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Have what it takes to be UKCA Sub-Group Chair or Vice Chair? Apply now!

  BIVDA is seeking a new Chair and Vice Chair of the UKCA Sub-Group to help lead the group during this critical time for regulatory advocacy. This is your opportunity to help the industry navigate the MHRA's updated UK Medical Device Regulations and other regulatory challenges. The Chair and Vice Chair will help to: Organise and co-ordinate our member responses…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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NIHR provides £30 million extension funding for Innovation Accelerator programme

Innovate UK has announced £30 million of extension funding to the Innovation Accelerator (IA) programme which is helping to shape the future of UK industrial strategy. The programme focuses on locally-led innovation that drives economic growth and technological advancement across three key UK regions: Glasgow City Region Greater Manchester West Midlands The IA programme is led by Innovate UK on…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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BIVDA hold AGM in London

Last Wednesday, BIVDA welcomed members, stakeholders and partners to our 2025 AGM held at One Great George Street, Westminster. The event began with the annual report on BIVDA's progress from Chief Executive, Helen Dent, compared against BIVDA's three-year strategy unveiled the previous year. The meeting also marked Helen's first year in her role. Amongst the business of the day was…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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New BIVDA Chair appointed

We are delighted to announce that Richard Hames (Werfen UK) has been elected as the new Chair of BIVDA. Richard, a longstanding member of BIVDA’s board, brings extensive experience in the diagnostics industry. His leadership will be fundamental as we continue advocating for the sector at the highest levels and delivering on our strategic goals for members. Richard will serve…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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NIHR – i4i programme funding window opens on 9th April

The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme invites applications to enhance timely access to care through the development, clinical validation and/or real-world evidence generation of transformative and disruptive technologies. This funding opportunity, therefore, supports the development of innovative health technologies aimed at reducing waiting times and waiting lists for individuals in need of care, in any setting. This is a one-stage,…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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Call for evidence: Financing and Scaling UK Science and Technology: Innovation, Investment, Industry

The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has launched an inquiry into Financing and Scaling UK Science and Technology: Innovation, Investment, Industry. Submissions are welcome until 23:59, Friday, 9 May 2025. The Committee is keen to explore strategic questions around the UK’s science and technology priorities; and the role of public sector investment, private sector investment, and governmental policy…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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First Women in DiagnostiXX event held by BIVDA

Last week, we were delighted to host the inaugural Women in DiagnostiXX event at our London offices. Organised by Lucy Lehane of Lehane Consulting, the day featured talks and panel discussion on equality, empowerment and career development from influential women in the diagnostics sector. Women from various parts of the sector came together to explore key topics, such as inspiring young…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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New Vice Chair of BIVDA’s Infectious Disease Working Party needed

Former chair of the group, Charlotte Duncan has announced she will be standing down.  Current vice-chair, Jayne Ellis will be stepping up as chair. If you are interested in taking on the role of vice-chair,  please submit a short biography and a paragraph on why you would like to be considered for the role to paul.fisher@bivda.org.uk. For an informal chat, please contact…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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BIVDA’s Dr Jayne Ellis speaks at UKHSA Conference 2025

BIVDA's Scientific Advisor, Dr Jayne Ellis, delivered a presentation at this week's UKHSA Conference 2025. Dr Ellis examined diagnostic innovation in the post-pandemic era, covering BIVDA's paper on procurement of diagnostic tests during the pandemic and current gaps in pandemic preparedness. Learning these lessons is vital to ensure the UK can respond robustly to the next pandemic. Dr Ellis also…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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