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The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected 50 of the UK’s leading figures within biomedical and health sciences to their esteemed Fellowship, it has been announced today (Wednesday 8 May 2019). The new Fellows have been selected for their outstanding contributions to advancing me...
Read moreWe need to talk about dying: Pop-up shop asks how to have a ‘good death’
‘The Departure Lounge’ engages the public in conversations about death and dying using the metaphor of travel. It coincides with Dying Matters Awareness Week (13-19 May 2019). ‘The Departure Lounge’ is a taboo-busting and free-to-all installation ...
Read moreGlobal burden of multiple serious illnesses must be urgently addressed
Increasing numbers of people worldwide are suffering life-long disability and dying prematurely due to the ineffective treatment of people with multiple health conditions, a new report suggests. The report from the Academy of Medical Sciences, published today (00.01hrs BST 19 April 2018...
Read moreIn response to the publication today of the DexEU position paper on science, Professor Sir Robert Lechler PMedSci, President of the Academy of Medical Sciences said:
Read moreThe Academy of Medical Sciences has launched the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) Networking Grants on behalf of the UK National Academies. The Networking Grants scheme is designed to generate n
Read moreReport reveals benefits of EU-UK medical research partnerships
Partnerships between UK and EU medical researchers have increased the value of research, benefiting patients across Europe, according to a report* published today. The report, commissioned by eight leading UK medical organisations, highlights how the UK’s contribution to research ...
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