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User-led research looks into ‘invisibility of dementia’ with published paper
A new research paper co-authored by the NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network (NRS NDN) has been published, reflecting on user-led research around the invisibility of dementia The paper, entitled
Celebrating and recognising the vital role of our midwives and nurses this May
International Day of the Midwife (5 May) and International Nurses Day (12 May) are twin opportunities for NHS Research Scotland (NRS) to celebrate the enormous contribution that both professions make to Scottish healthcare while championing their vital role in research The two dates acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and expertise of these key members of the NHS workforce – and the difference they make to so many patients and families each and every day. Nurses and m...
Scotland’s researchers urged to become Early Adopters for Our Future Health programme
Non-commercial researchers across Scotland are being encouraged to become an Our Future Health Early Adopter, helping to shape and promote the programme Our Future Health is the UK’s largest ever health research programme, bringing together up to five million people of different backgrounds so that researchers can find ways to prevent, detect, and treat diseases earlier. The aim is to build a diverse community of volunteers who can help to create “an incredibly detailed p...
New Rheumatology Network lead aims to ‘bring rheumatologists and researchers together’
The Chief Scientist Office (CSO) has announced the appointment of a new National Research Network Clinical Lead for Musculoskeletal Conditions (Rheumatology) Dr James Dale, a Consultant Rheumatologist, who has been with NHS Lanarkshire for nine years and is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Glasgow’s School of Infection & Immunity, is delighted to be taking up the role. James undertook training in Rheumatology a...
Cardiovascular research leader named finalist at Nurse of the Year Awards for ‘inspiring excellence’
A senior figure in Scotland’s research landscape has been named a finalist in the Nurse of the Year Awards taking place next month Professor Lis Neubeck, Clinical Champion of the Cardiovascular Network at NHS Research Scotland (NRS), is nominated in the ‘Inspiring Excellence – Nursing Innovation and Research Award’ category of the annual celebration, organised by Scotland’s Royal College of Nursing. She has been singled...
GP Clinical Academic Fellowships set to grow ‘future leaders’
The GP Clinical Academic Fellowships are now open for applications The fellowships are designed to help newly qualified GPs gain an understanding of the challenges and opportunities of a clinical academic post in general practice. They provide protected time to enable practical experience of research through apprenticeship to established primary care research teams, allowing the gaining of knowledge, skills, and confidence to compete for doctoral training fellowships....
Primary Care Network offers conference funding opportunity to GP trainees and medical students
A conference bursary is being made available for a third year by the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Primary Care Network, allowing recipients to attend a national Primary Care conference and deepen their research knowledge The Network is encouraging GP trainees and medical students to apply and take advantage of its Conference Bursary Scheme which aims to &ld...
Scotland’s research objectives must strive to align with inclusive World Health Day message
Striving for people to receive equity of access to research and have their voices heard is vital to the inclusive aims of World Health Day (7 April) organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) The theme ‘My Health, my right’ aims to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information. Making research open to everyone and providing opportunities to get involved is fundamental to this. Supported by NHS...
Tayside oesophageal cancer trial recruiting soon thanks to team’s ‘very speedy turnaround’
A new cancer trial is expected to open for recruitment soon in Tayside thanks to the efforts of a multi-disciplinary team of NHS and university experts which sponsor Cancer Research UK (CRUK) has praised for its swift action and high level of coordination The MAGE Vaccine Trial is aiming to treat squamous cell carcinoma of the oesophagus through the study of two genetically modified vaccines which may help the immune system recognise and attack particular proteins on cancer cells and...
Scotland proud to host first-of-its-kind Alzheimer’s research challenge
Scotland has been selected to host a first-of-its-kind Alzheimer’s research competition, representing ‘significant recognition of the country’s wealth of world-leading expertise,’ says the Chief Scientist for Health Professor Anna Dominiczak welcomed the news that Scotland has already launched the Bio-Hermes Biomarker Data Chall...
