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UK announces over £52 million for five health research hubs
UK Research and Innovation announced over £52 million for five health technology research hubs on 5 November 2026. The programme focuses on prevention and early diagnosis.
UKRI says partners will add £37.5 million in cash and in-kind support. Projects cover brain and heart health, respiratory infections and eye analysis, including artificial intelligence tools.
On 6 November, the University of Exeter said BRAINIAC would involve 11 universities and ten NHS sites over six years. The first clinics are expected in 2029. The programme will develop and test tools; these announcements establish no new clinical effectiveness.