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Safe Clinical AI Lab

Bridging the gap between research and clinical practice to realise the full benefit of AI and autonomous systems in healthcare settings.

Safety Focused

SCAIL gives clinicians the confidence, skills and training to implement AI technologies safely in a range of different healthcare environments.

Practical Support

SCAIL benefits clinicians by publishing practical and implementable insight from those working in different areas of healthcare such as HR, legal, policy and regulation.

Expert Guidance

SCAIL provides a direct line to the top experts in the fields of safe AI and autonomy, including human factors, and safety assurance who can support the safe development and implementation of AI in your healthcare setting.

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Beyond the algorithm: Rethinking Risk, Responsibility and Ethics in AI driven Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

by Professor Bu’Hussain Hayee, Clinical Director for Liver, Endoscopy, Gastroenterology King’s College Hospi…

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Podcast: Defining harms and safety of AI in assisted living

In this podcast, SCAIL Safety Assurance Lead, Professor Ibrahim Habli, and Centre for Assuring Autonomy Research Associa…

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Cautious Optimism: Public Voices on Medical Robots

By Dr. Bev Townsend, Research Fellow, York Law School. The introduction of robots into medical settings is slowly becomi…

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About Us

Developed by leading experts in AI safety, SCAIL supports the safe development and adoption of AI in healthcare. Bridging the gap between research and real world application, we provide healthcare professionals with access to trusted research, expert insights, and cross-sector thought leadership.

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