Genes & Health: a British-Bangladeshi and -Pakistani cohort for your research 12 September 2024
Blizard Institute Staff Survey 2024 results 8 July 2024
Blizard Institute responses to the Staff Survey 2024 – an update from Professor Mary Collins.
Health and Safety Executive action points 14 June 2024
There was an incident in the Faulty of Medicine and Dentistry (FMD) which resulted in a needle stick injury.
Funding Opportunity: Cornell Seed Funding - second round of Global Hubs Partnership between Cornell University and Queen Mary 13 June 2024
Message sent on behalf of the FMD Dean for Global Engagement
‘Biomes’ – The microbiome podcast by Dr Ruairi Robertson 13 June 2024
Dr Ruairi Robertson, Lecturer in Microbiome Science in the Centre for Immunology has released a new season of the podcast 'Biomes' in which he interviews leading microbiome researchers around the world about their research.
New Blizard dedicated site on Space Connect: Action on or after 1 June 2024 28 May 2024
Effective from Saturday 1 June 2024, the Blizard Institute will have its own dedicated site on Space Connect, which is separate from the main Queen Mary University of London site. This has been set up to allow Blizard users to book desks up to four weeks in advance.
Message from the Principal: demonstration on Mile End campus 15 May 2024
Waste improvement project 10 May 2024
The Campus Services and Sustainability teams have been working together to introduce improvements to our waste management practices.
Message from Prof Sir Mark Caulfield 8 May 2024
Update on the Staff Survey 2023 Action Plan 19 April 2024
Please find an update regarding progress on the Staff Survey 2023 Action Plan.
Chemical Safety Issues 4 April 2024
BCI Network & Mandatory Training update 3 April 2024
Following the announcement of access to the Citrix portal being reinstated and the migration of data from the H: Drive to One Drive being completed on 1 March, I am writing with a further update.
Blizard / DERI bioinformatics forum: Gabriel Rosser of BenevolentAI 28 March 2024
For the next Blizard / DERI bioinformatics forum we have the prospect of a great talk from Gabriel Rosser of BenevolentAI.
Max Biguet passes PhD viva 28 March 2024
Congratulations to Max Biguet who passed his PhD viva voce on Wednesday 26 March.
News from the Blizard EDI team 20 March 2024
Please see some updates below from the EDI team.
Call to take part in the Festival of Communities closing soon 18 March 2024
Don’t miss your chance to take part in the Festival of Communities, returning to Stepney Green Park on Saturday 8 June
Flying Faculty Computers and staff travelling to high-risk countries 14 March 2024
We now have a provision for flying faculty and those travelling to high-risk countries.
Instructions for hybrid meetings in Spikey (Yealink Instructions) 1 March 2024
A new system for online/hybrid meetings has now been installed in Spikey. Please follow these instructions if you plan to hold hybrid meetings in this room. We hope that this will be an improvement on the current system, and we will be monitoring its effectiveness before rolling out to Large Cloud and Small Cloud.
Join the community of Senior Tutors within IHSE and help to support students in need of academic assistance 28 February 2024
We hope you will consider an exciting opportunity to join the community of Senior Tutors within IHSE. We are currently seeking expressions of interest from candidates for the role, which aims to facilitate and enhance the programme of academic support for MBBS/GEP students.
Education Excellence Awards and President and Principal's Prizes 28 February 2024
The Education Excellence Awards and President and Principal's Prizes are currently open for nominations from staff (academic and professional services) and students.
Funding Opportunity: Transdisciplinary Approaches to Mobility and Global Health - Novo Nordisk Foundation, Wellcome and the Volkswagen Foundation 27 February 2024
Novo Nordisk Foundation (Denmark), Wellcome (UK) and the Volkswagen Foundation are funding multi-perspective research into the interactions between mobility and health.
Four-year MRC ITTP PhD studentship opportunity – deadline extended 27 February 2024
Supervisors Dr Emma Chambers, Dr Emanuel Rognoni and Dr Matthew Caley are looking for high calibre candidates to conduct an exciting 4-year Fully Funded PhD studentship funded by DEBRA UK.
REMINDER: IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Advanced warning of significant electrical infrastructure work - ABERNETHY BUILDING - Fri 22 - Sun 24 March 2024 27 February 2024
I am emailing to inform you of Estates and Facilities (EAF) infrastructure work which is scheduled to take place the weekend before the Easter break, 22-24 March 2024, in the Abernethy Building only.
Blizard Club Seminar tomorrow, Weds 28 February 2pm 27 February 2024
Please note that the seminars have returned to the Perrin Lecture Theatre until end of July.
Update on membership of working group in response to open letter 23 February 2024
The Membership for the Working Group set up in response to the open letter has now been agreed.
BCI network update 23 February 2024
Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine seminar 22 February 2024
NWOW: Requests in response to feedback from colleagues 22 February 2024
Large and Small Cloud now bookable via Outlook – please rebook existing requests yourself by 8 March 22 February 2024
Large Cloud and Small Cloud are now both available to book via Outlook. All meeting rooms are now bookable via this process.
Important: BCI network update 22 February 2024
Most of the services that were previously available before the data centre relocation are now available.
QMUL Microbiome Network 16 February 2024
The QMUL Microbiome Network is a new initiative to bring together researchers who are working on, or are interested in, any aspect of microbiome research.
New personal lockers now available for use - instructions for how to set your new locker code 15 February 2024
Issues regarding the parking area between Queen Mary BioEnterprises Innovation Centre and the Abernethy Building 15 February 2024
Please note issues flagged by Security
Call for Abstracts and Sign ups: Postgrad Research Showcase on LGBTQ+ History 14 February 2024
Are you working on some aspect of LGBT+ history in your research? Keen to add to your CV, or just to meet other researchers working on similar topics at Queen Mary?
PhD student wellness event 7 February 2024
Dear PhD students, are you navigating the rollercoaster of PhD life?
GCH Seminar 7 February 2024
“Roles of endogenous retroviruses at the feto-maternal interface"
John Vane Academy - Annual Bursary Scheme Open for Applications 7 February 2024
Calling all FMD PhD Students and Postdocs: Have you found a training opportunity that would expand your skillset? We’d love to help fund it!
Tissue Processor no longer operational 7 February 2024
Unfortunately, the tissue processor in the Blizard developed a fault last week which is not able to be fixed by the company as the machine is now 20 years old and the parts are obsolete.
Important update: BCI network downtime, 16-19 February 7 February 2024
FAO: All FMD -and- All BCC users (as per BCI AD)
Email signature banners for promoting the National Student Survey 2024 7 February 2024
The 2024 National Student Survey (NSS) of final-year undergraduate students is open from Monday 29 January to Tuesday 30 April at Queen Mary.
Sabrina Skeete appointed Blizard Professional Services EDI Representative 7 February 2024
We are pleased to announce that Sabrina Skeete has been appointed to the role of Blizard Professional Services EDI Representative, and will be joining the FMD EDI Committee in this capacity.
Update regarding works on the blinds 7 February 2024
Thank you for your patience and cooperation during the ongoing works on the blinds.
Volunteers needed for Summer Schools 7 February 2024
We are looking for volunteers to help run the 2024 Summer Schools:
Process for booking the new meeting rooms 1 February 2024
The new meeting rooms are now bookable through Outlook and the Reserva panels outside the rooms.
Invitation to Arts and Humanities in the Medical Curriculum, Barts Pathology Museum 21 February 2024 31 January 2024
Join us for this exciting event at Barts Pathology Museum, Robin Brook Centre, West Smithfield. Discover what is already happening in the Institute, Faculty and University and how arts and humanities might play a vital role in shaping our new MBBS curriculum.
New Athena Swan Gold logo to add to email signatures 31 January 2024
Following on from our Gold Athena Swan award in December, we have been provided with the Gold logo from AdvanceHE, and encourage you all to use this in your email signatures.
Join next week's inaugural celebrating Professor Myles Lewis 31 January 2024
'Precision in thought, decision in life – Advances in precision medicine in rheumatology' Inaugural Lecture of Professor Myles Lewis
Applications invited for the role of Deputy Institute Director, Wolfson Institute of Population Health 31 January 2024
The Wolfson Institute of Population Health are seeking to appoint a Deputy Director to work with the Institute Director to provide a rich, inclusive, and stimulating environment in which research and education can thrive, contributing to the overall ambitious 2030 strategy.
Quartzy groups for ethanol,, gloves, blue roll orders 31 January 2024
It has come to our attention that some users have been using historic groups on Quartzy for ethanol orders.
Festival of Communities 2024: Call for Activities 31 January 2024
Take part in the Festival of Communities 2024
Postdoc Society first meeting 31 January 2024
Thurs 1 February, 12.30pm-2.00pm
Mandatory training records 31 January 2024
Dear Colleagues, as you are aware, towards the end of last year we launched CPD Training – our new platform for recording and monitoring development activities for staff and post-graduate (PGR) students across Queen Mary.
Nominations Open for FMD Staff Awards 2024 31 January 2024
Nominations for the FMD Staff Awards are now open. Please see attached for award categories and below for guidance on making a nomination.
Feedback for Library Services: West Smithfield and Whitechapel 31 January 2024
Library Services is hosting an event in Mile End Library on Wednesday 7 February, 2.30-5.00pm.
Response to open letter on sexual assaults 30 January 2024
Dear Colleagues, most of you will now have read the open letter from a group of PhD students and post-docs that I received last December.
HSS-HDRC Interdisciplinary Health Research Event: Wednesday 31 January 30 January 2024
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, together with Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRC) warmly invites colleagues from HSS and FMD to join an interdisciplinary event
Blizard Club Seminar Weds 31 January 2.00pm 30 January 2024
Encouraging Supervisor Applications for Research & Innovation Awards 30 January 2024
The Research & Innovation Awards nominations are now open, and we are taking this as an opportunity to encourage more Supervisor applications.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 30 January 2024
Talk title: 'Identifying novel pro-senescence compounds for p16-positive basal-like breast cancer (BLBC)'
NIHR Research Professorship Call 2024/25 24 January 2024
This is an early call for the next NIHR Round 15 Research Professorships and Global Research Professorships (Round 7) for the 24/25 academic year competition.
SMS- ESPRC Mathematics team visit to SMS - 6 February 2024 24 January 2024
Please contact Dr Juan Valiente Kroon (j.a.valiente-kroon@qmul.ac.uk) or Prof Martin Knight (m.m.knight@qmul.ac.uk) ASAP if you are interested in the attending the below.
Update on works to the blinds - desks in zone D unavailable until Tuesday 30 January 24 January 2024
Due to Health & Safety concerns further desks in zone D have had to be made unavailable until Tuesday 30 January.
UKRI Future Leader Fellowship (FLF) Round 9 - FMD Demand Management Call 24 January 2024
The UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship (FLF) Round 9 pre-call is now live.
Funding opportunity oncology 24 January 2024
To all cancer researchers, as part of a pilot programme, Cancer Research Horizons has awarded QMUL a total of £50k of translational funding, called the Project Development Fund (PDF).
Lab coat washing 24 January 2024
A reminder that Lab coats need to be washed on a monthly basis the lab management team will also be collecting any unlabelled and long dated lab coats to send for washing.
Opportunity: Senior Health Data Analyst - Alazawi lab 24 January 2024
Professor Will Alazawi invites applications for a motivated and committed Senior Data Health Analyst
Online Impact training 24 January 2024
As you may know, we in the Impact team have recently converted our training offer into an online course on QMPlus.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Advanced warning of significant electrical infrastructure work - ABERNETHY BUILDING - 22-24 March 2024 24 January 2024
I am informing you of Estates and Facilities (EAF) infrastructure work which is scheduled to take place the weekend before the Easter break, Fri 22 - Sun 24 March 2024, in the Abernethy Building only.
Comms rooms electrical shutdown in the Blizard Building Tues 30 - Wed 31 Jan 2024 - will temporarily affect comms 23 January 2024
There are some electrical remedial works that need to take place in comms rooms Q3, Q4, and Q6 to replace the distribution boards.
Door from glass bridge to Blizard 'out of action' 23 January 2024
One of the doors from the glass walkway coming into the Blizard on the first floor is currently not to be used.
Moderna UK Fellowship Program 23 January 2024
Moderna has opened applications for their UK 2024 fellowship programme.
Research and Innovation Awards 2024 now open 23 January 2024
I’m extremely pleased to announce that applications for the Research and Innovation Awards 2024 are now open.
Join an upcoming workshop on best practice for sex-inclusive research 23 January 2024
You are invited to take part in this workshop suitable for pre-clinical (PhD Student to Professor) researchers with an interest in learning how to incorporate biological sex as an experimental variable.
Dr Andrew Durham appointed Deputy Director of Education 23 January 2024
We are pleased to announce that Dr Andrew Durham has been appointed Deputy Director of Education for the Blizard Institute.
Update on NWOW: desk bookings, lockers and meeting rooms 19 January 2024
Thank you very much for your support and patience this week during the move to the new villages.
Message from the Principal: Welcome to 2024 17 January 2024
Dear colleagues, I hope this message finds you well, and although it seems some time ago now, I hope that you managed to rest and recharge over the Christmas break.
Blizard Club Seminar Wednesday 24 January - 2pm 17 January 2024
Please note that the seminars will be returning to the Perrin Lecture Theatre until end of July.
Promega seminar - Wednesday 24 January, 1.15pm 17 January 2024
Join Promega and talk to experts at a seminar on Cell Health and Metabolic Assays.
Information Classification Policy & Training 17 January 2024
I am writing with an update and clarification regarding the Queen Mary information storage guidance communicated in my email of 2 Jan 2024.
Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research seminar 17 January 2024
'Development of a Functional 3D Eccrine Sweat Gland Model'
Please do not remove shared equipment from bookable desks 16 January 2024
Important message regarding equipment on desks
Post-Doctoral Position in Dufton lab 16 January 2024
I have an MRC-funded 3-year post-doctoral position available in my lab investigating how Atypical Chemokine Receptors (ACKRs) orchestrate changes in vascular patterning during murine models of fibrotic liver disease.
Blizard Club Seminar Wednesday 17 January 16 January 2024
The first Blizard Club Seminar will take place tomorrow, Wednesday 17 January at 1.30pm.
REMINDER: -80C freezer space 16 January 2024
As many of you are aware we have reached capacity as to how many -80C freezers we can accommodate in the Blizard Building and the QMB Freezer room.
National Apprenticeship Week update 16 January 2024
We are less than a month away from the start of National Apprenticeship Week and wanted to take this opportunity to update you on our plans – while asking for your support.
Invitation to WISE@QMUL's first postgraduate seminar this year 16 January 2024
On ‘Tackling sexual harassment and misconduct in academia’ on Thursday 15 February 2024 from 3.30pm to 4.30pm.
Source Genomics Exhibition – Wednesday 17 January 16 January 2024
Source Genomics will be on site at the Blizard Institute on Wednesday 17 January
Lauren Exell starts as Interim Centre Manager for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma 12 January 2024
Lauren Exell will be taking on the role of Interim Centre Manager for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma from Monday 15 January for six months. She is looking forward to supporting the Centre and meeting colleagues from across the Institute in the coming weeks.
Update on NWOW: move to villages, lockers and meeting rooms 10 January 2024
As part of the ongoing NWOW project works, we will communicate regular updates highlighting progress to date and any works planned over the next few weeks.
North east tea point out of use tomorrow (11 Jan) 10 January 2024
The north east tea point will be out of use tomorrow (Thursday 11 January) due to work on the blinds.
LGBTQIA+ History Month February 2024 10 January 2024
The theme this year is Medicine – #UnderTheScope
Sign up for the first FMD EDI seminar of 2024 10 January 2024
"Getting it wrong, trying to make it better...work in progress" Professor Jo Martin CBE, Deputy Vice Principal for Health
Faculty of Medicine receives Gold Athena Swan Award 10 January 2024
We are delighted to announce that Medicine has been awarded an Athena Swan Gold Award, recognising our outstanding progression and achievements in promoting gender equality.
SMC Monthly Report for Press Officers (December 2023) 10 January 2024
The next Introduction to the News Media event will take place in person on Tuesday 5 March at the University of Sheffield (Firth Hall, Firth Court, Western Bank, S10 2TN) 12-5pm with a free lunch from 12-1pm and a drinks reception until 6pm.
Development Opportunity: Blizard Institute EDI Representative (PS) 10 January 2024
We are looking to recruit for a Blizard Professional Services EDI Representative to join the FMD EDI Committee.
