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Symbolic launch of the 1st International NASH Day

Today (12 June) marks the 1st International NASH Day and an opportunity for NASH specialists in research centres across the world to raise the profile of the disease with patients, general public and colleagues. NASH is an acronym that stands for Non-Alcoholic Steato Hepatitis. It is the most severe form of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). This is the most common cause of chronic liver disease in developed...

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Model Agreement for Non-Commercial Research to be published in June

The revised model Agreement for Non-Commercial Research in the Health Service (mNCA) will be published in mid-June. Non-commercial sponsors and participating NHS organisations will be expected to use the mNCA in line with the guidance and without modifications. Following publication, there will be a stakeholder workshop in London on Tuesday 26th June 2018 to:   Provide delegates with insight into the redrafting process that created the revised mNCA Guide dele...

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Scotland gets ready for BIO2018

Scotland’s unique research strengths are set to be showcased at the world’s largest pharma and biotech partnering event. The BIO International Convention (BIO) takes place from 4–7 June in Boston, Massachusetts a major hub of America’s Life Science sector. It attracts over 16,0000  biotechnology and pharma leaders, from more than 70 countries, who come together for one week of i...

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Precision Medicine in Scotland - have your say

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) manages a programme of Science and Innovation Audits (SIA) to catalyse new approaches to regional economic development. SIAs enable local consortia to focus on analysing regional strengths in particular subject areas and to identify mechanisms to realise their potential. The University of Glasgow has been chosen by the UK Government to lead a Science and Innovation Audit on Precision Medicine Innovation in Scotland.

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Innovation grant to explore digital technology in asthma

Asthma UK and the Chief Scientist Office are joint-funding an innovation grant of up to £60K for up to 18 months to explore novel applications of digital technology in asthma, which could significantly enhance the quality of health and care for people with asthma and addresses an area of unmet need that aligns with one or more

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International Clinical Trials Day 2018

Sunday 20 May marks International Clinical Trials Day, celebrating the first randomised clinical trial conducted in May 1747 by Scottish physician James Lind. More than 265 years later, clinical research is a cornerstone of person-centred healthcare across Scotland and is made possible thanks to the support and commitment of patients and the public working in partnership with researchers and...

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Vacancy: Network Manager, Primary Care

We are inviting expressions of interest for the role of Network Manager for the NRS Primary Care Network. Closing date: 14 June 2018Grade: Grade 8 (£39,992 - £47,722) The NRS Primary Care Network aims to improve the quality and quantity of primary care research conducted across Scotland. The network is centrally coordinated from the University of Dundee and operates from five regional nodes with staff...

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The NHS at 70: Shaping the NHS of tomorrow through research

Missed it on twitter? Take a look at the latest #nhsscot70 #research #science #innovation updates. Modern medicine is built on medical research, and as we celebrate 70 years of the NHS our ability to translate research and innovation into excellent individual healthcare is more important than ever. Some fantastic accomp...

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Vacancy: Chair of the Board of the Office for Strategic Coordination of Health Research (OSCHR)

The Office for Strategic Coordination of Health Research (OSCHR) brings together the UK public funders of health research, who work across government through collaboration, to ensure a comprehensive health research environment. This partnership is facilitated through the OSCHR Board, which meets three times a year. The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy are looking to appoint a Chair to the OSCHR Board.&...

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Vacancy: NRS Mental Health East Node Clinical Lead

We are inviting expressions of interest for the role of East Node Clinical Lead (NHS Tayside, Fife & Forth Valley) for the NRS Mental Health Network. The NRS Mental Health Network is part of NHS Research Scotland and is funded by the Chief Scientist Office. The aim of the network is to facilitate mental health research across Scotland. The NRS Mental Health Network is led b...

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