Our strategy, Powering the Future of Health and Care innovation, outlines a clear vision to reduce health inequalities and drive inclusive economic growth by unlocking the full potential of innovation.
As a bridge between the NHS, academia, industry and care systems, it aims to connect regional needs with scalable solutions that improve lives and strengthen local systems.
The strategy focuses on five ambitions:
- accelerating adoption of proven innovations
- supporting co-development
- improving system readiness
- shaping national impact through regional insight
- driving growth through advanced technologies
These priorities align with the national Health Innovation Network’s shift towards prevention, community-based care and the use of digital and data to transform health outcomes.
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Powering the Future of Health and Care Innovation: our strategy 2026-2030 Read more
Powering the Future of Health and Care Innovation sets out our strategy until 2030.
Summary report: Establishing a Health and Care Quantum Innovation Centre Read more
This feasibility study, commissioned by UK Science and Technology Network and National Health Service England (NHSE) and conducted by Health Innovation North West Coast (HINWC), explores the potential use cases and understanding of quantum computing within the UK’s health and social care system.
Full report: Establishing a Health and Care Quantum Innovation Centre Read more
This document is a feasibility study, commissioned by UK Science and Technology Network and National Health Service England (NHSE) and conducted by Health Innovation North West Coast (HINWC) to explore current understanding of and potential use cases for quantum computing within the UK's health and social care system.