UUKi UK-Brazil research workshop invite 9 January 2024
Brazil-UK research workshop and virtual networking
Important Tissue Processor updates 9 January 2024
Following on from last weeks update (found below), there is a further update on changes to the tissue processing facility.
PGR Whitechapel campus tour next Thursday! 9 January 2024
A Happy New Year to you all. Please see the message from Lily Freeman-Jones, your QMSU PGR Engagement Officer
bestKenny
New Year, New.... Research Integrity Training 9 January 2024
As a reminder, PGRs registering from the beginning of the academic year 2022/23 are required to undertake the centralised research integrity training, which is provided online by Epigeum.
Centre for Immunobiology external seminar series - Prof. Mark Travis, University of Manchester 9 January 2024
The Centre for Immunobiology external research seminar series continues this month on Monday 15 January at 2pm in the Clark Kennedy Lecture Theatre. We will be joined by Professor Mark Travis from the University of Manchester.
Biorad ChemiDoc Demo 15 - 19 Jan 9 January 2024
Dear Lab staff
*CANCELLED* Next Blizard Club Seminar: Wednesday 10 January, 1.30pm. Perrin LT - CORRECTION 9 January 2024
Please note the corrected date below.
Kristin Braun's last day - afternoon tea (RSVP) 9 January 2024
Kristin worked at the Blizard for 18 years culminating in her time as Director of Education for the Institute and co-Programme Director for Regenerative Medicine.
Dr Maria Maiaru-Neuroscience Seminar Series 9 January 2024
Please find details below for January’s Neuroscience Seminar Series:
Important Tissue Processor update 9 January 2024
The tissue processor located in LG23 will only be run once a week on a Tuesdays at 3pm.
REMINDER: Whiteboard session on Tuesday 23 January, 1.00pm-2.00pm 9 January 2024
The next whiteboard session will take place on Tuesday 23 January from 2.00pm to 3.00pm, in the Small Cloud meeting room at the Blizard Institute.
NEXT WEEK: Celebrating the work of Prof Shafaq Sikandar at the upcoming inaugural lecture 9 January 2024
'Touching a nerve - reflections on pain mechanisms in the brain to sensory ganglia'Inaugural Lecture of Professor Shafaq Sikandar
Celebrating the Centre for Cancer Screening, Prevention & Early Diagnosis 9 January 2024
and the distinguished careers of Professors Stephen Duffy and Jack Cuzick.
Installation of sensors for NWOW 9 January 2024
Work to install the XY Sensors for Space Planning will begin on Monday 8 January.
Blizard Club Seminar Series 2024 3 January 2024
The Blizard Club Seminars will be returning weekly to the Perrin Lecture Theatre from Wednesday 10 January between 1.30pm - 2.30pm.
Invitation - Library Event on 7 Feb 2024 3 January 2024
I am delighted to invite staff and students in the Blizard Institute to Queen Mary Libraries 2030: Celebrations and Conversations
Update from Louise Lester: Staff Bonus Scheme 3 January 2024
This year's Grade 1-7 Staff Bonus Scheme opened for applications on Monday 18 December.
Reminder: Update on works to the blinds - repairs to begin in north-east corner of first floor on 9 January 3 January 2024
This is a reminder of upcoming works to the blinds around the building.
Important information about email security 3 January 2024
In the past few weeks, IT Services have seen a significant increase in phishing emails sent to our staff.
Tissue Culture Working Group 3 January 2024
I would like to put together a Tissue Culture (TC) working group so that we can have as much input as possible from the users to help determine the uses of the TC rooms going forward after the microbiological safety cabinet (MSC) refurbishment project has been completed.
Kristin Braun's last day - afternoon tea (RSVP) 2 January 2024
Our dear friend and colleague Kristin Braun left the Blizard for an exciting new opportunity and 21 December was her last day.
Information Classification Policy & Training 2 January 2024
We are writing to remind you of Queen Mary’s guidance on information storage.
Blizard Bioinformatics Forum and DERI Coding Club 2 January 2024
The QMUL Genome Centre has set up the Blizard Bioinformatics Forum to help bring together the bioinformatics community at the Blizard.
Season's Greetings from the Principal 15 December 2023
As we approach the Christmas break, I would like to wish you the very best for the festive season and to thank you for all your hard work, especially in looking after our students, over the year.
REMINDER: FMD Research Delivery Team Meeting - Mapping Practices of Participation 6 December 2023
We are currently conducting a Research England funded project entitled Mapping Practices of Participation.
Update on NWOW, progress and upcoming works 6 December 2023
As part of the ongoing NWOW project works, we will communicate regular updates highting progress to date and any works planned over the next few weeks.
Funding opportunity: BHF Consultant Research Award 6 December 2023
Please find details of the next call for the BHF Consultant Research Award. Please feel free to circulate this call to colleagues who you think might be suitable for this.
GCH Research Seminar: 13 Dec at 12pm, Spikey and MS Teams (Dr Pradeepa Madapura) 6 December 2023
Please join the seminar presentation through this invite or MS Teams calendar and make sure your camera is switched off and microphone muted when you join.
Tea point update 5 December 2023
Modification to the 1st floor northeast tea point is complete and available for use.
Organisational & Professional Development Newsletter 5 December 2023
December 2023 Edition
Funding Opportunity: UKRI BBSRC Mid-range equipment for biosciences research 5 December 2023
The BBSRC Mid-range equipment for biosciences research call is live now.
Removal of historic items from back up freezers 5 December 2023
In preparation for the Christmas closure lab management are in the process of reviewing historical items that have been in our back up freezers.
Join us for the Blizard end-of-year reception on Wednesday 13 December 5 December 2023
We warmly invite you to an end-of-year festive reception to celebrate with colleagues.
(Action) - Applications and Software 5 December 2023
There is currently a project under way to try and map which applications/software are being used across the university in order to address a number of areas such as support, licensing and training needs.
Reduced lighting 8pm-6am Mon 4 Dec-Thurs 7 December, Blizard AND Abernethy Buildings - no staff to be present during these times! 5 December 2023
Next week from Mon 4 December to Thursday 7 December, Dennis Johns will be carrying out the annual testing for Emergency Lighting in the Blizard and Abernethy Buildings between the hours of 8pm-6am.
Chemical weapon precursors 5 December 2023
Every year we are legally required to declare any chemical weapon precursors we have bought, sold, transferred or disposed of between 1/1/23 to 31/12/23.
Improving the Security of University User Accounts 5 December 2023
To increase security at QM and ensure that you have a safe environment to work in, ITS Information Security are making changes to better protect our user identities.
Message from the President and Principal to all staff 5 December 2023
Queen Mary University is, and has always been, an inclusive community that has traditionally come together to support each other through difficult times.
Royal Institution Christmas Lectures - livestream with Centre of the Cell 5 December 2023
Centre of the Cell will be one of the livestream venues for this year’s Christmas Lectures from the Royal Institution on the evenings of 12, 14 and 16 December from 6pm to 8.30pm.
2023/24 Academic Promotions Round now open - information, guidance and workshops 5 December 2023
The Academic Promotions Round for 2023/24 is open for applications from 1 December 2023 until 31 January 2024.
Dry Ice disposal 29 November 2023
Lab management were notified of dry ice that was poured down the sink in TC 7 (LG15) today.
Reminder: Blizard Glass Replacement - Turner Street Elevation - Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December 29 November 2023
This is a reminder that two panes of glass at a high level on the Turner Street side of the Blizard Building will be replaced during the day on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December.
Reminder: Nightingale Health Exhibition and Seminar Weds 29 November 28 November 2023
Just a reminder that Nightingale Health will be on site at the Blizard Institute tomorrow for an exhibition and lunchtime seminar titled "Predicting common diseases in large biobanks with metabolic and polygenic risk scores".
Blizard Labs North Western corridor out of use 28 November 2023
Please note the North side of the Western corridor outside CL3 has been temporarily cordoned off while some engineering works to repair an extractor motor takes place.
BBSRC Mid-range equipment for biosciences research: ALERT 2023 28 November 2023
The BBSRC Mid-range equipment for biosciences research: ALERT 2023 has now launched.
Staff Networks: Co-Chair Elections 28 November 2023
Elections are taking place throughout November and December to appoint the Co-Chairs of our Staff affinity networks; Staff Disability Network, Parents and Carers Network and QMOut.
Applications invited for the role of Deputy Director for Education (Blizard Institute) 28 November 2023
The purpose of the Deputy Director for Education role is to assist the Director for Education in directing and coordinating the promotion of educational activity within the Institute and maintaining strategic oversight of education activities.
PHURI lecture: Prof. Karsten Suhre 28 November 2023
“Genetic associations with metabolomic and proteomic traits”
Planned maintenance of hot water and heating - Thursday 30 November 28 November 2023
The hot water and heating will be switched off for planned maintenance works in the Blizard building from 4pm-8pm on Thursday 30 November.
Staff Update - Dr Theo Kreouzis 28 November 2023
Dear colleagues,
Invited Lecturer - Maura Corsetti - Monday 4 December, 1pm - Wingate Institute 28 November 2023
The Wingate Institute lecture with Maura Corsetti now has an online attendance option. Please see meeting link below and lecture details shared previously.
Funding opportunity: Invite to the Evotec presentation 28 November 2023
Please find below an invite to a presentation by Evotec describing the opportunity we have in beLAB1407 to enhance our translational research with potential funding of up to £1.2 million.
Deep clean of Tissue Processor and Embedding Station 28 November 2023
We would like to shut down the tissue processor and embedding station for a full deep clean and would like to get an idea of usage requirements before the end of the year.
Update on NWOW, progress and upcoming works 28 November 2023
FMD Research Delivery Team Meeting - Mapping Practices of Participation 28 November 2023
BOC dry ice order form 28 November 2023
Please note the below dates received from BOC on service over the festive period and New Year.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 28 November 2023
The next speaker in the seminar series is:
Update on NWOW, progress and upcoming works 27 November 2023
Vacancy Head of CCFS 22 November 2023
Expressions of interest are sought for the role of Head of the Certificate for Clinical Foundation Studies (CCFS) programme (0.4 FTE)
Opportunity to apply for the role of Centre Manager at the Blizard Institute 22 November 2023
The Blizard Institute is offering FMD staff members the opportunity to apply for the role of Centre Manager in the Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery and Trauma.
Items left on lab bench in lab 22 November 2023
Dear lab users, when disposing of items in the lab, please dispose of things correctly and do not leave them on other people’s bench space.
Blizard Glass Replacement - Turner Street Elevation - Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December 22 November 2023
Two panes of glass at a high level on the Turner Street side of the Blizard Building will be replaced during the day on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December.
Queen Mary launches new Carers Career Development Fund 22 November 2023
Queen Mary celebrates Carers Rights Day by launching a new Carers Career Development Fund
CBCR Journal Club - Metka Gorkic and Sophia Lunetto 21 November 2023
Please find the details for the next CBCR Journal Club listed below.
Save the date: FMD Academic Promotion Workshop 21 November 2023
There will be a MS Teams link in due course.
Blizard Glass Replacement - Turner Street Elevation - Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 December 21 November 2023
Queen Mary launches new Carers Career Development Fund 21 November 2023
Thursday 23 November is Carers Rights Day, which aims to raise awareness of carers and to empower carers with information and support.
FMD REF2028 Elements Data Collection Trial 21 November 2023
FAO: all TR/TS/PI academics
London Immunology Group Seminar Series - Thursday 23 November, 1pm 21 November 2023
The BSI London Immunology Group invites you to join our next online seminar this Thursday 23 November at 1pm GMT.
REMINDER: Blizard Institute External Advisory Board - Friday 24 November 2023 21 November 2023
The Blizard Institute is holding a very important External Advisory Board on Friday 24 November 2023.
Barts and the London Arts Christmas Art Exhibition 21 November 2023
Barts and The London Arts will be running a Christmas Art Exhibition in the basement at Empire House on 13 December, 2023 (4.30pm to 7.30pm).
Invited Lecturer - Maura Corsetti - 4th December @ 1pm - Wingate Institute 21 November 2023
The treatment of chronic constipation: has the study of pathophysiology and mechanism of drugs improved clinical practice.
Funding opportunity: The Royal Society - Career Development Fellowship 21 November 2023
The Royal Society is offering the most talented early career scientists from underrepresented groups in STEM with research funding and high-quality training opportunities through a four-year postdoctoral Career Development Fellowship (CDF) to build a strong base for a successful research career.
London Skin Club 17 November 2023
Queen Mary and the Lifelong Health MDT will be hosting the twelfth London Skin Club meeting
Blizard Horizon Scanning Group Committee (BHSC) 14 November 2023
Thursday 23 November 2023, 10.00am – 11.30am, in the Spikey meeting room, Blizard Institute.
Care with Electrical outlets 14 November 2023
Following an incident last week in which the plug socket to a -20 freezer containing thousands of pounds worth of reagents was turned off, please could all staff and students take care with electrical outlets.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 14 November 2023
The next two speakers in the seminar series are:
Whiteboard meeting on Tuesday 21 November, 1.00pm-2.00pm 14 November 2023
The next whiteboard session will take place on Tuesday 21 November from 1.00pm to 2.00pm, in the Spikey meeting room at the Blizard Institute.
Blizard NWOW Update 14 November 2023
Dear colleagues, as part of the ongoing NWOW project works, we will communicate regularly with updates highlighting progress to date and any works planned in the next two weeks.
24L Sharps bins shortage 14 November 2023
Dear Lab staff, please note we are currently experiencing a shortage of 24L sharps bins.
Blizard Institute External Advisory Board - Friday 24 November 2023 14 November 2023
Dear colleagues, the Blizard Institute is holding a very important External Advisory Board on Friday 24 November 2023.
Call for Poster Abstracts - FMD Industry Connect: Cardiovascular and Metabolism Event 14 November 2023
As part of the FMD Industry Connect Cardiovascular and Metabolism Event to be held on Wednesday 22 November 2023, there will be a Poster Competition with prizes.
QMUL centre for predictive in vitro models / UK organ-on-a-chip network annual symposium 14 November 2023
We will be holding our annual symposium on the afternoon of 29 November on the QMUL Whitechapel campus.
Items for removal from LG157 (equipment cold room) 8 November 2023
Dear Lab Users, The equipment cold room is almost clear of non-equipment mould riddled items.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 7 November 2023
Inventia Seminar and Exhibition Weds 8 November 7 November 2023
A reminder that Inventia Life Sciences will be on site at the Blizard Institute on Weds 8 November.
LIG Seminar Series - Thursday 9 November 7 November 2023
The BSI London Immunology Group invites you to join our next online seminar this Thursday 9 November at 1pm.
FMD Industry Connect Cardiovascular Metabolism Day 7 November 2023
Please find information below regarding the upcoming FMD Industry Connect Cardiovascular and Metabolism Day. Will Alazawi and David Kelsell will be speakers at this event.
Online academic-policy engagement training with the Mile End Institute 7 November 2023
The Mile End Institute is pleased to present its Introduction to Policy Engagement and Impact online training.
Call for Poster Abstracts - FMD Industry Connect: Cardiovascular and Metabolism Event 7 November 2023
Funding Opportunity: The Kennedy Trust Senior Research Fellowships 7 November 2023
This is a call to announce that applications are now open for the next Kennedy Trust Senior Research Fellowship.
ESRC/LISS DTP Postgraduate Studentships 2024-2025 3 November 2023
The application window is open until Friday 26 January, 5.00pm (UK time) for academic year 2024-25 ESRC Open Competition studentships through the London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership, offering full funding for postgraduate study. The Doctoral Training Partnership is led by King’s, partnered by Imperial College London and Queen Mary University of London.
Update on NWOW, progress and upcoming works 3 November 2023
As part of the ongoing NWOW project works, we will communicate regular updates highting progress to date and any works planned in the next two weeks.
Strategy 2030 town hall: update from our Faculty Vice-Principals 1 November 2023
You're invited to Strategy 2030 town hall: update from our Faculty Vice-Principals
Professor Vardhman Rakyan appointed Deputy Director of Research 1 November 2023
I am pleased to announce that Professor Vardhman Rakyan has been appointed Deputy Director of Research for the Blizard Institute.
Welcome back to our Whitechapel AV Steward 1 November 2023
We are pleased to welcome back our Whitechapel AV Steward, Sai Srikanth (s.srikanth@qmul.ac.uk), who is based in the Blizard Building.
