DataLoch: Enabling Data-Driven Innovation
DataLoch provides secure access to linked health and social care data through a partnership between the University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian. Supporting research, innovation and service improvement, DataLoch enables organisations to access valuable data resources through a carefully governed process that prioritises public benefit, transparency and trust.

ACCORD
The Academic and Clinical Central Office for Research and Development (ACCORD) is a partnership between the University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian Health Board. NHS Lothian has an excellent international reputation for its clinical research activities, while Edinburgh University is Scotland’s top-ranked research institution and one of the UK’s leading research universities.
Chief Scientist Office (CSO)
CSO is part of the Scottish Government Health Directorates. Their vision is to support and increase the level of high-quality health research conducted in Scotland. This is for the health and financial benefits of our population so that Scotland is recognised globally as a ‘come to place’ for health science.


InnoScot Health
InnoScot Health has been working in partnership with NHS Scotland for 20 years to inspire, accelerate, and commercialise impactful healthcare innovations. Working with staff across a range of roles and medical specialties, they have formed seven spin-out companies and brought a range of medical devices, products and technologies to market.






