Academic Science Networks aim to support innovation and bring together the NHS, academia and SMEs. Andi gives an overview of AHSNs, how they work in London and gives some digital innovation and population health examples.
The Health Research & Education Collaboration Context page has been updated to reflect the current process to designate Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs) in England, including a list of the AHSNs proposed.
Collaboration between Universities and the NHS is fundamental to all aspects of clinical education and research. There are however recent initiatives to develop this further:
AHSCs