We’re proud to see the NIHR invest £37m across 89 medical research charities, supporting more than 800 early-career researchers. This investment recognises the vital role charities play in igniting research careers, building capacity and sustaining the talent pipeline. Read more: bit.ly/4aft801

Enjoyed presenting a poster for my PhD project at #ECFS in Lisbon today! Will be around for the rest of today and tomorrow for any further discussions :) @pulse-cf.bsky.social @cysticfibrosis.org.uk @lifearc.bsky.social

🆕 | Co-deputy Head of @uofgsii.bsky.social Professor Robert Gray will share in £1.3m of investment from @cysticfibrosis.org.uk. His £800k DEFINE-CF project will use cutting-edge spatial mapping technology to better understand lung inflammation in cystic fibrosis and drive future treatment. 🧵 1/2

It’s a big week for CF researchers, doctors and CF teams around Europe this week, as the #ECFS conference is taking place! It’s a time to discuss the latest advances in CF research, meet colleagues to set up new studies together and ensure that we’re supporting everyone with CF across Europe.

Highly effective modulator therapies have transformed life for many people with CF. But they don't work for everyone. That’s why finding new treatments that work for everyone with cystic fibrosis is vital and remains one of our top research priorities. ➡️ https://ow.ly/L1o450Z67Se

In the latest episode of our CForYourself podcast, we're talking all about CF diabetes. Our host Lucy chats to Joseph about his experience of managing the condition day to day, and to Professor Vicky Salem about her research into a potential new way to treat CF diabetes. ➡️ https://ow.ly/yTBo50Z2Kc3

We’re announcing over £1.3 million investment in cutting edge research into CF. 📣 Three research awards have been made to scientists based at Glasgow, Leicester, and Bristol Universities, each addressing the research priorities of people with CF in different ways. ➡️ https://ow.ly/5p3o50Z2zBn

Last week, the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) published a new report about medicine shortages in the UK. The report explains why shortages happen, how supply chains can be made stronger, and how patients can be better protected #cysticfibrosis ➡️ https://ow.ly/1E0750Z0519

Tilly and Joseph, who both live with CF diabetes, spoke to Dr Ildem Akerman and Prof Victoria Salem about their Trust-funded research project investigating a novel type of treatment for CF diabetes. ➡️ https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/news/putting-cf-diabetes-research-in-the-spotlight

Join us for a free webinar on 21 May to hear from Dr Robert Sandler, Jocelyn Choyce and Bill Morgan, about key recommendations for CF care from Robert’s PhD research, and tips on how to implement these in practice. Find out more and register ➡️ https://ow.ly/26oA50YRbry

Last week, the biggest changes to how clinical studies are regulated in more than 20 years came into effect. The new regulations are designed to make study set-up quicker and ensure people’s lived experience plays a bigger role in shaping research. (continued 1/4) #cysticfibrosis #cftrust

We’ve worked with our partners in the CF AMR Syndicate to create a virtual biobank of infection-causing bugs, to speed up the development of new treatments for cystic fibrosis. Read more on our blog. https://ow.ly/N63650YRBpj

We visited the Heart and Lung Research Institute in Cambridge, to meet researchers who are part of our Translational Innovation Hub Network for CF Lung Health and Infection funded by the Trust and LifeArc. Find out more about the Flare-CF Innovation Hub on our website. ➡️ https://ow.ly/vlmb50YTabj

This week, we’re sharing stories from our 2026 Research Impact Report. Through our amazing Involvement Group, we worked with the CF community to shape Dr Charlotte Boughton’s study investigating a new way to manage CF diabetes. ➡️ https://ow.ly/k3Mn50YRATk #CysticFibrosis #CFTrust #Diabetes

How should CF services evolve in the modulator era? 🤔 We are excited to invite you to our next lunchtime Share and Learn webinar for CF professionals on 21 May. Join peers from across the UK for a free online session on rethinking CF care. Find out more and register ➡️ https://ow.ly/eJ3850YRbrx

Our 2026 Research Impact Report documents some of our incredible progress and discoveries in CF research, all made possible by the generosity of our amazing supporters. Together, we can move closer to a life unlimited by cystic fibrosis. ➡️ https://ow.ly/y7OK50YP7FB #CysticFibrosis #CFTrust

