6 September 2017 (Wednesday) - IBMS Newsletter

The IBMS e-newsletter arrived in my in-box this morning:

The Biomedical Scientist newsletter | 6 September 2017 Add to safe sender | View in browser

A genomic dream Can we be the world leader in genomics? A look at where we are and where we hope to be. Learn more

Human heartbeat in 3D Scientists can now produce 3D data to show the cardiac conduction system in unprecedented detail. READ MORE HIV “game-changer” on the NHS The NHS in England has announced it will give people a drug to dramatically reduce the risk of HIV infection. READ MORE Brain metastases test Researchers are now closer to creating a blood test to identify breast cancer patients at increased risk of developing brain metastases. READ MORE

FEATURE Developing in vitrodiagnostic tests What is the role of laboratory professionals when it comes to developing and implementing tests?  Learn more OPINION “We need to test more people” Werner Leber argues the case for having HIV testing rolled out as standard in high-risk areas. Learn more ADVICE How to… share and promote your research Being part of the public discussion is the responsibility of all researchers. Learn more

If you have research that you would like to publish in The Biomedical Scientist, or you would like to contribute, emailrob.dabrowski@redactive.co.uk

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MY IBMS

HCPC registration renewal reminder The Health and Care Professions Council require all Biomedical Scientists to renew their HCPC registration from 1 September to 30 November 2017. IBMS statement on apprenticeship degrees Read our statement regarding the apprenticeship levy. Life Sciences Industrial Strategy outlines vision for future of healthcare IBMS Deputy CEO Sarah May comments on Sir John Bell’s report outlining details of the UK government’s plan to invest £160 million into the life sciences.

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