NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge

An @NIHRresearch partnership between @CUH_NHS & @Cambridge_Uni. We research different diseases to find new treatments & medicines. Based at CUH & @CamBioCampus

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

What an amazing summer! ☀️ From county shows to festivals, our PPI team have been out and about across the region meeting members of the public to talk about health #research. Take a look at some of the places we’ve visited. @NIHRresearch #PPI https://t.co/IRki4wQMJK

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

📣 Calling all health researchers
Avoiding Tokenism: Supporting meaningful PPI training. A FREE online session, 8 Oct, 1-3pm. Learn how to make your public contributions feel heard & valued & ensure the PPI you’re doing is more than a box-ticking exercise https://t.co/uffEknLjCL

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Take a look at our latest #ResearchFunding opportunities 👇

More funding and development opportunities can be found at: https://t.co/zVxUTNuJtY

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Applications closing soon⏰
Our Senior Investigator scheme will be closing on 14th September.
NIHR Senior Investigators help shape the direction of health and care research in the UK. They;
➡️ mentor early-career researchers
➡️ influence national research strategy and funding priorities
➡️ lead impactful research that improves health, care and policy
➡️ champion inclusion, public and community engagement

If you are a senior researcher within the NIHR remit, this is your chance to be a leading voice for your profession. Submit your applications before the deadline.

See details https://t.co/JOJjRwjU3v

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Hear from Professor Miles Parkes, Director of #NIHR BRC: #Cambridge about an #IBD study that helped lead to the early detection of womb cancer for Victoria, who is now cancer-free.

An amazing example of how research can save lives!

https://t.co/mYoO5RYbzD

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Cambridge scientists have identified a protein that could predict pre-eclampsia and reduced fetal growth, two of the major causes of stillbirth and sickness among mothers and newborn babies.
To learn more 👉https://t.co/W0fdfGPZR2
@CUH_NHS @Cambridge_Uni @NIHRresearch

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Find our latest funding and development opportunities in the thread below or find out more at: https://t.co/zVxUTNuJtY

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Great turnout at our Patient & Public Involvement (PPI) all-day training today in #Cambridge! 🎉 We’ve got a packed programme covering what good PPI looks like, why PPI is important, and how to evaluate a PPI project. #NIHR #PPI

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Taking part in NIHR-funded #IBD research literally saved mum-of-5 Victoria's life, after doctors discovered she had womb cancer. Surgery followed & Victoria is now cancer-free. Read her incredible story: https://t.co/yVqJ8AQeZf @NIHRresearch @CUH_NHS @IBD_BioResource @NHSgms

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Need support or advice for your Patient and Public Involvement project? Our team is here to help you. Complete our enquiry form and our team will get in touch with you ➡️ https://t.co/mLg0f0ZNQu

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Congrats to @NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizewinners @CambridgeCRF Operations Director Caroline Saunders & @Cambridge_Uni & @CUH_NHS Neurosurgeon Benjamin Davies, who've both won awards for their leadership skills & commitment to patient-centred research: https://t.co/QX0G4LCe8g

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Are you looking for guidance on setting up a clinical trial? Look no further!

The #CTToolkit is an interactive colour-coded routemap that provides guidance on legal and best practice requirements. Bursting with advice, it's a must-see for any aspiring researcher ➡️ https://t.co/wrVwgSTJWS

[Medicine at Cambridge @MedCambridge]

The Lung Immune Challenge Study, led by @Akhilesh_Jha (@HLRI_Cambridge), has reached a milestone with the final participant completing the first phase designed to investigate how immune systems respond to viral lung infections.

➡️ https://t.co/jJ7loiyN64

@The_MRC @CambridgeBRC

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Learn about two upcoming career development awards that can support you in undertaking short placements in another part of NIHR or a local authority to enhance your research training experience and academic career development.

📅 Join our webinar from 12-1pm on 3 September to hear more about the NIHR Short Placement Award for Research Collaboration and the NIHR Local Authority Short Placement Award for Research Collaboration.

Find out more and register ⬇️https://t.co/jk4oEfPCNZ

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

📣 Only 20 places left for each session❗️

Whether you’re new to PPI, want to improve your knowledge & skills we’ve got the session for you!

These FREE events are only available to East Anglia researchers - tickets for other regions are now fully booked! https://t.co/D6aEdduC7K

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

📣 Full day of Patient & Public Involvement (PPI) training available❗️

👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 Are you a health researcher❓
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 New PPI❓
📍 Located in #EastAnglia❓
👍 We’ve got the training day for you!

Join us on 2 Sept 9.30am-4pm, West Hub, Cambridge.
Book https://t.co/zllVQWIGnP

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Laura, the one of the first patients in the world to receive a new treatment for lupus from @CUH_NHS has welcomed news of a larger trial, offering the therapy to others. 'It has given me back so much freedom'
@Cambridge_Uni @NIHRresearch
To learn more: https://t.co/PQMA8c9hrJ

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @CambridgeBRC]

Calling all health researchers in #EastAnglia, our online PPI training is back!
Whether you’re new to PPI, want to improve your knowledge & skills we’ve got the session for you. Check our programme & book your place https://t.co/uffEknLjCL

@CUH_NHS @CamBioCampus @Cambridge_Uni

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

🔬 What could the future of health research look like?

From promising treatments and new discoveries to pandemic preparedness and research shaped by patients and the public, explore 16 highlights from our Biomedical Research Centres (BRCs).

🎥 Watch the video below for the highlights.
🔗 Read the full roundup in our LinkedIn newsletter: https://t.co/tirIBFWQjD
👀 Which BRC story caught your attention?

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

We've launched a scheme to pair prospective applicants for the Research Professorship award with experienced academic mentors who can offer guidance, share insights and provide valuable feedback throughout the application process.

Who should apply as a mentee?
We are looking for prospective mentees who are;
➡️based at a post-1992 university or non-Russell Group institution
➡️working within health & care professions, social care or local authority
➡️eligible for the NIHR Research Professorship award

Apply now if you are interested in taking part as a mentee or mentor: https://t.co/XuLuQ1vaBo