Developing an AI-Assisted Tool That Identifies Patients With Multimorbidity and Complex Polypharmacy to Improve the Process of Medication Reviews: Qualitative Interview and Focus Group Study Background: Structured medication reviews (SMRs) are an essential component of medication optimization, especially for patients with multimorbidity and polypharmacy. However, the process remains chall...

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October in review.
From the HIN Polypharmacy Symposium, to HDR UK, the Youth AI Summit, and the LCR AI Summit - it's been a month of rich conversations, shared learning and future-shaping ideas.
Grateful for every voice that's helping shape inclusive, ethical innovation in health. #PPIE #AIForGood

Grateful to everyone who took part. Yesterday reinforced the value of involving young people now just as future users, but as co-designers of responsible AI. Their voices will shape how DynAIRx evolves. #YouthAI #HealthData #PPIE

Glossary co-creation in action. We invited young people to suggest terms and definitions for our Data and AI glossary. Their contributions were clear, creative, and inclusive - helping us to build a resource that's genuinely accessible.

Social media as a data source? We asked whether platforms like Reddit or Instagram could help surface side effect signals. The group debated privacy, consent, and credibility - reminding us that technical innovation must be matched with ethical clarity.

Can AI help predict medication harm? Young participants shared their views on how data could be used to flag risks earlier - raising qustions about fairness, transparency, and trust. Their reflections will help shape how DynAIRx communicates risk and value.

Last week, we attended the @civicdatacoop.bsky.social Youth AI Summit, where 14-18 year olds came to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping society. Their perspectives were sharp, curious, and refreshingly grounded in real world experience. Here's what we covered...

Taking it forward. I'm back with new ideas, renewed focus, and a few action points for out team. Thanks to everyone who shared, challenged, and inspired. Let's keep the momentum going. #HDRUK #HealthData

Collaboration was everywhere. From public involvement to cross-institutional partnerships, the emphasis on co-creation and shared learning was clear. It was great to hear how others are navigating similar challenges - and to contribute our own reflections.

AI in healthcare is gaining momentum - but thoughtful implementation is key. Discussions around real world data and ethical deployment reaffirmed the importance of context-aware, inclusive design. DynAIRx felt timely and well-received.

Back from last week's energising few days at #HDRUK - grateful for the chance to connect with colleagues across the sector and share insights from the DynAIRx project. Here's a quick reflection on what stood out. @civicdatacoop.bsky.social

A group of people seated around a large conference table in a modern meeting room. A woman stands at the front, leading a discussion. The room has white walls, exposed ceiling panels, and large windows letting in natural light. Participants are engaged, with notebooks and drinks in front of them.

Two people hold up a large, colourful fabric banner during a workshop. The banner features illustrations and phrases like “DATA FOR GOOD” and “COMMUNITY DATA PAIR CHARTER,” highlighting civic engagement and ethical data use. Attendees are seated around tables with notebooks and drinks.

Workshop participants sit around a rectangular table in a bright meeting room with a green accent wall. The table is covered with colourful sticky notes, papers, and drinks. People are actively listening and taking notes, suggesting a collaborative and reflective session.

A group of people gathered around a conference table in a modern meeting room. One person stands near a whiteboard, leading the discussion. The room features large windows and a wall-mounted monitor. Participants are engaged, with notebooks and drinks on the table.

Thank you to everyone who joined our #WorldMentalHealthDay event this afternoon. From thoughtful conversations to shared moments of reflection, it was a powerful reminder of the value of care and connection. @m-ricresearch.bsky.social @livunichil.bsky.social

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay - a reminder to pause, breathe, and prioritise your wellbeing!
DynAIRx and @m-ricresearch.bsky.social are hosting a WMHD event this afternoon to explore how digital tools can support mental health. Keep up with conversation here! #WMHD2025 @livunichil.bsky.social

Erin shared how DynAIRx ensures meaningful co-production in health data innovation using "You said, we did" forms - used to help teams reflect and respond to public advisor feedback. A simple tool but powerful for accountability and trust. #InclusiveInnovation #PPIE #HealthData

The pre-conference workshop was a highlight of the conference, we welcomed more attendees than we expected and had a brilliant mix of civil service, academic, and lived experience voices in the room. #PublicEngagement #CivicInnovation

Last month, Dr Erin McCloskey joined @adr-uk.bsky.social conference in Cardiff to present a workshop "Beyond the Numbers: Amplifying Public and Patient Impact with Administrative Data" alongside colleagues from @civicdatacoop.bsky.social and @m-ricresearch.bsky.social. #DataForGood #Co-production

Promotional poster introducing Matin Ahmed, Data Scientist Research Associate on DynAIRx Work Package 5. Features university logos, a professional photo of Matin, and a description of his role developing digital tools for safer prescribing. Design includes bold “Meet the Team” header and branded colour scheme.

