New network to develop tech that can enhance the physical capabilities of people with dementia
Heriot-Watt, the University of Strathclyde, and Age Scotland are leading a new network focusing on how technology can enhance the social, mental, and physical capacities…
New research to create tech to help dementia patients manage memory loss and communication
People with dementia are set to benefit from UK Government-backed research designed to help them live more independently in their own homes. Four new research…
£1 million funding for innovative assistive technologies that will benefit the Tayside region
A Tayside health initiative has launched a search for medical technologies that could bring healthcare closer to communities and reduce health inequalities. Tay Health Tech…
Clever adjustable bathroom and kitchen solutions chosen to feature in the National Robotarium
Bathroom by Pressalit at the National Robotarium at Heriot-Watt University Demonstrating how assistive technologies can transform lives, advanced solutions from manufacturer Pressalit have been chosen…
Upcoming webinar to deep dive into medical devices with thought-provoking case studies
InnoScot Health and Heriot-Watt University are hosting a joint presentation explaining the classification of medical devices and related regulations to a range of organisations. The…
New partnership to fast-track innovation in assistive technologies
Professor Marc Desmulliez, manager of the MDMC and Heriot-Watt University (left) and Graham Watson, Executive Chair of InnoScot Health (right). A partnership between Heriot-Watt University…
Memory recollection AI project hopes to integrate into wider health, education, domestic and care settings
Researchers at the National Robotarium, hosted by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh, are developing an artificial intelligence (AI) companion that will aid memory…
New device set to boost confidence of thousands living with stoma bags and ease pressure on NHS
A new device is set to “revolutionise” the lives of thousands living with stoma bags as well as save the NHS considerable time and expense…
EXCLUSIVE: Academic collaboration can help people live more independently
Colin Foskett, Head of Innovation at Blackwood Homes & Care Colin Foskett, Head of Innovation at Blackwood Homes & Care, shares how his company is…
National Robotarium partners with Leuchie House to trial assisted living technologies
The National Robotarium, delivered by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Edinburgh, has partnered with Leuchie House to trial technologies that could help people with…