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AI in Health
Research Network

UNITING EXPERTS TO DRIVE AI HEALTH INNOVATION IN NEW ZEALAND.

The AI in Healths Research Network aims to address urgent health sector needs in New Zealand by fostering collaboration and streamlining research efforts. This initiative responds to the 2023 PMCSA’s AI in Health report, highlighting the necessity for AI digital tools in healthcare.

The AI in Health Research Network is an Associate Network to MedTech-iQ Aotearoa.

OUR PURPOSE

We seek to create an environment that enables experts from their respective fields to come together to share knowledge, collaborate, and develop real-world applications to position New Zealand at the forefront of AI health innovation.

Through a culture of collaboration and co-development, we aim to facilitate the adoption of AI tools in health to develop safe solutions, create much-needed system-wide efficiencies to support a system that is under pressure and a sector that is ripe for innovation.

The network will serve as a platform for academia and industry to take AI R&D from research through to practice by helping streamline and advise on the pathway, and by demonstrating successful project execution that exemplifies best practice.

OUR PURPOSE

ROLE OF RESEARCH NETWORK & PLANNED ACTIONS

The PMCSA’s AI in Health report recommends the establishment of networks to allow stakeholders to discuss relevant issues relating to AI in healthcare delivery (R22).

The objective of the Network will consist of:

Leading the development of principles for good AI health research in Aotearoa that gives effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Building a foundation for world-leading AI in health research in Aotearoa.
Facilitating a pathway for translation of AI research and implementation of AI tools.
Facilitating collaboration and efficient use of expertise and resources across the sector.
Enabling pathways for fit-for-purpose testing of existing and new AI in health innovations.
Supporting the development of strategic relationships and fostering collaboration, sharing of outputs and lessons learned within the research community, government and health sector.

NEWS & EVENTS
OF INTEREST

AI in Health Research Workshop 2025

Date: 27 November 2025 | Time: 8:30-16:00 | Location: Te Pae, Chirstchurch This workshop will showcase the latest AI in health research and explore key considerations for responsible and equitable AI. It will bring together researchers, sector leaders, and healthcare professionals to share insights and solutions. Together, we’ll look ahead to the future potential of AI and how research can drive innovation to improve the health and wellbeing of all New Zealanders.

PAST EVENTS

Health Technology Innovation: Past, Present & Future Collaborations

Date: 6 November 2025 | Time: 2pm - 4pm | Location: University of Auckland This is a networking event hosted by MedTech-IQ in partnership with the University of Auckland. Come along for an afternoon of insights, inspiration, and connection. Even if you are just curious, you’ll walk away with new contacts and insights into funding changes, commercialisation, and translational pathways in HealthTech.