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Can't believe it's a week already since #ResearchWales25!

We had a fabulous day, joined some inspiring discussions and are looking forward to helping shape progress and innovation in Wales with our research partners over the next ten years.

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We're proud to sponsor #WelshNHSConfed25 on 6 Nov at Cardiff City Stadium!

This year's exciting agenda includes interactive workshops, including our breakout session on how #Wales is transforming #cancer care through #innovation.

Find out more and book your tickets: lshubwales.com/news/explori...

This week we are celebrating #BiologyWeek, highlighting the varied career paths Biology background can lead you to within the pharmaceutical industry.

Find out more about careers in the pharmaceutical industry: lnkd.in/gQGgd5KM

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We’re looking forward to the Health and Care Research Wales 2025 Conference next Thursday.

Still time to register for an online place healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/events...

#HCRW2025 #AdvancedTherapies

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An individual holding a smartphone displaying an NHS Research Scotland newsletter. The newsletter highlights topics like Scotland's Health Research and Innovation Conference and the NIHR Research Programme for Social Care events, published on 30 September 2025. A link to more resources is provided.

The latest edition of Research Bulletin, our monthly newsletter is now available, leading with news on #ScotHRIC25 registration, NIHR Research Programme for Social Care (RPSC) events and much more.

Read now 🔗 https://mailchi.mp/abab66c323ce/news-from-across-nhs-research-scotland-13885985

Applications for the #Resilience Leadership Accelerator Programme are open!

The programme supports early career professionals to build emotional intelligence and #leadership skills through immersive workshops.

Applications close on 14 Nov: lshubwales.com/news/resilie...

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NEWS: breakthrough project 📢

@md-catapult.bsky.social + @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social have secured £400k from the Brain Tumour Charity to pioneer a new approach for treating Glioblastoma.

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Target Product Profile (TPP) training is now open for registration.

Learn to create TTPs for your translational research development and funding success.

Wed 22 Oct | 11:30–12:15 | Details: bit.ly/47X4Qrr

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Yesterday we hosted a clinician engagement event for our Therapeutic Apheresis Review. We shared key themes from patients, advocacy groups and charity organisations. Discussion focused on obtaining consensus for the ideal model of future apheresis services in Wales.

#Advancedtherapies #Apheresis

Fantastic #jobopportunity to join @SAILDatabank's friendly, welcoming and supportive team🤩

Data Scientist & User Support Manager

💼Salary: £39,355 to £45,413 per annum
📌Closing: 13 Oct
👉Apply: www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan...

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Did you know you can use our #InnovationDirectory to discover and connect with organisations advancing #health and #SocialCare #innovation across #Wales? 💡

Explore our Innovation Directory today: lshubwales.com/innovation-d...

Our September Bulletin is live.

• Cohort 9 Exemplars hit a key milestone ahead of their Senedd Showcase

• ‘In Your Shoes’, new research gathering real experiences of care in Wales

• Award-shortlisted projects and VR mental health innovation

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We were delighted to attend the inaugural Rare Diseases Research Network meeting last Friday. A huge thank you to the organisers for such a valuable event.

Collaboration and partnership are essential in driving impactful research.

#AdvancedTherapies #RareDiseases

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Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.

✅ Now, for some good news:

One of the cruellest and most devastating diseases – Huntington's – has been successfully treated for the FIRST time!

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Join us and @acmedsci.bsky.social for a day of #collaboration and insight as we discuss improving #cancer outcomes and care experiences with #clinical leaders, patients, researchers and #innovators.

- 21 October 📅
- Pontypridd 📍

Book your place today: lshubwales.com/events/cance...

Celebrating the impact of Ataxia UK-funded research - Ataxia UK Ataxia UK funds research that aims to find treatments and cures for the ataxias. This would not be possible without your continued generosity in donating to support this mission. Thank you to each and every person who has donated to fund ataxia research. For every £1 invested by Ataxia UK into ataxia research, a further

On International Ataxia Day we want to spotlight the research being funded by Ataxia UK. Research is vital in the search for a cure and in providing real-life impact to those affected by Ataxia.

Read more in the impact report: https://bit.ly/AtaxiaAw
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We're delighted to be attending the inaugural Wales Rare Diseases Research Network meeting on Friday.

Looking forward to supporting greater access to rare disease research in Wales. Come and catch up with us at our stand.

#AdvancedTherapies #RareDiseases #Research

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Huge congratulations to our Bevan Fellow, Esther Goodhew, and Bevan Exemplars, Christian Lambert, Dr Catherine Cromey, and Meghan White 🥳

We are so proud to see their work shortlisted for the Advancing Healthcare Awards Cymru 2025.

In 2024-25 our team generated £3.9m in GVA for the #Welsh #economy and attracted £2.44m in private investment into Welsh #LifeSciences.

But, how does #innovation in #health and #SocialCare translate into tangible economic benefits?

Read our latest blog to find out: lshubwales.com/blogs/drivin...

Promotional graphic for NHS Research Scotland announcing a research grant collaboration agreement endorsed by the Health Research Authority, featuring an image of two people shaking hands, with the headline "In the news" and a link to more information. Published on September 5, 2025.

A new Research Grant Collaboration Agreement has been endorsed by @hralatest.bsky.social for use across the UK.

Read the full story 🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/news/research-grant-collaboration-agreement-endorsed-by-the-health-research-authority-for-use-across-the-uk

This is an important publication that outlines the current status of NAMs, as well as the challenges and opportunities associated with their adoption.

We were pleased to feed into this report, alongside @nc3rs.bsky.social and @mhragovuk.bsky.social.

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Did you know we have a #Funding Directory? 🤯

Use it to discover the latest funding opportunities for your #healthcare #innovation! We’re always keeping it up to date, so you’ll always be in the loop.

Visit our #FundingDirectory today: lshubwales.com/funding-dire...

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Hello!

We develop innovative therapies for neuro-diseases and we can't wait to connect and share research and resources with you🧠✨

Need a hand with a #funding application? Our funding team are here to help!

Get in touch on fundingsupport@lshubwales.com for guidance, #BidWriting assistance, and finding the perfect match for your #innovation!

Find out more about what we can offer you: lshubwales.com/our-funding-...

next meeting Friday 5th September 1-2.30pm at Cancer Genetics Building, University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff CF14 4XN

Make sure you don't miss our next #Advancedtherapies MDRG on Friday.

Hear from Dr Michael Chapman -'CAR-T therapy in haematological malignancy' and Professor Andrew Sewell 'How T-Cells clear cancer'

Virtual option available

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Did you know you can use our #InnovationDirectory to discover and connect with organisations advancing #health and #SocialCare #innovation across #Wales? 💡

Explore our Innovation Directory today: lshubwales.com/innovation-d...

Image of Professor Liam Gray and Professor William Griffiths at the inaugural neuro multi-disciplinary research group (MDRG).

Thanks again to everyone who came to the inaugural neuro multi-disciplinary research group (MDRG) meeting.

Collaborative events like these give us valuable insights into the new research in advanced therapies.

👀Read more about it on our website: bit.ly/45FAB5x

"It's very unpalatable."

Are politicians prepared to have the truthful conversation about the NHS's future? Dr. Helen Howson of the Bevan Commission argues we can't just keep pouring money in.

The answer isn't more cash, but more prudence.

🔗Read more here⤵️
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