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Ensuring NHS Scotland provides the best environment to support clinical research so patients can benefit from new and better treatments. https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · Jan 8
NHS Research Scotland is now posting on Bluesky! We support the placement, setup and delivery of clinical research studies and innovative research collaborations so that patients can benefit from breakthrough treatments.

As an introduction to our work, check out some recent updates and news 👇
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 4h
📢 Registration is now open for 'Bridging the Gap: An NHS Research Scotland and Chief Scientist Office research day for orthopaedics'.

Find out more 🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/calendar/bridging-the-gap-an-nhs-research-scotland-and-chief-scientist-office-research-day-for-orthopaedics
Promotional graphic for 'Bridging the Gap: An NHS Research Scotland and Chief Scientist Office research day for orthopaedics' on 26 November from 9 AM to 4:30 PM at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Edinburgh. Includes an image of a medical team in surgery and a magnified view of a microscope slide. NHS Research Scotland logo displayed. Free to attend. Visit nrs.org.uk/calendar for more information.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 1d
@nihr.bsky.social and the UK Office for Life Sciences are collaborating to support the delivery of drug and alcohol addiction research.

Between September — January, funding opportunities will open for applications.

Read more 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/cwse8t7w
Person smiling at the camera in a workshop setting with peers seated in background. The image includes the logo and text for NIHR-Addiction Healthcare Goals Partnership.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 4d
To mark September’s Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network pledged to raise awareness of the disease and other types of dementia by undertaking a fresh online initiative.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Wqy76R
Image featuring Dr. Rosie Ashworth of NHS Research Scotland, alongside the quote: "These three short animations are another way of showing people some of the work we do, and we hope that they help start more conversations about meaningful involvement of people with lived experience."
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 4d
The @nihr.bsky.social Research Programme for Social Care is running two free events in Scotland in October for researchers who are considering applying for funding in this area.

Register to attend 🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/calendar/nihr-research-programme-for-social-care-events
Promotional image for upcoming Research Programme for Social Care Events. Includes dates and locations: Glasgow Caledonian University on 29th October, 1-4pm, and University of Edinburgh (School of Social Work) on 30th October, 10am-3pm. Event type noted as in-person. Link provided for more information: www.nrs.org.uk/calendar.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 4d
@prostatecanceruk.bsky.social‬ are offering funding to support bold, innovative research projects that have the real potential to impact the way prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated.

Apply 🔗 https://prostatecanceruk.org/research/for-researchers/funding-opportunities/research-innovation-awards
Promotional banner for Prostate Cancer UK's Research Innovation Awards stating "FUNDING CALL NOW OPEN - APPLY NOW," with icons representing various medical professionals.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 5d
Applications are now open for the Chief Scientist Office (CSO) of the Scottish Government's NHS Researcher Development Fellowship.

The closing date for applications is midday on Wednesday 17 December 🔗 https://www.cso.scot.nhs.uk/fellowship-funding/csonhsrdf/
Promotional banner for NHS Researcher Development Fellowship by Chief Scientist Office, featuring two healthcare professionals smiling and conversing, with details about the fellowship and a deadline posted as 17 December. Additional link to read more at www.cso.scot.nhs.uk. Text reads: "The NHS Researcher Development Fellowship is an introductory fellowship aimed at NHS employees currently working as a Nurse, Midwife, Allied Health Professional, Pharmacist, Healthcare Scientist or other in a clinical role to enable them to explore research as part of their existing NHS role."
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 5d
Applications are now open for the next intake of Chief Scientist Office (CSO) of the Scottish Government Clinical Academic Fellowships.

