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The professional network for those managing, supporting & leading health & care research.
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Did you miss our recent newsletter - read here: buff.ly/quNLFrg
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November 7, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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We are thrilled to be attending our first Research Quality Association Conference in Belfast this week. Come and meet Angela and Helen at the far end of the Exhibition Hall (Association Stands area) and find out about the Research and Development Forum.

#RQA2025 #ResearchQuality #Research
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November 5, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Today, @nihr.bsky.social announced a £157 million investment over 5 years in 10 ARCs, that will:

🔵support transformation of the health & care system
🔵tackle pressing health & social care challenges through high-quality applied research
🔵bring new treatments & technologies
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NIHR National Institute for Health and Care Research News NIHR awards Applied Research Collaborations £157 million
October 15, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Professor Lucy Chappell, Chief Executive Officer for the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), will deliver the keynote speech on the morning of #ScotHRIC25.

Read our full programme 🔗 https://bit.ly/3WFIt2L
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October 17, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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October 20, 2025 at 7:05 AM
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October 17, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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📢 Did you miss our recent Professional Development Bulletin.
Our upcoming training courses (all via Virtual Classroom):

➡️ Essentials of NHS Research
➡️Essentials of Research Sponsorship
➡️Local Capacity and Capability for Research

Find out more and register: buff.ly/HOwy59n
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October 10, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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📰Stay up to date on sector news with our three newsletters:

📬Our Member Briefing
🏦Policy and Public Affairs Working Group
🔬The Research Management Working Group

Learn more on our website 👇
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October 9, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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October 6, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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🗣️ "Nobody's pretending this is easy, but if we lose this workforce it will be bad for UK research & bad for the nation's future health."
Prof @rosalindsmyth.bsky.social CBE FMedSci interviewed by Research Professional News about the clinical academics statement launched this week.

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acmedsci.bsky.social Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · Sep 30
Today we’re proud to share our Clinical Academics Summit statement, signed by 40+ organisations 🤝

⚠️ Clinical academics are declining
✅ Our summit committed to action to help reverse this trend

👉 Read the full statement: bit.ly/3Ktb5JQ

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A quote card featuring Professor Rosalind Smyth CBC FMedSci, saying "The decline in clinical academic numbers represents a genuine threat to patient care and the UK's research leadership. This statement shows that if we act with urgency and a shared commitment, we can reverse this trend. "
October 2, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Clinical research drives better health and economic growth - but the clinical academic workforce is dwindling.

Our CEO Nicola Perrin and Chair @drlouisewood.bsky.social have co-signed a joint statement with over 40 other prominent figures across the UK health sector, calling for urgent action.
acmedsci.bsky.social Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · Sep 30
Today we’re proud to share our Clinical Academics Summit statement, signed by 40+ organisations 🤝

⚠️ Clinical academics are declining
✅ Our summit committed to action to help reverse this trend

👉 Read the full statement: bit.ly/3Ktb5JQ

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A quote card featuring Professor Rosalind Smyth CBC FMedSci, saying "The decline in clinical academic numbers represents a genuine threat to patient care and the UK's research leadership. This statement shows that if we act with urgency and a shared commitment, we can reverse this trend. "
September 30, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Today we’re proud to share our Clinical Academics Summit statement, signed by 40+ organisations 🤝

⚠️ Clinical academics are declining
✅ Our summit committed to action to help reverse this trend

👉 Read the full statement: bit.ly/3Ktb5JQ

Quote @rosalindsmyth.bsky.social
A quote card featuring Professor Rosalind Smyth CBC FMedSci, saying "The decline in clinical academic numbers represents a genuine threat to patient care and the UK's research leadership. This statement shows that if we act with urgency and a shared commitment, we can reverse this trend. "
September 30, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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September 30, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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September 26, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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If you missed the live Study Set-Up Plan update: Progress and next steps webinar yesterday, watch the recording:
Study Set-Up Plan update: Progress and next steps
Following the completion of the UK Clinical Research Delivery programme’s Study Set-Up Plan's second phase this past June, this webinar offers reflections from DHSC together with system partners and…
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September 25, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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Reminder: Webinar Today (23rd) at 2pm: Study Set-Up Plan update: Progress and next steps www.brighttalk.com/webcast/6833...
Study Set-Up Plan update: Progress and next steps
Following the completion of the UK Clinical Research Delivery programme’s Study Set-Up Plan's second phase this past June, this webinar offers reflections from DHSC together with system partners and t...
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September 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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September 22, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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A thriving life sciences sector can enhance the nation’s health and economic prosperity. Our new explainer explores:

➡️ what life sciences are and why they matter
➡️ key players and partners in the sector
➡️ opportunities and challenges for the future.

Read it now: https://bit.ly/4nF8sTF
Life Sciences Explained | The King's Fund
This Explainer Looks At The Role Of Life Sciences In England's Health And Care System, And Why They Matter.
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September 22, 2025 at 6:50 AM
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🚨Out today: our manifesto to unlock Scotland’s full potential in life sciences & innovation. 🧬

@torbett.bsky.social: With the right policy choices, Scotland can become a powerhouse for discovery, development & delivery of medicines, vaccines & diagnostics.

More: bit.ly/4gnzFHS
ABPI launches manifesto to make Scotland a leader in R&D and cutting-edge medicines
The ABPI has launched its manifesto for the next Scottish Government, calling for urgent action to unlock Scotland’s full potential as a partner of choice for life sciences and health innovation.
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September 17, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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New Frontier Economics report, commissioned by AMRC and @wellcometrust.bsky.social, showcases the extensive benefits of non-commercial clinical research. It reveals the ‘triple dividend’ this research brings to the UK: unlocking growth, supporting the NHS and improving lives. bit.ly/3KrW7nf
Health and growth: How non-commerical clinical research benefits the UK. www.amrc.org.uk/HealthAndGrowth25 A report for the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) and Wellcome, by Frontier Economics
September 18, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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UPDATE: If you missed the live "UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway: A new blueprint for trial delivery" webinar last week, watch the recording:
www.brighttalk.com/webcast/6833...

#NIHRIndustry #LifeSciences
UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway: A new blueprint for trial delivery
This webinar will provide a unique insight into the success of the UK Vaccine Innovation Pathway (VIP). Fast, efficient, innovative. This trailblazing programme of work has created a new blueprint ...
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September 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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UPDATE: University Hospital of Leicester NHS Trust has been awarded £6.5 million in funding from @nihr.bsky.social to host and launch the new UK-wide Commercial Research Delivery Centre Network. A number of key roles have been created. These roles are now live. Find out more here: buff.ly/mFjGkxM
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September 5, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Did you miss our recent Professional Development Bulletin - read here: buff.ly/xSpUqbD
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September 5, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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We're #hiring a Research Funding Officer to support our members to fund research well across the research pipeline. You'll...

🌟develop guidance, advice & training
🌟showcase good practice & analyse new developments
🌟maintain high standards & our kitemark of quality

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Research Funding Officer
Salary: c. £32,000 pa Full-time Location: Hybrid working (home and office in central London, WC1) Closing date: 15 September 2025 About the role AMRC exists to support our members to be as effec...
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August 29, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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📢 Save the date! The Research and Development Forum 2026 conference — RDF26 — will be held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, taking place from 10-12 May 2026.

Register with them for updates 🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/calendar/research-and-development-forum-conference-2026
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August 19, 2025 at 3:53 PM