August 2017

Reality paradox

The unique identity and role of biomedical science need to be recognised at all levels.

A day in the life of... Jamie Hunt

I work for the Health and CareProfessions Council. Our main aim is to protect the public, and to do this, we keep a register of professionals who meet our standards for their training, professional skills, behaviour and health.

The wearable device that bites

Martin Mintchev tells Sarah Campbell about the e-mosquito – which has been in development for 10 years and is hoped to help people monitor their type 1 diabetes.

The big question: How have IBMS qualifications helped your career?

How have IBMS qualifications helped your career?

Under the microscope: "itai hoteru"

What is an itai hoteru?

Can tumour characteristics predict treatment success?

The molecular make-up of lung tumours could help identify patients who might benefit from immunotherapy treatment up front, a US study has found.

Rapid sepsis test developed

US researchers have developed a new point-of-care device that quickly identifies markers of sepsis infection from a single drop of blood.

Painless flu jab patch passes safety trials

A painless sticking plaster flu jab has passed important safety tests in the first trial in people.

My lab: the core laboratory at the Halo

Simon Rattenbury, Head of Infection Sciences for Health Services Laboratories, gives a guided tour of his labs.

Towards a better service

Changes made by the education team are starting to become evident, writes Jocelyn Pryce, IBMS Head of Registration and Training.

Journal-based learning exercises August 2017

Journal-based learning exercises for August 2017. You may complete as many JBL exercises as you wish and you are not restricted by specialty.

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