For healthy East London lives. Funding projects @NHSBartsHealth and @QMULBartsTheLon.
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Jun 9
We're so pleased to hear that the digital vein-to-vein programme has been shortlisted for a @HSJ_awards this year! 🥳
Developed to transform blood transfusion safety across Barts Health NHS Trust, the programme has introduced barcode scanning and electronic bedside checks, making sure the right blood reaches the right patient, every time.
This has delivered significant improvements in safety, efficiency and clinical workflow, with more than 95% of transfusions now delivered using the new digital system and repeat blood samples due to labelling errors reduced to just 0.5%.
We're proud to see this innovative work recognised nationally, and we'll be cheering our colleagues on at the awards ceremony in September.
#HSJPatientSafety
ALT A hand holding a blood donation bag labeled with medical and barcode information.
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Jun 8
We’re proud to be one of 89 charities awarded a share of @NIHRresearch's £37m investment, supporting over 800 early-career researchers.
This funding will help our researchers at a crucial stage of their careers, empowering them to drive future breakthroughs that save and improve lives in East London and beyond.
Find out more: bit.ly/4aft801
ALT A researcher using a microscope in a lab is shown on the left. On the right, text states: "Supporting the next generation of researchers." Bullet points list: "£37 million NIHR funding," "89 charities," and "800 early career researchers."
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Jun 4
Interested in applying for a Barts Charity grant? Here's what's coming up:
👉 Our Research Seed Grants provide seed funding of up to £75k for health-related research that could improve the lives of people in East London. This grant could support an application to another funding organisation or pump-prime a new academic-clinical collaboration.
Lead applicants will need to hold a post at @NHSBartsHealth, @QMUL or School of Health & Psychological Sciences at @CityStGeorges , University of London
📅 The deadline to apply is Thursday 2 July 2026
Apply on bit.ly/3SMW4D4
👉Applications for our Clinical Research Training Fellowships are also open.
Through this scheme, we support healthcare professionals to undertake PhD training in health-related research that could improve the lives of people in East London.
📅 The deadline to apply is Thursday 22 October 2026
Apply on: bit.ly/4v8F9gx
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Very happy to share our latest work spearheaded by @jaume_barcelop Thanks to collaborators and funders
@CR_UK @BreastCancerNow @Barts_Charity
Pan-cancer analysis reveals Rho kinase addiction as a vulnerability of de-differentiated cancer cells: iScience cell.com/iscience/fulltext/S…
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May 30
In East London, 111 people per 100,000 are living with multiple sclerosis (MS). It’s often diagnosed in your 30s or 40s - but symptoms can go on for years before that. There’s no cure yet, but the right treatment can help manage it.
Thanks to our funding, @DrRuthdobson @Preventiveneur1 is uncovering why MS develops and how care can be improved for diverse communities. 💜
“There is a perception that risk factors differ by ethnicity, but we’re learning they’re largely the same. The real difference is access to high-quality healthcare.” #WorldMSDay
Find out more: bit.ly/42cvZlQ
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May 28
We went to cheer on @achealthyageing at @pintofscience last week.
It felt very topical - given that the Pension Commission had released a report that day, showing there are 15 million Britons in the UK who're not saving enough to retire.
The amazing staff at ACHA are dedicated to improving care and support for older people in North East London through research, education and training. We're proud to support them and look forward to seeing the impact they'll have on our East London community.
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May 21
📆 The next deadline to apply for our Advancing Healthcare Large Grants scheme is Thursday 2 July 2026.
The scheme offers funding between £75k and £500k for Barts Health NHS Trust staff to pilot new ideas, technologies and ways of working that could support healthcare delivery for the local community.
Find out more and apply on bit.ly/3CuZyWP
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May 15
You probably saw that last week we were at Parliament to celebrate the incredible work being done by the Youth Resilience Unit.
This week it's Mental Health Awareness Week - and we wanted to share our Chief Executive, Fiona Miller Smith, just out of the Youth Resilience Unit event, galvanised by all the amazing work taking place there.
