Scotland to pioneer healthcare technology

Experts at Strathclyde University and the Institute for System Level Integration (iSLI) claim that Scotland is in a good position to pioneer the next generation of global healthcare technologies.

The message comes as academics and businesses in the engineering, science and medical sectors are invited to attend an event next week to identify opportunities for the development of technologies such as wireless sensors for health monitoring and telecommunications for remote diagnosis. 

The event has been organised by the university alongside Strathclyde Institute of Medical Devices (SIMD), ISLI, the Wellness and Health Innovation initiative and Strathclyde Links.

Prof Patricia Connolly of the Strathclyde Institute of Medical Devices at Strathclyde University, said: ‘The need for new technologies to tackle healthcare problems and improve preventative medicine has never been greater.

‘With an ageing population, new devices are needed to help people manage existing medical problems at home and prevent new illnesses from occurring. The rise of home blood pressure and glucose monitors is an example of how people can monitor their own health to ensure early detection and prevent potentially life-threatening conditions developing.'