The Living Laboratory Events
Join one of our events to explore the healthcare innovation landscape and discover how our unique collaborative ecosystem is driving innovation and accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
In addition to our own initiatives, we’re delighted to showcase events hosted by valued partners, providing even more opportunities to network and gain insights.
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The Living Lab: Healthcare Innovation Symposium
Wednesday 5 November, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Queen Elizabeth Teaching and Learning Centre, 1345 Govan Rd Glasgow G51 4TF
Join us for a full day designed to equip delegates with the insights, strategies, and connections needed to transform pioneering ideas into impactful healthcare solutions - delivering real-world value within the NHS and on a global stage.
What can you expect?
The programme will feature expert-led sessions on how to shape, position, and scale healthcare innovations for maximum adoption and success. Interactive panels will delve into real-world challenges, opportunities, and success stories, offering valuable insights and practical takeaways.
What’s more, inspiring keynote speakers will share their experiences and perspectives on how healthcare can be transformed through groundbreaking ideas and collaborative innovation.
We’re also excited to bring back our poster competition, showcasing cutting-edge research from early career researchers at the forefront of digital health, AI, precision medicine, and more - opening doors for potential collaboration and partnership.
Full details, including the programme, speakers, and poster competition will be announced soon.
DHVL Evidence Generation Bootcamp
DHVL Evidence Generation Bootcamp
1st-2nd October 2025, One A The Square, Glasgow
Building on the success of its inaugural bootcamp last year, the Digital Health Validation Lab is proud to host the second edition on Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd of October. This two-day, hands-on event is designed for HealthTech innovators who are ready to accelerate their solutions and drive real-world impact.
The bootcamp provides a practical framework to help you confidently navigate the complexities of evidence generation and build a clear, actionable strategy aligned with your innovation and route to market. This is an incredibly valuable opportunity for HealthTech startups, SMEs, innovation leads, and researchers ready to turn a great healthcare solution into a scalable success.
2025 Life Sciences Partnerships Day
Life Sciences Partnerships Day
1st October 2025, ARC, 11 Chapel Lane, Glasgow
The College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow is excited to announce our Life Sciences Partnerships Day – an event designed to celebrate existing partnerships, foster new collaborations, and spark conversations between life science researchers, industry, funders, and other external organisations.
We welcome delegates with interests in life science from across the university, industry, and other external organisations. Whether you're looking to explore new collaborations, deepen existing ones, or simply network, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate together.
Accelerating Precision Medicine in Scotland (Innovate UK Event)
Accelerating Precision Medicine in Scotland
17th September 2025, Queen Elizabeth Teaching and Learning Centre
Innovate UK, in collaboration with the Living Laboratory, invites you to a one-day event dedicated to driving forward the adoption and impact of precision medicine in Scotland.
Join leaders and innovators from across the Scottish precision medicine landscape for a programme that includes:
- A panel discussion with experts on the future of precision medicine in Scotland and beyond
- Informative talks on regulatory and adoption pathways, data access challenges, and real-world implementation
- An interactive breakout session designed to spark collaboration and knowledge exchange
- Ample networking opportunities throughout the day
Living Lab Webinar Series: Upcoming Events
The Living Lab: Access the Spatial Ecosystem - Enhancing Innovation
Wednesday 20th August, 12pm-1pm, Via Zoom
Presented by Professor Nigel Jamieson
Join us for this insightful session exploring how the Living Laboratory connects academics, industry, and healthcare partners to the University of Glasgow's growing spatial ecosystem. Rather than focusing on the science behind spatial transcriptomics, we’ll highlight real-world applications, collaborative opportunities, and how this technology is accelerating innovation across sectors.
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Living Lab Webinar Series: Past Events
6. Building Capacity for Clinical Innovation: Insights from DHVL Fellows
Presented by Dr Claire Higgs-McCallum, Dr Dervla Carroll and Dr Sean Duncan
This webinar invited Clinical Innovation Fellows from the Digital Health Validation Lab to discuss how the role placed them at the heart of pioneering innovation projects. They explore their involvement in the design, management, and delivery of clinical evaluations - spanning everything from AI-enabled diagnostics to next-generation digital therapeutics.
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5. Commercialising Living Lab Projects – MR CoilTech Case Study
Presented by Russell Overend from MR CoilTech
This webinar explored MR CoilTech's approach to MedTech commercialisation as one of the few companies to successfully commercialise its medical technology without relying on external investment.
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4. The Living Lab: Glasgow - Primed to take on the Golden Triangle?
Presented by Mark Hanna from Kadans Science Partner
This webinar explored Kadans Science Partner’s perspective as a European owner, investor, developer, and manager on why they have chosen to invest in Glasgow, discussing why the city stands out as a strategic hub for innovation and growth.
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3. The Living Lab: West of Scotland Safe Haven, Advancing Research via Patient Data
Presented by Dr Charlie Mayor, Safe Haven Manager
This webinar explored West of Scotland Safe Haven, a collaboration between NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and the University of Glasgow Robertson Centre for Biostatistics. The service is one of four regional Secure Data Environments in Scotland, offering access to real-world patient data via a Five Safes-compliant analytics platform.
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2. The Living Lab: The Rise of the Glasgow Riverside Innovation District
Presented by Dr Susie Mitchell
This webinar explored the University of Glasgow's Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID) programme, an ambitious partnership with Scottish Enterprise and Glasgow City Council. Dr Mitchell discussed GRID and its progress to date in driving innovation and fostering a vibrant ecosystem of businesses, researchers, and industries.
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1. The Living Lab: Building Healthcare Innovation and Impact
Presented by Professor Ross Cagan and Dr Ruth McLaughlin
This webinar explored how the Living Laboratory programme is strengthening Glasgow’s position as a global leader in healthcare innovation and the significant benefits this is expected to deliver locally.
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