Events
ZeDTech Webinar (Funding Call Opening)
Webinar: Funding for research to support independent living with dementia
Do you have an idea that could help people living with dementia live more independently?
Join our webinar to learn about new funding for early-stage research in sustainable, low-burden technologies.
What we’re looking for:
Tech solutions for: mobility, everyday living, communication, health monitoring, carer support
Projects co-developed with people with lived experience
Cross-disciplinary proposals led by academic researchers in collaboration with industry
Funding at a glance
£50,000 - £100,000 per feasibility project
Funding at 80% FEC
12 - 24 month projects starting from June 2026
Join the webinar to find out more! Register now
ZeDTech Summit (Launch conference)
About the ZeDTech Summit
The ZeDTech Summit will officially launch the network and bring together people from across the UK, including researchers, tech developers, clinicians, carers, industry, the third sector, and those with lived experience of dementia.
Conference details
Location: The Francis Crick Institute, London King's Cross St Pancras
Date: Monday 9th March 2026
Time: 9.30am - 6.30pm
Outline agenda
Introduction to ZeDTech vision & principles
Presentation of findings from national scoping review & local horizon scanning work
Initial feedback from public & professional surveys & workshops
Launch of funding calls for feasibility research projects
Networking opportunities to foster new connections
Exchange ideas for new research projects
A detailed agenda will be shared in due course.
Please complete this registration form to secure your spot! Spaces are limited.
Upcoming events
Stay connected with the ZeDTech Network through our programme of events. Our events are open to members and bring together researchers, clinicians, industry partners, carers, and people with lived experience of dementia.
Events may include:
Workshops: opportunities to share ideas, co-design technologies, and build collaborations.
Conferences & summits: bringing the community together to present findings and launch new initiatives.
Networking sessions: connecting people across sectors to spark new partnerships.
Training and development opportunities: supporting capability building for researchers, clinicians, and early career professionals.
Check the calendar for upcoming dates and click on each event for more details, including how to register.
Not yet a member? Join the network here.