An exoskeleton for a person with impaired mobility, apps and wearables that can monitor an individual’s health, or the use of outpatient data to improve patient care. Such new technologies in the healthcare sector are the subject of the latest research report from the School of Health Professions. By highlighting various projects from the occupational therapy, midwifery, physiotherapy, health sciences and nursing research units, the report shows how new technologies are being applied in a meaningful manner, as well as the risks that they entail.

The research units are making an important contribution with these projects to fact-based discussions on the use of new technologies in the healthcare sector. As in many other areas, discussions on the opportunities and risks of technological advances are often emotional, which is why a rational approach is required so as to apply these advances in an efficient manner that benefits society.

In addition to its special focus on new technologies in the healthcare sector, the report also provides readers with an overview of the five research units and other current projects.