Professor Adrian Martineau appointed Centre Lead for Immunobiology 1 November 2023
We are pleased to announce that Professor Adrian Martineau has been appointed as Centre Lead for Immunobiology from 1 January.
You are invited to join the next Entrepreneurs Club seminar with Dr Rosalind Hannen 1 November 2023
Dr Rosalind Hannen (Founder and CEO of Keratify) will present her bench to industry journey explaining how she took her research on dermatology to market.
Bone & Joint Health welcomes first physiotherapist awarded UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship 1 November 2023
The Barts Bone & Joint Health group are delighted to announce that Katie Sheehan, our very first Professor of Rehabilitation, will be joining Queen Mary on Wednesday 1 November.
Beta-mercaptoethanol smell from LG23/24 BE CAREFUL 1 November 2023
This email is to advise lab users of two things.
WISE@QMUL event - Parenthood in Academia Workshop 31 October 2023
WISE@QMUL will be running a workshop next month aimed at PhDs and Early Career Researchers (ECRs), centred around the topic of balancing caring responsibilities and a PhD or academic career.
Please do not dispose of loose sharp objects in the recycling bins 31 October 2023
Please do not dispose of loose sharp objects – such as pins – in the recycling bins.
Major new report highlights our University’s economic and social impact 31 October 2023
Dear colleague, I hope Semester 1 is progressing well.
Whiteboard meeting on Tuesday 21 November, 1.00pm-2.00pm 31 October 2023
Blizard Coffee Morning with special celebration for Professor David Kelsell 31 October 2023
At the next Blizard Coffee Morning taking place next Tuesday at 11am, we will also be celebrating Professor David Kelsell's long service at the University.
Centre for Immunobiology external seminar series 31 October 2023
Dr Jordan Minnell, Malaghan Institute of Medical Research in Wellington, New Zealand
Funding Opportunity: Participatory Research Fund now open 31 October 2023
The Centre for Public Engagement Participatory Research Fund offers an opportunity to apply for up to £10,000 to support the delivery of projects that enable participatory or co-produced research with stakeholders outside of the university.
Professor Vardhman Rakyan appointed Deputy Director of Research 31 October 2023
Further delay to the works on the blinds 31 October 2023
I am writing to provide a further update on the scheduled work to the blinds around the building.
Cybersecurity event: Be the guardian of your online world 31 October 2023
IT Services are inviting Students and Staff to join the Cybersecurity Social/Educational event in Arts 2 Lecture Theatre on Friday 10 November from 5pm.
Mock SFP Interview Support 27 October 2023
We are running mock interviews to help prepare Final year students who have applied for Specialised Foundation Programme (SFP) posts this year.
Anti-malware change on QMUL Laptops & Desktops 27 October 2023
As part of the ongoing work to improve information security, ITS is deploying “Microsoft Defender for Endpoint”
Blizard New Ways of Working: Work Programme 25 October 2023
As you are aware, the NWOW project is starting on Monday 30 October.
Postdoc Opportunity - antiviral RNA binding proteins 25 October 2023
I am looking to recruit a postdoc in my group, and I would really appreciate if you could distribute this email amongst your contacts/potentially interested candidates.
More volunteers required: Fire Marshals 25 October 2023
We are still looking for more volunteers to become Fire Marshals for the Institute.
Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine webinar 25 October 2023
The Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine cordially invites you to a special online seminar by Dr Kang Ko (University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine), hosted by Dr Ana Caetano, on Monday 30 October at 12pm.
GCH Research Seminar, Thursday 9 Nov at 12pm in Spikey and Teams (Dr Claire Bourke) 25 October 2023
The next Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar on Thursday 9 November 2023 between 12.00-1.30pm, it will be a mixed-mode meeting in Spikey and on MS Teams.
Wingate Lecture Series - Monday 30 October at 12pm via Zoom 25 October 2023
Please confirm if you are able/not able to attend.
Celebrating 25 years of Starlab with a SUPER Special Offer 25 October 2023
For those of you interested, Please see below and attached an offer from Starlab
New initiatives to promote wellbeing and community 25 October 2023
We would like to launch some new initiatives in the Blizard to promote wellbeing and to increase our sense of community.
Fire Assembly Point for the Blizard Building (main entrance to Floyer House) 24 October 2023
We are writing to remind you of the Fire Assembly Point for the Blizard Building.
Reminder of Emergency Lighting Works 25 October 24 October 2023
A reminder of the lighting works taking place on Wednesday 25 October from 5pm onwards which will affect bays 13 to 29, East and West sides.
Jürgen Groet appointed Blizard Director of Education from 1 January 2024 24 October 2023
I am pleased to announce that Jürgen Groet will be taking over as Director of Education. He will be starting the handover process with Kristin from now and will officially take over the role from 1 January 2024.
Please do not hang blinds on the scaffolding 24 October 2023
A contractor from the scaffolding company has reported that some staff have hung the blinds onto the scaffolding poles in an attempt to let more light into the building.
Professor David Kelsell appointed Deputy Institute Director 24 October 2023
We are pleased to inform you that Professor David Kelsell has now been appointed Deputy Institute Director of the Blizard Institute from Wednesday 1 November.
Blizard front entrance issues 24 October 2023
Please note that due to issues with Blizard main entrance door, security have advised that this door would have to be closed after 6pm.
Blizard Horizon Scanning Group Committee (BHSC) 24 October 2023
Abram Botros and Alexander McGown from Sartorius UK Ltd. will present the Incucyte® Live-Cell Analysis System.
Message from the President and Principal to all students and staff: on the Middle East conflict 19 October 2023
The Principal discusses the unfolding events in the Middle East.
Emergency Lighting Works October 25 18 October 2023
On Wednesday 25 October, contractors will undertake emergency lighting maintenance in the open lab bays 13 to 29, East and West sides (area affected shown below).
Webinar: MRC Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) Round 2 call - Outline Application 18 October 2023
Please note that the webinar for the MRC CoRE Round 2 call is scheduled on November 8 2023 at 10:30am.
Register for the next Entrepreneurs Club session! 18 October 2023
With great excitement we are announcing that our next Entrepreneurs Club will host Dr Rosalind Hannen on 28 November at 3pm.
Treatment of Bed Bugs - Ground Floor Abernethy 18 October 2023
All affected areas on the ground floor of Abernethy have now been fumigated but will need to remain closed until Monday 30 October for treatment to take effect.
Update on works to be carried out on blinds 18 October 2023
Webinar: MRC Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) Round 2 call - Outline Application 17 October 2023
Webinar: MRC Centre of Research Excellence (CoRE) Round 2 call - Outline Application
Teaching has restarted in the Garrod Building 17 October 2023
The Garrod Building has commenced occupation for teaching from Monday 16 October 2023 in the refurbished space.
Queen Mary now has a Multi Study Licence to access data from CPRD 17 October 2023
CPRD (Clinical Practice Research Datalink) is a longitudinal dataset of 60 million patients, representative of the UK population.
WISE@QMUL: Parenthood in Academia Workshop 17 October 2023
Come and meet other early career researchers and PhD students who are parents or thinking about starting a family.
PCR Biosystems Research Grant Competition, groups can win £6,000! 17 October 2023
Please see attached a poster related to this year's research grant competition:
The funeral of Professor John V. Priestley 17 October 2023
A service of thanksgiving for John Priestley's life will be held on Tuesday 31 October at 2pm, at Emmanuel Church, Wimbledon, 24 Ridgway, SW19 4QN. All are warmly invited to this service.
A reminder that Appraisal season closes at the end of November 17 October 2023
A reminder about the annual appraisal season, its aims, timelines and support
Update on Beg Bugs - Ground Floor Abernethy 13 October 2023
Pest Control has been for an inspection and have found evidence of potential active bed bugs in the Genes & Health premises.
WHD23 | What are the cause and mechanism behind Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer? Find out with Prof Charles Swanton next week 11 October 2023
Mechanism of Action and Inflammatory Axis for Air Pollution Induced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer with Professor Charles Swanton
Black mould in Equipment cold room LG157 11 October 2023
We have a large amount of black mould in cold room LG157.
Conflict in the Middle East: message from Dr Sharon Ellis, Chief Operations Officer 11 October 2023
You can see Queen Mary’s public statement on the conflict on our website.
Intern from Project SEARCH joining Lab Management team for 3 months 11 October 2023
This is just an email to make you aware that we have an intern, Chris, from Project SEARCH, joining the Laboratory Management team for 3 months from this week.
Emergency lighting works Thursday 26 October 11 October 2023
Thank you all for your patience over the last several months with the electrical works that needed to be done in the lab to make the lab more robust from an electrical point of view.
Life Tech Exhibition TODAY Weds 11 October 11 October 2023
Life Tech will be holding an exhibition in the Blizard today from 10am to 4pm at the top of the mushroom.
Update from the Principal: 10 October 2023 10 October 2023
Dear colleagues, I hope the first Semester is going well.
Lab coats 10 October 2023
In the interests of sustainability we have asked that lab coats no longer come back from cleaning wrapped in individual plastic bags.
Centre for Immunobiology external seminars series: 10 October 2023
Professor Mahdad Noursadeghi (University College London)
Remembering Professor John V. Priestley 10 October 2023
It is with great sadness that we would like to share the news that Professor John Priestley has passed away, after a long illness.
Queen Mary Impact Forum - Wednesday 15 November, 10.00-11.30am 10 October 2023
Please see message below from the Deputy Vice Principals for Impact.
Queen Mary Impact Fund - Call for Applications (Autumn 2023 and Spring 2024) 10 October 2023
We're excited to announce the relaunch of the Queen Mary Impact Fund (QMIF) following an extensive stakeholder engagement and redesign.
URGENT Medfusion Syringe Pumps Issues 10 October 2023
Please see the below email and attached information to do with a Medfusion syringe pump that was bought by someone/a team in the Blizard.
New Ways of Working (NWOW): Plan of works 10 October 2023
The contractor is due to start on site on Monday 30 October.
Lab rules - reminder 10 October 2023
Just a gentle reminder about some basic rules for visitors in the lab.
QMUL centre for predictive in vitro models / UK organ-on-a-chip network annual symposium 10 October 2023
We will be holding our annual symposium on the afternoon of Weds 29 November on the QMUL Whitechapel campus.
New Ways of Working (NWOW): Plan of works 6 October 2023
The contractor is due to start on site on Monday 30 October. We have arranged an all-staff meeting on Wednesday 18 October where we will aim to answer any questions you have, but in the meantime, we hope the information below is helpful.
Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar 4 October 2023
The next Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar on Thursday 12 October 2023 between 12.00-1.30pm, it will be a mixed-mode meeting in Spikey and on MS Teams.
Works on the scaffolding in the Blizard Wed/Thu evenings 4 October 2023
The scaffolding that has been in place in the Blizard for the last few months has to have a check before any works begin on the blinds.
PGR Students - QMUL Postgraduate Research Fund and Doctoral College Initiative Fund 4 October 2023
FAO: Blizard PGR Students and Supervisors
Rubbish in LG23/24 4 October 2023
Dear Lab users, this is a repeat email regarding rubbish located in LG23/24 that has remained there for another 2 weeks since our last email.
G4s works on the Centre of the Cell STEM Pod 4 October 2023
There will be G4S engineers working on the Centre of The Cell STEM Pod possibly this Friday or next week.
Estates and Facilities Office Furniture Survey - Friday 6 October 4 October 2023
On Friday 6 October, Estates and Facilities will be on site to complete a survey of the 20 small offices along the north and south sides of the building.
Insurance - TravelCert 3 October 2023
TravelCert has Changed
Commonwealth Master's and PhD scholarships 2024 for candidates from developing countries now open 3 October 2023
Closing date: Tuesday 17 October
[Updated links] Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Results 2023 3 October 2023
Status update: some colleagues are experiencing issues accessing the links to the PDFs below. You can access these via the update on Connected:
Phlebotomy room passcode change 3 October 2023
Please note that the code for the phlebotomy room has now changed.
Strike Action 18 Sept - 29 Sept 3 October 2023
I am writing to ask any colleagues who have taken Strike Action on the following dates: 18,19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 September 2023
Funding Opportunity: Royal Society pilots 3 October 2023
Career Development Fellowship to support independent researchers from underrepresented groups
ITS Service Desk update 3 October 2023
With the start of term, the ITS Service Desk are experiencing a high volume of queries and appreciate your patience as they work to respond to all queries as quickly as possible.
Update on works to be carried out on blinds 3 October 2023
I am writing to update you on upcoming works to the blinds around the building.
Important Cyber Security: LibWebP update required 3 October 2023
We have been notified that there is cyber security threat affecting a library [LibWebP] used in Google Chrome and other Chrome based browsers, which affects other applications and is a risk to QM data security.
Organisational & Professional Development Newsletter 3 October 2023
Please see below for the latest edition of the OPD Newsletter
Java downloads - urgent action required 3 October 2023
FAO: Researchers and anyone who uses Java in their work
PHURI lecture: Professor Mark Bradley welcome 3 October 2023
It is my great pleasure to warmly invite you to a lecture we are hosting to welcome Prof Mark Bradley, PHURI’s new chair of therapeutic innovation, to QMUL.
Applications invited for the role of Director of Education (Blizard Institute) 3 October 2023
The deadline for applications is 5pm, Friday 20 October 2023.
Blizard Horizon Scanning Group Committee (BHSC) 27 September 2023
Please find below an invite to a BHSG Committee
Queen Mary success in Knowledge Exchange Framework 27 September 2023
The results for this year’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) have been published today and I’m delighted to report that Queen Mary remains a strong performer across a range of different areas.
Blizard Education CPD Fund 2023-24 27 September 2023
After a successful year the Blizard Education Committee is pleased to announce the continuation of the Education CPD Fund.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 27 September 2023
Autumn's CBCR seminar series begins next week, and the first speaker in the series is:
Mandatory training and updates to CPD systems 27 September 2023
Please complete your mandatory training
Share your views on Race Equality at Queen Mary 26 September 2023
Help us shape our commitments on race equality!
Blizard Director of Education 26 September 2023
Professor Kristin Braun will be leaving the Blizard Institute on 20 January 2024 to take up a leadership role in a new graduate entry medical school at the University of Surrey as Director of Student Support and Professional Development.
Funding opportunity: 2024 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talent Programme 26 September 2023
We are pleased to announce that applications for the 2024 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talent Programme is now open until Wednesday, 25 October 2023.
EU funding opportunities: UK Association to Horizon Europe 26 September 2023
Please find attached a short slide pack with information links regarding the 7 September 2023 UK/EU agreement on the UK’s association to the €95.5bn Horizon Europe research and innovation programme from 1 January 2024.
Blizard Staff Open Meeting 26 September 2023
The next Blizard Institute Staff Open Meeting will take place on Monday 20 November, 3-4pm in the Clark-Kennedy Lecture Theatre.
An update on New Ways of Working (NWOW) 26 September 2023
I am writing to provide a brief update on New Ways of Working (NWOW)
Phlebotomy room passcode change 26 September 2023
Please note that the door passcode for the phlebotomy suite on the Abernethy ground floor will be changing in the coming days.
Training and trainer records 26 September 2023
At the last Blizard Health and Safety Committee meeting in July a decision was made to have a master file of trained users and trainers of specialised equipment and facilities.
Applications invited for the role of Deputy Institute Director (Blizard Institute) 26 September 2023
Informal conversations may be had in advance with Prof Mary Collins
Professor Nitzan Rosenfeld appointed as the new Barts Cancer Institute Director 26 September 2023
from 1 February 2024
Save The Date: FMD Industry Connect Cardiovascular Metabolism Day 26 September 2023
The FMD Industry Connect Cardiovascular Metabolism Day
UKRI Funding Service (TFS) Portal - Issues and Challenges Update 20/09/23 20 September 2023
FAO Academics, Researchers, Research Managers and JRMO colleagues
Rubbish in LG23/24 20 September 2023
Dear Lab users,
Someone has placed a plastic box filled with items, along with an old plate reader and some ‘contaminated’ containers on the floor between the lab sinks in LG23/24.
Reminder: Support and resources for writing Narrative CVs 19 September 2023
The Narrative CV format (known as the “Résumé for Researchers” by the Royal Society and “Resume for Research and Innovation” - R4RI by UKRI) is increasing in its use in the sector, both for funding proposals and for joining peer review colleges.
Drop-in Sessions with Professor Jonathan Grigg 19 September 2023
Professor Jonathan Grigg is FMD’s Deputy Dean for research integrity and Chair of the FMD Research Culture and Environment Committee.