Meet Matin Ahmed, WP5 data scientist shaping safer prescribing through AI. Building dashboards & knowledge tools with clinicians & public contributors to ensure evidence-based, patient-centred care. #AIinHealthcare #SaferPrescribing #DigitalHealth #MeetTheTeam

Here with Lauren Walker at the #PolypharmacyProgramme Symposium. Ready for a day of learning, sharing, and connecting around safer prescribing. #HINconference #MedicinesOptimisation

Promotional poster featuring Professor Lauren Walker, Professor of Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics at the University of Liverpool. She stands in front of a blurred background. The design includes blue and orange branding, with logos for the University of Liverpool and DynAIRx. Text highlights her expertise in medicines optimisation, pharmacogenomics, and data analysis, and her role as Co-Principal Investigator of DynAIRx.

Meet Professor Lauren Walker, Co‑PI of DynAIRx! A clinical pharmacology expert and honorary consultant, she uses AI to optimise prescribing for those with complex conditions. She’s transforming patient care and pioneering safer, smarter medicine. #ClinicalPharmacology #AIinHealthcare

“People with multiple long-term conditions and their carers want equitable care, not equal care.” — Public Advisor, DynAIRx.

A powerful reminder that fairness means meeting people where they are, not treating everyone the same. #HealthEquity #PPIE #MLTCs

Informational poster introducing Dr. Maurice O’Connell, Research Associate at the University of Manchester and DynAIRx. The right side features his professional portrait against a background of blue and orange circular patterns. Logos for the University of Liverpool and DynAIRx appear at the top, with NIHR and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust logos at the bottom. Text highlights Maurice’s work in developing causal inference models to uncover patterns in healthcare data, supporting safer prescribing for people with multiple long-term conditions and polypharmacy.

Meet Dr Maurice O'Connell @mauriceoconnell.bsky.social, research associate in statistics @manchester.ac.uk. Maurice bring deep expertise in causal inference, machine learning, counterfactual prediction and decision theory to DynAIRx - helping us understand what works, for whom, and why. #Statistics

A display booth for DynAIRx featuring a large banner with a circular infographic describing AI tools for clinical decision-making. On the table are laminated sheets titled “DynAIRx is a Puzzle” and “HOW LLMs Work,” alongside puzzle pieces, comic-style illustrations, and brochures.

A woman seated at a table between banners for MRIC and DynAIRx. The table includes visual aids like puzzle pieces labeled “Data,” “AI,” “Clinical,” and “Patient,” plus colourful jigsaw puzzles and informational materials. The setting is bright and welcoming, designed for public engagement.

Saturday's Lightbulb Moments at @victoriagallery.bsky.social was a hit! Families explored AI through Erin's "Puzzled by Large Language Modelling" stand. Great chats about DynAIRx and @m-ricresearch.bsky.social. @livuniengagehls.bsky.social. @livunichil.bsky.social #LightbulbMoments #Engagement #PPIE

Professional profile poster introducing Dr. Aseel Abuzour as Senior Research Fellow for DynAIRx. Features University of Liverpool and DynAIRx logos, with a blue geometric background. Text highlights her pharmacy expertise, focus on medication safety, and commitment to person-centred care for people with multiple long-term conditions.

Meet Aseel - Senior Research Fellow and qualitative researcher. Her work spans prescribing safety, deprescribing, and digital health tools. Aseel's insights help shape inclusive, evidence-based innovation in medicines optimisation. #ECR @aseel-abuzour.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

In Liverpool this weekend? Visit Lightbulb Moments at @victoriagallery.bsky.social . Erin's stand - "Puzzled by Large Language Modelling" - explores AI in health. Hosted by @livuniengagehls.bsky.social and proudly partnered with @m-ricresearch.bsky.social. @livunichil.bsky.social #LightbulbMoments

A promotional poster introducing Dr Erin McCloskey, a patient and public involvement researcher with DynAIRx and the University of Liverpool. Erin stands beside a research display. The poster features blue and orange accents, with logos for both institutions and a brief bio highlighting her expertise in grief research and peer support.

Meet Dr Erin McCloskey, our brilliant PPIE researcher at DynAIRx. Erin ensures patient and public voices shape everything we do - with empathy, insight and lived experience at the core. #MeetTheTeam #PPIE #AIForGood #ParticipatoryResearch @livunichil.bsky.social

This research supports better decision-making by capturing uncertainty in treatment pathways—advancing inclusive, data-driven care. #PolicyImpact #AIinHealth #ECR

Maurice’s work helps reflect real lives in health data—modelling treatment changes & drop-out with tools that embrace uncertainty. #AI4Good #HealthInnovation #InclusiveResearch

Striking a balance: parametric clarity + semi-parametric flexibility. Tackling censoring & intercurrent events and exploring novel methods beyond current software. #ClinicalBiostats #MedStats #ECR

Just back from #ISCB46, where @mauriceoconnell.bsky.social shared insights on modelling complex treatment effects in clinical data. Here’s how his work is pushing boundaries in biostatistics 👇

Listen to AI &: Healthcare to hear Professor Lauren Walker discussing the DynAIRx project and how AI is being used to make medicines optimisation easier.