Spotlight on Early Diagnosis in Greater Manchester

Join us for a special showcase of three pioneering projects from the Health Innovation Accelerator’s Advanced Diagnostics Accelerator (ADA). This half‑day event will shine a spotlight on innovation in screening for lung cancer, liver disease, and Point of care testing for early heart failure, bringing together clinical leaders, researchers, industry partners and voices from our Greater Manchester communities.

Across the region, The ADA is working to rapidly improve diagnosis and treatment for over 2.8 million residents. This event provides a unique opportunity to hear how new technologies, data-driven research, and novel community-centred approaches are transforming early detection and helping tackle health inequalities.

• Gain first-hand insight into three flagship diagnostic innovations
• Hear directly from clinical leaders, researchers, and people with lived experience
• Understand the methods and technologies transforming early detection
• Connect with partners across industry, academia, and the NHS
• Explore opportunities to collaborate or support future phases of work

What to expect:

• Early Detection Innovations - Hear how teams are accelerating diagnosis for major conditions affecting people across Greater Manchester—through new screening models, digital tools and methods designed to identify disease earlier.
• Community Engagement & Inequalities - Learn how we’re working closely with communities—especially those traditionally under‑represented in research—to ensure innovations are accessible, inclusive and shaped by lived experience.
• Industry Collaboration - Discover how partnerships with SMEs, creative agencies and technology experts are supporting cutting‑edge solutions in diagnostics and population health.

Who should attend:

• Health and social care professionals across Greater Manchester
• Commissioners and system leaders
• Delivery partners involved in the Health Innovation Accelerator
• Researchers, academics and industry collaborators
• Community Leaders and community contributors
• GMCA and innovation ecosystem partners
• Individuals with lived experience interested in shaping future services

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Host or Publisher Health Innovation Manchester