Innovation Events - Health Innovation South East Scotland

Date: Tuesday 18th February 2025, 18.30 – 20.30

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

As well as the Digital Health and Care Conference, Holyrood will be hosting the Digital Health and Care Awards on 18th February 2025. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the achievements of those working within the digital health, care, and housing sectors, so if you know of any inspiring individuals or organisations, nominate now!

The awards categories for 2025 are as follows:
· Data Driven Innovation Award
· Technology Enabled Independent Living Award
· Industry Collaboration Award
· Digital Health and Care Team Award
· Digital Inclusion Award
· Digital Service Transformation Award
· Digital Leader Award

Nominations will close on Monday 6th January 2025 at 23.59 and the shortlist will be announced on Monday 20 January 2025.

Date and Time: 18 – 19 February 2025, 9.30 – 15.00

Location: Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Event Info:

Holyrood’s flagship Digital Health and Care conference returns to Dynamic Earth on 18 and 19 February 2025

Digital technology continues to be at the heart of efforts to support the recovery of our health and social care system following the pandemic, and respond to future challenges.

Bringing together representatives from across the public and third sectors with those working in industry, Holyrood’s annual Digital Health and Care conference will consider the latest policy developments and technological advancements.

Through a range of panel sessions, masterclasses and keynote addresses, delegates will have the opportunity to engage in discussions around remote monitoring, e-prescribing, AI and cyber security.

It provides a platform to collaborate and share learnings as we look to drive innovation and speed up implementation of technology within the health and social care space.

We are pleased to have developed the agenda with input from our advisory group:

– Jonathan Cameron, Deputy Director for Digital Health and Care at the Scottish Government

– Professor George Crooks, Chief Executive of the Digital Health and Care Innovation Centre

– Alyson Scurfield, Chief Executive of TSA

– Karen Hedge, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Scottish Care

Date and Time: Wednesday 19th November 2025, 08:00 – 17:00

Location: Edinburgh International Conference Centre

Event Info:

Welcome to Scotland’s largest digital transformation summit for public sector policy and technology leaders.

Featuring over 70 speakers, 100 exhibitors and 1,200 delegates, Digital Scotland is the premier event for digital leaders and innovators dedicated to enhancing government services through technology.

In 2025, the conference will tap into the public tech zeitgeist – covering the latest from the global GovTech movement, digital ID, cloud services, payments, AI, IoT and Cybersecurity.

Digital Scotland is the meeting place where government ministers interact with technology upstarts and disruptors engaged and motivated by the goal of creating world-class digital experiences for citizens of the future. Be part of the conversation.

Learning objectives:

Understand the strategic direction for government digital policy and programmes.
Hear how GovTech leaders from across the UK ‘home nations’ are pursuing technology-led transformation of government services.
Experience best-in-class technology projects from across an array of public services, from healthcare to social services, local government, environment and justice
Learn playbook approaches to tech implementation from experienced public-sector technology leaders.
Attend industry masterclasses spanning user-centred design, data, AI, cloud, cybersecurity and IoT

Date and Time: Tuesday 11th March 2025, 08:30 – 16:30

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

Digital is increasingly becoming the means for healthcare delivery, globally. Systems are adapting to seismic tech disruptions, which make it possible for all patients, carers and families to benefit – from electronic healthcare records to e-prescribing, remote management and AI.

Featuring domestic and international expertise, Health & Care Transformation showcases the transformative impact of digital technology and data across Scotland’s NHS and social care sector, bringing together tech and policy leaders with industry and academia in a ‘triple helix’ effect – unlocking the innovation and collaboration required to bring AI, machine learning, telehealth, and integrated care systems increasingly to Scotland’s healthcare frontline.

Date and Time: Tuesday, 11th March 2025, 08:30 – 16:30

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

FutureScot Health & Care Transformation 2025 will take place on 11th March 2025 at the University of Strathclyde, Technology of Innovation Centre in Glasgow.

