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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

📢 Two PhD studentships! A Foresight & Horizon Scanning Approach to Environmental Sustainability in Medical Technologies: www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate... Embedding Implementation Science within Horizon Scanning to Enable Adoption-Ready Technologies: www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate... Deadline 12 August!

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

📢Showcase Events Explore how horizon scanning can help prepare the health and care system for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Join in London or Newcastle, secure your place now 👉 www.eventbrite.com/cc/nihr-inno... @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social #horizonscanning

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We’ve been listening to children & sharing what happens when we do that properly. Take a look at our animation produced by Yellow Mouse Studios Ltd and our blog👇 📝https://io.nihr.ac.uk/news/listening-deeply-involving-children-in-shaping-the-future-of-health-and-care/ youtu.be/rsZSccJkTgo?...

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We talk a lot about insight in health and care. About evidence, engagement, and the future. But what if the real experts have been in the room all along? We'll be sharing more over the next few days... 👀 @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Listening first can change how innovation is identified. Today we’re launching our animation on how neurodivergent young leaders helped shape a horizon scan exploring digital tools for wellbeing. Watch here🎥 youtu.be/WSuijvzgC-k?... @nihr.bsky.social @Leaders Unlocked Animation: Mike Choo

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

📢 Full programme live! We’re excited to share the CORE Information Retrieval Forum programme – designed for the information community! 📅Thurs 29 Jan 26 |📍 Newcastle upon Tyne |🎟️ Free to attend 👉 Explore full programme: virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/event/75841/... 👉Register: core2026.oa-event.com

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

📄 New Article Published Our latest article, “Development of the Kunonga framework for operationalising approaches to health inequality and/or inequity evidence syntheses”, is now published in BMC journals. 📄 Read the article: ow.ly/eXeo50XZwgp @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

📘 New report published: Emerging applications of quantum computing technology in healthcare Read full report: ow.ly/pf5F50XVvNU @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social #QuantumComputing #HealthcareInnovation

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

🎓 Newcastle University CPD: Horizon Scanning for Medicinal Products – March 2026 Ideal for professionals in health research, policy, regulation & life sciences who want to anticipate future medicines & their impact. More info👉 ow.ly/O0Rc50XxouR @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

#FFHSC A great start with a delicious lunch & lively networking & our opening keynote from Prof Dawn Craig, Director. 5 fantastic oral presentations exploring how we bridge the gap between horizon scanning, foresight, futures thinking & real-world adoption of innovation. & this is only Day 1… 🚀

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

⏰ ONE DAY to go! We’re ready to open the doors to the Futures, Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference 2025 at The Catalyst in #NewcastleuponTyne tomorrow. Find out more about the conference here👉 nihr.oa-event.com #FFHSC25 #FFHSC @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

⭐DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL 30th November⭐ Submit an abstract (oral, poster or workshop) under one of our key themes: 👉Research & Impact 👉Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies 👉Funding & Collaboration 👉Careers & Professional Development 👉Networking All information here👉 ow.ly/eZNp50WYaRl

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

⏳LAST TICKETS LEFT On 19-20 Nov, we’ll welcome delegates from across the world to the Futures, Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference With the theme Equity, Ethics & Inclusivity, we'll explore how foresight & evidence can shape a more responsible future for healthcare. Book now: nihr.oa-event.com

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

The announcement from DHSC marks an important step forward in tackling inequalities for women across England Our horizon scanning continues to inform research, innovation & policy decisions that can make a difference to women’s health Take a look at our outputs👉 ow.ly/P9LW50Xhvb6 @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

🧠 #WorldMentalHealthDay 🧠 We are committed to identifying & assessing emerging innovations that could transform how we diagnose & treat mental health conditions. 🔍 A Horizon Scan of Neurotechnology Innovations👉 ow.ly/P6bK50X9EIa 💊 Subcutaneous olanzapine for schizophrenia 👉 ow.ly/Atvl50X9EI9

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Prof Sarah Cunningham-Burley, Chair of Nuffield Council on Bioethics will talk at the #FFHSC25 Her keynote: 'Put ethics first to create equitable & inclusive health futures' will explore how research does not operate in a social & ethical vacuum Info here 👉 ow.ly/HwFT50X1myh @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

🔊Futures Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference 2025 📅19–20 November 📍The Catalyst, Newcastle & Online This hybrid event will bring together experts in foresight, futures thinking & horizon scanning to explore how these tools can inform better health decisions. 🎟️ Register👉 nihr.oa-event.com/home

