SBRI Centre of Excellence

26/06/2025

Bowel cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Wales. We know there are new technologies that can make a difference, and this SBRI Centre of Excellence collaboration is evaluating a product that could:

✅ Detect cancer earlier — even before symptoms appear
✅ Reduce the number of unnecessary colonoscopies
✅ Speed up diagnosis for those at highest risk
✅ Encourage more people to take part in screening
✅ Help the NHS use its resources more effectively

It’s a great example of how innovation, clinical research, and cross-sector collaboration can come together to tackle real-world health challenges.
We’re proud to support this work with Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, CanSense, and Department of Health NI — and to help bring life-saving innovation closer to the people who need it most.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Find out more here: http://bit.ly/3G89Iyw

Researchers at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM UHB) have launched a research study that will investigate whether bowel cancer and polyps (abnormal cells that grow inside the body which can turn into cancer) can be identified by a simple blood test.

24/06/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the winners and organisers of the fabulous NHS Wales Sustainability Conference & Awards 2025 at Swansea Building Society Arena last night! So many dedicated teams, all working above and beyond to deliver hashtag across the hashtag in Wales 🥂

🌟Well done to our shortlisted challenge partners e-Breathe, Natural UK Ltd and ELITE Supported Employment 🌟

✨An honourable mention to Natural UK Ltd, for the truly hashtag awards - manufactured with recycled clinical waste from Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, a neat little by-product of the hashtag challenge - amazing! 🤩

24/06/2025

Busy day for the team at the NHS Wales Sustainability Conference & Awards 2025 - an amazing turnout for the conference at Swansea Building Society Arena, full of colleagues and partners who are committed to making sustainable impact in our health and care services. Thanks to everyone who dropped by the stand to chat with the team about how the can provide a crucial partnership in delivering on the huge challenge of delivering net zero in the public sector by 2030 ✅

05/06/2025

🚨 CALLING ALL DESIGN THINKERS & MODULAR MAVERICKS 🚨

We have a challenge—and an opportunity—for architects, industrial designers, and creative problem-solvers:

🎯 Can you design a transportable, patient-friendly space to make healthcare more accessible and personal?

Think privacy, adaptability, ease of transport, and a calming space inspired by nature, for real human care. We're working on a bold initiative to reimagine how and where healthcare happens—especially in communities that need flexible, fast-deployed infrastructure.

Click here to apply:🔗 https://lnkd.in/egDTCQbD

02/06/2025

🌿𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱!🌿

Our Inspired by Nature: Health & Care Spaces SBRI Challenge is still open and now you have more time to apply! 🕒

We’ve extended the application deadline to 17 June 2025, giving you extra time to develop your ideas for innovative, nature-inspired health and care environments.

💡 Funding Available: £50,000 (inc. VAT) per Phase 1 Feasibility project
📅 New Deadline: 17 June 2025
🎥 Missed the Briefing Event? Watch the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnfD5SpwxFc
🔗Click here for more information on how to apply: https://sbri.simplydo.co.uk/challenges/681238f366b74cc6c4354600?utm-link=682314b4ec5c0300367a3199

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of health and care spaces with nature at the heart of design. 🌱

09/05/2025

🚀 Exciting news! We’re thrilled to launch the Phase 1 Feasibility Challenge, inviting bold, innovative ideas to reimagine Health & Care spaces within communities.

We’re seeking visionary concepts that:
🌱 Draw inspiration from nature
💡 Prioritise individual needs
🏥 Transform the experience of health and care environments

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of community-centered care—where design, wellbeing, and inclusivity meet.

We can’t wait to see your creative solutions! ✨

Click here for more information: 🔗https://lnkd.in/egDTCQbD

04/12/2024

♻️ Innovating Together for a Sustainable Future ♻️

We’re proud to share the incredible work of the Feedcycle Project, a collaboration between us, Pulse Plastics Ltd Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board & funding by SBRI Centre of Excellence , this project transforms nhs.uk plastics into reusable products for businesses locally, nationally, & internationally, including the nhs.uk itself.

Together, we’re creating solutions that reduce waste, promote sustainability, & build a greener future for all. ♻️

13/06/2024

📣 SUCCESS!🌟

We are thrilled to share that our North Wales Small Business Conference held earlier this week was a resounding success!👏

The event took place in the beautiful Prichard Jones Hall at Bangor University and you could definitely feel the hum of excitement throughout the day, which was filled with insightful sessions, exceptional speakers and vibrant networking opportunities🤝

A massive thank you to all our attendees, speakers and exhibitors for making it a truly unforgettable event, thoroughly enjoyed by all. A special thank you also has to go to our host for the day, the wonderful Sian Lloyd for keeping everything on track!

If you weren't able to join us, or if you were and would like more information about all of our speakers and exhibitors, please check out our Online Conference Brochure 🔗 https://go.fsb.org.uk/3VCfQTx

Plans are already in motion for next year's conference so we look forward to seeing you again in 2025!



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13/06/2024

SBRI Centre of Excellence works with Public Sector bodies to identify and resolve unmet needs and challenges within health. They do this by running competitions inviting industry to develop innovative and exciting solutions to improve the health and wellbeing of those living in Wales.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿⠀
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Our work with SBRI allowed them to deliver significant game-changing innovation with real social impact.🙌⠀
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Learn more about how we helped here...⠀
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02/01/2024

⭐ Exciting Opportunity Alert ⭐

Are you passionate about driving innovation and managing impactful programmes? Join Our Team as a Programme Manager at the SBRI Centre of Excellence. 🚀

Apply now and be a key player in shaping the future of Innovation 🌐

http://jobs.bcu.wales.nhs.uk/ #!/job/v5907603

20/12/2023

🙏🎄Thank you to everyone we've had the pleasure of working with this year, your collaboration and support have been invaluable! Wishing you all a Merry Christmas filled with joy, laughter and festive cheer! 🌟🎁

05/12/2023

🌟 Exciting Opportunity! 🚀 Join the NHS Wales SBRI Centre as a Centre Support Officer and play a key role in driving innovation in healthcare. Located in Cardiff or Wrexham, be part of a dynamic team making a difference. Apply now: https://bit.ly/46J2UOY