Featuring domestic and international expertise, the event will showcase the transformative impact of digital technology and data across Scotland’s NHS and social care sector, bringing together tech and policy leaders with industry and academia in a ‘triple helix’ effect – unlocking the innovation and collaboration required to bring AI, machine learning, telehealth, and integrated care systems increasingly to Scotland’s healthcare frontline.

Date and Time: Thursday, 13th March 2025

Location: Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh, 09:30 – 16:30

Event Info:

Holyrood Connect’s annual Public Sector Data Summit will return to Edinburgh on 13 March 2025.

The use of data and AI across the public sector is on the increase. It is crucial that we understand how to maximise their potential to help us make informed decisions and improve public services.

Through a variety of session formats, including keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions and masterclasses, you will hear valuable insights on making the most of your data, how to store it securely, and how to address concerns around AI and ethics.

Public Sector Data Summit 2025 will also feature an exhibition, providing an opportunity for you to explore relevant solutions for your organisation.

The event is free-to-attend for those working in the public or third sectors.

Date and Time: Thursday, 12th June 2025

Location: Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh, 09:30 – 16:30

Event Info:

Holyrood Connect’s annual Digital Transformation event for the Scottish public sector is returning to Edinburgh for another year.

This conference will be a premier opportunity for delegates to reflect on where Scotland’s public sector is on its transformation journey.

Through a variety of session formats, including keynote addresses, panel discussions and interactive masterclasses, the event will provide real-life examples of digital transformation within the public sector for you to learn from. You will gain insight into:

• The future of Scotland’s public services

• Real-life examples of public sector digital transformation

• Modernising services to enhance the citizen experience

• The importance of AI, regulation and transparency

• Infrastructure and Procurement

The conference will also feature an exhibition, providing an opportunity for you to explore relevant solutions for your organisation.

Date and Time: 15-16 October 2025

Location: Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW

Event Info:

Next year’s hybrid conference will feature world-class keynote speakers and opportunities to share your science through submitted talks and posters. With leading exhibitors and a variety of networking events, this is an event to add to your calendar now. We expect to open registration in February 2025 with full details of tickets and prices. You can download the ‘Save the Date’ calendar hold and find out more here.

Why you should join us
Health Data Research UK’s annual conference will be a two-day, hybrid event to celebrate progress and bring people together to accelerate the trustworthy use of health data for public benefit. This is an event dedicated to celebrating how health data science can improve people’s lives.

What to expect
The UK is in a unique position to realise the potential of health data, thanks to the NHS and its cradle-to-grave records for a population of over 65 million people. The last few years have demonstrated the enormous power of data to advance medical knowledge and deliver radical improvements to people’s lives. But there is much more that can be done through large-scale data, advanced analytics and innovative developments in data governance.

Health Data Research UK’s annual conference will be a two-day, hybrid event to celebrate this progress and allow us to come together and continue to build momentum in the health data research revolution.

How to attend
The conference will be hosted in person in Glasgow, UK, or you can join online and access all the sessions as live streams.

Date and Time: Thursday 8th May 2025, 08:30 – 16:30

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

Government services are being redefined in the digital age. Legacy systems are increasingly being decommissioned, with scalable, flexible and secure cloud computing platforms providing the backbone delivering citizen services online. Coupled with new ways of managing and serving data, and the advent of mass-market AI, the move to intelligent automation and the eventual adoption of custom AI agents is very much on the horizon for public services.

Transforming Public Services – Cloud, Data & AI is a conference tailor made for public sector tech and policy leaders looking to tap into the latest on how these cutting-edge IT systems are reshaping the backbone of public services in the era of Web 3.0. Showcasing the latest in cloud technologies, data techniques and meaningful discussions on harnessing AI in ways that are trustworthy, ethical, and inclusive, the event is a must-attend for public technology leaders looking to ride the crest of the next wave of tech disruption – and improve the online experiences for their organisations and citizens alike.

Date and Time: Tuesday 7th October 2025, 08:30 – 16:30

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

Stimulating local tech ecosystems has never been more critical. With flagship national programmes designed to widen the funnel for startups and scale-up tech companies, Futurescot’s Glasgow Tech Ecosystem conference brings together industry, government, and academic expertise poised to turn that ambition into a reality.

