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1,000 volunteers research milestone within reach for Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network
4th February 2025
A vital register giving all patients living with neuroprogressive conditions or dementia in Scotland an opportunity to be contacted about taking part in research projects is c...

Scottish research is ‘United by Unique’ ambitions on World Cancer Day
3rd February 2025
World Cancer Day, taking place this Tuesday (4 February), is set to be ‘United by Unique’ with Scotland’s researchers supporting its drive for improved peopl...
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Cardiovascular Network leads pioneering study into improving patient and public involvement
21st January 2025
A pioneering study looking into how best to engage research participants through patient and public involvement (PPI) activity has been published following an event led by the...
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NHS Research Scotland Champion urges action after groundbreaking study into multiple long-term health conditions
16th January 2025
A pioneering study led by the NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Primary Care Network Champion has found that certain combinations of long-term health conditions are associated with...
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Scottish Cross-Sector Networking Hub set for January launch event at Golden Jubilee
13th January 2025
A new Scottish Cross-Sector Networking Hub, hosted by NHS Research Scotland (NRS) with the aim of addressing healthcare challenges, will be holding its first gathering later t...
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International challenge grant aiming to inspire Scotland’s researchers to help improve women’s cardiovascular health
13th January 2025
Scotland’s researchers are being invited to apply to a new worldwide challenge aiming to transform women’s cardiovascular health with the help of a first-of-its-ki...
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Vacancies: Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG) — Manager and Coordinator roles
3rd January 2025
Two new job roles within NHS Research Scotland Central Management Team will support the Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth...
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