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

🗣️MEET OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKERS ⭐Prof Sarah Cunningham-Burley, Chair of Nuffield Council on Bioethics ⭐Will Moy, Chief Executive of The Campbell Collaboration ⭐Chris Taylor, Sustainability Lead UKI at Philips Healthcare Tickets here👉 ow.ly/HwFT50X1myh @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

⭐Meet our Keynotes 🙌Julie Glanville: A leading information retrieval specialist with over 30 years’ experience 🙌Miriam Albers: Head of ZB MED Library & expert in strategic library management, open access & academic publishing More info ➡️ ow.ly/eZNp50WYaRl @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

📢 New publication alert “Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Evidence Synthesis: Insights From the CORE Information Retrieval Forum 2025,” is live on Wiley 👉 ow.ly/2f9o50X032z Don’t miss the next chapter: CORE 2026 – open for registrations & abstract submissions! 👉 ow.ly/xhJQ50X032y

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

⭐Registration & Call for Abstracts Open The CORE Information Retrieval Forum 26 returns on Thurs 29 Jan 26 at The Catalyst, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK! This FREE in-person event connects information professionals across disciplines sharing knowledge, research & experience Info here➡️ ow.ly/eZNp50WYaRl

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

🤝Shaping a More Equitable Future in Health and Care: FINAL CALL FOR ABSTRACTS!🤝 Our Director, Prof Dawn Craig has shared some thoughts on why you should submit an abstract ahead of the closing date. Take a look at Dawn's full article👉 ow.ly/B0Wm50WY6m8 @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

💻Introducing IOPrompts: a new community-driven repository of prompt frameworks💻 We need your help to grow it: 👉 Explore the site: ioprompts.nihrio.com 👉 Watch the quick tutorial (menu → Tutorials) 👉 Contribute your favourite prompt frameworks @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

🔊DEADLINE LOOMING The DEADLINE for Abstracts for the Futures Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference is THIS FRIDAY 19th Sep! Be part of the line up & have your work published ONLINE on The German Medical Science portal! All info here👉 nihr.oa-event.com @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

📰New Publication Alert We've had a chapter published in the 'Management of Fecal Incontinence for the Advanced Practice Nurse' book titled, 'Scanning the Horizon for Patient Needs and New Technologies for Fecal Incontinence.' 👉https://ow.ly/e48E50WVc6k @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

📢 New publication alert! Our rapid scoping review explores frameworks for patient and public involvement (PPI) in health and social care research. Read the full article in Health Expectations via Wiley Online Library👉 ow.ly/2tx850WUvpx @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

🚨Emerging Point-of-Care Testing in Genomics Exploring the development pipeline of genomic POCTs designed to identify variations in the genome & epigenome, supporting diagnosis, prognosis & treatment decisions across clinical areas👉 ow.ly/UB2R50WQcvo @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

⭐£22M NIHR investment to strengthen UK health & life sciences innovation We are delighted that @nihr-io.bsky.social at @newcastleuni.bsky.social has been awarded £22M by @nihr.bsky.social to continue research identifying emerging medicines, diagnostics, devices & digital tech 👉 ow.ly/ooyc50WPtFj

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

🔊Futures Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference 2025 📅 19–20 November 📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle & Online We've just sent out a dedicated e-newsletter to our 900+ subscribers! You can find out about keynote speakers, themes, competitions & more👉 ow.ly/fumK50WGyEr More info here 👉 ow.ly/yAJy50WGyEq

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

📢 New publication alert A new scoping review we've just published asks a critical question: Are we doing enough to anticipate & address inequality & inequity in emerging health technologies before they’re embedded in health systems? Find out more🔗 doi.org/10.1080/2994... @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

🔊CALL FOR ABSTRACTS Central theme:Equity, Ethics & Inclusivity, 3 sub-themes: ⭐Advancing Horizon Scanning, Foresight & Futures Methodologies ⭐Emerging Disruptors ⭐Insight to Implementation 🎟️Be part of the line-up. Info here👉 nihr.oa-event.com @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

🎥 Missed one of our Talking Point Tuesdays? Catch up on our past events for health & life science SMEs on our YouTube channel👉 ow.ly/I3JS50WzpWe 💬 If you attended any of the sessions complete our short questionnaire & help shape what comes next👉 ow.ly/7OUZ50WzpWc @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

