A £1.2m BRC award is set to drive healthcare innovation across Cumbria, funding impactful research projects and helping build long‑term research capacity.
Transforming healthcare, together.
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Read more 👇
imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/2025/12/15/i...
Huge shoutout 👏to Annemarie Lodder, winner of the 2025 BRC Public Involvement in Research Competition! 🏆
The project exemplifies excellence in PPIE from start to finish.
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More details 👇
imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/2025/11/28/w...
New article exploring how Long COVID affects people at work, highlighting the need for adaptable work accommodations to support employment and well‐being.
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Imperial CATO proudly hosted the 10th NW London NMAHPP Research Symposium last week!
A huge round of applause 👏to the incredible organisers and all the attendees who brought the event to life.
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Full story- shorten.ly/UBw5
Imperial launched applications for UKRI IAA Round 6 to support translational activities that help turn academic research into real-world impact for end-user communities.
🗓️ Deadline: 17:00, 13 Oct 25
Apply to take your research further!
Full details- tin.al/hLhho
🚨 Now Open: BRC Public Involvement in Research Competition 2025 🚨
Showcase your outstanding public involvement in health research and win:
🏆 A BRC-branded trophy
💳 A £500 gift card of your choice
Apply by 12 October 2025 👉 tin.al/jG1dq
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Out now from us in @thejhi.bsky.social - operational considerations in running an #NHS #FMT service: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... @imperialmdr.bsky.social @imperialbrc.bsky.social #GastroSky #MicroSky #IDSky
Watch this space ...
A team of Imperial researchers is developing EDI reporting guideline, START-EDI, to improve EDI practices in healthcare research.
Their dual focus:
• Raising awareness of EDI
• Boosting consistency, completeness and transparency in reporting
Full article: tin.al/5Pq6y
NIHR published the 2024/25 annual report, showcasing the impact of NIHR-funded and supported research
Find out about some of the ways NIHR research is:
- changing lives
- improving quality of life
- helping to build a health and care system fit for the future
Full report - tin.al/M7tBL
The #CRFBRC25 two-day conference offered an ideal platform for collaboration, featuring a dynamic blend of insights, information, guidance and great entertainment.
Huge kudos to the organising team, @unibirmingham.bsky.social, for such a well-curated experience!
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Call for abstract is now open for the NIHR BRC/CRF Research Inclusion Conference in Sheffield.
Submission deadline: 12pm 8 Sep
Conference date: 6 Oct
Full details & link to register: www.eventbrite.com/e/nihr-brccr...
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust in partnership with Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Trust is seeking volunteers for a COVID-19 Challenge Study.
Volunteers will be exposed to COVID-19 under controlled conditions and receive approx £4,935 for their time.
Full details- shorturl.at/Y3W8B
Huge thanks to all our amazing presenters! 👏
Your insights and expertise were instrumental in making the Research Inclusion Training event a resounding success. We’re grateful for your invaluable contributions and commitment to inclusive research practices.
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We are looking forward to welcoming you to the NIHR Research Inclusion Training Event for a stimulating and interactive session of engagement and discussion.
Event 🚨
Title: NIHR Research Inclusion Training Event
Date: 25 June
Time: 12:00-16:00
Venue: Hybrid
To register or know more- imperial.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Thanks Al!
Pilot Project Funding Call 🚨
A joint call for pilot projects of up to £40k from BRC S&C Theme, Ovarian Cancer Action Research Centre and Brain Tumour Research Centre is now open.
Apply by 13:00, 14 Jul 25.
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Full details- shorturl.at/46ZlH
We are proud to share TIME has named Lord Darzi, Executive Chair of the @fleminginitiative.bsky.social and IGHI Co-Director, among the world's most influential health leaders for his report, which has driven renewed commitment to improve vital health services. ⬇️
#TIME100
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EVENT alert 🚨
Academic Women Association (AWA) is inviting people to a short online presentation by Dr Ilaria Belluomo on 16 May at 10:00 am.
Open to all women at Imperial, fostering an inclusive academic network for mentorship and career development.
Link to register: tinyurl.com/2bhdpsr6
Applications for our 2025 Paper Writing Retreat are open!
Trying to find the time, space & energy to work on that #mentalhealth and/or #addiction #research paper? Apply for our fully-funded retreat with dedicated writing time, tasty food & the chance to network!👇
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/pwr25/
The COLLABORATE Trial is funded by NIHR @imperialbrc.bsky.social
Watch the video below for more details:
youtu.be/pOjKbs1neHY
BRC Respiratory Theme Pilot & ECR Springboard Award🏆 is now open to support innovative projects that focus on earlier diagnosis, deeper understanding of acute respiratory conditions or development of new treatments.
Deadline: 2 May 25
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Full details
tinyurl.com/287o2goe
Registration opens soon for the first joint CRF and BRC Conference, aiming to boost impacts through collaboration and co-creation.
Date: 14-15 Jul
Venue: International Convention Centre, Birmingham
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Full details 👇
www.ukcrfnetwork.co.uk/events/ukcrf...
🎥 Discover how we are collaborating with the Latin American community in London to promote health awareness and public involvement!
A huge thank you to LA United UK and The Invention Rooms for making this possible. 🌟
#HealthAwareness #PublicInvolvement #LatinAmericanCommunity #ImperialCollegeLondon
BRC Public Involvement in Research Competition winner 24 receives the trophy 🏆 at the Annual Event. @sarindiary.bsky.social’s exceptional work addresses inequality in maternal mortality among Black women.
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imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/2024/12/10/w...
The BRC Annual Event yesterday, was a day filled with valuable insights and networking opportunities. Presenters shared innovative research, good practices on public involvement and opportunities to collaborate within and outside the BRC.
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Congratulations 👏 on winning an NIHR Impact Prize! The toolkit provides resources and guidance to help share your achievements and showcase the impact of your research.
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The @riotrial.bsky.social shows that immune-based therapy can sustain viral control in multiple HIV participants, allowing them to stop daily antiretroviral medication for over a year, providing an alternative to current treatments.
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Full article 👇
tinyurl.com/29rsb458
BRC Infection and AMR Theme just announced the awardees for the 2024 pilot projects.
Congratulations to the winners 🥳
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Full project details 👇
imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/research/inf...
The innovative REMAP-CAP trial has been nominated for the NIHR Impact Prizes for finding the best treatment options for COVID-19 patients with pneumonia 👏
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Full NIHR shortlist 👇
tinyurl.com/29vd8zpk
