This engaging session will feature presentations from two experts in the healthcare innovation landscape: Dr Ross Cagan, Regius Professor of Precision Medicine at the University of Glasgow, and Dr Ruth McLaughlin, Programme Director of the Living Laboratory.

They will explore how the Living Laboratory programme is strengthening Glasgow’s position as a global leader in healthcare innovation and the significant benefits this is expected to deliver locally.

The webinar will conclude with a Q&A session to provide a platform for you to ask questions and gain valuable insights.

Dr Ross Cagan
Dr Ross Cagan currently holds the positions of Regius Professor of Precision Medicine and Royal Society Wohl Fellow at the University of Glasgow, where he also serves as the Scientific Director of the Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre.

Dr Cagan's laboratory has been at the forefront of developing complex, whole-animal models for studying cancer and genetic diseases, contributing to the approval of the first FDA-approved treatment for Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma. He also led the Center for Personalized Cancer Therapeutics team, which developed a personalised fly-to-bedside, open label clinical trial for thyroid and colorectal cancer patients.

As a leading expert in personalised treatment, Dr Cagan serves as the Academic Lead of the Living Laboratory programme. He is integral to the large-scale effort to develop a thriving healthcare innovation ecosystem in Glasgow, focusing on expanding the city’s existing leadership and infrastructure in precision medicine.

Dr Ruth McLaughlin
Dr Ruth McLaughlin is Programme Director for the Living Laboratory and has a strong track record in life sciences innovation, with experience across both industry and academia. She has been key in advancing the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences' industry engagement efforts, including the development of the award-winning Clinical Innovation Zone and the delivery of multi-stakeholder initiatives to translate research into practical applications.

Ruth played a vital role in securing £60 million in funding for the Living Laboratory programme, which is dedicated to strengthening Glasgow’s position as a leader in healthcare innovation. She was also instrumental in establishing the Lighthouse Laboratory, one of the UK's largest COVID-19 testing facilities.

Her work continues to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, driving economic and social impact through the integration of clinical innovation projects centred around the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital (QEUH) and the development of a thriving healthcare innovation cluster.

What is the Living Laboratory programme?
The Living Laboratory is a programme that is dedicated to strengthening Glasgow’s position as a leader in healthcare innovation. By working in partnership with researchers, industry, clinicians and the public, we support the creation, refinement, and clinical evaluation of groundbreaking healthcare solutions that will transform patient outcomes.

By fostering a vibrant, collaborative ecosystem, the Living Laboratory is attracting businesses to Glasgow and fuelling the growth of local companies. This expanding industry cluster is creating new job opportunities, enhancing skills and driving local economic growth in Govan and Glasgow.

What can you expect from our monthly webinar series?
Our monthly webinar series will feature a diverse lineup of speakers from various disciplines, each sharing their expertise around healthcare innovation and the benefits that a thriving healthcare innovation ecosystem can deliver.

You can expect engaging presentations covering a wide range of topics, including innovative solutions to healthcare challenges and their impact on the NHS, practical advice for healthcare innovators and startups, strategies for fostering meaningful community engagement, and much more. Each webinar will conclude with a Q&A session, providing a platform for you to ask questions and gain valuable insights.

This webinar will be held via Zoom.

The Living Lab: Building Healthcare Innovation and Impact