Help us broaden the impact of #BiomedicalScienceDay2025 by using our ready-made email and postcode search tool to contact your local MP and encourage them to support the profession and the people #BehindEveryTest #AtTheHeartOfHealthcare: www.ibms.org/resources/bi...

IBMS, LabMed and RCPath have come together to strengthen oversight of assay performance across UK laboratories. Read the new joint guidance: www.ibms.org/resources/ne... #LaboratoryMedicine #AssayPerformance #PatientSafety

Huge congratulations to IBMS members Mark Mason, Laura Van Schayk and Ijeoma Okoliegbe for their success at Scotland’s Chief Scientific Officer Awards 2025. A testament to the value of biomedical science in advancing healthcare. Find out more: bit.ly/44QvEIa

How do you embed digital training at scale across complex lab networks? Phil Cummings shares how Leeds Teaching Hospitals used ProfilerLive to reduce bureaucracy, empower learners and accelerate training for over 850 pathology staff. thebiomedicalscientist.net/2025/03/24/d...

📢 The second paper in our #EarlierDiagnostics series with PA Consulting, "End-to-End Diagnostic Pathways," highlights the critical steps needed to modernise UK diagnostic services — from sample collection to results communication.🔬📈 Read the report: ibms.org/resources/ne...

The government has announced plans to abolish NHS England as part of wider healthcare reforms. IBMS stands ready to support these changes, ensuring diagnostics and pathology remain central to delivering the NHS’s 10-year plan. www.ibms.org/resources/ne... #NHSReform #PathologyMatters

Why attend IBMS Congress 2025? 🔬 Past attendees share how Congress helped them grow their careers, expand their knowledge, and connect with like-minded professionals. For more information, click here: bit.ly/3DimgBU

🔬 This #HCSWeek2025, our Chief Executive, David Wells, joined My Duvet Flip to discuss how biomedical scientists shape the future of healthcare and why professional excellence is key to improving patient outcomes. Find the link to the full conversation in the comments.

🎉 #HCSWeek2025 kicks off today! 🎉 A huge shoutout to the incredible healthcare science workforce, driving innovation, diagnosis & patient care across the NHS. Let’s celebrate, inspire & showcase the impact of 50+ specialisms!

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...

🚨 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

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

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

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

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...

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

🚀 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

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

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...

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...

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...

Great new piece from CRUK's @alicehilborn.bsky.social and @davidrwells.bsky.social, Chief Exec of the Institute of Biomedical Science. Fascinating on biomedical scientists' vital role in cancer care, and the key part they're playing in NHS genomics services news.cancerresearchuk.org/2024/12/10/n...

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

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

Really pleased to support SelectScience Clinical on this exciting day for #clinical24 Thought provoking content being shared all day. www.linkedin.com/posts/activi...

Our publication, The Biomedical Scientist, explores the vital work of military biomedical scientists, from setting up labs in extreme conditions to supporting disaster relief and managing infectious disease risks. bit.ly/3OqRcBY

Today is November 20...birthday of James Collip One of the unsung heroes in discovery of #Insulin-he helped to purify insulin for use in humans Also credited with one of the very first descriptions of hypoglycaemia & its treatment with glucose solution Amazing!!! #Diabetes #gbdoc 💙

With the 2025 #AHAwards open for entries, we revisit 2024’s Biomedical Scientist of the Year, Leonie Wheeldon. Celebrated for her innovation, training impact, and patient care, Leonie represents the best of her profession. Nominate now: ahawards.co.uk

The last IBMS Support Hub of 2024 will take place on 11th December and will feature FS Stuart Hill from the RAF discussing military biomedical scientist careers in the armed forces. Register here: ibms.org/resources/ev...

🚀 Launching "Earlier Diagnostics: Innovation" by IBMS & PA Consulting at the start of #NationalPathologyWeek! 📊 This paper lays out a 3-step roadmap to modernise UK diagnostics. Join us in shaping resilient, efficient healthcare for all. ibms.org/resources/ne... #Diagnostics #HealthcareInnovation