Martin Curley , Professor of Innovation at Maynooth University , explains how harnessing the power of disruptive technologies could revolutionise healthcare
MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY
Martin Curley , Professor of Innovation at Maynooth University , explains how harnessing the power of disruptive technologies could revolutionise healthcare
Healthcare systems around the world are currently facing mountainous pressures . From aging populations , to rising costs and workforce shortages , millions of patients are awaiting treatment .
Spending in the Republic of Ireland ’ s healthcare sector alone has increased by € 8 billion ( US $ 8.3bn ) in recent years , yet composite output gains achieved are a paltry 3.5 % and waiting lists continue to grow . With these factors in mind , universities have emerged as vital innovation hubs to enact transformation . Their position outside traditional healthcare hierarchies , combined with academic freedom and research capabilities , enables them to envisage and experiment with new delivery models .
These institutions ultimately work to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical implementation , with their ability to test solutions in real-world settings .
Maynooth University ’ s Innovation Value Institute exemplifies this approach . A Guided Digital Health Open Collaborative Ecosystem ( OCE ) led by Professor Martin Curley , is a systematic collaborative effort to re-imagine and reshape healthcare through technology and a new innovation methodology , Open Innovation 2.0 .
94 February 2025