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BIVDA Webinar: What could quantum sensing mean for the future of IVDs? Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA Webinar: What could quantum sensing mean for the future of IVDs?

BIVDA members are invited to join experts from the Q-BIOMED hub for an interactive session on Tuesday 16th June at 1pm - 2pm on how quantum sensing technologies could reshape the way disease is detected, measured, and understood across clinical pathways. This webinar will unpack the science behind these emerging approaches in an accessible way, asking questions such as: how…
Ben Kemp
April 27, 2026
BIVDA welcomes new members: Molbio Diagnostics, OPD (Oxford Product Design) and Imprinted Diagnostics Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA welcomes new members: Molbio Diagnostics, OPD (Oxford Product Design) and Imprinted Diagnostics

This week, we are pleased to welcome three new members to our community: Molbio Diagnostics, OPD (Oxford Product Design) and Imprinted Diagnostics. Imprinted Diagnostics have created a portable blood test for high sensitivity troponin I for use in a pre-hospital environment, with a mission to deliver fast, accurate diagnosis anywhere; saving lives and closing the healthcare gap in underserved regions.…
Ben Kemp
April 24, 2026
NHS Supply Chain Market Engagement Notice: In-Vitro Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing & Pathology Services Membership NewsMembership News ArchiveProcurement Working PartyProcurement Working Party Archive

NHS Supply Chain Market Engagement Notice: In-Vitro Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing & Pathology Services

NHS Supply Chain intends to launch a National Framework Agreement for the provision of In-Vitro Diagnostic Devices, Point of Care Testing Products & Related Pathology Services, this will include: - Pathology Managed Services - Reagent Rental Agreements - Pathology Maintenance Services - Pathology Software - Pathology Outsourced Services (Referral Testing Services) - Core Laboratory Equipment, Instruments & Consumables, to cover…
Ben Kemp
April 15, 2026
Register – OLS & DBT UK-India Free Trade Agreement: Life Sciences Roundtable Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Register – OLS & DBT UK-India Free Trade Agreement: Life Sciences Roundtable

BIVDA members are invited to participate in a focused roundtable exploring the UK–India Free Trade Agreement and the emerging opportunities for Life Sciences businesses across pharmaceuticals, medical technology, and healthcare. The event is being run by the Office for Life Sciences (OLS) and the Department of Business and Trade (DBT) and is being hosted in the BIVDA office. This session…
Ben Kemp
April 15, 2026
BIVDA Glue Up user guide for members Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA Glue Up user guide for members

To assist members with navigating our new membership platform, Glue Up, we have produced a helpful user guide for members. This should help members to make the most of Glue Up – from getting involved in events to ensuring you receive all of the comms you need. Sections covered are: My Glue Up homepage, Member Directory, Events, Membership, Subscriptions and…
Ben Kemp
April 15, 2026
2 weeks to go to until BIVDA’s Spring Sustainability Seminar Membership NewsMembership News Archive

2 weeks to go to until BIVDA’s Spring Sustainability Seminar

There are only 2 weeks to go until BIVDA's Spring Sustainability Seminar. The seminar takes place on Tuesday 28th April 2026 at 10am - 4pm and provides BIVDA members with the opportunity to hear the latest information on social value, NHS sustainability goals, and Net Zero affecting IVDs with key stakeholders, including: Heidi Barnard, Head of Sustainability, NHS Supply Chain…
Ben Kemp
April 13, 2026
Chinese manufacturer seeking distribution partnership with UK companies Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Chinese manufacturer seeking distribution partnership with UK companies

Following on from BIVDA's role in the government's IVD mission to China, we have been contacted by a Chinese manufacturer, Shanghai GeneoDx Biotech, who are seeking a distribution partner in the UK for their products, including TP3, monkeypox assays, POC products and tumour methylation instruments. They are also looking to partner with UK IVD companies with mature products and early…
Ben Kemp
April 10, 2026
Attend the MedTech Summit on 15–18 June 2026 Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Attend the MedTech Summit on 15–18 June 2026

Are you ready to navigate the complexities of EU MDR, IVDR, SaMD, AI, and global markets? The MedTech Summit 2026 is your ultimate destination for actionable insights, regulatory guidance, and unparalleled networking opportunities. It takes place on 15–18 June 2026 at JW Marriott Hotel, Berlin, Germany. Why Attend? - High-Value Discussions: Gain clarity on the latest updates in EU MDR,…
Ben Kemp
April 10, 2026
NIHR’s i4i Product Development Awards (PDA) NICE early use funding opportunity launches Funding OpportunitiesMembership NewsMembership News Archive

NIHR’s i4i Product Development Awards (PDA) NICE early use funding opportunity launches

NIHR's i4i Product Development Awards (PDA) NICE early use funding opportunity launched last week. Outline applications are welcome for the awards aimed at generating real world evidence for products that have been recommended for early use in the NHS through NICE early use assessment (previously known as early value assessment). This is a two-stage funding opportunity. To apply for the first…
Ben Kemp
April 10, 2026
A week to go until Power to Disrupt: Leaders in POCT Diagnostics – 5th May 2026 Membership NewsMembership News Archive

A week to go until Power to Disrupt: Leaders in POCT Diagnostics – 5th May 2026

There is only a week to go until Power to Disrupt: Leaders in POCT Diagnostics on Tuesday 5th May 2026 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel, Birmingham. The exhibition will open around 8.30am, with the first session at 9.15am and a finish time of around 4.30-5pm. You can find the agenda below: Session 1 David Thorne - Transformation Director at Well…
Ben Kemp
April 10, 2026