The Living Laboratory Events
Join us at one of our upcoming 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.
Living Lab Seminar: Advancing Healthcare Through Imaging Innovation
Tuesday 17th June
9:15am-1:30pm
Imaging Centre of Excellence (ICE), Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Campus
Join us for the inaugural Living Laboratory seminar, where we will explore the latest advancements in imaging technology and their transformative impact on patient care.
The event will bring together experts from healthcare, industry, and policy to explore cutting-edge innovations, challenges and opportunities in clinical adoption, and strategies to improve accessibility and equity in medical imaging.
What can you expect?
Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest breakthroughs in medical imaging - such as AI-enhanced MRI, CT, PET, and ultrasound - and their transformative impact on early diagnosis and personalised treatment, along with the challenges and opportunities of integrating these innovations into everyday clinical care.
Sessions include expert-led talks and panel discussions on precision medicine, technology implementation, and advancing health equity through accessible imaging solutions. The seminar also features a hands-on workshop focused on patient-centred imaging solutions, along with valuable networking opportunities to foster new collaborations.
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Monthly Webinar Series: Upcoming Events
The Living Lab: Access the Spatial Ecosystem - Enhancing Innovation
Date TBC (Rescheduled)
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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Monthly Webinar Series: Past Events
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.