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Steering diagnostic innovation to address the unmet needs in managing lung infections in people with cystic fibrosis

On June 5th 2024, the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Syndicate launched their diagnostic target product profiles (TPPs) detailing key characteristics of new tests needed to detect and manage lung infections and exacerbations in CF. The CF AMR Syndicate together with the Newcastle NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC), have undertaken extensive engagement with a broad range of experts across…
Ben Kemp
June 4, 2024
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Funding Competitions Roundup

Members may be interesting in applying for the following funding competitions: UK-Singapore Collaborative R&D 2024 UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £5 million for the purpose of developing innovative proposals with Singapore. You must collaborate with at least one Singapore business applying under the equivalent Enterprise Singapore programme. Health and life sciences applications are especially…
Ben Kemp
June 4, 2024
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Modern Slavery Requirements in Tenders and Evergreen Webinar

Modern Slavery and its elimination is the responsibility of every organisation. There are now mandatory requirements for suppliers participating in tenders around Modern Slavery and this includes writing a Modern Slavery Statement, even if your organisation is not in the previous Modern Slavery Act scope, and also to complete the MSAT (Modern Slavery Assessment Tool). Have you been asked to…
Ben Kemp
May 28, 2024
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DHSC release independent report on prevention in health

DHSC have released the report 'Making prevention everyone's business', which sets out the recommendations of Professor John Deanfield CBE, for a more ambitious prevention service. This was undertaken in his role as the inaugural Government Champion for Personalised Prevention between March 2023 and March 2024. Professor Deanfield presents digital technologies as the key to delivering personalised prevention at scale. He…
Ben Kemp
May 28, 2024
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General Election called for 4 July

The Prime Minister has called a UK general election for 4 July. We now enter the pre-election period where Parliamentary activity ceases. While the business of government continues, the civil service's activity is now restricted. BIVDA are well-prepared for this election having fostered good relations with the Opposition, while maintaining strong links with the current Government. BIVDA looks forward to…
Ben Kemp
May 28, 2024
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Helen meets with Wes Streeting

This week, Lord Darzi invited Helen to a life science dinner roundtable, also attended by Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting, as a sector expert to discuss challenges in the life sciences industry, including the economy, costs, waiting lists, data, and partnerships with industry. Feedback was also provided on Labour’s plan for the life sciences sector. Helen said, "The IVD sector…
Ben Kemp
May 22, 2024
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