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Let's take a guided tour of of the Cellular Pathology services in Winchester 🏥🔬 From training the next generation of biomedical scientists to embracing digital pathology and innovative tracking systems, this lab is evolving to meet demand.⬇️ thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/03/03/m...

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The first episode of Shaping Diagnostics is now live! Join IBMS members Saghar Missaghian-Cully and Angela Jean Francois (London Council Member) as they discuss their leadership journeys, careers in pathology, and the future of diagnostics. spoti.fi/4gnEOOV

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Join our next IBMS Support Hub on 19 March from 12pm-1pm. Featuring Jim Taylor, this session will explore how to design clear assessment tasks that set students up for success. Register here: bit.ly/4i0e2xy

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🚨 BBC report on inconsistent PSA test results raises serious concerns 🚨 At-home prostate cancer tests can give misleading results, risking false reassurance or unnecessary anxiety. IBMS calls for stronger regulation & public awareness: www.ibms.org/resources/ne... @jimreedbbc.bsky.social

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A team from the Institute of Cancer Research have created a targeted way to help those with inflammatory bowel disease avoid unnecessary surgery, and better support those at risk. 👇 thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/03/03/a...

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Celebrate hashtag#CPDWeek2025 by strengthening your understanding of CPD audits. On 6th March, Natalie Berrie will lead a free HCPC webinar covering CPD audits, what they involve and how to approach them. Register now: bit.ly/4i3kh38

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📢 Cases of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) have doubled in 20 years — yet there are no UK guidelines for managing this aggressive skin cancer. Dr. Tom Andrew discusses an AI-based tool that could predict severity & personalise care. 🔬🤖 Read more ⬇️ thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/01/30/p...

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Our next Training Officer Support Forum will be held on Tuesday, 4th March 2025, at 12pm, hosted by Una Porter. These drop-in sessions are a great opportunity to discuss training plans, verification preparation, and more. www.ibms.org/resources/ev...

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Join us on 18th March, from 12-1pm, for an introduction to the newly developed POCT specialist portfolio. Register here: bit.ly/4iec0t4

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New recommendations published in The Biomedical Scientist and The Lancet Digital Health highlight the need for transparency in medical AI. Ensuring datasets represent everyone helps improve safety and effectiveness in healthcare. bit.ly/41eUwWM

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Catch up with February's IBMS Support Hub. It features Phil Newton talking about AI in Education, Training, and Assessment. The full video and supporting documents can be found here: www.ibms.org/resources/we...

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🏄‍♂️☀️ Fresh start in paradise? Pathlab is hiring a Pathology Assistant in Tauranga, NZ. Work-life balance, stunning beaches & adventure at your doorstep. 🌊🏝️https://bit.ly/43bGGHg

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🔬 Schistocyte or fragment? The importance of correct identification 🩸 Principal Biomedical Scientist Nicki Lawrence breaks down four case studies highlighting why urgent identification & escalation matter👇 thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/01/30/b... #Haematology #Morphology #BloodFilm

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Nominations for Scotland's Chief Scientific Officer Awards 2025 close tomorrow. View this year's category list and make your nominations here ➡️ www.hcstraining.nhs.scot/news/scotlan... @catherinemross.bsky.social

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Our next Training for Trainers: Specialists event will take place on Thursday 20th March at 9.30 am. It will provide information on Brightspace and the Specialist Portfolios. bit.ly/4i4WDmH

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NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is looking for a Reference Laboratory Manager - RCI to join their team in Liverpool. To find out more and apply, click the link below: bit.ly/41jaKPU

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Roses are red 🌹 Pipettes are blue IBMS members Love to cure you 🔬 ❤️ Happy Valentine's Day members ❤️

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Our next IBMS Support Hub is just one week away. Join us on 19 February from 12pm-1pm, featuring Professor Phil Newton, as we explore the transformative role of AI in education, training, and assessment. Register now: bit.ly/3CQnPGZ

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How do biomedical scientists support one of Europe's largest stem cell transplant centres? The Wolfson Cellular Therapy Unit at UCLH processes 600+ donor units a year and is evolving to meet the rise of gene therapies. Read more: bit.ly/4hwDWZj

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Today marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. With 67% of biomedical scientists in the UK being women, we celebrate their impact on healthcare & inspire the next generation. www.ibms.org/resources/ne... #WomenInSTEM

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How can educators adapt assessments to the rise of AI? 🤖📚 A new paper by Prof. Philip Newton & Dr. Sue Jones explores the impact of ChatGPT on biomedical science education & training. Read more: bit.ly/4jQL840 #AIinEducation #BiomedicalScience #ChatGPT

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"Microbiological urine culture: the effect of container, time and temperature". In this month's Biomedical Scientist, a team from Health Services Laboratories discuss two experiments that look at sample integrity and stability (16 min read): thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/01/30/m...

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The NHSBT-led RESTORE trial, the first to transfuse lab-grown red blood cells into humans, has been featured in The New Yorker. This significant research could transform transfusion medicine and future treatments. bit.ly/4hElf5E

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The #AHAwards celebrates its 20th year in 2025. The awards celebrate best practice, innovation, impact and leadership in healthcare. Time is running out to nominate someone inspirational you think deserves recognition. The deadline for entries is 14th February. ahawards.co.uk

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Biomedical scientists are key to NHS reform — cutting waiting times, expanding diagnostics & driving digital transformation. We’re ready to work with @NHSEngland & policymakers to deliver real change. Read more 👉 www.ibms.org/resources/ne... #IBMS #NHSReform #BiomedicalScience

