School of Medicine - Population and digital health research theme

Using data, informatics and digital tools to improve health at scale

We combine clinical expertise, data science and large-scale population resources to create digital solutions that improve prevention, treatment and health system performance.

For more than 20 years, Dundee has led the UK in health informatics.

Research sub-themes

Precision Public Health
Early Diagnostics / Prevention
Decentralised Clinical Trials

What we work on

Using real-world data to understand disease patterns
Designing digital tools that support patients and clinicians
Developing early-detection approaches for major diseases
Running decentralised and hybrid clinical trials
Using AI, linkage and secure data platforms to advance research
Creating digital innovations tested within Tayside’s unique clinical environment

Infrastructure and partnerships