NHS Innovations North

NHS Innovations North is the regional innovation hub for the National Health Service (NHS) in the North East and North Cumbria, managed by the business support organization RTC North. The entity specializes in identifying, protecting, and commercializing intellectual property (IP) generated by healthcare professionals within the NHS. Its core services include IP audit, patenting support, commercialization strategy, and the facilitation of licensing deals or spin-out companies. The organization's portfolio primarily focuses on medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health solutions rather than traditional drug development. By bridging the gap between clinical environments and the commercial market, NHS Innovations North helps transform frontline healthcare ideas into viable products that improve patient care and efficiency.