovation process model to work with individuals and organisations across government, academia, and industry to: Understand diverse and sometimes competing perspectives Define clear, harmonised requirements Establish technically robust solutions that respond to individual needs and are ready for adoption Recognition Recognised for its distinctiveness and efficacy, our design-led innovation methodology leverages the expertise of the School of Innovation and Technology at the Glasgow School of Art, a co-founding partner since our inception in 2013. Learn more about SIT Multidisciplinary expertise The Design team comes from a variety of backgrounds and has extensive expertise in the context of health, care and wellbeing. Creative practice We tailor our tools and methods to each project’s unique needs and stakeholder groups. Our process emphasises collaborative creation and iterative prototyping, ensuring each solution is thoughtfully developed and refined. Participatory design From the project onset, we partner with citizens and stakeholders, employing creative methods to collaboratively redefine and deepen understanding of challenges. Our participatory approach includes visualisation, co-creation, prototyping, and simulation, transforming insights into actionable designs for future services. Envisioning the future Utilising narrative and visual storytelling, we collaborate with stakeholders to map current and future states, imagining preferred outcomes for health and social care. Our context-sensitive methods focus on delivering significant, co-designed results with tangible impacts. Continuous evolution As DHI advances its specialised design capabilities, Scotland’s health and social care services, continually benefits from and contribute to the progressive landscape of design research and practice in health and social care. Design innovation framework Spotlighting impactful innovation Person-centred Records (PCR) "Once for the Patient" is a person-centred electronic record system for NHS Grampian, developed with DHI using co-design methodologies. Completed in spring 2021, it aims to enhance efficiency and effectiveness by ensuring records follow patients from admission to discharge. View Project Magnify 2023 Developing and delivering an international conference on inclusive design and research. Learn more Setting a future direction for Digital Lifelines Scotland Digital Lifelines Scotland (DLS) aims to reduce drug deaths in Scotland through digital inclusion and digital solutions that support people who use drugs. Learn more COVID-19 Community Co-management (Co3) (TAP 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. View Project Design Innovation in the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre DHI’s unique focus on design innovation, driven by its partnership with the Glasgow School of Art, sets it apart by prioritising person-centered, scalable solutions over technology-driven approaches. Read more Midlothian HSCP TEC Pathfinder - Innovating in the Frailty System Development of a non-functional prototype to improve the experience of people living with frailty (family, carers and staff) View Project "At every stage of the process the design of artefacts, interactions and experiences is utilised to elicit expert knowledge, incorporate individual and social experience, and acknowledge observable behaviours and processes." Professor Gordon Hush Head of the Innovation School, The Glasgow School of Art Resources The Glasgow School of Art, Innovation School website The Glasgow School of Art, Repository of Art Design Architecture Research (RADAR) open access repository The Glasgow School of Art, Future Health and Wellbeing digital repository

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. Home / Impact of the digital transformation 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: Who they are: This group includes all those directly involved in patient care and service delivery, such as clinicians, social workers, public health professionals, as well as management and support roles. Skills needed: These staff members require digital skills to effectively use digital tools and solutions in their daily work. Training focuses on enhancing their ability to interact with digital health and social care platforms, electronic health records, and other digital tools that facilitate direct care and service management. Frontline health and social care workforce Who they are: This category comprises software developers, engineers, programmers, UX designers, product owners, cyber security experts, and others involved in creating and maintaining digital solutions. Skills needed: While deeply technical, this group also benefits from soft skills and transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. These competencies are essential for ensuring that digital solutions are user-friendly and effectively meet the needs of end-users in health and social care settings. Technical workforce Who they are: This group includes data analysts, data scientists, business intelligence professionals, and clinical informaticians who manage and analyse the vast amounts of data generated by digital health and social care solutions. Skills needed: Advanced digital, data analytics, and informatics skills are crucial for this workforce. They also require soft skills to ensure that insights generated from data are communicated effectively and can inform decision-making in clinical health and social care settings. Groups 2 and 3 are align with the Digital, Data and Technology job (DDaT) categories. For further reference and a deeper understanding of roles and competencies in the Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) professions within the Scottish government context, you can visit the official DDaT profession page. Specialist knowledge, information, digital, and data workforce

The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) is an international leader in the field of Research & Innovation (R&I) in digital health and digitising social care. We work with you to gather insight, undertake research, co-design and develop collaborative innovations to implement change, generate real impact and attract increased investment and funding into R&I and institutional capabilities. Home / Academia & education Grow with us! The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI) is an international leader in the field of Research & Innovation (R&I) in digital health and digitising social care. We work with you to gather insight , undertake research , co-design and develop collaborative innovations to implement change, generate real impact and attract increased investment and funding into R&I and institutional capabilities. DHI engages with schools, colleges, universities to raise awareness of careers in the digital health and social care sector. We offer Master's Scholarships to support a talent pipeline and nurture future leaders into the sector. 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 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 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 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