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More opportunities to ‘Be Part of Research’

More opportunities to be part of research boosted through a new ‘research matchmaking service’ Be Part of Research is a free online service which matches people to suitable health and care studies, based on their interests and where they live. It is the first UK-wide research volunteer registry covering all health conditions, including public health and social care stu...

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New report makes recommendations to improve clinical research for participants

The Health Research Authority has published a new report that has made a series of recommendations for how to improve clinical research for participants The

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New partnership for pioneering kidney health research

Clinical trials to accelerate research into treating chronic kidney disease will be strengthened as a result of a new partnership between the Scottish Government, academia and industry NHS Scotland, AstraZeneca and the Universities&nb...

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NHS 76th celebrates Scotland’s researchers while extending invite to more participants

NHS Research Scotland (NRS) is celebrating the 76th birthday of our health service on Friday 5 July by encouraging more people of all backgrounds to get involved in vital research Since its inception in 1948, NHS has consistently pushed the boundaries of the possible through the evolution of treatments, diagnostics, and preve...

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Cardiovascular Network set to unveil patient forum plans this summer

The Cardiovascular Network of NHS Research Scotland (NRS) will soon be launching a patient forum, encouraging public collaboration while recognising the vital role of diverse voices in shaping its work The drive for enhanced Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in research across Scotland continues to grow and NRS Cardiovascular is aiming to launch its forum plans in July to start seeking participants. It is encouraging anyone across the country who has been diagnose...

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Programme Grants for Applied Research

Scottish applicants are being encouraged to apply to NIHR Programme Grants for Applied Research (PGfAR) Competition 45 which is inviting Stage 1 app...

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Mental Health Network reveals plans to expand Patient and Public Involvement group

The Mental Health Network of NHS Research Scotland (NRS) aims to further expand its Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) group, helping to shape the direction of future studies through the input of diverse voices The Network is seeking fresh members to join the group – formed in 2020 – as part of its commitment to encouraging people with lived experience of a mental health condition to help inform future research. Underlining that commitment, the Network...

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Clinical Co-Leads for the UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway Sought

The UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway team is looking to appoint two new Clinical Co-Leads to support the transformational programme of work This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinician to provide leadership across the UK and work with leading companies including Moderna and BioNTech. Role summary To provide clinical leadership, vision and insight for the development of the UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway for infectious diseases or cancer and work closely with the...

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Scottish Ophthalmology trainees encouraged to focus in on Research Award opportunity

The NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Ophthalmology specialty is urging trainees to apply for a funding award to support their development The Scottish Ophthalmology Trainee Research Award (SOTRA) will provide up to £12,000 funding for an ophthalmology trainee working in Scotland to conduct a research project within their post. The NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Ophthalmology award – supported by Théa Pharmaceuticals – provides funding for protected time to con...

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Cardiovascular research leader honoured with award for outstanding achievement

The pioneering contribution of a senior figure in Scotland’s research landscape has been recognised with a prestigious Outstanding Achievement Award Professor Lis Neubeck, Clinical Champion of the Cardiovascular Clinical Network at NHS Research Scotland (NRS), was singled out at the recent Nurse of the Year...

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