@QMUL
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May 14
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s #ViewDay celebrations at St Bartholomew’s Hospital 💜
This year felt especially meaningful as we celebrated the new Breast Cancer Centre and its vision to bring world-class breast cancer care, research and innovation to East London.
A day to honour the hospital’s extraordinary history while looking ahead to the future of healthcare.
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May 12
Happy #InternationalNursesDay! We asked Nurse Tina from Beckton Ward in Newham Hospital what she had to say, and we absolutely love this message that she recorded for us. 💜
Tina has been getting lots of messages of appreciation through My Thank You, which was recently rolled out to include Newham, The Royal London and Mile End hospitals. My Thank You is an easy way to give patients, families and friends a way to share a personal message of thanks with the NHS staff, volunteers and teams who made a difference during their hospital experience.
One gorgeous message we received about Tina was: "I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you for everything you did for me. You truly made such a difference during my recovery. You made me laugh when I needed it the most, and you gently encouraged me to move after my laparoscopy, which really helped me feel stronger and better each day. I was hoping to thank you personally, but your shift had already ended. So I’m writing this to let you know how much I appreciate you. This isn’t just a message - it’s coming straight from my heart. Thank you for your kindness, care, and support. It meant more to me than words can say."
@NHSBartsHealth
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May 11
🔔Deadline reminder! 🔔
Applications for our next round of Research Project Grants close on Thursday 28 May 2026.
Our Research Project grants support innovative, health-related research that could improve the lives of people in East London, with grants of up to £600k (for up to 36 months).
Lead applicants will need to hold a post at one of the following:
@NHSBartsHealth
Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at @QMUL
School of Health Sciences at @CityStGeorges
Find out more and apply bartscharity.org.uk/funding/…
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May 8
Yesterday we got to go to @UKParliament, where there was an event to celebrate five years of @QMULResilience.
At the invitation of Sir Stephen Timms MP, the event was a chance to reflect on the incredible work the Unit has done over the past five years - deepening our understanding of young people’s mental health and resilience through research at @QMUL.
We supported the creation of the Youth Resilience Unit because we believe young people’s mental health needs more attention, more understanding, and more investment.
According to @Rethink_ , three quarters of mental health conditions begin before the age of 18, and yet research focused specifically on young people remains limited.
The Youth Resilience Unit was set up to help change that. Its work looks not only at mental illness, but also at resilience: how young people cope, recover, and stay well.
It was inspiring to hear about the impact the Unit has already had, and we’re proud to have supported its journey over the last five years. Big shout out to Professor Jennifer Lau, Professor @dennisougrin and everybody at the Youth Resilience Unit for an amazing event.
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Apr 30
We’re still buzzing from Sunday and can’t get over these incredible moments from the London Marathon 💜📸
The energy and determination that carried our amazing runners all the way to the finish line can literally be felt in every shot 🏃♀️✨
It meant so much to be there cheering you on, and we’re endlessly grateful to every single one of our fundraisers. We’re already counting down to next year 🙌
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Apr 28
You may have spotted yesterday’s report from @HealthFdn doing the rounds in the papers and on TV. The report found that people in the UK are spending fewer years in good health. This is an important reminder why research and innovation in healthy ageing is crucial...
Healthy life expectancy has fallen over the past decade, with most people now experiencing ill health before retirement age. The causes range from chronic disease to widening inequalities.
That’s why we're investing in solutions - like the @achealthyageing, a partnership with @QMUL and @NHSBartsHealth.
Through ACHA, we’re supporting research embedded in frontline NHS care that focuses on prevention, frailty, and what actually works in real communities.
ACHA brings together clinicians, researchers and local people to generate evidence that can transform services - helping people stay healthier, independent, and out of hospital for longer.
To reverse this trend, we need innovation rooted in what is happening to people in our local communities. And that’s exactly what ACHA is delivering.
theguardian.com/society/2026…
ALT The image shows a section of The Guardian website, featuring an article in the Health section. The main headline reads: "People in UK spend fewer years in good health than a decade ago, study finds." The background includes a close-up of a table with a glass of white wine, an ashtray with a cigarette, and a blurred dish with food.
