Join us for an exciting event that explores the latest advancements in rehabilitation technology. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, researcher, or simply interested in this field, this showcase is for you! Let’s come together to learn, share ideas, and network with like-minded individuals.

Agenda

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Rehabilitation and Innovation Conference 2026
NIHR HealthTech Research Centre Brain Injury Logo Rehabilitation Technology Showcase Bridging the Gap: From Proof to Practice
11th February 2026 09:30 - 16:30 Friends Meeting House, Euston Road, London
09:30 - 10:00
Registration

Arrival, coffee and networking.

10:00 - 10:05
Welcome
Co-director, NIHR Brain Injury HRC
| Morning Sessions
Session 1: Setting the Scene 10:05 - 11:05

Navigating the pathway from unmet needs and evidence generation to regulatory approval and successful implementation.

Chaired by:

10:05 - 10:25
Reality Check: Living with Brain Injury
Lived Experience Panel:
10:25 - 10:35
Right to Rehab: What happens and where next?

10:35 - 11:05
Pathways, Needs and Requirements
  • 10:35 - 10:45 Care Pathways:
  • 10:45 - 10:55 Regulatory Landscape:
  • 10:55 - 11:05 Implementation Frameworks:
11:05 - 11:25
Keynote Address: NHS Innovations and Entrepreneurs

National Clinical Lead for Innovation, NHS England

11:25 - 11:40 Mid-Morning Break
Session 2: Spotlight on Solutions 11:40 - 13:05

A dynamic showcase of cutting-edge neuro-rehab technologies.

Chaired by:

11:40 - 11:55
NIHR Industry Support

11:55 - 13:05
Technology Showcases

Pitches from selected innovators with Q&A from the floor

13:05 - 14:05 Networking Lunch and Market Place
| Afternoon Sessions
Session 3: Beyond Barriers 14:05 - 15:05

Parallel sessions to identify practical strategies to overcome hurdles.

Chaired by: and

Track 1
Connected Care

Innovations in Community and the Role of Tele-rehabilitation

Chair:

Track 2
Into the Future

Strategies for Tech Implementation

Chair:

Track 3
Prevention to Productivity

Public Health and Return to Work

Chair:

Track 4
The Human Factor

Strengthening Social Care and Workforce

Chair:

14:50 - 15:05
Parallel Sessions: Feedback
Session 4: Horizon Scanning 15:05 - 16:00

Exploring available funding opportunities and providing direct access to representatives via 1-on-1 slots.

Chaired by:

15:05 - 15:40
Funding Programmes

Short Presentations and Panel Discussion

NIHR Innovation Observatory, NIHR Funding Programmes, NIHR i4i Programme, Innovate UK, Rehab HRC, NIHR Academy
15:45 - 16:15
1:1 Sessions

Bookable 5min slots with representatives from

NIHR Research Support Services, NIHR HealthTech Research Centres, NIHR i4i Funding Programme, Innovate UK, HealthTech Enterprise, Health Innovation East
16:10 - 16:30
Event Close

Networking and continuing the discussion