The NHS is opening a national artificial intelligence lab (AI) to boost medical research and patient care.
The AI lab is intended to bring together academics, specialists and technology companies to solve some of the biggest challenges faced by the NHS.
For example, the lab could help develop tools for better early cancer detection, new dementia treatments and more personalised care.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the technology could make the NHS a more predictive, preventive and personalised health and care service.
“I am determined to bring the benefits of technology to patients and staff, so the impact of our NHS Long Term Plan and this immediate, multi-million-pound cash injection are felt by all, It’s part of our mission to make the NHS the best it can be.”
The lab will form part of a new organisation called NHSX, which will lead the digitisation of the health and care system in the UK, and work in partnership with Accelerated Access Collaborative.