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Apr 24
More people in Newham will soon have access to cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative treatments, closer to home.
A new Clinical Trials Pharmacy at Newham Hospital will make it a lot easier to take part in research that could transform care locally.
Initiatives like this can prove lifechanging - with your support we can continue helping patients across East London and beyond. Read more on @NHSBartsHealth website 👉 bit.ly/4vIRJ6B
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Apr 24
We had a fantastic time connecting with so many people at the @Anglonordic Life Science Conference yesterday.
Our Director of Fundraising & Communications Jay Longworth, also spoke with @BiotechTV about our work with @QMUL and @NHSBartsHealth and why it matters, particularly as the conference’s Charity of the Year.
Hear from her 👇
Apr 23
𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐜 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: This year @Barts_Charity was chosen as the official charity of the Anglo Nordic Life Science Conference.
Learn more about their work: bartscharity.org.uk/
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Apr 21
"We wouldn't be here today without the support from Barts Charity."
We were delighted to welcome Professor Chloe Orkin to share her latest progress and findings from @ShareEastLondon, funded by Barts Charity.
Chloe spoke about tackling health inequalities through inclusive, community‑co‑produced research, with a focus on long‑acting HIV treatment and prevention - ensuring no one is left behind.
Chloe Orkin is a Professor at @QMUL and a sexual health doctor at @NHSBartsHealth, internationally recognised for her work on health equity and innovative HIV care.
Thank you Chloe for such an inspiring and insightful session 💜
ALT This image shows a video conference slide titled "SHARE VISION 2025-7," featuring a statement about equity research. On the right, there are small headshots of individuals forming the "Community Advisory Board," with names included. A QR code is at the bottom of the slide. Inset on the left is a video call participant in a separate window.
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Apr 18
We love when challenge events season comes around, nothing beats seeing your incredible photos and achievements 💜🏃♀️🏃♂️
Over the past few weeks, our amazing runners have taken on the London Landmarks Half and the Brighton Marathon, and they have truly smashed it! Here are some of our favourite moments 📸 Next up is London Marathon and we can't wait to cheer our runners on 🙌
Want to be part of the team? We still have spaces for the Hackney Half this May, and you can get 50% off your registration fee now!
Sign up here 👉 bit.ly/41F4Nfz
ALT Runners participating in a marathon, smiling and holding hands, with several wearing numbered bibs and athletic gear. Others are visible running in the background on a road.
ALT A person is standing outdoors, holding a bottle of Fanta and a pack of sweets. They are wearing a marathon finisher medal and a "Barts charity shirt. A large, elegant building with multiple windows is in the background.
ALT A group of marathon runners in colorful athletic wear are participating in a street race. Some runners are wearing “NSPCC” shirts. Spectators line the sidewalk, and historic buildings are visible in the background. One runner waves cheerfully at the camera.
ALT A person wearing sunglasses and a cap holds up a medal in front of the Smithsonian National Gallery. The background includes several people, some with umbrellas.
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Apr 17
Applications are open for our next round of Research Project Grants, supporting innovative, health-related research that could improve the lives of people in East London, with grants of up to £600k (for up to 36 months).
📆 Our next deadline is Thursday 28 May 2026.
Lead applicants will need to hold a post at one of the following:
Barts Health NHS Trust
Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London
School of Health Sciences at City St George's, University of London
Find out more and apply bit.ly/4ddqecr
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Apr 17
🌙As the rest of the city sleeps, A&E teams face some of their toughest moments.
In the brand new series of A&E After Dark on Channel 5, viewers go behind the scenes at Newham Hospital A&E where each day, staff are faced with a pressure cooker of split-second decisions, trauma and increasing rates of violence and abuse.
That's why, with your support, we're there for staff - through it all. 💜 Whether that's offering a safe and quiet space in a wellbeing room, where staff can take a moment of self-care or professional support from the Psychological Support Service - available for all staff across @nhsbartshealth.
Episodes air each Thursday at 9pm, and catch up on episodes here: channel5.com/show/a-e-after-…
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