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Last night we welcomed our new IBMS President, Dr Sarah Pitt, in an official inauguration ceremony at our offices. We want to say a massive thank you to Past President Joanna Andrew for her leadership, and a warm welcome to Sarah, with whom we look forward to working.
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February 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Last night we welcomed our new IBMS President, Dr Sarah Pitt, in an official inauguration ceremony at our offices. We want to say a massive thank you to Past President Joanna Andrew for her leadership, and a warm welcome to Sarah, with whom we look forward to working.
https://bit.ly/4am7V45
https://bit.ly/4am7V45
For Race Equality Week 2026, Mary Chan, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist at WGH Blood Sciences in Edinburgh, explores how acknowledging significant changes in the multicultural population can foster greater openness and acceptance.
https://bit.ly/4rBbNoN
https://bit.ly/4rBbNoN
February 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
For Race Equality Week 2026, Mary Chan, a Specialist Biomedical Scientist at WGH Blood Sciences in Edinburgh, explores how acknowledging significant changes in the multicultural population can foster greater openness and acceptance.
https://bit.ly/4rBbNoN
https://bit.ly/4rBbNoN
If you or your organisation made a significant contribution to biomedical sciencethen you could be recognised at the IBMS Awards 2026.
🗓 Deadline to apply: Tomorrow
🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ibmsawards.org/
🗓 Deadline to apply: Tomorrow
🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ibmsawards.org/
February 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM
If you or your organisation made a significant contribution to biomedical sciencethen you could be recognised at the IBMS Awards 2026.
🗓 Deadline to apply: Tomorrow
🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ibmsawards.org/
🗓 Deadline to apply: Tomorrow
🔗 Find out more and apply: https://ibmsawards.org/
IBMS Response: National Cancer Plan for England.
The National Cancer Plan for England sets out a clear shift towards earlier diagnosis, reduced variation in access to care, and wider use of technology to support faster pathways.
Read our full response here:
https://bit.ly/4qUMcqL
The National Cancer Plan for England sets out a clear shift towards earlier diagnosis, reduced variation in access to care, and wider use of technology to support faster pathways.
Read our full response here:
https://bit.ly/4qUMcqL
February 4, 2026 at 5:34 PM
IBMS Response: National Cancer Plan for England.
The National Cancer Plan for England sets out a clear shift towards earlier diagnosis, reduced variation in access to care, and wider use of technology to support faster pathways.
Read our full response here:
https://bit.ly/4qUMcqL
The National Cancer Plan for England sets out a clear shift towards earlier diagnosis, reduced variation in access to care, and wider use of technology to support faster pathways.
Read our full response here:
https://bit.ly/4qUMcqL
The deadline to apply for the IBMS Awards is this Friday. If you haven't submitted your applications yet, the IBMS Awards team has shared a few practical tips to help give your submission the best possible chance.
Read more here:https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
Read more here:https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
February 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The deadline to apply for the IBMS Awards is this Friday. If you haven't submitted your applications yet, the IBMS Awards team has shared a few practical tips to help give your submission the best possible chance.
Read more here:https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
Read more here:https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
The latest episode of the IBMS Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Dr Jonathan Tyrrell about his IBMS Award-winning Superbugs project. Listen to it here or wherever you find podcasts: https://bit.ly/3NO8iga
February 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The latest episode of the IBMS Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Dr Jonathan Tyrrell about his IBMS Award-winning Superbugs project. Listen to it here or wherever you find podcasts: https://bit.ly/3NO8iga
Want to make a real impact on patient care while developing your career?
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Science department at Scarborough Hospital.
Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3NQ3jLT
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Science department at Scarborough Hospital.
Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3NQ3jLT
February 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Want to make a real impact on patient care while developing your career?
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Science department at Scarborough Hospital.
Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3NQ3jLT
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Science department at Scarborough Hospital.
Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3NQ3jLT
Sponsorship for the 2026 IBMS Awards is now open.
Support the people, teams and organisations driving biomedical science and benefit from a six-month publicity campaign.
The ceremony will be at held The Brewery, London on 26th June.
More info: https://bit.ly/4rM2fHJ
Support the people, teams and organisations driving biomedical science and benefit from a six-month publicity campaign.
