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UK Science & Technology Capability Survey – Government Office for Science

The Technology Insights, Futures and Foresight unit of the Government Office for Science, are assessing the UK’s capability in science and technology (S&T), in areas including facilities, expertise, resources and regulation. They need your expert knowledge to help with this important research. This survey is an opportunity to contribute to informing the Government about issues, opportunities, and trends within UK S&T, and…
Ben Kemp
January 28, 2025
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Big changes at the top of UKHSA

Dame Jenny Harries has announced she will step down as UK Health Security Agency’s Chief Executive in early summer. UKHSA’s Chief Scientific Officer, Professor Isabel Oliver, will also leave the organisation. Dame Jenny was appointed as UKHSA’s first Chief Executive in April 2021 and led the  newly-formed health security organisation during the COVID-19 pandemic.  She was responsible for protecting the…
Ben Kemp
January 28, 2025
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Nine more hospitals will be joining its opt-out HIV testing programme

An additional nine hospitals will be joining NHS England’s opt-out HIV testing programme as a result of government funding announced in November. This will bring the total number of hospitals funded to routinely test anyone who has their blood taken in their emergency department for HIV to 89. New hospitals set to benefit from funding are those in or near…
Ben Kemp
January 28, 2025
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New BIVDA partnership grants members access to leading life sciences webinars

BIVDA have secured a new partnership with the UK's leading training platform for the life sciences sector, the Life Sciences Access Academy. This expands on our previous partnership and will now provide BIVDA members with access to ALL content on their platform. The LSAA learning platform is your ultimate destination for all things learning and professional development. No matter your…
Ben Kemp
January 28, 2025