Scotland Cross-Sector Hub Event 4

The Academy of Medical Sciences Scotland Cross-Sector Hub aims to encourage and enhance collaboration across disciplines and sectors to benefit health and life sciences research and innovation.

This is our fourth event and will focus on research and innovation in Advancing Clinical Trials in Scotland, an area in which Scotland is internationally renowned.

Clinical Trials research and innovation in Scotland benefits significantly from the direct support of the Scottish Government and the multi-disciplinary knowledge, expertise and infrastructure provided by our NHS, Universities and industry working together proactively (Triple-Helix). This includes, life scientists, health professionals, engineers, regulators, policy makers, investors, patients and the public.

We welcome researchers, innovators and other stakeholders from any of these, or related, disciplines, who have an interest in health to consider attending to help further enhance our continuing growth in this arena.

Individuals at any stage of their career are welcome, but those in the early/mid stages of their careers may find this event particularly useful.

The event offers attendees:

• Strategic networking opportunities to connect with leaders in life sciences research and innovation

• Scope to identify and engage with potential collaborators from diverse professional backgrounds

• In-depth insights into Clinical Trials in Scotland

• A collaborative inclusive environment to drive innovative solutions and cross-sector working

Speakers include:

• Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Professor Rory McCrimmon, Chloe Cowan, Professor Isla MacKenzie, Andrew Deans, Dr Jacqueline Barry, Kathy Harrison, and early career researchers

Oral and Poster Presentations

A limited number of short oral and poster presentations are available to all delegates on a competitive basis.

To be considered for these, submit an abstract (250 words) summarising your work by 3 August 2026.

Submit your abstract 

*Please note that if you submit an abstract, you are still required to register for the event.

For further information about the event contact enquiries@nrs.org.uk