We are thrilled to welcome Prof Sarah Cunningham-Burley to the #FFHSC25! With our central theme of #Equity, #Ethics & #Inclusivity, Sarah will explore how they should be embedded into foresight, research & decision-making practices. Tickets here👉 nihr.oa-event.com @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

We’re proud to be part of Health Data Research UK's Black Internship Programme, in partnership with The 10,000 Interns Foundation Welcome Muhinyia Ndegwa, who is spending the summer with our team! Find out more 👉https://ow.ly/Leh150WwF8Q #BlackInternProg #BlackInternProg #10000BlackInterns

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

📄Just published 'A Horizon Scan of Neurotechnology Innovations' This scan identifies 81 neurotechnologies in development & those approved by the FDA as of June 2024. Read the full report here🔗 ow.ly/VqtK50WuPHA @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

🙌EXCITING NEWS Our Director, Prof Dawn Craig has been invited to collaborate with Orin Chisholm & his brilliant team of experts on an important project exploring the "Establishment of #horizonscanning of new #medical & #health #technologies in #Australia" 👉 www.nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/new...

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Say hello to Kieran McDonough, Software Developer👋 With a Master’s in Computer Science & a background in financial compliance software, Kieran now brings his expertise to health research & innovation Learn more here👉 io.nihr.ac.uk/news/in-the-... @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Sonia Garcia Gonzalez-Moral has made her MedTech Horizon Scanning Methods Framework (MIST) available on Open Science Network to support horizon scanning for innovative medical devices, diagnostics & digital applications in healthcare👉 osf.io/bqzu7/ @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

🙌Talking Point Tuesdays🙌 📅 Tuesday 15 July|🕘9:00–12:00| Hybrid Join us for a morning of insightful discussion with expert keynote speakers. Learn about the different types of Horizon Scans that are going on around the world! Register👉 ow.ly/BrAN50WfVzZ @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

🔬💡 Life Sciences spotlighted in UK’s new Industrial Strategy #Lifesciences positioned as a key high-growth sector, with bold ambitions to become a top-three global life sciences economy by 2035. 📄 Read our full response here 👉 ow.ly/jhbV50WiaFA @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

🔍 Call for Abstracts Futures Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference 2025 📅 19–20 Nov | 📍 Newcastle & Online Submit a presentation, lightning talk, poster or workshop! More informatiobn here👉 ow.ly/xsZa50WflQT #FFHSC25 #HorizonScanning @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

🙌Talking Point Tuesday: Horizon Scanning: Globally 📅Tues 15 July | 🕘9:00–12:00 |🚶Hybrid Hear about our position as a world leading #horizonscanning centre & how you can access our data Register now👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/9506985740... @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

🔍 Futures Foresight & Horizon Scanning Conference 2025 📅 19–20 Nov | 📍 Newcastle & Online 🎟️ Tickets on sale 📢 Abstract submissions open Join experts exploring our central theme of Equity, Ethics & Inclusivity 👉 ow.ly/xsZa50WflQT #FFHSC25 #HorizonScanning @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Team members, Jen, Katie & Sherilyn joined the #BigPitch2025 on 19 June at Central Hall Westminster Inspiring keynotes, bold ideas & standout pitches all highlighted the power of collaboration across health & life sciences @england.nhs.uk @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

This morning we hosted our Talking Point Tuesday event, Public, Patient & Inclusivity for #health&lifescience #SMES! Thanks to our brilliant speakers for their expertise! Next one is 15th July where we'll explore #globalhealth Book now👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/9506985740... @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

🎤Team practice for our event at #TechNExt25 NEXT WEEK! We are ready & raring to go🙌 Get your spot booked for 'What’s next for health? Game Changing Tech on the Horizon!' 📅18 June|16:10–17:00📍The Catalyst, Newcastle Register now👉 ow.ly/9aJj50VJwqn @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

🙌 Take a look at our Industry Video ow.ly/NZ8J50VzNeh Attend our Talking Point Tuesday events in-person or online to find out how you can use our resources for your business! Public, Patient Involvement & Inclusivity' is on 17th June👉 ow.ly/b0BQ50W6aPr @newcastleuni.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Innovation Observatory @nihr-io.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

⭐We are very excited to be hosting a session as part of the Data & AI Festival Hub at #TechNExt25! What’s next for health? Game Changing Tech on the Horizon! 📅 18 June | 16:10–17:00 📍 TED Theatre, The Catalyst, Newcastle Register now👉 ow.ly/9aJj50VJwqn @nihr.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social

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