The ceremony will be at held The Brewery, London on 26th June.
More info: https://bit.ly/4rM2fHJ
February 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Sponsorship for the 2026 IBMS Awards is now open.
Support the people, teams and organisations driving biomedical science and benefit from a six-month publicity campaign.
The ceremony will be at held The Brewery, London on 26th June.
More info: https://bit.ly/4rM2fHJ
Support the people, teams and organisations driving biomedical science and benefit from a six-month publicity campaign.
The ceremony will be at held The Brewery, London on 26th June.
More info: https://bit.ly/4rM2fHJ
ONE WEEK LEFT for entries to the IBMS Awards 2026.
Recognising individuals, teams and organisations delivering outstanding work in biomedical science.
Details and entry: https://web.cvent.com/event/715e66ab-4d8f-4e04-81d0-f270343d2913/summary?environment=P2
Recognising individuals, teams and organisations delivering outstanding work in biomedical science.
Details and entry: https://web.cvent.com/event/715e66ab-4d8f-4e04-81d0-f270343d2913/summary?environment=P2
January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM
ONE WEEK LEFT for entries to the IBMS Awards 2026.
Recognising individuals, teams and organisations delivering outstanding work in biomedical science.
Details and entry: https://web.cvent.com/event/715e66ab-4d8f-4e04-81d0-f270343d2913/summary?environment=P2
Recognising individuals, teams and organisations delivering outstanding work in biomedical science.
Details and entry: https://web.cvent.com/event/715e66ab-4d8f-4e04-81d0-f270343d2913/summary?environment=P2
The IBMS has published a review of its 2022–2025 strategy, and set clear priorities for the years ahead.
Read it here: https://www.ibms.org/resource-report/ibms-strategy-report-2022-25.html
Read it here: https://www.ibms.org/resource-report/ibms-strategy-report-2022-25.html
January 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The IBMS has published a review of its 2022–2025 strategy, and set clear priorities for the years ahead.
Read it here: https://www.ibms.org/resource-report/ibms-strategy-report-2022-25.html
Read it here: https://www.ibms.org/resource-report/ibms-strategy-report-2022-25.html
Join us on the 6th February for Training the Trainers/Examiners: Specialist Portfolios, a webinar for trainers and current and future examiners. Attendance is required in order to apply to be a specialist portfolio examiner. Register here:
https://bit.ly/3Mf1UOp
https://bit.ly/3Mf1UOp
January 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Join us on the 6th February for Training the Trainers/Examiners: Specialist Portfolios, a webinar for trainers and current and future examiners. Attendance is required in order to apply to be a specialist portfolio examiner. Register here:
https://bit.ly/3Mf1UOp
https://bit.ly/3Mf1UOp
A new paper in the British Journal of Biomedical Science reports distinct gut microbiota profiles across Sarawak Indigenous, Selangor Indigenous and Kuala Lumpur urban cohorts, contributing new insight into how environment and lifestyle shape microbial diversity.
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4agAsJg
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4agAsJg
January 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM
A new paper in the British Journal of Biomedical Science reports distinct gut microbiota profiles across Sarawak Indigenous, Selangor Indigenous and Kuala Lumpur urban cohorts, contributing new insight into how environment and lifestyle shape microbial diversity.
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4agAsJg
🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4agAsJg
AI and robotic technologies are being trialled by NHS England to support earlier detection of lung cancer, combining AI-led scan analysis with robot-assisted biopsies.
🔗 Read more via The Guardian: https://bit.ly/49Sw0PC
🔗 Read more via The Guardian: https://bit.ly/49Sw0PC
January 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
AI and robotic technologies are being trialled by NHS England to support earlier detection of lung cancer, combining AI-led scan analysis with robot-assisted biopsies.
🔗 Read more via The Guardian: https://bit.ly/49Sw0PC
🔗 Read more via The Guardian: https://bit.ly/49Sw0PC
The Rising Star Award is part of the IBMS Awards.
