COVID-19 Advice for Rheumatology Patients
The Rheumatology service in Leeds has an international reputation for the management and investigation of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. The team have developed …
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING LEEDS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH CENTRE AND COVID-19.
Unfortunately, we are currently experiencing high levels of staff absence due to unexpected sickness and administrative staff working from home. During this period …
NIHR BRC: Leeds-supported research identifies blood test that could help predict future heart disease risk
Researchers supported by the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC): Leeds have helped develop a blood test that could identify people at increased risk of cardiovascular disease …
Celebrating International Clinical Trials Day at NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Leeds
We were delighted to welcome colleagues, patients, and partners to the International Clinical Trials Day celebration at the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Leeds—a day dedicated to recognising the power of health research and the people who make it possible.
NIHR BRC: Leeds MSK Workstream Lead awarded prestigious Heberden Oration Award
Congratulations to Professor Dennis McGonagle, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Leeds Musculoskeletal (MSK) Workstream Lead and Consultant Rheumatologist at Chapel Allerton Hospital, who has been awarded the prestigious Heberden Oration Award at the 2026 British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) Conference.
Funding call: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) agile projects
The NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC): Leeds is inviting applications for short-term (under 12 months) agile projects that aim to promote, embed, deliver and/or evidence best practice in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across the Leeds BRC.
Landmark trial reveals new medication cuts knee pain and boosts mobility for osteoarthritis patients
Researchers at the NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and the University of Leeds have led a successful breakthrough trial of a new …
NIHR Leeds BRC Hosts Diabetes Information and Research Day in Leeds
A key part of research is ensuring that it reflects the lived experiences and needs of all communities. The NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has a dedicated Patient …
NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre to benefit from NIHR Capital Investment Funding
The NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) is set to advance the development of community‑based diagnostics and further develop translational research following a …
Dr Carole Burnett appointed Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Leeds
We are delighted to share our esteemed colleague and Academic Research Capacity Development Lead Dr Carole Burnett has been appointed Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Leeds.
NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre leaders awarded highest honour from Academy for Healthcare Science
Two senior leaders from the NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre have been awarded Honorary Fellowships by the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS), recognising their outstanding contributions to healthcare science, research leadership and patient impact.
Rare Disease Day 2026: Highlighting latest research successes in Giant Cell Arteritis
To mark Rare Disease Day 2026, we are showcasing the successes and leading work of the NIHR Leeds Biomedical Research Centre in delivering research advances for people living with Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).