Harriet Smith

Yorkshire & Humber Academic Health Science Network

The Yorkshire & Humber Academic Health Science Network (YHAHSN) is one of 15 Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs) in England. We have a broad set of programmes which focus on achieving the following objectives: 1) Contribute to improving population health across the Yorkshire and Humber region. 2) Support service improvement, transformation and delivery of new models of healthcare. 3) Generate regional and national economic growth by creating strong partnerships between the NHS, HEI and industry. We achieve our goals by connecting the NHS, Higher Education Institutions and Industry to accelerate the process of innovation and facilitate the adoption and spread of innovative ideas and technologies at pace and scale. We operate as a catalyst and facilitator of change across the region, with a clear focus on improving outcomes for patients.