AI tools that transcribe clinical notes in real-time and can detect lung cancer from x-rays are among the healthcare innovations showcased at this year’s Glasgow Tech Week.

The SWIFT-lung study, with partners including the University of Glasgow and NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, was showcased at the West of Scotland Innovation Hub’s ‘translation for impact: medtech, data and innovation’ event this week.

The study is exploring how artificial intelligence can support the detection of lung cancer through chest X-rays, helping clinicians identify suspicious findings more quickly and improving opportunities for earlier diagnosis.

Also featured at the event was the growing role for AI-powered ambient voice technologies. The technology has the potential to reduce administrative burdens by automatically generating clinical notes from consultations, allowing healthcare professionals to spend more time focused on patient care.

Dr Katriona Brooksbank, regional head of innovation for the West of Scotland Innovation Hub, which is hosted by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, said: “It was fantastic to bring together so many of our clinical, digital, commercial, academic and government colleagues as part of Glasgow Tech Week and showcase the strength of our innovation ecosystem.

“Healthcare innovation can be complex, involving many different organisations, skills and areas of expertise. Events like this help demonstrate what’s possible when those partners come together and, importantly, provide practical advice and connections for anyone looking to develop the next generation of healthcare solutions.

“Many people are familiar with one part of the innovation landscape, but what the event really highlighted was the depth and breadth of expertise available across our region. From medical devices and data-driven technologies to artificial intelligence and digital health, we are creating opportunities to turn promising ideas into innovations that can benefit patients, support our workforce and strengthen the NHS for the future.”

The event brought together experts from across healthcare, research, government and industry to showcase successful innovation projects and provide practical routes for future collaboration.

Throughout the day, attendees heard from NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde clinicians who have worked alongside the Innovation Hub to develop and evaluate new technologies designed to improve patient care, clinical outcomes and the experience of healthcare staff.

The West of Scotland Innovation Hub supports healthcare innovation across six NHS Boards and works with clinicians, academics, industry partners and health and social care organisations to develop, evaluate and adopt technologies that improve care and service delivery.