Tomorrow’s Healthcare Today: Leeds Research and Innovation Conference 2026
Hosted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust/ In partnership with Health Innovation Leeds.
Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026
Venue: University of Leeds Exhibition Centre and Nexus
Register for tickets here (NHS and academic delegates) Register for tickets here (industry delegates)When it comes to health innovation, Leeds is making a real difference – and this conference is your chance to be part of it.
Leeds is one of the UK’s leading centres for research delivery and healthtech. Across the city, teams from the NHS, universities, industry and communities are working together to develop new treatments, test new ideas and improve care for patients.
Tomorrow’s Healthcare Today brings this work together in one place. The conference showcases the strength of collaboration across Leeds and highlights how research and innovation are helping shape better healthcare for the future.
Hosted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and delivered in partnership with Health Innovation Leeds, the event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops and a large research showcase. It’s an opportunity to learn from others, share ideas and make connections that could lead to future collaborations.
A city with a strong track record in research
Leeds benefits from around £40 million of NIHR infrastructure, supporting a wide range of research that is helping improve treatments and services for patients. This includes work exploring personalised cancer vaccines, digital technologies and new approaches to managing long-term conditions.
This research is made possible through strong partnerships across the city, bringing together clinical expertise, academic insight and innovation.
Building on the success of 2025
Last year’s conference welcomed around 400 attendees, including health and care professionals, researchers, academics and partners from across the region. With more than 70 speakers and over 60 research posters, the event created valuable opportunities to learn, collaborate and get involved in research and innovation.
This year’s conference will build on that success, bringing even more people together to share ideas and highlight the impact of research taking place across Leeds.
Who should attend?
This event is open to anyone interested in research and innovation in health and care, including:
- NHS clinical and operational staff
- Researchers and academics
- NIHR colleagues
- Innovators and industry partners
- NHS partner organisations
- Regional stakeholders and third sector organisations
You do not need previous research experience to attend – the conference is designed to be inclusive, informative and relevant to a wide range of roles.
Event details
Date: 15 July 2026
Venue: University of Leeds Exhibition Centre and Nexus
Join us to hear about the latest developments, meet colleagues from across the city and explore how we can continue working together to improve care for patients.
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