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Health Innovation Hub Ireland Launches Calls for Innovation

Press Release | Posted on: 27 September, 2016

Call for Projects 2016

Health Innovation Hub Ireland is now seeking applications under two Calls

(1) Innovation Into Healthcare Call 2016

Health Innovation Hub Ireland is seeking project proposals from companies or entities whose innovative products or services are, at a minimum, at pre-commercial, demonstration or late development phase and have the potential to significantly impact healthcare.

Applications may be submitted to either the Focussed Call – for innovations that address an HSE identified priority area (see Application Form) or to the Open Call- for innovations that address ANY healthcare need.

(2) Innovation Out of Healthcare Call 2016

Health Innovation Hub Ireland is seeking concepts or ideas that address a healthcare need from individuals or teams involved in healthcare delivery.

Applications may be submitted to either the Focussed Call – for innovations that address an HSE identified priority area (see Application Form) or to the Open Call- for innovations that address ANY healthcare need.

Assessment Criteria:

As a guideline, all projects will be assessed against a number of broad criteria including:

  • Potential cost saving associated with the proposed innovation
  • Fit with the reform agenda of the healthcare system
  • Potential impact on the healthcare system
  • Potential relevance/impact of the proposed project on company growth in Ireland (for Innovation INTO Healthcare Projects)
  • Commercialisation readiness
  • Market potential
  • Export potential of the proposed innovation

Please download the Briefing Document and Application Forms here.

Contact info@hih.ie for more information.