Science & Research
Built on research.
Advancing through validation.
A scientifically grounded framework, developed with academic partners and now progressing through active development and validation.
In partnership with research, innovation and healthcare
Scientific foundation
Where the measurement framework came from.
Cognitive HealthTech’s framework grew from research exploring how subtle changes in cognitive functioning could be measured more objectively over time.
The original manually applied framework contained approximately 120 behavioural indicators, informed by literature review and clinically relevant cognitive measures. The current AI-enabled framework focuses on more than 40 indicators selected for AI-supported analysis.
The cognitive framework
Six interconnected domains.
One broader picture of cognition.
functioning
Cognitive domains are interconnected. Changes in behaviour may relate to more than one aspect of cognitive functioning.
Our research journey
From scientific foundation to real-world validation.
- Established
- Active
01
Research Foundation
Literature review and early cognitive framework development.
02
Framework Development
Behavioural indicators and cognitive-domain structure refined.
03
Academic Collaboration
Research and development progressed through collaboration with academic partners.
04
Data & Algorithm Development
Real-world data used to support AI and algorithm development.
05
Clinical Validation
Next-stage clinical validation activity being prepared and progressed.
06
Regulatory Pathway
Governance, clinical safety and future medical-device requirements being addressed as development progresses.
Academic & research collaboration
Built through collaboration.
Cognitive HealthTech has developed through collaboration with academic, innovation and healthcare communities, each contributing a distinct area of expertise.
University relationships
University of Sheffield
Research origin & framework development
The original research and measurement-framework work originated through research associated with the University of Sheffield.
Northumbria University
UKRI-supported research & data collaboration
Northumbria University supported work associated with collection of real-world cognitive-health data used in algorithm development.
Newcastle University
Data visualisation & product experience
Current work includes support around how algorithm-generated data is visualised and presented through the product experience.
What partners say
Trusted by clinicians, researchers and innovators.
“CHT's platform addresses a critical unmet need in dementia diagnostics. HI NENC is committed to supporting innovations that shorten time to diagnosis, reduce health inequalities and deliver scalable impact across the NHS.”
Dr Stephen Lynn · 1 of 4
Validation
Validation is a journey, not a badge.
01
Technical Validation
Algorithm and product development continue using real-world data and iterative testing.
Active
02
Clinical Validation
Formal clinical validation of the AI-enabled platform is being prepared with healthcare and research partners.
Next stage
03
Real-World Validation
CHT is working with healthcare organisations to prepare future evaluation and pilot activity.
Healthcare engagement underway
Responsible AI & governance
Responsible development by design.
Behavioural and cognitive information is deeply personal. CHT is not intended to operate as hidden surveillance: analysis is designed around consent and everyday interaction.
Consent
Individuals should understand and control how their information is used.
Privacy
Cognitive and behavioural data requires careful handling and appropriate safeguards.
Transparency
AI-supported insight should be explainable and used within an appropriate human context.
Human Oversight
CHT is being developed to support clinical judgement, not replace it.
Governance status
Clinical safety
Progressing alongside MVP completion
Data protection
Safeguards appropriate to health data
Cybersecurity
Cyber Essentials planned
DTAC
Substantially progressed
Regulatory pathway
Early stage
Formal approvals and certifications will be stated only when achieved.
Collaborate with us
Better evidence is built together.
We welcome conversations with researchers, healthcare organisations and partners interested in advancing the evidence behind more personal approaches to cognitive health.