Publications & Reports
Explore the latest reports, insight papers and other publications from the CHI-Zone and our partners.
Our publications bring together practical learning, research findings and real-world perspectives from across health, care and technology innovation. From immersive technologies and digital transformation to workforce challenges and evidence generation, these resources are designed to support organisations developing and adopting impactful solutions.
Whether you are a HealthTech innovator, care provider, NHS organisation, researcher or policymaker, our reports provide actionable insights grounded in collaboration with industry, academia and frontline services.
Legal and Regulatory Mapping of Medical Devices
A practical overview of the UK legal and regulatory landscape for medical devices and digital health technologies, including AI and software as a medical device. Written by Hill Dickinson LLP and Medilink North of England, it covers classification, compliance requirements and NHS deployment, with guidance on DTAC and real-world adoption.
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The report was published on May 8, 2026
Discovering Our Digital Potential
A collaborative report outlining the barriers and opportunities care and support providers in the Liverpool City Region face in seeking to make good use of data and new technology. Created as part of our Adult Social Care Testbed, the report sets out how data, technology and digital skills could empower adult social care providers and support organisations.
XR Reality Health Market Assessment & Deep Dive Report
We have commissioned this UK-wide landscape mapping study, exploring the role of XR in healthcare. This study examines the breadth of XR adoption across the NHS, universities and industry, and benchmarks the UK’s competitive standing globally.
Created by the XR Health Alliance, in partnership with NIHR MindTech, the report utilises AI and an interactive map to support exploration of the findings.
Prototyping XR Solutions in Mental Health
A series of reports exploring the role of extended reality technologies in mental health services, including the wider XR healthcare landscape, the Liverpool City Region ecosystem and priority areas for future prototype development. Developed by Holovis, in collaboration with XR specialists and NHS partners to support practical innovation and adoption.
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Report A: An XR Landscape Review
Report B: Liverpool City Region’s XR Ecosystem
Report C: Towards a Prototype Selection Framework