As we move into the critical delivery phase for Glasgow’s digital economy, local and national government funders will join with the regional agencies whose job it is to support and strengthen the tech sector and, of course, the tech companies looking to transform industries old and new across the Glasgow City Region.

By bringing together all the key players, Futurescot will help supercharge the tech ecosystem in 2025, setting the stage for a future where tech drives societal and economic growth for all.

Date and Time: Monday 9th June 2025, 08:30 – 16:30

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

Make sure to put the date in your diary for Scotland’s key networking and educational event for those who work in and with NHS Scotland. More information on the Event will follow in the New Year.

To ensure you receive all the latest information on the NHS Scotland Event, visit the Events home page and sign up for all the latest news and announcements.

You can also keep up with what’s happening at the NHS Scotland Event 2025 on X @NHSScotEvents #nhsscot25 and please show your support in reposting as we head towards the Event.

Date and Time: Wednesday 14th May 2025, 18:00

Location: W Hotel and John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh

Event Info:

Hosted by the University of Edinburgh, EIE25 presents the leading spinouts, startups, and scaleups from Scotland’s top universities, all focused on tackling global challenges.

Working with key ecosystem partners, we’ll also showcase startups and scaleups at the forefront of Scottish tech innovation.

Gain valuable insights into emerging technologies and connect with pioneering companies shaping the future.

Date and Time: Thursday 13th March 2025, 12:00

Location: Cambridge Suite, DoubleTree Hilton Glasgow Central, Glasgow

Event Info:

For 25 years, Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards Dinner has highlighted Scotland’s ever-expanding footprint in Life Sciences.
This event continues to celebrate the continued economic growth, medical research, and innovative contributions of the Life Sciences industry.

This year, with a conference, the event will provide a platform for discussing research and development, finance & investment, regulatory reform to streamline approval processes, and collaboration between public and private sectors. These factors are central to the economic growth and healthcare improvements both in Scotland and globally via exports.

InnoScot Health’s Head of Regulatory Affairs, Elaine Gemmell will deliver a keynote session during the conference.

Date and Time: Friday 17th January 2025

Location: University of Strathclyde, Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow

Event Info:

This free course will run in a hybrid form on 17th January 2025. Online will be through Teams, while in-person will run at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh EH14 4AS (room: EMG.83).

Understanding of the medical device regulatory affairs in a given country is an absolute necessity for companies wishing to commercialise their products.

Although there are many similarities in the regulation of medical devices in the UK, Europe and the USA, there are also some significant differences.

The aim of the workshop is to provide an overview of medical device regulation in the USA (FDA) and, using real-life examples, discuss what a manufacturer should consider when determining the strategy regarding entry into the US market for a new medical device. A basic introduction of what a medical device is in the UK and the process required to regulate it in the UK and Europe will be given as a counterpoint to regulation in the USA.

Elaine Gemmell, Head of Regulatory Affairs at InnoScot Health, will present the session ‘Overview of FDA Regulation of Medical Devices’.

Date and Time: Wednesday 19th March 2025

Location: Edinburgh Futures Institute

Event Info:

The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards celebrates the partnerships between business, third sector, and public sector organisations and academia.

Now in its 10th anniversary year, this annual event recognises and rewards exceptional collaborations that deliver economic, environmental and social benefits for Scotland.

This year’s awards are the largest yet, with 10 categories designed to showcase the very best of knowledge exchange.

Date and Time: Friday 24th January 2025, 10:00 – 14:30

Location: Golden Jubilee National Hospital, G81 4DY

Event Info:

The ability to work and collaborate successfully across sectors is hugely beneficial in health and life science research and innovation, and forms a key driver of the Academy of Medical Sciences Scotland Cross-Sector Hub, recently launched in Scotland.

To drive engagement across the sector, we invite you to join the Cross-Sector Hub launch event on 24 January 2025 at Golden Jubilee National Hospital. The event will bring researchers, innovators, health professionals, regulators, policymakers, patients and the public together, and provide an opportunity for attendees to exchange knowledge, expertise and insight across organisations and sectors within life sciences, and beyond.