Find out more about the scheme, and apply by midday on Wednesday 19 November 🔗 https://www.cso.scot.nhs.uk/clinical-academic-fellowship-now-open-for-applications/
Promotional graphic for the Clinical Academic Fellowship by the Chief Scientist Office. Features a smiling individual with glasses leaning against a brick wall, alongside key information about the fellowship's application details and deadline, and a link to the CSO website where this information is also available.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 5d
The NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network (NRS NDN) has underlined its commitment to involving people with lived experience by supporting the co-production of a trio of informative animated videos.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Wqy76R
Promotional banner for NHS Research Scotland featuring a graphic of a globe, highlighting new Partners in Research videos, with a link to more information available at nrs.org.uk/news. Published on 6 October 2025.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 6d
@hralatest.bsky.social has published final guidance to accompany the updated clinical trials regulations which come into force across all four nations of the UK (Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales) on 28 April 2026.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/4nF3oz3
Announcement graphic from NHS Research Scotland detailing the publication of the Final Health Research Authority (HRA) Clinical Trials Guidance on October 2, 2025. The image shows medical icons and a link to more information at nrs.org.uk/news.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 6d
Abstract submissions are open for Scotland's 2026 Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) event.

Presentation and poster abstracts, as well as workshop proposals, are being accepted until Friday 31 October.

Submit now 🔗 https://bit.ly/42dY5Of
Promotional banner for the NHS Research Scotland Patient and Public Involvement Event on 3rd March 2026 at Stirling Court Hotel, University of Stirling from 10:00 to 16:00. Features the NHS Research Scotland logo and photographs showing a speaker addressing an audience and a person smiling at the camera. A link to more information is provided, www.nrs.org.uk/calendar.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 6d
@nrs-mh.bsky.social is welcoming all who are interested and involved with mental health research in Scotland to attend their conference — with Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing, MSP Tom Arthur giving the opening address.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/484O1Lk
Image of Dr Donald MacIntyre, Network Director (Mental Health) for NHS Research Scotland, alongside the quote: "We are honoured to have the Minister, Mr Arthur, kicking off the meeting for our highly engaged audience, whether attending in-person or virtually."
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 7d
📢 Registration is now open for 'Bridging the Gap: An NHS Research Scotland and Chief Scientist Office research day for orthopaedics'.

Find out more 🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/calendar/bridging-the-gap-an-nhs-research-scotland-and-chief-scientist-office-research-day-for-orthopaedics
Promotional graphic for 'Bridging the Gap: An NHS Research Scotland and Chief Scientist Office research day for orthopaedics' on 26 November from 9 AM to 4:30 PM at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, Edinburgh. Includes an image of a medical team in surgery and a magnified view of a microscope slide. NHS Research Scotland logo displayed. Free to attend. Visit nrs.org.uk/calendar for more information.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 7d
@nrs-mh.bsky.social is hosting its Annual Scientific Meeting next month in an accessible hybrid format, proudly boasting a strong line-up of speakers.

Read more 🔗 https://bit.ly/484O1Lk
Image showing an individual delivering a speech to an audience at a conference. Text includes the headline "Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing joins Annual Scientific Meeting line-up", with details available on NHS Research Scotland's website. Published on 30 September 2025.
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The Research and Development Forum @therdforum.bsky.social · 8d
Did you miss our recent newsletter - read here:https://buff.ly/p0Mt4cm
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Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre @dhi-scotland.com · 8d
October is Health Literacy Month!

NHS Scotland Library & Knowledge Services invite you to join a series of short, interactive sessions focused on finding, understanding, & communicating reliable health information

Upcoming Sessions (7-9 Oct)

👉Book your place here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 10d
📢 Poster abstract and exhibitor opportunities are available for the ‪@nrs-mh.bsky.social‬ Annual Scientific Meeting. Submissions close 10 October.

🔗 https://www.nhsresearchscotland.org.uk/research-areas/mental-health/training-and-events/nhs-research-scotland-mental-health-annual-scientific-meeting
Promotional graphic for the NHS Research Scotland Mental Health Annual Scientific Meeting on 30 October 2025 at the Technology and Innovation Centre, University of Strathclyde. Features images of attendees in discussion and crowd scenes from previous events. Includes details for the free in-person event and a link to learn more.
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Research Awareness Grampian @researchawaren1.bsky.social · 11d
@nhsgrampian.bsky.social supports the HPV Equity Study, bringing cervical cancer prevention to underserved communities — including those in HMP Grampian Prison.

