Health and Care Research Wales

This #SchizophreniaAwarenessDay we’re sharing a study which established a link between antibody deficiency and clozapine, a common and very effective schizophrenia medication healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/news/sch… @SAILDatabank

New article out now 📄 We explore the mixed views of professionals implementing Wales’ Basic Income for Care Leavers pilot—highlighting both hope and concern. 🔗Read here: buff.ly/zOMJ1MA #BasicIncome #CareLeavers #SocialPolicy @ResearchWales @BASW_Cymru

Wales is leading the way in #type1diabetes research. @CTRCardiffUni is the first UK site to recruit for the international T1D-Plus trial, testing new treatments for newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Learn more or refer patients: healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/news/wal…

Level up your data skills with the Datafront Skill Surge series🚀 We’re excited to bring you fresh insights and expertise in our latest instalment of the Datafront Skill Surge series, diving into Topic 7: Interdisciplinary collaboration in data science! This five-part series…

Help improve 999 services. @CAV_UHB would like your input on a study exploring how live video could support better decision-making during 999 calls. You’ll take part in online discussions and help review public documents. Deadline: 12:00 on 7 August

Do you want some dedicated time and space to focus on writing your fellowship application in a supportive environment? Applications now open for our #ResearchWalesFaculty fully funded writing retreat. Date: 21–23 October 2025 in Bangor. Apply by 31 July. healthandcareresearchwales.org/form/faculty-w…

Do you have a primary school-aged child? Share your views on DECIPHer’s project with @PublicHealthW to improve Universal Free School Meals. They’d like your support reviewing public documents and sharing findings. Deadline: 12:00 on 5 September healthandcareresearchwales.org/shape-future-s…

Would you like to learn how to develop a successful NIHR grant application? Sign up for our free #ResearchWalesFaculty webinar to hear practical tips from Dr Emma Rees’ recent application experience. Register now for 18 September healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/events/f…

It’s crucial that policy, services and communities are fit for the future and recognise the needs of all older people – including those without children. Join us for a webinar to explore how we can ensure we respond effectively to a changing landscape. forms.office.com/e/wC0kbkLz0g

Today on #WorldIVFDay, we remember Bangor alumnus Sir Robert Edwards — IVF pioneer and recipient of the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. His groundbreaking work led to the birth of the first ‘test-tube baby’ in 1978. #BangorAlumni #IVF

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Develop your leadership and management skills with our 15 free online modules. They share the latest leadership tools to enable you to reflect on and practise new approaches. Login or register on NIHR Learn to find out more: learn.nihr.ac.uk/course/view.ph…

The UK Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Register helps research into this condition by gathering data to answer fundamental questions and giving researchers safe access to this information. Find out more here👉 popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/centres-of-exc… @SwanseaUni @UKMSRegister @mssocietyuk

Learn more about the @EvidenceWales research study which helped inform this UK first for those with coeliac disease, making a real impact on the lives of those in Wales on a gluten-free diet. Visit our website: healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/news/Evi… @WGHealthandCare

Do you want some dedicated time and space to focus on writing your fellowship application in a supportive environment? Applications now open for our #ResearchWalesFaculty fully funded writing retreat. Date: 21–23 October 2025 in Bangor. Apply by 31 July. healthandcareresearchwales.org/form/faculty-w…

Help improve 999 services. @CAV_UHB would like your input on a study exploring how live video could support better decision-making during 999 calls. You’ll take part in online discussions and help review public documents. Deadline: 12:00 on 7 August healthandcareresearchwales.org/help-shape-fut…

🚨 Registration closing Thursday, July 31st 🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re thrilled to announce a £10,000 cash prize for the winning team at Data Collision: Where Social Meets Health - 15-16 September 2025, Cardiff! Join an inspiring datathon bringing together health and social data…

A major Welsh study led by our Senior Research Leader Professor Richard Fry @SwanseaUni found that urban design impacts the risk of falls and moving into care homes. Access to green space, walkability and local services led to better outcomes. Read more: healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/news/how…

🚨 Big changes to UK clinical trial regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) are coming in 2026! Catch up with our expert-led webinar on what it means for clinical trials, research and approvals. Watch now: healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/events/f… #ResearchWalesFaculty #ClinicalTrials #GCP

Apply for the #NIHR Health Technology Assessment Postdoctoral Award - open in Wales It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop your research leadership skills and make a real impact on patient care. Apply by 30 July 13:00 nihr.ac.uk/funding/hta-po… #ResearchWales #PostdocFunding