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BIVDA-led coalition calls for testing to tackle AMR

The BIVDA-led consensus statement calling for testing to tackle AMR was released on Monday. After many months of organisation, including incorporating feedback following our Parliamentary roundtable, we are delighted by the final product. BIVDA remain committed to leading the agenda on utilising diagnostics in the battle against AMR and will make sure to follow up on the outcomes that arise…
Dawn
February 28, 2024
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Dementia biomarkers identified as hopes rise for early blood test

The discovery of new biomarkers have given researchers hope that a blood test can be developed which can detect dementia in patients up to ten years earlier than a formal diagnosis. The developments were made following analysis of samples from the 50,000 healthy individuals who are participating in the UK Biobank project. Examination of the blood revealed patterns of four…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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£100m boost in AI research to propel innovations

Nine new research hubs located across the UK will deliver revolutionary AI technologies while a further 10 scoping studies will help to define responsible AI. The hubs will provide focused investment that will enable AI to evolve and tackle complex problems across applications from healthcare treatments to power-efficient electronics. From combating cyber threats, to supporting better health treatments and delivering…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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AMS Cross-sector Experience Award Scheme

As part of the Academy of Medical Sciences’ Cross-Sector Programme, the Academy is offering competitive funding through their new scheme: Cross-Sector Experience Awards. This funding scheme, offering up to £100,000, is targeted at those who want to experience working in a different organisation to their own, to develop their understanding of a new sector, gain additional skills and foster new…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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Life Science Access Academy monthly free webinars

BIVDA members have access to two free, bespoke webinars courtesy of our association with the Life Science Access Academy. Please email ben.kemp@bivda.org.uk if you would like to receive the links. The NHS and Social Value: what do life sciences need to know? The inclusion of social value within public procurement requirements is a pivotal shift in approach for UK Government…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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Reminder: Invention for Innovation – Connect 8 – Funding Competition

A reminder that this funding competition only has one week left to go! The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme invites proposals to Call 8 of its researcher-led Connect. Connect is aimed at small and medium-sized med-tech enterprises (SMEs) in need of a funding boost to reach their next stage in the development pathway and accelerate the development of promising medical technologies. Offering…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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Evidence Based Early Diagnosis Conference 2024

The British Medical Journal, the University of St Andrews, and Oxford University are co-hosting an Evidence Based Early Diagnosis (EBED) Conference on the 29th – 31st May 2024 at the University of St Andrews. The MHRA’s Joseph Burt will be a panellist on 29th May, sharing his perspective on regulations can be an enabler to early diagnosis and the fundamentals…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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Registration open for MHRA MedTech Regulatory Reform Webinar: 05/03/24

  The webinar will give information about the MHRA's intentions for the future medical device regulations, with presentations on: updates to the scope of the regulations changes to the Classification of General Medical Devices, in vitro Diagnostic Devices and Software as a Medical Device changes to Essential Requirements. This webinar will provide manufacturers, trade associations and healthcare professionals with an opportunity to…
Dawn
February 14, 2024
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