HPV vaccination + testing offered to those facing barriers. A step toward inclusive healthcare. 💙

🔗 grampianclinicalresearch.com/news
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 10d
The NIHR Research Programme for Social Care invites proposals from higher education institutions, charities, local authorities/governments and relevant third sector organisations — and will be hosting events in Scotland this month.

Read more 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4hbp2c2t
Promotional image featuring Irina McLean, Health and Social Care Coordinator for NHS Research Scotland. She is outdoors, wearing professional attire, with the NHS Scotland logo and website visible, alongside the quote: "These events will provide a unique opportunity to share ideas, connect with collaborators, and develop research that addresses the complexities of social care. I would strongly encourage colleagues from across practice, research, and academia to take part by registering to attend one of these insightful events."
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 11d
@eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social Edinburgh Clinical Trials Management Course has been running for more than two decades to support the professional development of anyone involved or interested in clinical trial management.

Find out more and register for this year's course 🔗 https://bit.ly/48Kjvqd
Promotional image for the Edinburgh Clinical Trials Management Course 2025, hosted by the universities of Edinburgh and Aberdeen. The image features an audience attending a seminar, viewed from behind, facing a presenter in a room. Event details are included: held on 6-7 November from 9:15 am to 5 pm. More information available at nrs.org.uk/calendar.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 11d
‪@nihr.bsky.social‬ is accepting applications for research into the treatment and management of post-acute infection syndromes and associated conditions🔗 https://www.nihr.ac.uk/funding/post-acute-infection-syndromes-including-long-covid-and-myalgic-encephalomyelitischronic-fatigue-syndrome/2025354
Post-acute infection syndromes, including long COVID and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Funding is available through an EME Application Development Award to develop applications for a Phase 2 platform evaluating interventions for post-acute infection syndromes and associated conditions, including long COVID and myalgic encephalomyelitis/ch...
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 11d
The @nihr.bsky.social Research Programme for Social Care (RPSC) is running two free events in Scotland this month for researchers who are considering applying for funding in this area.

Read more and register 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/4hbp2c2t
Graphic about NHS Research Scotland news, featuring an elderly person and a nurse smiling and conversing, titled 'Scotland events set to encourage researchers to apply for vital social care funding'. Includes link to nrs.org.uk/news for more information, dated 30 September 2025.
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 12d
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
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.
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Aberdeen Centre for Evaluation (formerly HSRU) @ace-aberdeen.bsky.social · 12d
It’s the Edinburgh Clinical Trial Management Course next month. Great educational opportunity for those involved or interested in trial management. Supported by our own Shaun Treweek and CHaRT trial managers Kirsteen, Lynda, Suzanne and Seonaidh. clinical-research-facility.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-cl...
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 12d
A strong programme focussed on setting a progressive new healthcare agenda has been announced for Scotland’s Health Research and Innovation Conference, taking place in Edinburgh this October.

Registration is now open 🔗 https://t.co/Gvmv4uqh1y https://t.co/bY6d8S9UCG
Promotional banner for Scotland's Health Research and Innovation Conference titled "Research Enabled Health Innovation," scheduled for 23 October 2025 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC). Features logos for the Chief Scientist Office and NHS Scotland, with imagery including a heart rate line, medical professionals in discussion, and a registration call-to-action. Visit www.scothric.co.uk for more information. #ScotHRIC25
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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 12d
Applications are now open for the next intake of Chief Scientist Office (CSO) of the Scottish Government Clinical Academic Fellowships.

Find out more about the scheme, and apply by midday on Wednesday 19 November 🔗 https://www.cso.scot.nhs.uk/clinical-academic-fellowship-now-open-for-applications/
Promotional graphic for the Clinical Academic Fellowship by the Chief Scientist Office. Features a smiling individual with glasses leaning against a brick wall, alongside key information about the fellowship's application details and deadline, and a link to the CSO website where this information is also available.