The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards celebrate the partnerships between business, third sector, and public sector organisations and academia. Now in its 11th year, this flagship event recognises and rewards exceptional collaborations that deliver economic, environmental and social benefits for Scotland.

Winning a Scottish Knowledge Exchange Award is more than recognition, it shines a spotlight on collaboration, demonstrates real impact, and raises the profile of those driving innovation across business, academia, and their partners.

The deadline for the Research & Innovation in Digital Health and Social Care category for The Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards has been extended until 5pm on Friday 16^th January.

Research & Innovation in Digital Health and Social Care

In Partnership with The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre (DHI)

Celebrates digitally enabled knowledge exchange projects that have made a significant positive impact on health and social care.

Download the application form.

Key dates:

• Shortlist announcement – 11^th February 2026
• Awards ceremony – 19^th March 2026, MacRobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling

Sponsorship

Explore the sponsorship opportunities to showcase your support for innovation, boost your visibility, and celebrate the success of Scotland’s thriving business-academic community. Find out more here.

Interface, who organise the awards, are funded by the Scottish Funding Council and are hosted by Edinburgh Innovations Ltd.