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Applications invited for Glasgow-based research manager role to link up with primary care ambitions
2nd July 2026
Applications are being invited for the role of Research Nurse Manager, offering an opportunity to ‘influence service development, lead high-performing teams and improve...
NHS research network heading for Inverness, Wick, and Thurso on whistle-stop engagement tour
23rd June 2026
Leading members of an NHS research network are heading to the Highlands next month to meet anyone interested in participating in the study of conditions such as Dementia, Hunt...
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Scotland red-y to unite in celebration of annual research awareness day
19th June 2026
Members of the public, study participants, and researchers are set to unite across Scotland in a show of strength to help raise awareness around #Red4Research Day (Friday 19)
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Trial delivery in Scotland supports approval of new treatment option for blood cancer
19th June 2026
A next-generation drug with the potential to keep myeloma at bay for nearly a year has been approved for use across the NHS in Scotland, following a successful clinical trial...
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NRS Primary Care Network invites applications for high-profile leadership role
19th June 2026
A vacancy is now open for the role of NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Primary Care Network Manager with applications being invited up to the end of Friday 3 July The succe...
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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...
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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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