A clinical researcher contributing expertise in healthcare improvement, evidence-informed decision-making, clinical evaluation, and responsible digital health innovation.

David Bamidele Olawade is the Founder and CEO of CHILLI (Consortium for Healthcare Intelligence, Learning, Leadership, and Innovation), bringing together expertise in AI-driven healthcare, clinical research, public health, and academic leadership.

A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH), David has authored 200+ peer-reviewed publications, attracting 6,000+ citations with an h-index of 39. His research spans artificial intelligence in healthcare, predictive analytics, digital health, clinical decision support, mental health, health equity, and global public health.

Within the NHS, David has contributed to the development and deployment of AI-enabled solutions for clinical research and leads research exploring AI readiness, digital inclusion, and equitable healthcare innovation. He also holds visiting lecturer roles at the University of East London and York St John University, supporting postgraduate education and early-career researcher development.

Through CHILLI, David is focused on translating cutting-edge research into responsible, equitable, and scalable healthcare solutions, building partnerships that connect research, technology, clinical practice, education, and real-world impact.