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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 1d

📢 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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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · 2d

📰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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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 5d

Did you miss our recent newsletter - read here:https://buff.ly/p0Mt4cm

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Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · 8d

🗣️ "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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Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · 11d

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. "

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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · 11d

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.

Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · 11d

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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Academy of Medical Sciences @acmedsci.bsky.social · 11d

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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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 11d

Read the latest @therdforum.bsky.social newsletter mailchi.mp/rdforum.org....

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 15d

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 16d

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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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 18d

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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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 19d

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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · 19d

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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Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry @abpi.bsky.social · 24d

🚨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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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · 23d

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

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 19d

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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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Sep 5

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

The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Sep 5

Did you miss our recent Professional Development Bulletin - read here: buff.ly/xSpUqbD

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Association of Medical Research Charities @amrc-uk.bsky.social · Aug 29

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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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · Aug 19

📢 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

Promotional image for the Research and Development Forum Conference 2026, featuring a conference hall with attendees. Taking place 10-12 May, Hilton Birmingham Metropole. A link to the event calendar is visible, www.nrs.org.uk/calendar.

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · Sep 2

Explore our September roundup of top stories from all 15 NIHR ARCs across the country:

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Including the latest research news, resources, blogs, opportunities, events, training & more

📨 You can join the newsletter here: tinyurl.com/ARCsnewsletter

The NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) September 2025 newsletter

The national newsletter from across all the NIHR ARCs. In this edition: The healing power of creative arts, standardised methods for economic evaluation, AI gender bias in social care tools used by ma...

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Aug 18

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Aug 13

UPDATE: The @nihr.bsky.social have signed a joint statement with other major UK research funders, committing to better inclusion of older adults in health and care research ✍️

Find out more and read the full statement 👇
nihr.ac.uk/news/nihr-an...

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Aug 11

NEWS UPDATE: From April 2026 the @nihr.bsky.social are introducing a new national funding model. This model will replace the current regional funding distribution approaches used by Regional Research Delivery Networks (RRDNs).
Watch the video to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4-d...

The NIHR Research Delivery Network Funding Model

YouTube video by NIHRtv

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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · Aug 11

There are lots of reasons to be part of research! You can find out more here on the NIHR Be Part of Research - Summer 2025 newsletter: mailchi.mp/nihr/bpor-wi...
#BePartOfResearch

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World EBHC Day @worldebhcday.bsky.social · Aug 11

We invite the global evidence ecosystem to reflect on the human, cultural, technological & political dynamics that shape how healthcare-related knowledge travels—& transforms lives.
📝Submit a #WorldEBHCDay blog by 29 Sept & share your story!
Learn how: worldebhcday.org/take-action

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