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Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network celebrates Scottish research with joint Stirling conference
17th June 2026
A recent two-day conference which championed Scottish research across a variety of disciplines has been hailed a success by the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Neuroprogressive an...
Scotland’s Health Awards are opportunity to shine a light on innovation in research excellence
16th June 2026
The research community across Scotland is being encouraged to showcase breakthrough achievements by entering Scotland's Health Awards Nominations are now open for this...
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Grampian conference well-received thanks to focus on partnership working and patient-centred research
8th June 2026
The recent Grampian Research Conference successfully ‘demonstrated the importance of collaboration, innovation, and shared learning’ for improved cancer outcomes
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Education Day highlights Scotland’s role in breakthrough autoimmune diseases research
8th June 2026
A thought-provoking education day has highlighted the role which Scottish studies into advanced therapies can play in tackling severe conditions, says the NHS Research Scotlan...
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Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network Lothian team member singled out for outstanding contribution to clinical research
5th June 2026
A member of the NHS Research Scotland Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network (NRS NDN) team has been honoured for her ‘professionalism and dedication to high standards&rs...
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Scotland’s research community ‘inspired by positive picture’ on International Clinical Trials Day
19th May 2026
Increased opportunities to take part in vital clinical research are being celebrated as new figures shine a spotlight on collaborative efforts to strengthen Scotland’s c...
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Free webinar to explore ‘research participation across the ages’ following national data project
19th May 2026
The clinical lead of the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Ageing Specialty Group will be presenting data insights drawn from a national initiative as part of a webinar taking place...
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Mental Health Network champion collaborative research benefits with Inverness event success
18th May 2026
North of Scotland research collaboration ambitions were placed in the spotlight during a successful event this month, funded and organised by the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) M...
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NHS Research Scotland health and social care expert set to present on key priorities at conference this week
18th May 2026
NHS Research Scotland’s Health and Social Care Research Coordinator will be speaking at an online conference on Monday afternoon (18 May) to encourage discussion around...
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Primary Care Network’s PPI group celebrates 10-years and aims for ‘bigger and better’ achievements
1st May 2026
The NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Primary Care Network proudly celebrated 10 years of support from their Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Group with a special gathering last...
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