Technology translation toolkit
It is widely acknowledged that realising the potential of innovative healthcare technologies for improved outcomes through commercial translation is slow. There is an estimated average time lag of 17 years for the translation of basic research to patient benefit, with the majority of research innovations never bridging that gap.
In collaboration with Translation Manchester we have developed the Pankhurst Health Technology Translation Toolkit, which has been designed to help facilitate the translation of health technologies from research to real-world applications.
To access the toolkit, please visit Pankhurst Health Technology Translation Toolkit.
Wheel of Research Translation Represents the different stages (gears) involved in the translational pipeline and the activities (outer circle) that associate with all stages
What does the toolkit offer?
- Guidance: From conceptualisation to implementation, our translational roadmaps provide a step-by-step overview to help you bridge the gap between research and real-world impact in healthcare. The toolkit provides, amongst other, support with activities related to regulatory compliance, evaluation of healthcare innovation and stakeholder engagement.
- Progress Tracker: Use the progress report tool to monitor your progress against the various stages of the translation pipeline, to ensure you are covering all necessary steps and staying on track throughout the process.
- Case Studies: Learn from real-world examples of successful healthcare technology translation projects, gaining insights into strategies and best practices.
- Resources: Access a wealth of resources (both internal to The University of Manchester and external) to help you streamline the translation process.
- Support Network: Find out about the groups and organisations across The University of Manchester and the Greater Manchester NHS Trusts that facilitate translational research. Explore how their resources and expertise can support you.
About the toolkit, Prof. Alex Frangi, Director of the Christabel Pankhurst Institute, says:
“Translation and innovation are key priorities of the Christabel Pankhurst Institute. This toolkit helps colleagues understand the steps required to bring health technology innovations to real-world application. It offers practical guidance for navigating the translational pathway, while also supporting the institution in evaluating its portfolio of health technology innovations.”
Translation Theme Lead: Dr Claudia Lindner
Dr Lindner is a Sir Henry Dale Fellow and Senior Research Fellow in Translational Medical Imaging at The University of Manchester. Her research interests are in the automated analysis of medical images to study, diagnose and manage musculoskeletal disorders – using methods from computer vision, machine learning and data science.
