The NIHR are looking for innovative technologies with potentially high impact from researchers and clinicians, including those who may not have previously worked with the NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) Programme.

The i4i programme is a translational research funding scheme aimed at de-risking early-to-late stage medical devices, in vitro diagnostic devices and high-impact patient-focused digital health technologies for ultimate use in the NHS or social care settings.

The next i4i Product Development Awards funding call will launch on 10 April 2024 (PDA call 28).

The expected focus of an i4i PDA project is product development towards its eventual clinical application or use in social care and/or the clinical development of a laboratory-validated technology or intervention. Research proposals should address an area of unmet need. Projects must demonstrate a clear pathway towards clinical adoption and commercialisation. Applications will be welcome from innovators at universities, NHS organisations or SMEs from all parts of the United Kingdom.

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The i4i Programme team will host this funding webinar, which will include:

• Introduction to the i4i funding programme
• Eligibility criteria for applications and the application process
• Presentation by an award holder of their experience and outcomes
• Live Q&A