Grow MedTech Case studies Archives

Researchers at the University of York are developing handheld biosensors capable of delivering real-time blood test results for patients including those suffering from COVID-19 with secondary infections.

Case studies

10 Jun 2020

Using light for accurate diagnosis

Grow MedTech is supporting Dr Yvette Hancock to develop a diagnostic tool capable of working across a range of diseases and in different healthcare settings.

Case studies

10 Mar 2020

Industry and academic experts partner to create new 3D burn imaging device for more effective treatment

University of York’s Prof. Roddy Vann, and industry-partner Sylatech are developing the world’s first technology capable of capturing 3D imaging of burns.

Case studies

10 Mar 2020

Learning the benefits of PPI

Through Translate MedTech, Patrick secured a 12-week secondment to Versus Arthritis, where he developed new expertise in enhancing research with PPI.

Case studies

6 Mar 2020

Gaining insight into medical device development

Dr Ruth Evans, a researcher from Sheffield Hallam University, received Translate Secondment funding to co-develop a diagnostic for sleep apnoea with S-Med.

Case studies

5 Feb 2020

Virtual Physiotherapist could improve stroke recovery

A system developed by researchers at Leeds Beckett University aims to offer a ‘Virtual Physiotherapist’ service to patients recovering from stroke.

Case studies

19 Dec 2019

NPL – supporting the next generation of medical imaging

Oxford-based SME Adaptix has been working to make medical imaging less expensive and portable. Collaboration with NPL helped get this medtech closer to market.

Case studies

31 Oct 2019

Decision tool gets to the heart of the problem

Grow MedTech is funding the development of a digital tool to help patients with heart disease to make more informed decisions about their treatment.

Case studies

30 Jul 2019

A small grant provides substantial support

Our Proof of Market (PoM) grants allow researchers to address crucial, early-stage commercial questions. Coupled with advice and support from our Technology Innovation Managers (TIMS), they enabled one team of researchers at the University of Bradford to take some important first steps.