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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · 29d

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

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Sep 1

🚨 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

@imperialmed.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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Ben Mullish @bhmullish.bsky.social · Aug 10

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

Operational considerations for the running of an NHS faecal microbiota transplant (FMT) service

www.sciencedirect.com

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 21

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 Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 18

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

NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 16

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!

@nihr.bsky.social

NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 14

🚨
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...

@imperialmed.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

NIHR BRC/CRF Research Inclusion Conference

Get ready for a day of networking, learning, and collaboration at the NIHR BRC/CRF Research Inclusion Conference!

www.eventbrite.com

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 2

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

COVCHIM-02: COVID-19 Human Challenge Study

A new human challenge study for COVID-19

www.imperial.ac.uk

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jul 1

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.

@imperialmed.bsky.social

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jun 24

We are looking forward to welcoming you to the NIHR Research Inclusion Training Event for a stimulating and interactive session of engagement and discussion.

NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jun 9

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_...

@imperialmed.bsky.social @imperialnhli.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Jun 9

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_...

@imperialmed.bsky.social @imperialnhli.bsky.social @imperialsci.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

Online Survey Software | Qualtrics Survey Solutions

Qualtrics sophisticated online survey software solutions make creating online surveys easy. Learn more about Research Suite and get a free account today.

imperial.eu.qualtrics.com

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Helen Ward @profhelenward.bsky.social · May 22

Thanks Al!

Al McCartney @almccartney.bsky.social · May 22

Huge congrats to Profs @cchiu.bsky.social, Cristina Lo Celso, Guy Rutter, Sejal Saglani, Dame Molly Stevens, & @profhelenward.bsky.social on their election as Fellows of @acmedsci.bsky.social! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

www.imperial.ac.uk/news/264314/...

Six Imperial professors elected Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences | Imperial News | Imperial College London

Imperial scientists from fields including infectious disease, childhood asthma, and public health are among those recognised.

www.imperial.ac.uk

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · May 21

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.

@imperialsci.bsky.social @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

Full details- shorturl.at/46ZlH

Surgery & Cancer – NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre

This theme aims to improve cancer outcomes by diagnosing cancers earlier and improving treatments once a diagnosis is made.

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Imperial Medicine @imperialmed.bsky.social · May 13

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
time.com/collections/...

TIME100 Health: Ara Darzi

Find out why Ara Darzi is on the TIME100 Health 2025 list.

time.com

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · May 13

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

Microsoft Forms

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · Apr 28

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/

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COLLABORATE Randomised Controlled Trial @collaborate-rct.bsky.social · Apr 25

The COLLABORATE Trial is funded by NIHR @imperialbrc.bsky.social

Watch the video below for more details:

youtu.be/pOjKbs1neHY

COLLABORATE Explainer Video

YouTube video by COLLABORATE Randomised Controlled Trial

youtu.be

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Apr 7

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

@imperialmed.bsky.social

Full details
tinyurl.com/287o2goe

Respiratory – NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre

Lung disease is common and limits the quality and quantity of life. Adopting a life-course approach, we aim to understand, predict and prevent respiratory and allergic diseases, both chronic and ac...

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Apr 4

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

@nihr.bsky.social @imperialmed.bsky.social

Full details 👇
www.ukcrfnetwork.co.uk/events/ukcrf...

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Imperial Patient Experience Research Centre (PERC) @imperialperc.bsky.social · Mar 17

🎥 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

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Mar 26

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.

@profhelenward.bsky.social @imperialmed.bsky.social

imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/2024/12/10/w...

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Mar 26

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.

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Mar 23

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.

@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Mar 11

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.

@imperialmed.bsky.social

Full article 👇
tinyurl.com/29rsb458

RIO Study: New antibody therapies could offer alternative to current treatments – NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre

Researchers led by Imperial have unveiled primary trial results that show encouraging advances in HIV treatment driven by immune-based therapies.

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NIHR Imperial BRC @imperialbrc.bsky.social · Mar 11

BRC Infection and AMR Theme just announced the awardees for the 2024 pilot projects.

Congratulations to the winners 🥳

@imperialmed.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

Full project details 👇
imperialbrc.nihr.ac.uk/research/inf...