We spoke to PhD student Anaïs about her research investigating a treatment that could be taken alongside an existing antibiotic to improve its effectiveness, daily life as a CF researcher and what she loves most about her work. ➡️ https://ow.ly/JPfo50YNl9K LifeArc #CysticFibrosis #ResearchWednesday

Content warning: this blog touches on life expectancy, transplant and death "Transplant is an incredible and precious gift. It has given me time, health, opportunities to make memories, and moments I once thought I would never have." Read Rosie's story ➡️ https://ow.ly/GHgh50YGufi

Prof James Chalmers talks about bronchiectasis and a clinical trial he is leading called AIRTIVITY® that is looking at a new treatment, for people with or without CF. Read our blog to find out more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/iqcP50YFwrw #ResearchWednesday #CFTrust #CysticFibrosis #Bronchiectasis

We're wishing everyone celebrating a very happy and peaceful Easter. 💛 Our social media and helpline will be closed over the long weekend from 4pm today and will reopen on Tuesday 7 April at 10am. For immediate support please contact your CF team, the Samaritans or CALM.

We’re currently recruiting for a skilled high‑value fundraiser to help deliver our major donor programme. ⭐ Philanthropy Manager (12 months FTC) 🗓️ Closes midnight on 13 April. ➡️ https://ow.ly/9uny50YB8AX #CharityJobs #cysticfibrosis

We’re funding research at the University of Cambridge to understand more about why the bacteria Pseudomonas causes repeat lung infections in people with #cysticfibrosis. Visit our website to find out more about the research and how it can make a difference. ➡️ https://ow.ly/7TCX50YzQhx

As part of our work to improve diversity in clinical trials, we have translated some of our clinical trial resources into Arabic, Urdu, Polish and Welsh. Read more about our resources and our work to make sure everyone with CF is represented in #clinicaltrials. ➡️ https://ow.ly/urVV50YxXPZ

Developing a therapy that could work in CF? Exploring rare or respiratory diseases? Have an asset that could be repurposed? Let's connect at #BIOEuropeSpring! Cystic Fibrosis Trust's CF Accelerate offer is built to help industry partners design and deliver trials — faster and smarter. Come find us!

We’ve just added two studies to the Trials Tracker that are both looking for people with CF who are unable to benefit from modulators to take part. Head to our Trials Tracker to find out more! ➡️ https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/get-involved/clinical-trials/trialstracker

Our spring research funding calls are now open! Find out more about our Strategic Research Centres, Development Awards, our Summer Studentship placements and how to apply on our website now! 🔬 https://ow.ly/2QB250YveBZ

We’re highlighting how people with CF and their loved ones are shaping the direction of the CF Lung Health Network, co-funded by #CFTrust and LifeArc. Rebecca shares her passion for ensuring the views of people with CF are incorporated into research studies. ➡️ https://ow.ly/YJJG50YtrqG

This week we’re highlighting how people with CF and their loved ones are shaping the direction of the CF Lung Health Network, co-funded by #CFTrust and LifeArc. ➡️ https://ow.ly/NqBi50YseGq#CFTrust

We are looking for someone to join our Trustee Board as our new Treasurer, overseeing the financial affairs of the charity and ensuring that they are conducted legally, transparently, and in line with the charity’s governing document. ➡️ https://ow.ly/qPLb50YrGe4 #cysticfibrosis #cftrust

This week we’ve been visiting researchers within our Translational Innovation Hub Network for CF Lung Health and Infection funded by the Trust and LifeArc. Find out more about our Trailfinder-CF and Pulse-CF Innovation hubs on our website. ➡️ https://ow.ly/iERe50Yp1g7 #cysticfibrosis #cftrust

This Rare Disease Day, we're highlighting some of the studies we're funding to achieve our goal of developing effective treatments for everyone with CF. We caught up with Mark at our UK CF Conference to hear more about his research and the difference it could make. ➡️ https://ow.ly/nWgg50YmSHi

We’re currently recruiting for two roles in our Research and Healthcare Data Directorate! ⭐ Registry Data Manager (12 months FTC) 🗓️ Closes midnight on 2 March. Head to our website to find out more. ➡️ https://ow.ly/32v750XSo7E #CharityJobs #cysticfibrosis

