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Regenerative Medicine
For specific Coronavirus (COVID-19) research and guidance visit the Coronavirus information hub. The ageing population of the developed world requires a completely new class of treatments to address the major health needs created by degenerative disease. Conventional medicines treat the cause of disease (such as infection and autoimmunity) but do not repair the damage caused,...
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Reproductive Health and Childbirth
Our role is to support delivery of high-quality clinical research in Reproductive Health and Childbirth and manage participant recruitment to time and target, for studies led from Scotland and other nations where Scottish sites are participating We provide support in the following areas: Managing the study portfolio record Monitoring recruitment to target Providing advice on study design and feasibility Troubleshooting where recruitment is not...
The Chief Scientist Office Festive Message
Euan Dick, Head of Chief Scientist Office (CSO), Scottish Government As 2025 draws to a close and we start to look to the fresh opportunities that a new year brings, it is a good time to reflect on all that has been achieved thanks to the collaboration and sustained hard work seen across our community. As the Scottish Government’s
NRS Introduction to Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
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The Write Stuff: A Short Scientific Writing Course (Part 3)
Pay by Cheque: please make out a cheque, payable to NHS GG& C Endowment Fund CG0337 and bring it with you on the day. Pay by Credit or Debit Card: can be arranged. (Please note your details will be stored in our database but not passed on to any other parties). If you have any queries in respect of your course fee, please telephone 0141 201 9324. Thank you.
Research and Development Forum Conference 2026
Mark your calendar and join the Research and Development Forum at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole for RDF26, taking place from 10–12 May 2026 This flagship event is an opportunity for professionals working across health and care research management to network, continue professional development, and engage in sector-wide knowledge sharing. Find out updates
Renal
Our role is to support the delivery of high quality clinical research in Renal Disorders and manage participant recruitment to time and target, both for studies which are led from Scotland, and studies led from other nations which Scottish sites are participating in. We provide support in the following areas: Managing the study portfolio record Monitoring the attainment of recruitment targets Providing advice on study design and feasibility Troubl...
Registration now open for landmark event bringing Patient and Public Involvement community together
Interested parties are invited to register for the Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Event 2026, taking place on Tuesday 3 March in Stirling NHS Research Scotland (NRS) will be underlining its commitment to research excellence in PPI with a third interactive showcase of the country’s most powerful initiatives. This year’s free to attend event will take place at Stirling Court Hotel, part of the University of Stirling Campus, and will be hosted by NRS and the Chi...