Sam Matthew appointed Interim Deputy Institute Manager 19 September 2023
I am delighted to announce that Sam Matthew has been appointed as Interim Deputy Institute Manager from 1st October.
Recruitment Poster for Study 19 September 2023
Please see attached poster for a study at WHRI at Charterhouse Square that is looking to recruit participants.
PHURI lecture: Professor Mark Bradley welcome 19 September 2023
Centre for Public Engagement Grant Schemes now open 19 September 2023
The Centre for Public Engagement runs two funding schemes which are now open to applications from all staff and students.
GCH Research Seminar - Thursday 21 Sept at 12.00pm (Prof Denise Sheer) 19 September 2023
“MAPK and More: Signalling networks in children’s brain tumours”
Update from the Principal: 14 September 2023 15 September 2023
Professor Colin Bailey provides an update on our people, education and the student experience, research and innovation, and individual news and successes.
Call for PhD Project Proposals - UKRI/BBSRC AI for Drug Discovery Programme 13 September 2023
Expressions of interest are invited to propose a PhD project for 1 award funded by FMD as part of the UKRI/BBSRC AI for Drug Discovery Programme.
Funding Opportunity: Wellcome Discovery Awards 13 September 2023
The Wellcome Discovery Awards call is open now.
Immigration referrals at the start of term 13 September 2023
A reminder about referring for Student immigration advice and guidance, and some of the additional sessions we will be offering at the start of term.
Centre for Immunobiology external seminars series: Engineering antibodies for immune stimulation, Prof Mark Cragg 13 September 2023
The Centre for Immunobiology external seminar series is resuming for this new academic year!
Organisational & Professional Development Newsletter September 2023 13 September 2023
Please find the latest edition of the newsletter below:
REMINDER: Funding opportunity: UKRI MRC Equipment Round 3 13 September 2023
Please find below the funding opportuniy UKRI MRC Equipment Round 3.
LIG Seminar Series - Thursday 14 September 13 September 2023
The BSI London Immunology Group invites you to join our next online seminar this Thursday 14 September at 1pm GMT.
Wingate Lecture Series - Monday 30 Oct at 12 noon - via zoom 13 September 2023
Please see below the invitation to the above lecture on Monday 30 October at 12 noon.
This will be via zoom.
TODAY - Oxford Nanopore Sequencing Seminar with free Pizza 13 September 2023
Please join us for an exciting lunchtime seminar featuring the diverse applications of Oxford Nanopore sequencing.
FMD EDI Newsletter September 2023 13 September 2023
The latest edition for September is now available to view.
Funding opportunity: MRC Developmental Pathway Funding Scheme - DPFS Stage one call 6 September 2023
The MRC Developmental Pathway Funding Scheme stage one DPFS call is currently active for projects that aim to either:
Support and resources for writing Narrative CVs 6 September 2023
Funding Opportunity: 2024 Butterfield Awards in UK-Japan Medicine and Health - Deadline 15 December 2023 5 September 2023
Message sent on behalf of Sabari Vallath sabari.vallath@qmul.ac.uk, FMD Research Manager
Your Entrepreneurs Scheme (YES23) : Pushing the boundaries of biomedical science 5 September 2023
Message sent on behalf of Deborah Carter deborah.carter@qmul.ac.uk, Associate Director Commercialisation-Biopharma, Queen Mary Innovation
REMINDER: William Harvey Day 2023 - Scientific Poster Competition - Call for abstracts 5 September 2023
Please note the deadline of Thursday 7 September to send your abstract by email (please use format of the MS form – link below) to Carlos c.deoliveira@qmul.ac.uk.
QMB IC limited access to the service yard and the goods lift 5 September 2023
Dear tenants, this is to let you know that between Mon 11 - Fri 15 of September, there will be limited access to the service yard.
Academic Promotions – congratulations to Blizard staff 5 September 2023
The latest round of Academic Promotions has now come to a close.
FMD Research Integrity Training Course - Mandatory for all Research Active Staff and Students! 5 September 2023
FAO: All Research Active Staff and Students
Funding opportunity: UKRI MRC Equipment Round 3 5 September 2023
JRMO welcomes applications for the MRC Equipment Opportunity to which demand management procedures apply which is a managed call by the JRMO on behalf of QMUL.
Centre Lead for Immunobiology 5 September 2023
Dear Colleagues, Professor Dan Pennington will be stepping down as centre lead for Immunobiology at the end of September,
DOCUMENTS UPDATE: IMPORTANT: New FMD Peer Review Process to follow from the 1 September 2023 5 September 2023
Dear all,
Prof. Amrita Ahluwalia has just provided updated documents regarding the new peer review policy to be implemented from the 1 September 2023.
New England BioLabs (NEB) Recycling Scheme- Polystyrene boxes and ice packs 5 September 2023
Dear Lab Staff, as part of a sustainability and recycling drive, lab management are pleased to announce that we will be introducing recycling of New England BioLabs Polystyrene Boxes and Ice Packs from now on.
Electrical works taking place today (Tuesday 5 September) 5 September 2023
Just a reminder that the following electrical works are taking place in the lab today:
Blizard Contractors Office Survey - Tuesday 5 September 30 August 2023
Next Tuesday, 5 September, Estates and Facilities and a contractor will be on site to complete a survey of the 20 small offices along the north and south sides of the building.
IMPORTANT: New FMD Peer Review Process to follow from the 1st September 2023 30 August 2023
Please find attached a document detailing the peer review process that needs to be followed by anyone submitting a research grant proposal.
Request for samples for demo 29 August 2023
I am off to see a demo system on 14 September, I am keen to take with me as many samples as possible to test the system to see how well it could work for our users as we are considering it for a replacement for at least one of our confocals.
You are invited to Welcome Back Afternoon Tea next Monday 29 August 2023
Join us next Monday for a get together at CHSQ Lawn
Disability and Dyslexia Service office closure Friday 1 and Monday 4 September 29 August 2023
Owing to a combination of staff sickness, annual leave and staff vacancies, we will have to close the Disability and Dyslexia Service office on Friday 1st September.
Upcoming Entrepreneurs Club 29 August 2023
19 September, 3.00pm
New BLSA officers and other Faculty news 29 August 2023
I hope you had a good and restful bank holiday weekend. I want to kick-start our week by sharing a few messages and updates.
Personal Appraisal and Development 2023: Complete by end of November 29 August 2023
A reminder that the annual Personal Appraisal and Development season runs through to the end of November.
Volunteers required: Fire Marshals 29 August 2023
We are looking for volunteers to become Fire Marshals for the Institute.
Goods lift out of action 29 August 2023
Please note the goods lift is out of action and should not be used.
Opportunity to apply for the role of Interim Deputy Institute Manager at the Blizard Institute 29 August 2023
The Blizard Institute is offering FMD staff members the opportunity to apply for the role of Interim Deputy Institute Manager.
Applications now open for the Dean for Research Impact position 29 August 2023
Exciting new Dean for Research Impact Opportunity - This opportunity is offered by VP (Health) Office
William Harvey Day 2023 - Scientific Poster Competition - Call for abstracts 29 August 2023
The William Harvey Day is the annual conference showcasing some of the best cutting edge research currently underway at the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and our partner NHS Trusts.
The Alan Turing Institute Fellowship Call 29 August 2023
Following the recent pre-announcement, the Alan Turing Institute have launched the call for the new round of Turing Fellows: https://www.turing.ac.uk/work-turing/turing-fellow-call-2023
QMPlus Upgrade (& TELT Sessions for educators) 24 August 2023
Discoveries found during this work means that the length of time for the update on Tuesday 29 August needs to be extended.
Dropbox: Invitation to stakeholder workshop 24 August 2023
IT Services are looking for a volunteer (or volunteers) for a workshop to help shape institutional Dropbox policy and eligibility criteria. The workshop will be held for two hours in September (date TBC).
Upcoming works to install lights on scaffolding 23 August 2023
Next week, temporary lights will be installed on the scaffolding around the perimeter of the building to improve the lighting situation while we await the upgrade of the blind motors and fixings.
Update from the Principal: Undergraduate student recruitment 23 August 2023
I’m writing to give you an update on student recruitment, following confirmation (the process by which we admit undergraduate students who have applied directly to us during the year) and clearing last week.
Ethanol Orders (Specifically 32221-2.5L) 16 August 2023
Apologies for all of the delays with the Ethanol orders that have been placed over the past few months. I am referring specifically to orders for 32221-2.5L ethanol bottles.
Spikey meeting room and confidential discussions 16 August 2023
A notice to all staff that confidential meetings should not be held in Spikey for the foreseeable future.
Scaffolding in West Corridor today, Weds 16 August 16 August 2023
Dear Blizard Lab users,
Update on the status of the John Vane Science Centre flood and works to restore power 15 August 2023
We are sharing an update about the recent flood in the John Vane Science Centre Building and the ongoing work to restore the premises to full working order.
Support for buying Tapestation for Blizard users 15 August 2023
The bioanalyzer located in Blizard lab which is used for quality check for NGS sequencing libraries is not working.
Brain Tumour Research petition 11 August 2023
Brain Tumour Research needs your help to make a difference for patients and their loved ones.
Blizard Infrastructure update 1 August 2023
Please see updates on current and upcoming infrastructure works in the Blizard.
Perrin LT IT upgrades 1 August 2023
Staff Survey Steering Group update from Chief Operations Officer 1 August 2023
QMBio freezer room rise in temperature 1 August 2023
Message from the Vice Principal for Health 24 July 2023
Vice Principal for Health, Professor Sir Mark Caulfield, comments on Rites of Passage and NIHR funding for IAT.
Next Blizard Club Seminar 19 July 2023
Thursday 27 July, 1.30pm, in the Clark-Kennedy LT
FMD Clinical Leadership opportunities 19 July 2023
The FMD is looking for motivated clinical academics to lead three pathways for trainees in the newly formed Clinical Academic Training School (CATS).
Blizard Building NWOW update 19 July 2023
Dear Blizard colleagues,
Meetings of the Centre Leads and User Representatives were held at the beginning of July on the NWOW project. Here is a short progress update.
New Training Scheme from the John Vane Academy 19 July 2023
Please see below and attached details of a new bursary scheme open to PhD students and researchers at the Faculty for Medicine and Dentistry (FMD).
PCR Machine Apollo to be decommissioned 18 July 2023
This is to inform you all that PCR machine Apollo will be decommissioned from use on 24 July 2023.
New Research Ethics online application system QMEthics launches today 18 July 2023
Message sent on behalf of the Joint Research Management Office
Emergency Freezer Availability - 14 July 2023 18 July 2023
Due to freezers waiting for repair all back-up -80 freezers in Main Blizard building are currently occupied - NO EMERGENCY BACK-UP FREEZERS AVAILABLE IN BLIZARD LOWER GROUND FLOOR LABS
Council elections - invitation to vote 18 July 2023
Dear Colleague,
The ballot is now open for the 2023 staff elections to Council, the governing body of Queen Mary.
Applications now open for HARP 2024 18 July 2023
Applications now open for HARP PhD and Pre-Doctoral Training Programme for Health Professionals
Friday Message: Malta Graduation, Barts Choir at Royal Albert Hall and Farewell to Prof Paul Coulthard 18 July 2023
Dear All,
It has been quite a busy week in our Faculty.
Application testing: Key information 18 July 2023
We are upgrading
Abernethy Update 18 July 2023
There is now a hazard label station set up in the Abernethy lab above the cupboard with the lab coats.
Blizard Mews plans 14 July 2023
In2scienceUK summer programme 7 July 2023
We are very excited to announce that we will be hosting the In2scienceUK summer programme on the week starting August 7th.
Centre of the Cell’s Summer holiday events 5 July 2023
Monday 7 – Friday 25 August, Centre of the Cell, Whitechapel,
Tickets are now on sale this summer holiday
Information about the launch of QM-Visitor Wi-Fi update and QM-Guest Wi-Fi service scheduled for decommissioning on Friday, 28 July 2023 5 July 2023
Following on from the successful launch of the new QM-Visitor Wi-Fi service and the decommissioning of QM-Events in June 2023, the QM-Guest Wi-Fi service is now scheduled for decommissioning on Friday 28 July 2023.
Applications are open for this year's Aurora cohort 5 July 2023
Aurora is a leadership programme aimed at women and is open both to academic and professional services staff (up to and including senior lecturer or equivalent level (Grade 7).
Abernethy electrical works 5 July 2023
Just a reminder that the electrical works have started in Abernethy today.
Funding secured for Student Health and Well Being Equipment 5 July 2023
Dear Students, Staff and Alumni,
The Health and Wellbeing of our students is vital and it depends, in part, on the opportunities to participate in sport and other recreational activities e.g. theatre.
The appraisal season is now open 5 July 2023
The annual Appraisal season has started and runs until the end of November.
Funding opportunity: NIHR Senior Investigator Award 5 July 2023
Please note that Round 17 of the NIHR Senior Investigator Award is now live with a deadline for submissions on the 23 August 2023, 1.00pm.
Whiteboard meeting today, Wednesday 5 July, 3.00pm-4.00pm 5 July 2023
The next whiteboard session will take place today, Wednesday 5 July from 3.00pm to 4.00pm, in the Small Cloud meeting room at the Blizard Institute.
Contacts for IT, AV and general building maintenance issues 5 July 2023
When reporting general maintenance or IT/AV issues, please use the appropriate channels.
Servicing of CLARIOstar plate reader in open plan lab 4 July 2023
The CLARIOstar plate reader in the dentistry bay will be serviced on Friday 7 July.
Blizard Institute Staff Survey 2023 results 4 July 2023
We hope you have had the chance to read the latest all-staff communication regarding the staff survey.
GCH Research Seminar - 12 July at 1.30pm 4 July 2023
Spikey and MS Teams, Dr Radu Zabet
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 4 July 2023
The next speaker in the CBCR seminar series is:
Protein and Gene (P&G) seminar 30 June 2023
We have two protein and gene (P&G) seminars this week at the Whitechapel campus.
Blizard Institute Staff Survey 2023 results 29 June 2023
We are writing to you today to share the results for the Blizard Institute and to explain our next steps.
Appropriate clothing for the lab 28 June 2023
A reminder that in these hot and sunny months
Next Blizard Club Seminar 28 June 2023
Thursday 29 June, 1.30pm, in the Clark-Kennedy LT
Door access on main doors 28 June 2023
There is an issue with access on the main Blizard entrance doors only.
QMSU Community Foundation Summer Sports Camp 28 June 2023
Back by popular demand, the QMSU Community Foundation will once again be running their summer sports camp for children aged 8-13 from Monday 24 July to Friday 18 August.
LG180 still out of use 28 June 2023
Dear Lab users
Please note that the fume hood in LG180 Is still out of use.
LIG Seminar Series - 29 June 27 June 2023
The BSI London Immunology Group invites you to join our next online seminar this Thursday 29 June at 1pm GMT.
Reminder to lock bikes in designated spots only 27 June 2023
Please remember to only lock bikes in designated spots and be considerate to others who use the space.
Congratulations to the winners of the Drapers Company Prizes 27 June 2023
For research undertaken by our second and third year non-clinical PhD students
Wellbeing promotion workshop for Blizard Institute staff 27 June 2023
Suzanne Mason, Health & Safety Adviser (FMD), will be running a wellbeing promotion workshop specifically for Blizard Institute staff on Wednesday 12 July, 3-4pm.
Intermittent lighting this week in open lab areas 27 June 2023
There will be intermittent lighting outages in some areas of the open lab this week as Estates repair/replace light fittings.
Staff Survey 2023: School, Institute and Directorate reports now available 23 June 2023
Last week, we published the University-wide results and key themes which have emerged from the Staff Survey 2023. We also made a commitment to publish results at School, Institute and Directorate level within the week and I can confirm that these local-level reports are now published on Connected.
Mini projects placements for staff - proposals invited 23 June 2023
A new concept to support staff development has been developed, with the creation of mini projects placements.
Voting now open for Blizard Symposium Awards 2023 23 June 2023
Many thanks for taking the time to nominate colleagues for the upcoming Blizard Symposium Awards. Voting is now open and will close on Friday 30 June.
Removal of large bins provided for disposal of rubbish, items and paperwork ahead of NWOW 21 June 2023
On Friday 30 June, the large bins placed around the Blizard Building will be removed.