It's Helplines Awareness Day! ☎️ What better day to highlight our amazing Helpline team, who are here to offer confidential support and a listening ear to the CF community. 💛 📅 Monday–Friday, 10am–4pm. 📞 0300 373 1000 ✉️ [email protected] 📱 WhatsApp on 07361 582053

More than one in four adults with #CF are receiving treatment for CF diabetes. Trust-funded researchers have found chemicals in the blood that could be used as markers for the development of CF diabetes. ➡️ https://ow.ly/xnQr50Yi4Rx

Some people may not have a #cysticfibrosis diagnosis confirmed until later in life. We're funding research to introduce mini-gut (or ‘organoid’) tests to improve how this diagnosis is made. Read about a recent progress meeting of our ADVANCE-CFTR Development Award. ➡️ https://ow.ly/Nj0750Yh0Br#cysticfibrosis

We'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has responded to our PIP survey so far, over 300 of you have shared your views which is absolutely amazing! The survey will be closing soon but there is still time to get involved. ➡️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/SKW8KM6

We’re currently recruiting for two roles in our Fundraising team! ⭐ Trusts Fundraising Manager ⭐ Senior Philanthropy Manager – Major Donors (12 months FTC) 🗓️ Closes midnight on 22 February. ➡️ https://ow.ly/32v750XSo7E #cftrust #CharityJobs #cysticfibrosis

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spoke to Bethinn, a CF researcher who also has CF, about her work, diagnosis, and the unique perspective she brings to her field. 🔬 ➡️ https://ow.ly/s4Jy50YcJIy

The UKHSA and the MHRA have issued a reminder to the public to stop using, and dispose of any non-sterile, alcohol-free wipes they may have at home. Read more in the post below, as well as on our website. ➡ www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/alcohol-free...

Share your views on PIP! 🗣️ The UK Government is reviewing disability benefit Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and we need your input to advocate for the CF community. Take part via the link below. ➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SKW8KM6

Researchers want to find out the chances of people with CF developing diseases of older age. This includes understanding more about cardiovascular disease (CVD), commonly known as heart disease. 🟡 CVD is a group of conditions relating to the heart and to blood vessels. 1/4

This week’s #ResearchWednesday is all about research to develop treatments for people with rare CF variants. The HIT-CF programme did personalised screening in the lab, before testing the new treatments in the CHOICES clinical trial. ➡️ www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/news/results...

Got questions about your research career? Join our Coffee and Careers webinar tomorrow, Jan 28, with Dr Guy Moss! 🔬 ➡️ https://ow.ly/O7bq50Y4smr

Did you know we have an online forum? 💬 Join the conversation and discover a whole community of people who understand the ups and downs of living with cystic fibrosis. Whatever you're going through, we've got you. 💛 ➡️ forum.cysticfibrosis.org.uk

Want to learn more tips and ideas about #earlycareerresearch? Join our next Coffee and Careers webinar series on 28 January, where ECRs can hear insights from more senior researchers who reflect on their careers and what they've learnt along the way. ➡️ https://ow.ly/n3s450XXhs9#earlycareerresearch? #cysticfibrosis

It's #ResearchWednesday – and this week is all about supporting early career researchers (ECRs). Last year at #UKCFC, Dr Becky Dobra was a panellist at our workshop on tips for writing up research findings. Click the link to read more about what we discussed. ➡️ https://ow.ly/pw0S50XXhsa

What do you think about your child’s CF care? Together with CF teams across the UK, we are looking at experiences of CF care in paediatric settings. Take the survey today! ➡️ www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ParentCarer25 #cysticfibrosis #CFcare

The new season of our podcast, CForYourself, is here! 🎙️ Join Lucy as she chats with #TeamCF supporters Colleen, on raising over £70,000 as part of Team Ewan, and Jamie, who has CF, on his incredible endurance challenges. ➡️ https://ow.ly/Vbnr50XZzOv

On Friday 16 January, Labour MP for Cambridge, Daniel Zeichner, visited Professor Martin Welch’s lab at the University of Cambridge to learn more about research improving treatment options for lung infections in people with cystic fibrosis. Read more on our website now! ➡️ https://ow.ly/XMyp50XZz1Q

Could 2026 be the year you take part in a CF research study? (1/4) ➡️ cysticfibrosis.org.uk/trialstracker