If you know a biomedical scientist who’s going above and beyond, this is an opportunity to help them gain the recognition they deserve.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026. Find out more and submit an entry at https://ibmsawards.org
If you know a biomedical scientist who’s going above and beyond, this is an opportunity to help them gain the recognition they deserve.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026. Find out more and submit an entry at https://ibmsawards.org
January 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The Rising Star Award is part of the IBMS Awards.
If you know a biomedical scientist who’s going above and beyond, this is an opportunity to help them gain the recognition they deserve.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026. Find out more and submit an entry at https://ibmsawards.org
If you know a biomedical scientist who’s going above and beyond, this is an opportunity to help them gain the recognition they deserve.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026. Find out more and submit an entry at https://ibmsawards.org
On a Harvey’s Lab Tour at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, Scarlett used beads and gel to explore blood groups and blood components.
Does your team run tours like this? You can apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year via the IBMS Awards: https://ibmsawards.org
Read more: https://bit.ly/3NCVHwa
Does your team run tours like this? You can apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year via the IBMS Awards: https://ibmsawards.org
Read more: https://bit.ly/3NCVHwa
January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
On a Harvey’s Lab Tour at Sheffield Children’s Hospital, Scarlett used beads and gel to explore blood groups and blood components.
Does your team run tours like this? You can apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year via the IBMS Awards: https://ibmsawards.org
Read more: https://bit.ly/3NCVHwa
Does your team run tours like this? You can apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year via the IBMS Awards: https://ibmsawards.org
Read more: https://bit.ly/3NCVHwa
🧬✨A long time ago, in a laboratory far, far away… 🧙♂️
Wise words from a small green scientist 😄✨
Wise words from a small green scientist 😄✨
January 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
🧬✨A long time ago, in a laboratory far, far away… 🧙♂️
Wise words from a small green scientist 😄✨
Wise words from a small green scientist 😄✨
IBMS Awards 2026 nominations are open.
A new article on the IBMS website shares practical tips on what makes a strong nomination, from focusing on impact to using evidence effectively.
Deadline: 6 February 2026
https://www.ibms.org/resource/what-makes-a-strong-ibms-awards-nomination.html
A new article on the IBMS website shares practical tips on what makes a strong nomination, from focusing on impact to using evidence effectively.
Deadline: 6 February 2026
https://www.ibms.org/resource/what-makes-a-strong-ibms-awards-nomination.html
January 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM
IBMS Awards 2026 nominations are open.
A new article on the IBMS website shares practical tips on what makes a strong nomination, from focusing on impact to using evidence effectively.
Deadline: 6 February 2026
https://www.ibms.org/resource/what-makes-a-strong-ibms-awards-nomination.html
A new article on the IBMS website shares practical tips on what makes a strong nomination, from focusing on impact to using evidence effectively.
Deadline: 6 February 2026
https://www.ibms.org/resource/what-makes-a-strong-ibms-awards-nomination.html
This year, the IBMS EDI award is open to individuals and institutions.
If you made an outstanding contribution to supporting a diverse workforce that fosters innovation and success, then you could be the winner in 2026.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026: https://ibmsawards.org
If you made an outstanding contribution to supporting a diverse workforce that fosters innovation and success, then you could be the winner in 2026.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026: https://ibmsawards.org
January 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
This year, the IBMS EDI award is open to individuals and institutions.
If you made an outstanding contribution to supporting a diverse workforce that fosters innovation and success, then you could be the winner in 2026.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026: https://ibmsawards.org
If you made an outstanding contribution to supporting a diverse workforce that fosters innovation and success, then you could be the winner in 2026.
The deadline for entries is Friday, 6 February 2026: https://ibmsawards.org
From Knowing to Showing: Evidence that proves practice will be hosted by Donna Torrance and take place on the 29th January.
The webinar will cover the evidence requirements for the version 5 specialist portfolios and how to present them.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4jBi1SQ
The webinar will cover the evidence requirements for the version 5 specialist portfolios and how to present them.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4jBi1SQ
January 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM
From Knowing to Showing: Evidence that proves practice will be hosted by Donna Torrance and take place on the 29th January.