Strike Action 16 - 22 June 21 June 2023
I am writing to ask any colleagues who have taken Strike Action on any of the following dates:
Cold room LG157 High temp 21 June 2023
Cold Room LG157 has alarmed with a high temp of around 10 degrees.
Next Blizard Club Seminar 21 June 2023
Next Whiteboard meeting 21 June 2023
Wednesday 5 July, 3.00pm-4.00pm
Blizard access cards 21 June 2023
Lab Management currently have no more Blizard access cards to give out as they are all in use.
Update from the Principal: 20 June 2023 21 June 2023
Dear colleague, I hope you are well. This is a very busy time of year, and I know colleagues across the University are feeling tired. I hope you are able to take some time over the summer to have a break, to rest and recharge.
Staff Survey 2023 - FMD Results 20 June 2023
From Mark Caulfield, Vice Principal (Health) and the VP Health Office team
Next Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine (COIRM) lunchtime Research Seminar: Monday 26 June 20 June 2023
Please join us for the next Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine (COIRM) lunchtime Research Seminar on Monday 26 June, at 12:00 in the Clark Kennedy Lecture Theatre.
Blizard Building NWOW update 20 June 2023
Thank you for attending the various meetings and workshops on the NWOW project.
Staff elections to Council - call for nominations 20 June 2023
The Council Secretariat is inviting self-nominations for two vacancies on Council, the governing body of QMUL:
The Sekforde House Trust Scholarship - Application Deadline: 30 June 2023 20 June 2023
N.B. neither the scholarship award (£20,000) or the decision making is run through Queen Mary.
QMB IC major maintenance shutdown Sat 15 – Sun 16 July 20 June 2023
Please take note of the below email if you were intending to access QMB on the weekend of 15-16 July.
Join the next FMD Staff Forum to discuss the Staff Survey 2023 results 20 June 2023
We hope you will be able to join us next week at the FMD Staff Forum to discuss the results of the recent Queen Mary Staff Survey.
Glove policy discussion - Wed 05 July 20 June 2023
It has come to my attention that despite many discussions in the past, the ‘wearing of gloves in the lab’ issue still remains unresolved, or certainly, no final decision was agreed to.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 20 June 2023
Abernethy electrical shutdown works - for Abernethy Building users only 20 June 2023
There will be some electrical works going on in the Abernethy Building from Monday 03 July.
Upcoming works to replace the blind fixing systems starting this Monday – Blizard Building Scaffolding 16 June 2023
UK Research Office (UKRO) Annual Visit to QMUL 14 June 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr Branwen Hide, Senior EU Advisor from the UK Research Office (UKRO) in Brussels, will visit Queen Mary on Thursday 6 July 2023 to present 5 workshops on EU research funding with the QM EU pre award team.
Centre for Immunobiology external seminar series - Dr Elizabeth Rosser, UCL 14 June 2023
The next Centre for Immunobiology external research seminar will take place on Monday 19 June, 2-3pm in the Clark-Kennedy Lecture Theatre.
Summer Sun Safety 14 June 2023
Please see attached guidance on staying safe when temperatures are high.
University of London Gold Medal 2023 - Supporting students for their viva preparation 14 June 2023
Please see the message below on behalf of Dr Will Spiring, Head of Final Year at Barts and the London FMD, regarding the upcoming U*oL Gold Medal Vivas.
Should you have any queries or would like any help organising sessions with the students, please contact Year 5 Administrator Tom Schindler (t.schindler@qmul.ac.uk)
Whiteboard meeting on Tuesday 20 June, 11.30am-12.30pm 14 June 2023
The next whiteboard session will take place on Tuesday 20 June from 11.30am to 12.30pm, in the Small Cloud meeting room at the Blizard Institute.
Barts Centre for Squamous Cancer Seminar 13 June 2023
Friday 16 June, 2pm
Centre for Immunobiology external seminars series 13 June 2023
Next seminar: Monday 19 June, 2-3pm
Next Blizard Club Seminar on Thursday 15 June, 1.30pm 13 June 2023
The next Blizard Club Seminar will take place on Thursday 15 June, 1.30pm in the Perrin Lecture Theatre:
Lighting works next week 13 June 2023
There will be contractors carrying out maintenance involving turning off lights in certain areas to check the emergency lighting.
REF 2028: share your research impact for potential impact case studies with us! 13 June 2023
The QM Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FMD) is working on the preparation of the next REF 2028 submission.
No CBCR seminar on 19 June 13 June 2023
Theresa is postponing her 19 June seminar
Join us at the Festival of Communities this weekend 7 June 2023
I am pleased to invite you to Queen Mary’s Festival of Communities, which is taking place this weekend (10 - 11 June).
More support needed for the Clearing hotline 7 June 2023
Sign up by 16 June
August England & Wales Dry Ice Letter 2023 7 June 2023
It’s that time again!
Next COIRM seminar 7 June 2023
Please join us for the next Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine (COIRM) lunchtime Research Seminar
Seriously unsafe practices within the lab 6 June 2023
It has been brought to our attention that someone has left an open and ¾ full bottle of powered sodium fluoride on the bench in LG24 where all the balances are located.
FMD Event: How to work with Industry and more! 6 June 2023
Thursday 22 June, 12-5pm
Blizard Mini Exhibition - Takara Bio 6 June 2023
Takara Bio will be holding an exhibition in the Blizard mushroom area tomorrow, Wednesday 7 June from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
Next Blizard Club Seminar 6 June 2023
Thursday 8 June, 1.30pm
Upcoming works to replace the blind fixing systems 6 June 2023
I'm pleased to report that we have secured the funding necessary from Estates and Facilities to repair and replace the blind fixing systems in the Blizard Building.
REMINDER: Prof Sir Michael Marmot and Social Action for Health: 6 June 2023
Join us at the next HARP event on 13 June 23
GCH Research Seminar - Wednesday 14 June at 1.30pm, Spikey and MS Teams (Branco Group) 6 June 2023
Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar - “Roles of transposable elements during pregnancy”
An update on New Ways of Working (NWOW) - considerations following the first meeting of the NWOW planning group 2 June 2023
Following the first meeting of the New Ways of Working (NWOW) planning group, we would like to share an update with you all. We will communicate regularly as the project progresses and after each meeting of the planning group.
Staff Survey 2023: Thank you for taking part 31 May 2023
Dr Sharon Ellis, Chief Operations Officer, thanks all staff for participating in the Staff Survey and provides an update on next steps.
Update: marking and assessment boycott 30 May 2023
As you will be aware, we have an agreement [PDF] in place with our local UCU Branch that includes a shared ambition to work together to ensure all students can graduate and progress on time. We are pleased to report that, in the majority of areas, the agreement is working well, and we would like to thank colleagues across the University for their hard work and commitment to our students.
FMD Interim Statement on the use of Chat GPT and other Generative AI sites by students 24 May 2023
We would like to clarify the current faculty position concerning the use of ChatGPT and other AI sites by students in the preparation of assessments.
Be extra vigilant when opening emails - more phishing email attempts 24 May 2023
There seems to be a very high number of phishing email attempts going around at the moment.
UKRI/BBSRC AI for Drug Discovery (AIDD) Symposium 2023 24 May 2023
The UKRI/BBSRC AI for Drug Discovery programme is hosting a Summer Symposium on 28 June, with the aim of introducing attendees to the AI for Drug Discovery Landscape and to facilitate networking between students, supervisors and industry partners.
Next Blizard Club Seminar on Thursday 25 May, 1.30pm 23 May 2023
The next Blizard Club Seminar will take place on Thursday 25 May, 1.30pm in the Perrin Lecture Theatre:
Staff Survey 2023 closes on Friday 23 May 2023
Have your say!
Introduction to the News Media - UCL Institute of Child Health, 1-5pm, 20 Sept 2023 23 May 2023
We would like to invite your scientists and engineers to our next Introduction to the News Media session
Help us shape our commitments on race equality and enter a draw for a £50 Waterstones voucher 23 May 2023
Complete the Queen Mary’s Race Equality Charter Student Survey and enter a draw for a £50 Waterstones voucher
Staff update from the Principal 19 May 2023
This is a very busy period in the academic calendar, and can be a stressful time for our staff and students. Do look after yourselves, each other and our students, and point colleagues and students to relevant support if needed and/or please reach out yourself. This is a brief update on what is happening across the sector and at Queen Mary.
Disposing of Bio-Hazard Waste 19 May 2023
This is a reminder to everyone working with any bio-hazards that you must not overfill the clear autoclave bags or overfill the red biohazard boxes.
Disposal of lab waste, recycling, sharps and dirty glassware 19 May 2023
Please be aware that there are protocols in place for the safe disposal of all lab waste and procedures in place to ensure the safety of all lab users.
Emily Beet appointed as the Interim Institute Manager for IHSE 17 May 2023
We are delighted to announce that Emily Beet has been seconded to the post of Interim Institute Manager for the Institute of Health Sciences Education (IHSE) from 01 June.
BGI's free bioinformatics platform introduction 17 May 2023
BGI Genomics is an integrated solutions provider for a broad range of applications including genomic sequencing and proteomics and metabolomics services.
CBCR Lunchtime Seminar Series 16 May 2023
This week we have an external speaker
Phishing email attempts 16 May 2023
Some colleagues may have received an email titled 'Email Storage' with an accompanying message stating that they are currently running low on mailbox storage.
Today: Sir Peter Ratcliffe in conversation with Professor James Leiper organised by BHF 16 May 2023
Alumni Voices: Sir Peter Ratcliffe in conversation with Prof James Leiper (organised by British Heart Foundation)
-80C freezer service 16 May 2023
Sorry for the short notice, but just to make you aware that the -80C freezers in the Institute are having a service over the next couple of weeks.
GCH Research Seminar - 17 May at 1.30pm 16 May 2023
Spikey and on MS Teams (Natalia Moreno Sierra-Lin Group)
'Bias is a Four-Letter Word: Rethinking healthcare and education through the lens of equity, diversity and inclusion' 16 May 2023
with Dr Sandra Monteiro
Phone & Printing Upgrades 10 May 2023
ITS Tech Bar - Week of 15 May 2023
LIDo Call for DTP Projects - Now Open (Deadline 31 May 2023) 10 May 2023
The London Interdisciplinary Biosciences Consortium (https://www.lido-dtp.ac.uk/) is now open for new DTP Project Proposals for students starting the programme in September 2023 and the information pack is attached.
May Half Term at Centre of the Cell 10 May 2023
Gut Feeling Investigation
Times Higher Education Outstanding Technician of the Year Award - Nominations close Monday 12 June 2023 10 May 2023
Do you have an outstanding technician within your School or Institute?
GEMS: Opportunities for Supervision of new (funded) PhD Students at FMD 9 May 2023
We are trying to collate a list of supervisors willing to offer projects to a potential cohort of funded PhD students from the Gulf States and Iraq.
REMINDER: Join us at the next HARP event on Thursday 18 May 23 9 May 2023
The focus for HARP is on unequal representation of patient groups and diseases in research which are a cause and a consequence of health inequality.
RESCHEDULED: Prof Sir Michael Marmot and Social Action for Health: Join us at the next HARP event on 13 June 23 9 May 2023
Canceled: GCH Research Seminar - Weds 10 May 9 May 2023
1.30pm (Natalia Morena Sierra, Lin Group)
QMUL mapping of climate and environment-related work 9 May 2023
The Wolfson Institute's Climate Group at QMUL is conducting a mapping of climate and environment-related work that goes on across the University.
EU Funding: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2023 Call 9 May 2023
The European Commission’s Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships (2023) call is now open with an EC deadline of 13 September 2023.
Delays in restocking of glassware 9 May 2023
The drying cabinet in the washroom has gone down and is awaiting an engineer visit sometime late next week.
Join our upcoming Digital Education events 9 May 2023
See below for upcoming seminars and workshops in June
Staff elections to Senate 9 May 2023
Academic staff who are eligible to be elected to the Senate have been invited by email to self-nominate by 5pm on Friday 12 May
Call for expressions of interest: school governance roles 9 May 2023
Could you be a volunteer school governor or Trust Board member?
FMD EDI Newsletter May 2023 3 May 2023
Please see the link below for the latest edition of the newsletter
Organisational & Professional Development Newsletter 3 May 2023
Please see link below for latest edition of the newsletter
London Immunology Group: Tissue Immunology 2023, Friday 7 July 3 May 2023
The London Immunology Group, a regional group of the British Society for Immunology, are holding a one-day conference on Friday 7 July at Holiday Inn, Bloomsbury which will bring together speakers with expertise in the different tissues and disciplines to advance this field.
Wellbeing promotion workshop - expressions of interest and suggestions for content 3 May 2023
Suzanne Mason, Health & Safety Adviser (FMD), will be running a wellbeing promotion workshop specifically for Blizard Institute staff.
QM Postgraduate Research Fund (PGRF) and Doctoral College Initiative Fund (DCIF): 1 June 2023 3 May 2023
Just a little reminder about the QM Postgraduate Research Fund (PGRF) and the Doctoral College Initiative Fund (DCIF).
GCH Research Seminar 2 May 2023
The next Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar is on Wednesday 10 May 2023 between 1.30-2.30pm, it will be a mixed-mode meeting in Spikey and on MS Teams.
Staff survey 2023 is now open: Have your say. 2 May 2023
I am pleased to announce that Queen Mary’s staff survey 2023 is now open.
Blizard Institute Lunchtime Seminar: Multi-omics studies aimed at better outcome of Tuberculosis – Professor Reinout van Crevel 2 May 2023
Message sent on behalf of Professor Mary Collins and Professor Adrian Martineau
The Culture, Employment, and Development in Academic Research Survey (CEDARS) is OPEN! 2 May 2023
Researchers: feedback to us through the Culture, Employment, and Development in Academic Research Survey (CEDARS) – at bit.ly/QMCEDARS23
Important: dos and don’ts to help you succeed in your exams 2 May 2023
FAO: Student-facing staff - please pass on to your students
Electrical shutdown complete 2 May 2023
The electrical shutdown has been completed successfully.
Mad Hearts 2023 26 April 2023
Mad Hearts: The Arts and Mental Health
UPDATE: BLINDS - Thursday 27 April 26 April 2023
Please read for new update
Research Seminar Series invite 26 April 2023
On behalf of the Centre for Oral Immunobiology and Regenerative Medicine (COIRM), you are cordially invited to our new lunchtime Research Seminar Series.
Important Update - Blinds Emergency Maintenance Weds 26 April 25 April 2023
Please do not come in until 7.30am
Pathways to Leadership manager training courses 25 April 2023
Message sent on behalf of Organisational and Professional Development
The Queen Mary Bystander 25 April 2023
The Queen Mary Bystander web page hosts a series of guidance and tools to help staff overcome bystander apathy, or "the bystander effect", when witnessing behaviour such as bullying and harassment.
CHECKIT (Tutela): New Automated alarm call-out system 25 April 2023
The new Premium Automated Alarm Service (PAAS) from Checkit/CAM+ comes into effect from TODAY, Tuesday 25 April.
Join us this Wednesday at the inaugural Digital Education Community of Practice Webinar 25 April 2023
'Online Education: What have we gained and what have we lost?'
NWOW planning group 25 April 2023
This is the final group. Thanks to all other volunteers, I am keeping you on a waiting list.
Update: AV/IT steward 25 April 2023
Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Whitechapel AV/IT support steward Sai Srikanth has had to leave us at short notice.
IONA Study now recruiting people in London with asthma 25 April 2023
The IONA Study, investigating the impact of nonexhaust emissions (dust from car tires/brakes and roads) on asthma, is looking for participants.
New Ways of Working planning group - call for volunteers 19 April 2023
On Monday there was an initial discussion of the New Ways of Working (NWOW) plan for the Blizard Building at the all-staff meeting.
Last chance to nominate a courageous researcher for John Maddox Prize - closing 1 May 23 19 April 2023
The deadline of 1 May 2023 for nominations for the 2023 John Maddox Prize is fast approaching.
Update from the Principal: industrial action 19 April 2023
Dear colleagues, I hope you are well and managed to have a break over the Easter long weekend.
Micro presentation day information - 4 May 23 18 April 2023
Final details for the project presentation day are as follows:
REMINDER: MB BS OSCE Examiner Recruitment 18 April 2023
For Y1 & Y2 OSCEs May/June
Scaffolding works in lab corridors Sat 22 April 18 April 2023
Please be aware that contractors will be raising crash-decks (scaffolding) in the corridor areas below the glass walkway, this Sat 22 April.