The event offers attendees:

Strategic networking opportunities with leaders in life sciences research and innovation
Scope to identify and engage with potential collaborators from diverse professional backgrounds
In-depth insights into the life sciences industry and entrepreneurship in Scotland
A collaborative environment designed to spark innovative solutions and cross-sector partnership

Date and Time: 4th-6th June 2025, 08:15 – 17:00

Location: The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Nicolson Street, Edinburgh EH8 9DW

Event Info:

Prepare to be inspired at the 2025 Triennial and ICOSET Conference, where some of the brightest minds in surgery will converge to explore “A World of Innovation” in the beautiful city of Edinburgh. This prestigious event, hosted by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), offers an unmatched opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in the surgical and dental fields. The conference will bring together professionals from across disciplines, from medical students to Consultants, providing a collaborative space to examine cutting-edge technology, pioneering techniques, and forward-thinking strategies that will shape the future of surgical excellence.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh—a city renowned for its rich history, cultural landmarks, and vibrant atmosphere—attendees will have the chance to explore the iconic RCSEd campus and its acclaimed Surgeons’ Hall Museums. Immerse yourself in centuries of surgical history while gaining fresh perspectives on modern innovations.

In addition to education, this conference is about connection. You’ll have the unique opportunity to engage with fellow educators, surgical teams, and members of the RCSEd family. The event fosters collegiality and fellowship, promoting meaningful networking and discussions that will strengthen your professional relationships and inspire future collaborations.

Join us for an unforgettable experience where education meets community, and where innovation, resilience, and teamwork take centre stage in shaping the next chapter of surgical care.

Date and Time: 19th-21st May 2025

Location: Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow G1 1RD

Event Info:

The MIE congresses (Medical Informatics Europe) have been organised by the national members and EFMI with up to more than 1000 participants. The concept includes peer-reviewed presentations according to the type of paper as oral or poster presentation. Workshops and tutorials prepared or supported by EFMI working groups are an essential part of EFMI MIE conferences.

Conference Tracks include (but are not limited to):

Learning health systems
Education
Data science and visualization
Information systems
Human factors, social and organisational issues
Computable knowledge and decision support
AI, automation and robotics in healthcare
Natural language processing and generation
Personal health records and mHealth
Population health
Precision care
One Health, One Digital Health and Climate Changes

Date and Time: Thursday, 22nd May 2025, 09:00 -16:05

Location: John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh

Event Info:

The theme of this year’s conference is ‘The Evolving Landscape of Clinical Research in NHS Lothian’. The day will feature a range of presentations and discussions with over 10 inspiring and influential speakers. We have developed an exciting programme to showcase the value and future of R&D in Scotland, the value of working with industry, some Lothian-led clinical research projects and a number of oral presentations following abstract submissions.

Registration and abstract submissions are now being accepted. Register now

Abstract submission:

NHS Lothian’s Research and Development Conference 2025 provides an excellent forum to showcase exemplar clinical research studies that have been supported by NHS Lothian. Abstracts are now invited for oral and poster presentations at the NHS Lothian R&D Conference 2025. The only criteria are that projects MUST have been led by a local investigator undertaken in NHS Lothian.

The Submission deadline is Sunday 16 March 2025.

Submit your abstract. Please read the ‘Abstract submission guidance’ before submitting your application. The NHS Lothian R&D Conference Committee will review all abstracts and successful abstract authors will be notified by email in early April 2025.

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Holyrood Annual Digital Health and Care Awards 2025

Digital Health and Care Scotland 2025

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Health & Care Transformation 2025

Health & Care Transformation 2025

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Cloud, Data & AI – Transforming Public Services 2025

Digital Glasgow 2025

Save the Date for the NHS Scotland Event 2025!

EIE25: Scotland's Tech Investor Showcase

Scotland’s Life Sciences Conference and Awards Dinner 2025

FDA Regulations on Medical Devices: How to Penetrate the US Market

The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards

Scottish Cross-Sector Hub Launch Event

Triennial and ICOSET Conference 2025

Medical Informatics Europe 2025

NHS Lothian R&D Conference 2025