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🚀 IBMS Congress 2025 is here 🚀 More content, more opportunities, and our biggest exhibition yet. 🔬 Cutting-edge education 📢 Expert-led plenaries 🎓 Bursaries available Read more and see the full programme: bit.ly/40C56Hc #IBMSCongress2025 #BiomedicalScience

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Our second IBMS Support Hub of 2025 takes place on 19th February, from 12pm-1pm. Featuring Professor Phil Newton, this session will explore the transformative role of AI in Education, Training, and Assessment. Register here: bit.ly/4jtjav3

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Our next Training Officer Support Forum will be held on Tuesday, 4th February 2025, at 12pm, hosted by Victoria Moyse. These drop-in sessions are a great opportunity to discuss training plans, verification preparation, and more. Register here: bit.ly/4g7F83R

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Last year, the incredibly ambitious Human Cell Atlas published more than 40 peer-reviewed papers taking an in-depth look at the work carried out on the project to date. On the back of this, we look at the progress made and the potential future impact: thebiomedicalscientist.net/2024/12/23/h...

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This #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek, we are highlighting the need for equitable cervical cancer screening. Our report with BD discusses how self-sampling and innovative technologies can help improve access and outcomes. Read it here: www.ibms.org/resources/ne...

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This #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek, we want to highlight the challenges in cervical screening and the role digital cytology could play in tackling backlogs and workforce shortages, and improving patient care. Read our 2024 paper here:: bit.ly/42kDj0r

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So I got a REALLY good Immunology exam result of 90.5%! A much needed boost a pretty poor reflective assignment result. Still, I’m joining the @ibmscience.bsky.social reflective learning webinar on Wednesday to develop skills and I’m loving micro + cell path. #BMSsky #biomedicalscience

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In this month's My Lab, we take a guided tour of Nottingham’s Cellular Pathology services, which has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past two and a half years: thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/01/20/m...

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We spoke to Olivia, an aspiring biomedical scientist preparing for a career in both military and healthcare science. Her journey includes RAF training, NHS lab experience, and an IBMS-accredited degree. bit.ly/4ahkFbw

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Congratulations to this year's IBMS President's Prize winners - some of the highest achievers on IBMS accredited university courses from across the country. We look forward to you joining the profession: www.ibms.org/resources/ne...

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🌟 Generative AI in Higher Education by Nigel J. Francis, Sue Jones (IBMS Executive Head of Education), & David P. Smith explores AI’s potential for personalised learning & the challenges it brings for academic integrity. Read more: bit.ly/3Wgn3tw #GenerativeAI #HigherEducation #IBMS

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The IBMS welcomes the government’s new #ElectiveCare plan. Our response explains how diagnostic capacity, digital transformation, and a robust biomedical science workforce is vital to help deliver faster, more equitable care: ibms.org/resources/ne...

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IBMS Fellow Stephen Merridew receives BEM for over 45 years of service. His career, as biomedical scientist and training manager, exemplifies the vital role of #BiomedicalScience within the NHS. Read more about Stephen: www.ibms.org/resources/ne... #HonoursList #BEM

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In this month's My Lab, we take a guided tour of the proteins laboratory at the Black Country Pathology Services. The proteins lab offers specialised tests that require skilled biomedical scientists to read and report. thebiomedicalscientist.net/2024/12/09/p...

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We are pleased to announce Dr. Sarah Pitt as IBMS President Elect as of 1st January 2025. Her Presidency will commence in 2026. Learn more: www.ibms.org/resources/ne...

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The last blog of 2024 is brought to you by Sue Smith. This blog is essential for anyone wanting to sit the challenging ASD in Cytopathology. Learning from her experience will provide a valuable tool for you! Well done @ibmscience.bsky.social www.britishcytology.org.uk/blog/my-expe...

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The Great Big Biomedical Scientist Quiz 2024 – Round 1: Clinical Chemistry Presented by the IBMS Specialist Advisory Panels - test your knowledge and broaden your expertise. Check out the full quiz and scroll to the end for the answers: thebiomedicalscientist.net/2024/11/27/g...

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IBMS Chief Executive David Wells spoke to Cancer Research UK about the role healthcare scientists can play in delivering the genomic revolution. bit.ly/4fe8Eon

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The British Journal of Biomedical Science (BJBS) is seeking a Deputy Editor to assist the Editor-in-Chief in the general day-to-day running of the journal. The deadline for applications is Friday 31 January 2025. bit.ly/3D2iLPI

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The first episode of Shaping Diagnostics is now live! Join IBMS members Saghar Missaghian-Cully and Angela Jean Francois (London Council Member) as they discuss their leadership journeys, careers in pathology, and the future of diagnostics. spoti.fi/4gnEOOV

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Our next Training Officer Support Forum will be held on Tuesday, 7th January 2025, at 12pm, hosted by Catherine Lorenzen. These drop-in sessions are a great opportunity to discuss training plans, verification preparation, and more. Register here: bit.ly/3OGTQ6B

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Join us for the next IBMS Support Hub on 11th December, featuring guest speaker FS Stuart Hill. This session will focus on military biomedical scientist careers in the armed forces. Register now: bit.ly/4gRfIt9

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The Biomedical Scientist explores how the Greater Manchester Diagnostics Network is transforming pathology. With 54% of their cellular pathology now digitised, the programme is delivering faster diagnoses, integrating AI, and streamlining workflows to benefit both patients and staff. bit.ly/3VmHrsy

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On behalf of the biomedical science profession, the IBMS has submitted its response to the NHSE Change Consultation, helping to shape the 10-Year Health Plan. Read our submission here: www.ibms.org/resources/ne...

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The winner of the IBMS Awards 2024 for Training and Development was HCA Healthcare UK Laboratories. Can your team follow in their footsteps? Entries for the IBMS Awards 2025 are now open: bit.ly/3ZdriXp

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