HealthTech Innovator Exchange: From Idea to Impact

​The Event

​Join the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) in Sustainable Innovation at Science Creates, Bristol for a dedicated event designed to help HealthTech innovators, researchers, start‑ups and SMEs unlock the next stage of their development journey. Whether you’re shaping an early concept or preparing for real‑world testing, you’ll gain the practical insights and partnerships needed to accelerate your innovation.

​You’ll also experience how partnering with our HRC can help you develop, test and validate technologies that deliver impact and meet real NHS needs.

​Why Attend

​The event will be an opportunity for you to:

• ​Hear directly from clinicians, academics, researchers and NIHR experts about what successful HealthTech innovation really requires.

• ​Understand how to position your technology for NHS adoption and commercial success.

• ​Explore long-term co‑development opportunities that support meaningful progress.

• ​Get clarity on regulatory, evaluation and research pathways – as well as how to effectively integrate sustainability throughout.

• ​Connect with other innovators, investors and HealthTech leaders.

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​Agenda

​The event will run from 10:00am to 4:00pm and will include:

• ​Keynote sessions: Hear from experts across the NIHR, HRC, NHS and academic partners on innovation pathways, collaboration opportunities and how to succeed in HealthTech.

• ​Innovation arena: Opportunities to pitch or demo your technology to an expert panel and receive constructive, practical feedback to help shape your innovation*.

• ​Interactive workshops: Hands-on themed sessions from navigating the regulatory landscape to how to incorporate sustainability and meaningful patient and public involvement.

• ​Speed mentoring: Book a 1:1 session with our team to discuss specific project needs, challenges and collaboration opportunities.

• ​Information and resources: Learn more about how the NIHR HRC can support you through co-development, real-world evaluation and adoption pathways.

​The final agenda and speaker line‑up will be announced shortly. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

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​Who Should Attend

​This event is for:

• ​HealthTech start-ups and SMEs looking to accelerate their innovation.

• ​Organisations working in or aligned with the HRC’s priority themes: Rehabilitation, Frailty & Dementia; Diagnostics & Biomarkers; Digital Innovation & AI; Sustainable Innovation.

• ​Innovators seeking regulatory, commercial or research pathway guidance.

• ​Companies looking for NHS adoption support.

​Please note: Spaces are limited, and registration approval is required. Priority will be given to invited organisations, innovators aligned with HRC theme areas and those seeking meaningful partnership and long-term collaboration.

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​Venue information

​​The venue address will be sent to approved registered guests via email. Please note that parking is not available on site, except for those with accessibility requirements. The venue is a 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads train station and close to local bus routes on Old Market Street and Temple Way. Should you need to drive, the nearest pay and display car park is at Gardiner Haskins.

​​The venue is fully-accessible with step-free access, gender-neutral private bathrooms and a hearing loop available upon request.

​Please indicate any dietary requirements on the checkout form. If you have a severe allergy, we will do our best to accommodate, but we cannot guarantee that there will be no cross-contamination for items served.

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​Location

​Bristol, England. Please register to see the exact location of this event.

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