Welcome to the November issue of our newsletter.
This month, we highlight Dr Mary Docherty's speech at the Mindset-XR London roadshow event in our latest blog. Dr Docherty, the National Clinical Director for Adult Mental Health for NHS England, urged innovators to stay 'wildly ambitious' and take advantage of the many opportunities to make a meaningful impact in mental health.
For this issue's company spotlight we are delighted to introduce Animorph and their spin-off company, CrossSense. Co-founder Szczepan Orlins shares insights about the two companies and their innovative approaches to supporting individuals with mental health conditions including depression and anxiety.
As always, if you have any comments or suggestions for future newsletters, you can get in touch with the team at hin.mindset@nhs.net.
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In her keynote speech at the recent Mindset-XR London roadshow event, Dr Mary Docherty, the National Clinical Director for Adult Mental Health for NHS England, laid out the challenges facing mental health services in the UK.
She finished with a rallying call to innovators, emphasising the many opportunities to make a meaningful impact in mental health and urging them to stay 'wildly ambitious'.
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The Art of Procurement: Net Zero, Social Value and the NHS System
Wednesday 3 December, 12:00 pm - 13:00 pm. Online.
We're delighted to invite you to our next webinar examining how strategic procurement can achieve net zero and deliver social value.
We will be joined by Terry Brewer (Head of Public Sector Delivery, Social Value Portal) and Amelia James (Environmental Sustainability Lead, Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley), who will explore how every purchasing decision, from local contracts to national supply chains, can become a lever for climate action, community wellbeing and sustainable growth.
Free tickets are now available - book your place now.
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This month our company spotlight is on Animorph and their spin-off company, CrossSense.
CrossSense was successful in receiving Round 3 Mindset-XR funding for its augmented reality (AR) smartglasses application, which use AI to alleviate cognitive impairments and support individuals with mental health conditions including depression and anxiety.
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You can find out more about the Mindset-XR Innovator Support Programme by checking our dedicated webpages.
We have recently added a range of resources from the Mindset-XR regional roadshow events held across the UK, including presentations from the various speakers and innovator showcases.
Elsewhere on the webpage, you'll find every blog we have published since the start of the programme, alongside recordings of our webinars, information on all our partners, the latest news and a range of other useful resources.
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Biomedical Catalyst 2025
UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for a share of up to £25 million from Innovate UK for the development of innovative solutions to address health and healthcare challenges.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 December at 11am, and you can find out more about the requirements and apply here.
The UK-APAC Tech Growth Programme
This government-backed initiative has been set up to help UK tech firms grow in the Asia Pacific region, de-risking and accelerating the sector's growth. The Programme provides support for UK firms to expand in 11 APAC markets: Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and South Korea.
If you are a technology startup or scaleup, headquartered in the UK, and keen to explore opportunities in APAC, look no further.
Find out more here.
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National Intellectual Property (IP) guidance for the NHS
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and NHS England are currently gathering stakeholder feedback on updated IP guidance for the NHS to replace the current 2002 iteration.
The new guidance aims to support the commercialisation of innovation and clarify IP ownership, collaboration and development for NHS organisations, innovators, and partners.
Ahead of the launch, a webinar has been arranged for innovators on Friday 5 December from 12.30pm - 1.30pm, which is designed to help attendees gain a deeper understanding of the guidance and its objectives, as well as provide an opportunities for a Q&A.
You can find more information about the free webinar and register to attend here.
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Funding Focus: Innovation Loans
10am - 11am, Tuesday 2 December, online.
This event from TechUK (and free for members) will take a deeper look at innovation loans and how these subsidised funding mechanisms can be a powerful tool.
Find out more and register here.
Venture Capital Winter Ball
4 Dec 2025, London.
"The most glamorous evening in venture capital" returns.
Expect 40 family offices, 160 investors, and 200 other exceptional guests for an unforgettable black-tie evening with Champagne, fine food, and exceptional music.
This event has sold out every year, so secure your place early.
London Venture Capital Summit
15 May 2026, London
Join Europe’s top venture capital conference for a day of high-level networking, industry-leading talks, and insight into the investment trends shaping 2026 and beyond.
Connect with 60 family offices, 600 investors, and 800 innovators from across the globe and then join an exclusive afterparty and other London Venture Capital Week events.
Host your own event at London VC Week.
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