Institute of Biomedical Science

Institute of Biomedical Science With over 20,000 members, the IBMS is the leading professional body for scientists, support staff and students in the field of biomedical science

We are dedicated to excellence in biomedical science, within all aspects of healthcare, and providing the highest standards of service to patients and the public. We support our members in their practice of biomedical science, and set quality standards for the profession through training, education, assessments, examinations and continuous professional development.

The Earlybird deadline for the IBMS Awards 2026 is tomorrow. With 12 categories, there are plenty of opportunities for y...
08/01/2026

The Earlybird deadline for the IBMS Awards 2026 is tomorrow. With 12 categories, there are plenty of opportunities for you to showcase your work.

Work submitted in the entries for all categories should have taken place between 01.01.25 and 31.12.25.

Enter here: https://bit.ly/3ZdriXp

Congratulations to Aaron Kelly and Okubay Tesfagabir from Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, and Bethany Fair a...
08/01/2026

Congratulations to Aaron Kelly and Okubay Tesfagabir from Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, and Bethany Fair and Jack Nicholson from Liverpool Clinical Laboratories for passing their IBMS Registration Portfolios. Well done to Ubani Uchenna for passing his IBMS Specialist Portfolio.

New NIHR-supported research published in Nature Medicine shows that Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers can be detected using...
07/01/2026

New NIHR-supported research published in Nature Medicine shows that Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers can be detected using simple finger-prick blood samples. The findings highlight the potential of dried blood spot testing to support future diagnostic research.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4sv5AMc

AI is already changing education, and its impact is only growing. In one week, we will be hosting the first session of o...
07/01/2026

AI is already changing education, and its impact is only growing.

In one week, we will be hosting the first session of our 2026 Support Hubs series, The Power and Peril in AI in Education, where David Smith will explore how artificial intelligence can empower learners, as well as the risks and challenges to be aware of.

Sign up here: https://bit.ly/49HWqEJ

On the 29th January, we will be hosting a webinar called From Knowing to Showing: Evidence that proves practice. Hosted ...
06/01/2026

On the 29th January, we will be hosting a webinar called From Knowing to Showing: Evidence that proves practice.

Hosted by Donna Torrance, it will focus on the evidence requirements for the new specialist portfolios and how to present them.

Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/4jBi1SQ

The winner of the IBMS Awards 2025 for Best Use of Research, Innovation or Technology was ' Norfolk and Norwich Universi...
06/01/2026

The winner of the IBMS Awards 2025 for Best Use of Research, Innovation or Technology was ' Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital – Drink Spiking.

Can your initiative follow in their footsteps? Early bird deadline for the IBMS Awards 2026 is 9th January. Enter here: https://bit.ly/3Z4tFMh

New research published in the British Journal of Biomedical Science explores how accessible public-facing information on...
05/01/2026

New research published in the British Journal of Biomedical Science explores how accessible public-facing information on vaccination really is.

The study highlights the importance of clear, readable communication in supporting health literacy and informed decision-making around the prevention of infectious diseases.

Read the full paper: https://bit.ly/45qXVEO

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Biomedical Scientist to join the Biochemistry team within Blood...
05/01/2026

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Biomedical Scientist to join the Biochemistry team within Blood Sciences at Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford.

The department is fully UKAS ISO15189 accredited and offers strong training support, including access to regular teaching sessions and a dedicated Training Lead.

This role is suitable for HCPC-registered biomedical scientists or those close to completing their IBMS portfolio who are looking to develop their skills within an NHS laboratory environment.

Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/4qF9yQN

The winner of the IBMS Awards 2025 for Public Engagement was 'Superbugs' from Dr Jon Tyrrell and Professor Matthias Eber...
30/12/2025

The winner of the IBMS Awards 2025 for Public Engagement was 'Superbugs' from Dr Jon Tyrrell and Professor Matthias Eberl

Can your initiative follow in their footsteps? Early bird deadline for the IBMS Awards 2026 is 9th January. Enter here: bit.ly/3ZdriXp

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Advancing knowledge and setting standards in biomedical science

We are dedicated to the promotion, development and delivery of excellence in biomedical science within all aspects of healthcare, and providing the highest standards of service to patients and the public.

By supporting our members in their practice of biomedical science we set quality standards for the profession through: training, education, assessments, examinations and continuous professional development. We offer research grants to members to advance biomedical science which supports their original research into scientific developments.

Our publications and training events ensure our members are kept up-to-date on the latest scientific developments and news. Through public relation and marketing campaigns we raise awareness of the vital role of biomedical science in healthcare and promote career opportunities in the profession.