NIHR Leeds BRC welcomes 10 new PhD fellows across diverse healthcare specialities
The NIHR Leeds BRC is thrilled to announce the successful appointment of 10 new PhD fellows—4 non-clinical and 6 clinical—following a highly competitive national recruitment process. These fellowships, generously funded by the University of Leeds, span a diverse range of healthcare specialities and align with all of our research Themes….
New co-deputy leads for Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Theme at NIHR Leeds BRC
The NIHR Leeds BRC is delighted to announce that Dr Jane Freeman and Dr Kerrie Davies have been appointed as co-Deputy Theme Lead for our Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection (AMRI) Theme. Already established as Emerging Theme Leads across our two AMRI workstreams, Jane and Kerrie will now formally support Prof…
NIHR Leeds BRC Director leads on breakthrough Phase II trial of promising new osteoarthritis drug
NIHR Leeds BRC has played a pivotal role in the successful Phase II trial of LEVI-04, a new drug for osteoarthritis of the knee. NIHR Leeds BRC Director Professor Philip Conaghan led on the study. Professor Philip Conaghan, Director of the Leeds BRC, served as the Principal Investigator for the…
Haematology Theme co-lead receives a rarely awarded degree from the University of Leeds.
Gordon Cook, Professor of Haematology, is just the ninth person to be awarded the prestigious Higher Doctorate by Leeds since 2008. It is awarded to candidates who distinguish themselves by means of a substantial and sustained contribution that leads to international recognition. Gordon has pioneered clinical trials into treatments for…
Research breakthrough shows hope for millions afflicted by osteoarthritis pain
A discovery led by researchers from the Leeds NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), and funded by charity Versus Arthritis, could offer hope for millions of people across the UK suffering with chronic pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis of the knee. The results of the clinical trial show methotrexate, a…
Leeds researchers present at National NIHR Bioresource Conference on IBD and family planning
The recent national conference hosted by Cambridge NIHR Bioresource attended by our Leeds team focused on work stemming from the IBD BioResource project. Leeds investigators have focused on how Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) affects family planning for women with the condition. Dr Christian Selinger, Consultant Gastroenterologist, discussed how their studies…
Dr Marilena Giannoudi wins Women As One Escalator Award
We are delighted to announce that our esteemed PhD student, Dr. Marilena Giannoudi, affiliated with Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine at University of Leeds, has been honoured with the prestigious Women As One Mentorship Escalator Award at the 2024 awards! This award acknowledges the significant contributions made by…
Rising Star Award for BRC Scientist
Great news that our colleague, Healthcare Scientist Emma Clark, has won the prestigious Rising Star Award at the recent Time To Shine Awards 2024 recognising the work by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust staff. The Rising Star Award is given to colleagues who have started working at LTHT in the…
Leeds BRC patient public involvement & engagement highlighted by Health Innovation Leeds
Our lead for Patient and Public Involvement & Engagement Amy Rebane has been featured by Health Innovation Leeds as part of their spotlight series on Leeds as a centre of excellence in healthcare research.Amy comments on the fact that in health science research trust is essential but fragile, built through…
Professor Philip Conaghan discusses Leeds BRC’s impact and future goals with Health Innovation Leeds
NIHR Leeds BRC Director, Professor Philip Conaghan, recently spoke with Health Innovation Leeds about the BRC’s role in establishing Leeds as a prominent centre for research excellence. Philip highlighted Leeds BRC’s achievements over the past 15 years and future goals, focusing on pioneering work in musculoskeletal conditions. This includes revolutionising…
Developing an Ultrasound Pathway for Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
Event Dates: Tuesday, 10th September & Wednesday, 11th September Are you seeking to expand your understanding of temporal artery ultrasound? Finding it challenging to establish your GCA pathway? Need assistance with creating a business case? This course is designed to meet your needs. Course Features: Comprehensive Training Practical Experience How…
Professor Ann Henry becomes new Academic Capacity Development Co-Lead
We are delighted to welcome Prof Ann Henry as our incoming Academic Capacity development (ACD) Co-Lead, who will join forces with Dr Carole Burnett from 1st July 2024. Ann is Professor in Clinical Oncology at the University of Leeds and Honorary Consultant Clinical Oncologist at LTHT. Ann specialises in radiation treatment…
Chapel Allerton Rheumatology team shines at LTHT Research and Innovation Conference 2024
The Chapel Allerton Rheumatology Team achieved remarkable success at the LTHT Research and Innovation Conference 2024. The team had several posters and abstracts accepted, and both team members and projects received awards and were shortlisted for honours. The COPPACA project, supported by the Leeds BRC’s Musculoskeletal Theme Work Stream 2…
NIHR SurgTech 2024
March saw the National Institute of Care and Research (NIHR) SurgTech conference in Leeds, showcasing new approaches in surgery. Our colleagues Professor David Jayne, Head of Surgical Technologies research at the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), and Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT) Chief Executive Professor Phil Wood, opened the 2- day…
Professor Philip Helliwell honoured with prestigious awards
Our colleague Prof Philip Helliwell has recently been honoured with numerous awards in recognition of his career in service to rheumatology and the NHS. Prof Helliwell was presented with the esteemed accolade of the Outstanding Lifetime Contribution to Healthcare award at the Our Health Heroes Awards, clinching the top prize…