Pint of Science Festival 2023 Tickets now on sale! 18 April 2023
We are very pleased to announce that the tickets for the Pint of Science 2023 are available!
UPDATE - IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Advanced warning of significant electrical infrastructure work - 28-30 April 2023 18 April 2023
Please see below an update on the timetable of events happening on Friday 28 April.
FAO WISE members: Movie Night! 18 April 2023
We will be hosting a free viewing of the multi-award-winning movie 'Hidden Figures'.
FAO WISE members: Outreach events - secondary schools 18 April 2023
We will be going out into a secondary school to talk about careers in STEMM.
LG23/24 biohazard boxes 12 April 2023
To the person/ people who have placed bags in the red biohazard box in LG23/24.
London Immunology Group Seminar Series 12 April 2023
The BSI London Immunology Group invites you to join our new online seminar series.
Lunchtime Seminar - Thursday 13 April 2023 12 April 2023
‘Measurement of kappa free light chains for the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis’
Save the date: Blizard Institute Summer Symposium and Party 12 April 2023
We invite you to the next Blizard Institute Summer Symposium and Party, taking place this year on Tuesday 4 July.
A message from Professor Amrita Ahluwalia, Dean for Research: Our FMD research themes 12 April 2023
As part of the Faculty’s Research and Education Strategy, we have set up four new multidisciplinary research themes (MDTs).
Congratulations to Dr Ryan O'Shaughnessy on becoming the new BALM academic lead 12 April 2023
We would like to extend our congratulations to Dr Ryan O'Shaughnessy on becoming the new BALM academic lead.
Take part in the Student Staff stakeholder survey for the new Garrod Griff cafe bar 12 April 2023
The new Garrod Griff cafe bar will be opening in September 2023 when Barts and The London Students' Association move into their new accommodation in the Garrod Building.
[Trigger warning: sexual abuse] Supporting students disclosing sexual assault or harassment - training material (for staff) 11 April 2023
*Trigger warning: This message contains references to sexual abuse. If you need support around sexual abuse, please consult the Report and Support pages for information on support services available*
Updated Travel and Expenses Policy - approved by Council 23 March 2023 11 April 2023
Message sent on behalf of Finance, Accounts Payable Team
Card and collection for Susanne Bell 11 April 2023
Susanne Bell will be leaving us on Monday 17 April to take up her new role at the University of Sussex.
This week: Join us for the Inaugural Lecture of Professor Ranjit Manchanda 11 April 2023
'My journey: A tryst with cancer prevention'
Blizard Club Seminar 11 April 2023
Tomorrow, Wednesday 12 April, 1.30pm
A message from Prof Sir Mark Caulfield, VP (Health) before the holiday break 11 April 2023
(FAO Academics - please share this with any of your students who may not have seen this previously)
Rob Bennett's Leaving Party, Card and Collection 11 April 2023
Rob Bennett who will be departing us after 14 years at the University and we would like to invite you to his goodbye party in the Shield at CHSQ on Wednesday 12 April from 5pm.
Environment & Health Seminar Series 11 April 2023
Register for our seminar on Tuesday 2 May
Hybrid Working Review – Focus Group 5 April 2023
Following the introduction of the University’s Hybrid Working Policy in 2022, we are now undertaking a review of hybrid working practices.
NIHR Research and Global Professorship call 2023/24 31 March 2023
This is an early call for the next NIHR Research Professorships and Global Research Professorships for the 23/24 academic year.
New guidance on the safe use of kick stools 30 March 2023
Please see the message from Health and Safety Advisor regarding the new guidance and inspection checklist for the safe use of kick stools.
Seminar Series - BSI London Immunology Group 29 March 2023
New Policy available on MetaCompliance - please action 29 March 2023
You will have received an email yesterday from MetaCompliance stating that you have a new Policy available.
Changes to QMPlus Login - 17 April, 10:00am 29 March 2023
ITS have been working on QMUL Single Sign On (SSO) for QMPlus to standardise it and bring it into line with other services we provide such as: OneDrive, WebMail, AppsAnywhere etc.
Blizard Bioinformatics Bulletin 29 March 2023
Blizard Bioinformatics Forum
Please return to Nucleus cafe glass bottle of water: £10 to be paid if not returned this week 28 March 2023
If you took a bottle of water from Spikey on 21 March, could you please return it urgently to Nucleus café. It will cost us £10 if not returned this week.
Industry Call for Opportunities: In vivo Direct Reprogramming focused Collaboration with Astellas Pharma 28 March 2023
I'm writing to you regarding an industry call we're running at IN-PART Discover, on behalf of our client, Astellas Pharma.
Join us at the next HARP event on Thursday 18 May 23 28 March 2023
Professor Christopher Tredwin appointed as Queen Mary’s new Dean of Dentistry 28 March 2023
Professor Christopher Tredwin to become Queen Mary’s new Dean of Dentistry from 1 August 2023
Strike Action 28 March 2023
I am writing to ask any colleagues who have taken Strike Action on the following dates: Wednesday 15 March, Thursday 16 March, Friday 17 March, Monday 20 March, Tuesday 21 March and Wednesday 22 March
Updated Travel and Expenses Policy - approved by Council 23 March 2023 28 March 2023
The QMUL expenses policy sets out the rules for claiming and incurring travel, accommodation, subsistence and other expenses, for all staff of the University.
IMPORTANT: -80 Freezer monitoring & breakdown procedures Easter 2023 28 March 2023
We are now approaching the Easter closure period.
CHECKIT (Tutela): New Automated alarm call-out system 28 March 2023
Please read carefully the enclosed message from CAM+/Checkit regarding important changes to the way you receive alarm calls from CAM+/Checkit if there is a problem with your freezer.
Message from the Vice-Principal (Research and Innovation): Launching our Inaugural Research and Innovation Awards 28 March 2023
I am delighted to announce that our inaugural Research and Innovation Awards are now open for nominations.
CBCR Journal club - Esme McPolin-Hall & Bethany Hughes 22 March 2023
Dr Gail Schofield 22 March 2023
Blizard Advanced Light Microscopy (BALM) Academic Lead 22 March 2023
Dear Colleagues
The Blizard are seeking to appoint a new Academic Lead for BALM.
PA ICA OSCE Examiner Recruitment 22 March 2023
Thursday 22 June 2023
GO Summer 2023 funding opportunities 22 March 2023
The Global Opportunities Team is pleased to announce the launch of this year’s GO Summer! funding opportunity for summer 2023.
Important Notice - Access to Blizard 21 March 2023
Lab Management have had multiple instances in recent weeks of tailgaters, patients, and clinical members of staff gaining (or attempting to gain) access to the Blizard without an active card.
Next Blizard Coffee morning 21 March 2023
Tuesday 28 March
Blizard Education Administrators win Education Excellence Award 21 March 2023
Many congratulations to Sam, Becky, Krys, Ettore, Louise, Amy and Priti for receiving the award in recognition of their dedication to Blizard education.
Barts Centre for Squamous Cancer Annual Symposium 2023 21 March 2023
The symposium will include an international keynote address from Professor Paolo Dotto (Harvard/Lausanne, and President of the International Cancer Prevention Institute), and a series of short talks showcasing squamous cancer research at QMUL and throughout the UK.
Aine McKnight and Angray Kang - Science response to COVID-19, 10 May 21 March 2023
Abstract extended to 24 March and save the date
'Daring to Change: The Secret of Academic Medicine?' 21 March 2023
Inaugural Lecture of Professor William Alazawi
Please support the student-led Queen Mary Education Awards by submitting nominations 21 March 2023
Message from Charlie Sellar, BLSA President: "Please help us make the next Queen Mary Education Awards a success by submitting a nomination"
Message from the Vice-Principal (Education): your invitation to the Queen Mary Festival of Education 21 March 2023
I am delighted to announce that registration is now open for our third Festival of Education, taking place from 18 – 20 April 2023.
BGI seminar follow up 16 March 2023
Following yesterday's BGI demonstration, the representatives have provided some follow-up information. Please see message and download link containing brochure and tutorial videos.
Lab coats update 15 March 2023
There has been an Institute/University issue with the company that cleans the lab coats
Resolved: IT major incident affecting MySIS 15 March 2023
I am writing to let you know that IT technical teams have now resolved the issues affecting MySIS.
Book Club 14 March 2023
'Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ' by Daniel Goleman
Festival of Education 2023 - Bookings are open 14 March 2023
Booking for this year’s Queen Mary Festival of Education is now open, taking place between 18-20 April.
PGR Club Mixer - Thursday 23 March 14 March 2023
PGR Club Mixer - Thursday 23 March
Seminar Series - BSI London Immunology Group 14 March 2023
Thursdays at 1pm via Zoom
Blizard Institute Research Seminar: Professor Paola Laurino, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University 14 March 2023
We are delighted to invite you to join the Blizard Institute Research Seminar
Metabolism Seminar Series: Mónica Imbernón 14 March 2023
Date: Friday 17 March, 1.30pm
BCSC seminar - Ana Caetano - 17 March 14 March 2023
Barts Centre for Squamous Cancer Seminar Series
Interim arrangements for Faculty Director of Operations FMD 14 March 2023
You will be aware that Dr Rob Bennett, Faculty Director of Operations (FDO) is leaving us in mid-April to take up the role of Chief Operating Officer at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
Laboratory Microscope Clinic 20-25 March 14 March 2023
Dear Blizard Researchers,
Reminder: Cryostat Annual Service 14 March 2023
This is a reminder of all the cryostat being out of use from Thursday 16 March for the annual service.
Used PBS bottles 14 March 2023
IT Major Incident: MySIS outage 14 March 2023
13 March 2023 1:18pm
Barts Health Vaccine Trials Centre (BHVTC) seminar 14 March 2023
I have invited Claudio Melchiorri, Vaccine Trials Lead - Barts Health Vaccine Trials Centre (BHVTC), to tell us what their plans are.
Join Dr Nereo Kalebic for his upcoming Seminar 8 March 2023
on Monday 3 April 2023
Protein and Gene (P&G) seminar 8 March 2023
Friday 10 March @ Abernethy Rooms A and B
Tomorrow - The 100,000 Genomes Project – how did it change healthcare? 8 March 2023
Reminder for tomorrow's Big Question Lecture event with Prof Sir Mark Caulfield
£9/hr - Studying social processing in autistic adults, participants needed 8 March 2023
This study involves watching some short videos and completing a few questionnaires.
Welcome to the new Whitechapel IT Steward 8 March 2023
We are pleased to introduce our new Whitechapel IT Steward, Sai Srikhanth.
Attend a new interdisciplinary seminar series organised by the School of Mathematical Sciences 8 March 2023
The School of Mathematical Sciences is delighted to announce a new interdisciplinary research seminar called Mathematical Modelling for Biology, Health, and Environment
Blizard Institute - help spread the word about Festival of Communities 2023 8 March 2023
The Festival of Communities is returning on the weekend of 10-11 June, taking place in Stepney Green Park on the Saturday and the Queen Mary Mile End Campus on the Sunday, and the call for activities is now open!
International Women's Day - Events Programme 2023 7 March 2023
As many of you will know International Women’s Day takes place annually on 8 March internationally
Launch your biomedical research career with an award of up to £100k from AMS Springboard 2023 7 March 2023
AMS Springboard application Round 9, 2023
Applications and Awards from February 2023 7 March 2023
Congratulations to...
Next Blizard Club: Tomorrow, Wednesday 8 March, 1.30pm 7 March 2023
The next Blizard Club seminar will take place tomorrow, Wednesday 8 March from 1.30pm in the Perrin Lecture Theatre
Inaugural Lecture of Professor Ranjit Manchanda 7 March 2023
WHRI EDI Film Screening for IWD - The Farewell 7 March 2023
Film Screening for International Women’s Day
Free Mindfulness course for Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Students 7 March 2023
FAO Academic staff - please share this with your students
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD): 7 March 2023
Tuesday 21 March 2023
Nizetic Lab
Thermal cyclers and balance annual service 7 March 2023
Please be aware the annual service of lab management thermal cyclers and balances will take place between 15-17 March.
Blizard Security Housekeeping issues 7 March 2023
Please see the email below with reminders from Security:
BGI Genomics seminar: DNBSEQ™ Sequencing Technology and Dr. Tom Bioinformatics Platform 7 March 2023
BGI Genomics will be visiting the Blizard Institute to give a talk and demonstration of their sequencing technology and data visualisation platform.
OSCE Marshalls 7 March 2023
I am hoping you can help me spread the word in person to your colleagues and direct reports about supporting the OSCE examinations as a Marshall.
Industry training opportunity for researchers 7 March 2023
How to present to industry without losing your IP
Help our students by becoming a Senior Tutor within IHSE 7 March 2023
Apply before Monday 13 March
A message from our Chief Operations Officer: Reassurance about security at Queen Mary 7 March 2023
Some of you may have seen or heard about a What’s App message received by Queen Mary over the weekend.
Take part in the Festival of Communities 2023 2 March 2023
Exploring living and learning together in Tower Hamlets, the Festival of Communities is a collaboration between Queen Mary and local-based organisations taking place in Stepney Green Park on Saturday 10 and the Queen Mary Mile End Campus on Sunday 11 June.
Important Information On Job Pack Changes 1 March 2023
A Message From Matthew Blythin, Recruitment Partner (FMD)
Environment & Health MDT - March Seminar 1 March 2023
There's still time to register for our upcoming seminar!
Crisis and Resilience Upcoming Events 1 March 2023
Join us at the Women and Crisis Research Symposium
Update from the Principal: 1 March 2023 1 March 2023
Diversity Speaks: Interactive Group Coaching Taster Session with Q&A 1 March 2023
FAO Academic staff - please share this event with your students
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Advanced warning of significant electrical infrastructure work - 28-30 April 2023 28 February 2023
This is to inform you of Estates and Facilities (EAF) infrastructure work which is scheduled to take place at the end of April.
RNA Extraction Kit - Appleton Woods 28 February 2023
We have launched a new RNA extraction kit for cell culture – uses less plastic and harmful chemicals and is really quick so has benefits over the existing products on the market.
£100K funding available to support translational research through QM's Impact Fund 28 February 2023
The Queen Mary Impact Fund (QMIF) provides highly flexible and internally administrated funding to support knowledge exchange, the acceleration of impact, and to bridge the gap between UKRI (EPSRC, STFC, ESRC, and MRC) funded research to facilitate impact for the benefit of society.
Ongoing issues with phones at the Blizard Institute 28 February 2023
We are aware of ongoing issues in relation to staff phones, specifically staff being unable to log into their extension on handsets.
Participatory Research Fund 28 February 2023
Applications are now open to our pilot funding scheme to enable participatory or co-produced research at Queen Mary.
Supporting students disclosing sexual assault or harassment – staff training sessions message from the Director 28 February 2023
Ana Flores Reis, Queen Mary's Sexual Assault and Harassment Advisor
New Staff Zone on Blizard Institute website 24 February 2023
We have developed a new Staff Zone on the Blizard Institute website to replace the old QMplus Staff Zone.
Blizard EDI: Let’s learn together. A conversation on... 24 February 2023
The Blizard EDI team is launching a new initiative called ‘Let’s learn together. A conversation on...’
Update from the Principal: 23 February 2023 23 February 2023
Professor Colin Bailey provides an update on pensions and pay – two issues that have been linked to the ongoing national dispute that has seen industrial action continuing to affect 150 universities across the UK, including Queen Mary.
Help with invigilating OSCEs 20-24 March 22 February 2023
The Part 5D (Finals) OSCE takes place during the week Monday 20 to Friday 24 March inclusive.
RLH Atrium Music March 2023 22 February 2023
Friends of the Royal London Hospital warmly welcome you to the March series of lunchtime concerts of Music in the Whitechapel Atrium of The Royal London Hospital
Cryostat Annual Service 22 February 2023
Please note the Cryostats will undergo annual service between Friday 17 and Monday 20 March.
Queen Mary Global Policy Institute Survey 22 February 2023
The Queen Mary Global Policy Institute (QMGPI) is a multidisciplinary vehicle to translate Queen Mary's research to social change and policy impact.
Supporting students disclosing sexual assault or harassment – staff training sessions message from the Director 21 February 2023
Ana Flores Reis, Queen Mary's Sexual Assault and Harassment Advisor, will present a session for staff on how to support students who have disclosed sexual assault or harassment, including how to make sure students are connected to the right support services.