The webinar will cover the evidence requirements for the version 5 specialist portfolios and how to present them.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4jBi1SQ
The webinar will cover the evidence requirements for the version 5 specialist portfolios and how to present them.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4jBi1SQ
NHSBT has shared how specialist teams are supporting CAR-T therapy for B-cell ALL, collecting patients’ T-cells and cryopreserving them before re-infusion.
Read more: https://bit.ly/49yIxsF
Read more: https://bit.ly/49yIxsF
January 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM
NHSBT has shared how specialist teams are supporting CAR-T therapy for B-cell ALL, collecting patients’ T-cells and cryopreserving them before re-infusion.
Read more: https://bit.ly/49yIxsF
Read more: https://bit.ly/49yIxsF
If you’re wondering what makes a strong IBMS Awards nomination, we have provided some practical guidance on how to approach your application and what judges are looking for.
With the deadline approaching, now is the time to put yourself, a colleague or a service forward.
https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
With the deadline approaching, now is the time to put yourself, a colleague or a service forward.
https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
January 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
If you’re wondering what makes a strong IBMS Awards nomination, we have provided some practical guidance on how to approach your application and what judges are looking for.
With the deadline approaching, now is the time to put yourself, a colleague or a service forward.
https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
With the deadline approaching, now is the time to put yourself, a colleague or a service forward.
https://bit.ly/4qXMixs
In our next IBMS Support Hub on the 11th February, Sue Jones and Jim Taylor will break down the essentials of building a strong portfolio. They will share practical guidance on how to confidently present your experience, learning and competence.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3LVFotI
Register here: https://bit.ly/3LVFotI
January 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
In our next IBMS Support Hub on the 11th February, Sue Jones and Jim Taylor will break down the essentials of building a strong portfolio. They will share practical guidance on how to confidently present your experience, learning and competence.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3LVFotI
Register here: https://bit.ly/3LVFotI
The IBMS Awards 2026 submission deadline is 9th February.
Now is the time to enter if you are an individual or organisation leading the way in delivering exemplary work in a sustainable manner.
Enter here: https://ibmsawards.org
Now is the time to enter if you are an individual or organisation leading the way in delivering exemplary work in a sustainable manner.
Enter here: https://ibmsawards.org
January 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The IBMS Awards 2026 submission deadline is 9th February.
Now is the time to enter if you are an individual or organisation leading the way in delivering exemplary work in a sustainable manner.
Enter here: https://ibmsawards.org
Now is the time to enter if you are an individual or organisation leading the way in delivering exemplary work in a sustainable manner.
Enter here: https://ibmsawards.org
Northern Care Alliance is recruiting a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) to join its Haematology and Blood Transfusion service in Salford.
A great opportunity to work in a UKAS and MHRA-compliant lab within a large NHS trust.
Apply by 26th January 2026: https://bit.ly/49IivSB
A great opportunity to work in a UKAS and MHRA-compliant lab within a large NHS trust.
Apply by 26th January 2026: https://bit.ly/49IivSB
January 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Northern Care Alliance is recruiting a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) to join its Haematology and Blood Transfusion service in Salford.
A great opportunity to work in a UKAS and MHRA-compliant lab within a large NHS trust.
Apply by 26th January 2026: https://bit.ly/49IivSB
A great opportunity to work in a UKAS and MHRA-compliant lab within a large NHS trust.
Apply by 26th January 2026: https://bit.ly/49IivSB
Now is the time to apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year at the 2026 IBMS Awards.
Nominate yourself, a colleague or a team that deserves recognition.
Last year’s winner Gayle Johnstone said it was “one of the proudest moments of my career.”
https://ibmsawards.org/
Nominate yourself, a colleague or a team that deserves recognition.
Last year’s winner Gayle Johnstone said it was “one of the proudest moments of my career.”
https://ibmsawards.org/
January 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Now is the time to apply for Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year at the 2026 IBMS Awards.
Nominate yourself, a colleague or a team that deserves recognition.
Last year’s winner Gayle Johnstone said it was “one of the proudest moments of my career.”
https://ibmsawards.org/
Nominate yourself, a colleague or a team that deserves recognition.
Last year’s winner Gayle Johnstone said it was “one of the proudest moments of my career.”
https://ibmsawards.org/