About NI-ADAPT

NI-ADAPT will equip researchers to bridge a critical gap between scientific discovery and clinical application. Students will combine disease biology and pharmaceutical science with artificial intelligence, advanced drug delivery, data analytics, regulation and commercialisation, preparing them to work across research, healthcare and industry.

Their research will target four major areas of unmet health need: cancer, infection and antimicrobial resistance, lung disease and vision loss. Students will also have the opportunity to undertake placements with our external partners, and engage with patient groups, gaining direct experience of translating laboratory discoveries into practical solutions.

The programme will connect Northern Ireland’s academic expertise with major regional investments and draw on a network of more than 30 industry, clinical, charitable, patient group and innovation partners.

By developing scientists with advanced digital, translational and commercial skills, NI-ADAPT will address critical workforce shortages, strengthen productivity and help Northern Ireland attract further life-sciences investment. The programme will support the UK Life Sciences Sector Plan by creating the talent needed to move promising discoveries more rapidly towards new treatments, technologies and businesses.