GCH Research Seminar - March 02 2023 21 February 2023
"Investigating genetic determinants of obesity in British South Asians"
PGR student training: DC700 - Kick-start your enterprise skills 21 February 2023
Join the Doctoral College for an afternoon of entrepreneurial skill building.
Staff update: industrial action 21 February 2023
On Friday the Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA) and the joint higher education trade unions (comprising UCU, UNISON, EIS, GMS and Unite)
Next Whiteboard meeting – Tuesday 7 March, 3.00pm-4.00pm 21 February 2023
The next Whiteboard session will take place on Tuesday 7 March from 3.00pm to 4.00pm, in the Spikey meeting room at the Blizard Institute.
You are invited to the Barts900 Foundation Day Symposium to celebrate the history and impact of St. Bartholomew's Hospital and our Faculty 21 February 2023
Barts900 Foundation Day Symposium
Update from the Chief Operations Officer: publication of institutional staff survey action plan and launch of first all-staff event: register now! 17 February 2023
Update from the Principal: 15 February 2023 15 February 2023
Blizard AV equipment 10 February 2023
Noise disruption from the Blizard Mews week commencing 20 February 10 February 2023
Volunteers invited to be part of the new Staff Survey Working Group 8 February 2023
The recent staff survey, completed by 64% of staff in the Blizard, gives us important information to deliver actions that will improve everyone’s experience in our Institute.
Blizard profile: Professor Mary Collins 8 February 2023
Professor Mary Collins started her new role as Director of the Blizard Institute on 1 October 2022. Now that she has been in post for a few months, we caught up with her to hear about her experience so far and hear her upcoming plans for the future of the Institute. Mary also shares with us some of her current research, and talks about life outside of work.
Tomorrow 1pm: Research Exchange Day – A protein perspective 8 February 2023
This is a reminder for tomorrow's Research Exchange Day, taking place on Thursday 9 February, 1-6pm.
Notice on 'tailgating' and security at the Blizard Institute 8 February 2023
Please be reminded that staff and students should be mindful not to inadvertently let an unauthorised person enter the building, or 'tailgate' them, when accessing the building themselves.
Bike Storage at the Blizard Institute 8 February 2023
The cycle storage area at the Blizard Institute has become quite crowded.
*Trigger warning: This message contains references to sexual abuse* 8 February 2023
Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week is taking place this week until 12 February 2023.
Emergency lighting checks 8 February 2023
There will be a contractor walking around today turning off lights in certain areas for up to 10 mins at a time to check the emergency lighting.
Resend - Applications open for the role of Deputy Head of Student Selected Components and Electives (IHSE) 8 February 2023
We are inviting applications for the role of Deputy Head of Student Selected Components and Electives within IHSE.
Join us at the next HARP event 7 February 2023
Invitation from Prof Sir Michael Marmot and Social Action for Health
Neuroscience Seminar Series: Dr Abhishek Banerjee 7 February 2023
This next event in the Neuroscience Seminar Series, hosted by the Centre for Neuroscience Surgery and Trauma, will take place this Friday.
INVITE: 'Breathe for Ella' Stakeholder Reception - 5pm, 15 Feb, South Bank 7 February 2023
As researchers and facilitators within the cities, climate and clean air space - we'd like to invite you to a very special stakeholder reception.
Biomarker Matchmaking event 3 February 2023
MedCity is hosting a Biomarker matchmaking event on 19 April and they are inviting faculty, with a potential biomarker to develop into an assay, etc., that are seeking an industry partner.
Dark room 1 February 2023
Dear Dark room users,
Spare consumables 1 February 2023
Would anyone be interested in the attached items? Details are below.
It’s good to talk - Inaugural Lecture celebrating the work of Professor Richard Grose 1 February 2023
‘It’s good to talk’
CANCELLED: Neuroscience Seminar Series: Dr Jo Edward Lewis - Wednesday 1 February 1 February 2023
Today's Neuroscience Seminar has been cancelled due to sickness.
Filming today 1 February 2023
Please see message below from Hannah Bentley, VP Research office, regarding filming at Charterhouse Square today:
Unsafe Clinical Waste Practices 1 February 2023
This afternoon there was a small clinical waste audit by Health and Safety.
Expanding Excellence in England (E3) fund: round 2 funding call 31 January 2023
The Expanding Excellence in England (E3) scheme will be announcing a new funding round soon (£180M):
JAMSUK - Joint Academic Microbiology Seminars London 31 January 2023
UK microbiologists that love listening to good science and enjoy a social drink.
Professor Nick Lemoine stepping down as Director of Barts Cancer Institute 31 January 2023
From Mark Caulfield, Vice Principal (Health)
Update from the Principal: 30 January 2023 31 January 2023
I hope you are well.
Asahi Kasei - Request for proposals 31 January 2023
The Japanese pharmaceutical company Asahi Kasei has created a call for proposals (Maximum $200,000 USD) in specific research areas.
Blizard Labs and Core Facilities Survey - deadline Friday 03 February 31 January 2023
Thank you to those of you who have already completed the labs and core facilities survey. If you haven’t completed it yet please do so by Friday 03 February.
Cold room LG154 is now operational 31 January 2023
Cold room LG154 has now been fixed.
Neuroscience Seminar Series: Dr Jo Edward Lewis 31 January 2023
This is the next event in the Neuroscience Seminar Series hosted by the Centre for Neuroscience Surgery and Trauma.
MS Society - Data Discovery Awards Funding Opportunity 31 January 2023
Are you interested in researching Multiple Sclerosis risk factors?
Wingate Lecture - Professor Edoardo Savarino - March 6 2023 25 January 2023
Invitation to Wingate Lecture
MBBS Block Timetable 2023-24 25 January 2023
The MBBS Block Timetable 2023-24 has now been approved by the relevant committees and is ready for publication and distribution.
HRH Princess Beatrice to visit the Blizard Institute 25 January 2023
On Tuesday 7 February, HRH Princess Beatrice will be visiting the Blizard Institute as the new Patron of the British Skin Foundation (BSF).
Initiative for students, and for staff to share with students they supervise: Support BLSA Welfare Reps by joining the new LGBT+ Student-Staff Collaboration Group 25 January 2023
Message from BLSA Welfare Reps
WISE@QMUL Hybrid Seminar: Tackling Sexual Harassment and Misconduct in Academia 25 January 2023
Happy New Year from Women in Science and Engineering at QMUL!
Pest control works at the Blizard Institute 25 January 2023
Nightshift Pest Control will begin pest proofing works on Monday 20 February in the Blizard Building.
Funding Call - Proof of concept funding for autoimmune and chronic inflammatory therapeutics - Round 1 25 January 2023
If you are developing a therapeutic technology that can change outcomes for patients with autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases, this might be for you.
QMUL Climate Change Sandpit (in person event) - UKRI Centre in Climate Change & Health Funding Call 25 January 2023
The UKRI are looking for a centre that will address the challenges that climate change poses to population health, in a way that enhances both environmental and health outcomes.
Blizard Coffee Morning 25 January 2023
Date: Tuesday 31 January, 11am
Venue: Mushroom area
Unsafe sharps use on Microtome 25 January 2023
Dear lab users,
On a walk around this evening at 5pm, it was noticed that the microtome in LG23 had been left unattended with the blade left in an unsafe position. (See attached photo).
Third-year SBBS supervisors - Exploring careers in life sciences from industry to academia 24 January 2023
FAO: Third-year SBBS supervisors
Applications open for the post of Student Support Manager (IHSE) 24 January 2023
To apply send a one-page letter summarising your skills and experiences.
Phishing email attempt purporting to be from Colin Bailey 24 January 2023
Some colleagues may have received an email purporting to be from Professor Colin Bailey or another senior member of staff.
Queen Mary Impact Fund - Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) 20 January 2023
The Queen Mary Impact Fund (QMIF) is now open for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to support impact projects.
Neuroscience Seminar Series: Dr Francesco Boato 20 January 2023
Blizard Research Seminar - Tomorrow (Thursday 19 Jan) 12pm, Perrin 18 January 2023
The next Blizard Institute Seminar is taking place tomorrow (Thursday 19 Jan) at 12pm in the Perrin Lecture Theatre.
STRIDE-10: Pneumococcal Vaccine Study 18 January 2023
Research participants needed for the STRIDE-10: Pneumococcal Vaccine Study
Presentation on FluidFM: a new technology for Single Cell applications 18 January 2023
Dr Tamás Gerecsei from Cytosurge is visiting Queen Mary (Blizard Institute, Whitechapel) to present on FluidFM:
Centre of the Cell February half term events 17 January 2023
Monday 13 – Friday 17 February 2023
Cervical cancer: From causality to prevention: a personal perspective on 40 years of global progress 17 January 2023
Nubia Muñoz MD MPH is a former Unit Chief at the WHO International Agency for Research on Cancer in Lyon, and an Emeritus Professor of the National Cancer Institute of Colombia.
Introducing Queen Mary presents 17 January 2023
We are delighted to announce the launch of Queen Mary presents, a new home for Queen Mary's public facing event activities.
Navigating Scientific Publishing in the Nature Portfolio 17 January 2023
Thursday 9 February 2023
Advancing Precision Medicine - Innovate UK Funding Call 17 January 2023
A new call has been announced focusing on Advancing Precision Medicine from Innovate UK for a grant between £500K to £1M.
FMD & Biological / Chemical / Behavioural Science: 2023 Clinical Academic Research Day 17 January 2023
02 March 2023
Environment & Health MDT - February Seminar 17 January 2023
Register for our February Seminar
Invitation to the Student-Staff Celebration of The Garrod Renewal 17 January 2023
Message from Professor Sir Mark Caulfield and Charlie Sellar
Appointment of Interim Head of Admissions FMD 17 January 2023
Following Jason Berry’s retirement, we are inviting applications for the post of FMD Head of Admissions.
Staff update: industrial action and pay 13 January 2023
This message is related to the three days of industrial action called in November.
CBCR Seminar Series - Monday 16 January 11 January 2023
We recommence the weekly CBCR seminar series on Monday. Please find all the details listed below.
Immigration information for Schools and Institutes 11 January 2023
Dear Student Support colleagues,
Happy New Year to those I haven’t spoken to yet. I wanted to share some immigration information/updates with you.
Safety Alert: Use of Portable Heaters 10 January 2023
Please see message below from Daniel Pyett, Fire Safety Manager, on the use of portable heaters:
Environment & Health MDT: Pump Priming Funding - Open Call Launch 10 January 2023
Pump Priming Funding Opportunity - Open Call
Genomics and Child Health Virtual Research Seminar 10 January 2023
The next Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar is on Thursday 12 January between 1.30-2.30pm, it will be a mixed-mode meeting in Spikey, Blizard and on MS Teams.
Expanding Theories Award - open for applications 10 January 2023
Our research funding is NOW open for applications!
MRC Doctoral Training Partnership in Translational Biomedical Sciences 10 January 2023
We are pleased to announce that the new MRC Doctoral Training Partnership in Translational Biomedical Sciences with the University of Southampton is now recruiting students for a Sept/Oct 2023 start. If interested you can find the advert below.
Applications for Academic Promotions 10 January 2023
As you will already be aware, the 2023 Academic Promotions Round launched on Tuesday 3 January 2023.
Staff Bonus Scheme applications 10 January 2023
Just a reminder that the deadline for applications for the staff bonus scheme is Monday 16 January. Please see the email below for full details of the application process.
Presentation on MERSCOPE spatial molecular profiling 10 January 2023
Thursday 12 Jan 2023
Blizard Institute Business Continuity Plan 5 January 2023
The Blizard Institute Business Continuity Plan is the Institute's plan for actions in the event of an emergency which interrupts the normal operations of the facility. It details what type of incident could affect normal working, all actions that would need to be taken and by whom.
Freezer Assets (insured values) 5 January 2023
Queen Mary recently had a freezer audit carried out by an external company, PCH Engineers. This freezer audit has helped identify individual freezers, their locations, plus the risk management precautions which are currently in place. Unfortunately the audit does not identify values stored in freezers. Lab Management now needs your help in identifying each freezer value in order for our Insurers to understand the risk exposure.
Environment & Health MDT - January Seminar 3 January 2023
There's still time to register for our January seminar!
IDEA: Posting Queen Mary Events on The Conversation's website for free (we are members) 3 January 2023
https://theconversation.com/uk/events
Upcoming Digital Education Event: Why learning design? Why now? 3 January 2023
During the height of the pandemic, Inside Higher Ed(Opens in new window) hailed the instructional designer as “hottest job in higher education”.
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS: Blended Learning Review 3 January 2023
A national level review report on the UK trends and practices of blended learning and recommendations for the future.
Secondment Opportunity: Teaching on the Nanchang Joint Programme 3 January 2023
Do you fancy a change in your educational responsibilities? Or a chance to experience transnational education?
Holiday closure arrangements 22/23 21 December 2022
If you are planning to work during the festive period please note there are no emergency contacts in Lab Management between 22 December and 3 January.
A message from Mark Caulfield and the Vice Principal’s Team 21 December 2022
PanaceaStars SS23 Develop: applications now open 21 December 2022
PanaceaStars enables early-stage deep science founders to de-risk their start-up, whilst competing for a prize worth £100K. The Develop stage aims to equip young innovators in the life science and healthcare domains with tailored scientific and business development, legal/IP and fundraising support, and connect them to industry experts for mentorship and feedback.
Message from the Principal: season’s greetings 16 December 2022
Applications for Academic Promotions 16 December 2022
The Academic Promotions round for 2023 will open on Tuesday 3 January and close on Tuesday 31 January.
TfL travel update 16 December 2022
Given the national rail strikes taking place over the Christmas period and early in Jan 2023, please see an update from TfL.
Professor Amrita Ahluwalia appointed as the new Dean for Research 15 December 2022
Professor Amrita Ahluwalia appointed as the new Dean for Research
BCSC Seminar Series: 14 December 2022
Dr Ines Sequeira,“What is so special about the Oral Mucosa: Overview on Oral Mucosal Regeneration and Cancer.”
Recruitment Now Open for MRC Doctoral Training Partnership in Translational Biomedical Sciences 14 December 2022
We are pleased to announce that the new MRC Doctoral Training Partnership in Translational Biomedical Sciences with the University of Southampton is now recruiting students for a Sept/Oct 2023 start.
Fridge cleaning in kitchen areas - please remove personal items 14 December 2022
The fridges in the Blizard Building kitchen areas will be cleaned on Friday 16 and Monday 19 December ahead of the Christmas break.
Power failure last night 14 December 2022
(Tuesday 13 Dec)
Research Exchange Day – a protein perspective 14 December 2022
Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry (FMD) and School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences (SBBS) Research Exchange Day
QMUL Organisational & Professional Development Newsletter 14 December 2022
December 2022
Thank you – Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day 13 December 2022
A massive thank you to everyone who donated or contributed to our Christmas Jumper Day last Thursday. The team did a fantastic job of organising the bake sale, and you all helped to raise a lot of money for a great cause.
LISS DTP Open Competition October 2023 Entry – Call for Reviewers 13 December 2022
We are preparing the programme of work to recruit the final cohort of LISS DTPI students for October 2023 Entry. As per last year’s process, each student application for the LISS DTP Open Competition will be reviewed by two academic reviewers as part of a rigorous assessment process. We need in the region of 90 reviewers across the 3 HEI partners.
Reception closed tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday 13 December 2022
Due to staff sickness reception will be closed tomorrow and Thursday. Anyone expecting a visitor should pop down to collect them.
SSC1a & 2a Presentations - MARKERS NEEDED 13 December 2022
We are now recruiting markers to help with the Year 1 and Year 2 SSC Presentations in London.
Update from Sharon Ellis and Louise Lester: Staff Bonus Scheme 13 December 2022
We are delighted to announce the launch of this year’s Grade 1-7 Staff Bonus Scheme, which opens for applications today. The bonus scheme is intended to recognise and reward exceptional contributions made by colleagues during the past 12 months in line with the Queen Mary Values.
Need Your Help - Admissions interviews for entry to Undergraduate Medicine and Dentistry 13 December 2022
** MESSAGE FROM SMD ADMISSIONS **
Collection of Chemical Waste 13 December 2022
During a walk around recently, we noticed quite a few full waste chemical bottles lurking in fume hoods and a couple outside of fume hoods as well.
Upcoming postdoc fellowship calls 9 December 2022
Please find a non-exhaustive list of upcoming funding opportunities focusing particularly on fellowship schemes that will open soon with deadline for submissions in 2023.
