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All media enquiries should be directed to Fiona Fleming, Communications Manager on 07549891564 or fiona.fleming@nrs.org.uk.
CSO statement on Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on research
19th March 2020
The rapidly evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation will necessitate changes to arrangements for health research in order to help protect the safety of research participants...
REC Membership of Scotland A Committee: Resilience
18th March 2020
The Chief Scientist Office is extremely grateful to all expressions of interest recieved to join the Scotland A Research Ethics Committee. We are now in a position to fill the...
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
13th March 2020
Coronavirus (COVID-19) - arrangements for clinical trials/studies in NHS Boards The rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation will necessitate changes to arrangements for cl...
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COVID-19 Guidance for sponsors, sites and researchers
12th March 2020
This guidance relates to Research Ethics Committee and NHS arrangements. This is a rapidly evolving situation and guidance will be updated in response to feedback. Infor...
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Coronavirus: process for fast-track research
11th March 2020
Research in a public health emergency During a public health emergency, such as coronavirus, time is of the essence. Health research studies can support improved under...
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Vacancy: NRS Primary Care Clinical Research Champion
4th March 2020
Recruitment for the NRS Primary Care Clinical Lead has been suspended due to the current Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. This will be revisited as soon as is feasible....
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Chief Scientist Office announce joint funding call with LifeArc
4th March 2020
The Chief Scientist Office of Scottish Government has announced a call with the independent medical charity
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Vacancy: NRS Cardiovascular Champion Support Manager
1st March 2020
Applications are now invited for the post of NRS Cardiovascular Champion Support Manager at the Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Clydebank, Glasgow Job refere...
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Rare Disease Day 2020
28th February 2020
Rare Disease Day 2020 takes place on Saturday 29 February. The day aims to raise awareness of rare diseases and the impact on patients’ lives. A rare disease, also...
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Year of the Nurse and the Midwife 2020
27th February 2020
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has dedicated 2020 to nurses a...
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