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Scotland red-y to unite in celebration of annual research awareness day
19th June 2026
Members of the public, study participants, and researchers are set to unite across Scotland in a show of strength to help raise awareness around #Red4Research Day (Friday 19)
Trial delivery in Scotland supports approval of new treatment option for blood cancer
19th June 2026
A next-generation drug with the potential to keep myeloma at bay for nearly a year has been approved for use across the NHS in Scotland, following a successful clinical trial...
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NRS Primary Care Network invites applications for high-profile leadership role
19th June 2026
A vacancy is now open for the role of NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Primary Care Network Manager with applications being invited up to the end of Friday 26 June The succ...
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Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network celebrates Scottish research with joint Stirling conference
17th June 2026
A recent two-day conference which championed Scottish research across a variety of disciplines has been hailed a success by the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Neuroprogressive an...
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Scotland’s Health Awards are opportunity to shine a light on innovation in research excellence
16th June 2026
The research community across Scotland is being encouraged to showcase breakthrough achievements by entering Scotland's Health Awards Nominations are now open for this...
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Grampian conference well-received thanks to focus on partnership working and patient-centred research
8th June 2026
The recent Grampian Research Conference successfully ‘demonstrated the importance of collaboration, innovation, and shared learning’ for improved cancer outcomes
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Education Day highlights Scotland’s role in breakthrough autoimmune diseases research
8th June 2026
A thought-provoking education day has highlighted the role which Scottish studies into advanced therapies can play in tackling severe conditions, says the NHS Research Scotlan...
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Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network Lothian team member singled out for outstanding contribution to clinical research
5th June 2026
A member of the NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network (NRS NDN) team has been honoured for her ‘professionalism and dedication to high standards&rs...
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Scotland’s research community ‘inspired by positive picture’ on International Clinical Trials Day
19th May 2026
Increased opportunities to take part in vital clinical research are being celebrated as new figures shine a spotlight on collaborative efforts to strengthen Scotland’s c...
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Free webinar to explore ‘research participation across the ages’ following national data project
19th May 2026
The clinical lead of the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Ageing Specialty Group will be presenting data insights drawn from a national initiative as part of a webinar taking place...
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