We aim to build capacity though collaborative leadership and training opportunities that will develop a flourishing interdisciplinary pipeline of translational researchers for the future.
Our strategy establishes the NIHR Newcastle BRC as a national centre of excellence committed to the development of a skilled interdisciplinary academic workforce focused on tackling the increasing health and societal challenges of ageing and multiple long-term conditions in the UK. Our three strategic priorities to support a pipeline of the next generation of research leaders are:
In this film, our BRC alumni talk about the training and career development opportunities they have received. Our trainees have included pre- and post-doctoral researchers, and include biomedical PhD students and healthcare professionals such as doctors, dentists, healthcare scientists, nurses and allied health professionals.
In October, NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and Newcastle Health Innovation Partners (NHIP) hosted the Health and Care “Research is all our Business” event, inviting health and care professionals across the region.
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The BRC plays a central role in Research Capacity Development initiatives locally and nationally through our dedicated Academic Career Development team.
Arthur co-leads the NIHR Newcastle BRC’s Musculoskeletal disease and Inflammation Medicine research Theme. He is passionate about the benefits of supporting non-traditional routes into academia. Arthur works closely with Deputy ACD Lead.
Silvia is the Deputy ACD Lead and is on the BRC’s Leadership Track in the Digital Health, Ageing Innovation and Inclusion research Theme. Silvia is an advocate for Early Career Researchers (ECR) and strives to be a role model for women in STEM.
Training, Education and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Manager