QMUL Medicine Interviews as a Selector 9 December 2022
The Admissions team is looking for Assessors to help interview and select candidates for entry to Medicine and Dentistry in September 2023. The role is open to anyone who teaches, assesses, mentors and supports our students, including Professional Services staff. If you are interested, please see the email below for more information and complete the form indicated.
Professor David Kelsell announced as new Centre Lead for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research 8 December 2022
We are delighted to announce that the new Centre Lead for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research will be Professor David Kelsell. He will be taking over the role from Professor Edel O'Toole in January 2023.
Enhancing Family Friendly Practices at QM 7 December 2022
At Queen Mary we are looking to enhance our family friendly practices to better support parents and carers across the institution.
CBCR Lunch time seminar series 7 December 2022
LIDo Funded Summer Undergraduate Placements - CALL FOR PROJECTS (Deadline 20/01/23) 7 December 2022
Please see call for projects below for LIDo Funded Summer Undergraduate Placements. Applications sought from postdoctoral researchers (no more than 3 years total post-PD).
Join an Academy Award winning actor Sir Mark Rylance and the Hungarian Embassy to celebrate Dr Ignác Semmelweis ‘The Saviour of Mothers’ 7 December 2022
Professor Colin Bailey, President and Principal at Queen Mary University of London and Ambassador Ferenc Kumin, The Embassy of Hungary in London kindly request the pleasure of your company at: Celebrating Ignác Semmelweis - ‘The Saviour of Mothers’
Update to Blizard policy on children in the building 7 December 2022
As an update to recent communications around children in the building, babies and children over 5 are allowed (under supervision), but unless it’s an emergency, children between one and five years old are not allowed.
IMPORTANT: -80 Freezer monitoring and responders (Christmas 2022) 7 December 2022
Please find attached a copy of our -80/-20 freezer breakdown procedure for your reference over the Christmas closure period for the Connected Automated Monitoring (CAM_Checkit – formerly Tutela) website.
Annual Health and Safety Newsletter 2022 7 December 2022
Welcome to the first annual Health and Safety Directorate (HSD) newsletter!
Reminder and cancellations: Blizard and IHSE Christmas Party 2022 7 December 2022
This is an important reminder that the deadline to register for the Christmas Party is midday this Wednesday, 7 December. If you would like to attend, you must register and present your ticket along with staff ID on arrival at The Griff Inn – see email below for registrations.
International Research and Innovation Funding Opportunities – December 22/January 23 7 December 2022
Please find latest Non-EU international research and innovation funding bulletin attached.
REMINDER: FAO Academic Staff: QS and THE academic and employer survey nominations 7 December 2022
This is an important reminder for all academic colleagues to action the request below as soon as possible, and before the deadline of midday on Thursday 15 December. Please return your completed spreadsheets including nominee names and contact permissions to Carlos De Oliveira (c.deoliveira@qmul.ac.uk).
Impact Policy Secondment Scheme and Training 2 December 2022
Queen Mary has a new policy secondment scheme being run through the Impact team. There is also an additional Introduction to Impact session on Monday 12 December due to the high demand for the first session on 26 October.
Update from the Principal: 30 November 2022 30 November 2022
Dear Colleagues,
I hope you are well. I’m continuing to have daily conversations with staff about the pressures of the increase in costs of living and realise that everyone is struggling at the moment.
Request: DATE Microteaching Facilitator Needed - Thursday 1st December 9am-11.30am 30 November 2022
We are in urgent need of academic facilitators for the Year 5 microteaching sessions happening this Thursday 1st December, for the morning (9am – 11.30am) session.
CBCR Lunch time seminar series 30 November 2022
BBSRC Innovation to Commercialisation of University Research (ICURe) 29 November 2022
The BBSRC ICURe programme is a funding programme which is designed to help you understand whether there is a market for an invention or service, derived from your BBSCR or UKRI funded research, and therefore how you will best access that market.
Save the Date: Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day 29 November 2022
Thursday December 8 2022
Environment & Health MDT 29 November 2022
Preventing asthma – are we ready to translate epidemiological and mechanistic studies into reality?
Environment & Health December Seminar 29 November 2022
"Air Pollution & Children's Health - Where Next?" - Dr Abigail Whitehouse
Invitation to the upcoming Entrepreneurs Club 29 November 2022
We are excited for our upcoming Entrepreneurs Club. The club brings together budding and established entrepreneurs from across the University, to share their experiences and talk about their entrepreneur journey.
Blizard policy on children 29 November 2022
Just a reminder that no children are to be brought into the Blizard Building, even under supervision.
Cold room LG154 29 November 2022
The entire contents of cold room LG154 have been relocated into cold rooms LG157 and LG153.
EU funding news: Horizon Europe (2023-24) work programmes & upcoming webinars 29 November 2022
Please find attached the latest draft of the European Union’s Horizon Europe Health topics Work Programme 2023-24.
Blizard Education CPD Fund 29 November 2022
The Blizard Education Committee recognises the importance of continuing professional development to support excellence in design & delivery of education.
You are invited to the Barts and the London Arts Christmas Exhibition 29 November 2022
Louise, Mia and I are warmly inviting you to attend the Barts and the London Arts Christmas Exhibition.
Brazil Accelerator Fund 2 29 November 2022
Queen Mary, the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FioCruz), and Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV) have pledged a total of £150,000 to create the Brazil Accelerator Fund II to provide seed funding for the development of scalable research collaboration between the three organisations and other Brazilian institutions.
Sport England campaign: This Girl Can 29 November 2022
This Girl Can, which runs from 21-27 November, promotes and celebrates female participation in physical activity.
UNIque: women’s development programme for early career researchers 29 November 2022
Running collaboratively with King’s and Imperial, the programme will give you the opportunity to step back to understand your career options in and out of the university sector and appraise your values and strengths.
High number of phishing campaigns - check all received emails carefully 29 November 2022
There is a high number of phishing campaigns at the moment targeting Queen Mary staff and students:
Strike Action 29 November 2022
I am writing to ascertain whether you took any Strike Action or Action Short of a Strike (ASOS) on any of the following dates:
Webinars: Financial Wellbeing and your money 29 November 2022
Queen Mary has partnered with the Money and Pensions Service and MoneyHelper, which offers free, clear and impartial money guidance.
Update: Blizard Institute Research Seminar - Professor Graeme Milligan, University of Glasgow 29 November 2022
We are delighted to invite you to join the Blizard Institute Research Seminar that will take place on Thursday 19 January 2023, 12.00-1.00pm in the Perrin Lecture Theatre.
Lights testing today 23 November 2022
There will be contractors onsite to carry out monthly testing of the back-up lighting today, Wednesday 23 November between 8-4pm.
Environment & Health Multi-disciplinary Research Theme: Upcoming research workshops 23 November 2022
Following on from the Research Sandpit event held in July 2022, research leads have established four key research workstreams to take forward:
2023 Clinical Academic Research Day: Call for abstracts 23 November 2022
Queen Mary's Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Clinical Academic Research Day will take place on March 02 2023 in the Octagon, Mile End Campus.
Phishing email attempt purporting to be from Kristin Braun 22 November 2022
Some colleagues may have received an email purporting to be from Professor Kristin Braun.
Register: Let's Talk About... Health Inequalities in the signing Deaf community - December 05 2022 22 November 2022
Join us for our next EDI seminar featuring Dr Katherine Rogers who will talk about health outcomes and inequalities faced by the signing Deaf community.
OSCE Examiners required: Physician associate OSCE December 08 2022 22 November 2022
The Physician Associate team are seeking OSCE examiners for the End-Of-Year PA exams on December 08 2022.
SSC1a & 2a Presentations - MARKERS NEEDED 22 November 2022
"DNA on Repeat" - December 14 2022 22 November 2022
Meeting on Repetitive Elements
Blizard Coffee morning 22 November 2022
The next Blizard Coffee morning will be on Tuesday November 29 2022
UKRI - Pioneer Awards: Early-stage Frontier Biosciences Research 22 November 2022
The UKRI Pioneer awards: Early-stage frontier biosciences research award is now open.
New England Biolabs exhibition 22 November 2022
This Wednesday November 23, 10am-4pm
UKRI Centres for Doctoral training in AI Demand Management Call 22 November 2022
JRMO welcomes EOI’s (Expressions of Interest) for the UKRI Centres for Doctoral training in Artificial Intelligence to which demand management procedures apply (i.e. Call will be centrally managed by the JRMO on behalf of QMUL)
Admissions Interviews for entry to Undergraduate Medicine and Dentistry in Sept 2023 - Help Needed 22 November 2022
** MESSAGE FROM JASON BERRY AND MARIA HAYFRON-BENJAMIN, SMD ADMISSIONS **
CO2 incubator servicing Dec 5th-Dec 13th 22 November 2022
The CO2 incubators in the Blizard and Abernethy buildings will be serviced Dec 5th – Dec 13th inclusive (7 days).
It's Time for Pint of Science 2023! 22 November 2022
Hello Blizard! Are you passionate about science? Public engagement? Pubs?
Offer on balances - Appleton Woods 22 November 2022
This may be of interest to some labs.
Join us at the Barts and Queen Mary Christmas Lecture on Monday 5 December 16 November 2022
Bringing pathogen genomes to the masses: my science, my legacy with Professor Sharon Peacock CBE
Meet the Blizard's new Principal Laboratory Manager - Claire Cox 16 November 2022
Get to know the newest member of the team!
CBCR seminar series - November 16 November 2022
Correction - WHRI seminar series: Liver pathways at the crossroads of metabolic disease, Prof William Alazawi 16 November 2022
Our next William Harvey Seminar Series will be next Monday, November 21 at 12:45pm at the Derek Willoughby Lecture Theatre
2023 Butterfield Awards in UK-Japan Medicine and Health - Deadline December 15 2022 16 November 2022
We are writing to let you know that we are inviting applications for grants in medicine and health under our Butterfield Award Programme.
EPSRC CDT Call 2023 - Call for EOI's and Internal Demand Management Process 16 November 2022
I appreciate that the call below may be less relevant to our faculty however if you know of anyone interested and working in the EPSRC area please forward this along and cc me in too. We can also expect a UKRI call for CDTs with an AI focus (like last time) so could be worth considering with that in mind too. Sabari Vallath (sabari.vallath@qmul.ac.uk)
16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence 16 November 2022
The University are holding a series of events to mark the 16 days of Activism against Gender-based Violence from November 25 to December 10 2022.
Staff update: industrial action and pay 15 November 2022
I am writing to confirm a number of practical details in relation to the University response to national industrial action, including how pay deductions will be applied for participation in industrial action.
Sign up for the annual FMD peer-to-peer Promotion Workshops 15 November 2022
The annual academic promotion round opens each year in December. Please join our highly successful annual peer-to-peer promotion workshops.
Christmas Barts Arts Project- The Human Dimension Of Health 15 November 2022
We are inviting all FMD staff and students to contribute to the Christmas Barts Arts exhibition which will be held on 14 December 4pm – 7pm in the Old Library, Garrod Building.
Barts Centre for Squamous Cancer – November Seminar 15 November 2022
'The oncoprotein YAP controls DNA replication and DNA damage repair in cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.' with Dr Gernot Walko
Health Advances in Underrepresented Populations and Diseases (HARP) 15 November 2022
Health Advances in Underrepresented Populations and Diseases is a new doctoral training programme for all health professionals, funded by the Wellcome Trust, Barts Charity and the Trustees of the Medical College of St Bartholomew’s Hospital.
Blizard Institute Research Seminar: Professor Graeme Milligan, University of Glasgow 15 November 2022
Update from the Chief Operations Officer: Industrial Action 15 November 2022
I am chair of the Joint Consultative Forum (JCF), through which we work with our campus trade unions. I wanted to give you an update about forthcoming industrial action, as well as some significant ongoing work with all the trade unions that was successfully negotiated this summer.
Come Down and Visit Us at the Centre of the Cell Christmas Pop Up Shop! 15 November 2022
Find adorable gifts and stocking fillers for friends and family to suit every budget
Message from Vice Principal (Health): Garrod Building becomes a new staff student hub 14 November 2022
I am delighted to announce an £11.1 million refurbishment of the Garrod Building which will take place over several months from February. The building will become the new home of Barts and The London Students Association and it will house the Institute of Health Sciences.
Zero Rate VAT certificates 14 November 2022
QMUL is generally not exempt from paying VAT, quite contrary, VAT is largely a cost to QMUL as it cannot be recovered in most instances.
Update from the Principal: 11 November 2022 11 November 2022
Professor Colin Bailey discusses some of the University's recent successes and key hires, the challenges we face in achieving our Strategy goals and sustainability, and supporting our staff through the cost of living crisis.
Brazil Accelerator Fund II - Open for applications 8 November 2022
Queen Mary, the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), and Fundação Getúlio Vargas (FGV) have pledged a total of £150,000 to create the Brazil Accelerator Fund II to provide seed funding for the development of scalable research collaboration between the three organisations and other Brazilian institutions.
AI for Synthetic Data and its Applications - Sandpit Event 7 November 2022
The Digital Environment Research Institute (DERI) is hosting a virtual Sandpit event on AI for Synthetic Data and its Applications
Personal Appraisal and Development 2022 - deadline end of November 7 November 2022
I am writing to remind you that the annual Personal Appraisal and Development season began in May and runs through to the end of November.
Message for Blizard Staff/PhDs: WISE@QMUL Networking Event - Date Change 7 November 2022
Due to industrial action on the TFL Underground and Overground on 10/11/2022, our Mile End Women in Science and Engineering Networking Event will now be on Friday 11 November:
PAT testing next week 2 November 2022
PAT testing of electrical devices for the Blizard and Abernethy (and associated areas) has been confirmed to take place between Monday 7 November to Friday 11 November.
Blizard and IHSE Christmas Party 2022 2 November 2022
A joint Christmas party for staff and PGR/PhD students at the Blizard and IHSE, including officially invited guests only.
Fridge/Freezer defrosting 2 November 2022
Please remember to ensure any items
New Blizard Vacancy - Deputy Laboratory Manager 2 November 2022
A deputy laboratory manager is required to join the Institute laboratory management team
GCH Research Seminar - November 10 at 1.30pm, Dr Aoife Murray (Nizetic Group) 2 November 2022
The next Centre for Genomics and Child Health Research Seminar is on Thursday 10 November 2022 between 1.30-2.30pm, it will be a mixed-mode meeting in Spikey, Blizard and on MS Teams.
Applications Open - 2023 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talent Programme 2 November 2022
We are pleased to announce that applications for the 2023 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Rising Talent Programme are now open until Friday, 2 December.
On behalf of Prof Sir Mark Caulfield - Supporting MBBS Success 2 November 2022
Dear MBBS students and Staff,
Venue Update: Blizard new starters welcome lunch 1 November 2022
Welcome event and light lunch for new staff and PhD students
CHANGE - CBCR Lunch time seminar series 1 November 2022
Change due to train strike
FAO Academic staff: Survey to build up a Blizard database 1 November 2022
We would like to build up a Blizard database that would include the following information:
WIPH Research Seminar Series: Prof Julius Sim, School of Medicine and the Clinical Trials Unit Keele 1 November 2022
We are very pleased to invite you to join the WIPH Research Seminar taking place on MS Teams
IMPORTANT: Repairs to leak in LG121 scheduled for Friday 4 November 1 November 2022
From 5pm this Friday, 4 November, BTU will be in LG121 to repair the pipework following the severe leak seen on Monday morning.
Hybrid: Nicholas Talley Visit - Wednesday 9 November 2022 1 November 2022
Please see below details of the lecture, this will also be a Hybrid Meeting but if you can make this in person that would be great.Please confirm to s.j.pimm@qmul.ac.uk whether you are attending via Teams or face to face.
Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research (CBCR) Centre Lead 1 November 2022
The Blizard are seeking to appoint a new Centre Lead for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research to take over the academic leadership of the centre from January 2023.
New student platform for reporting missed education activities 1 November 2022
This communication is to let you know of a new university wide initiative available to all students to provide them with a single platform to report missed education activities.
-80 freezer monitoring: Web address changes 1 November 2022
Please see the enclosed information from CAM+/Checkit (formerly Tutela) on changes to the web address for access to the monitoring site for the -80 freezers and associated systems.
New article in Science Advances from QMUL researchers 1 November 2022
Queen Mary researchers from the lab of Dr Helen Rowe, Group Leader in the Centre for Immunobiology, have had an article on Mammalian Genetics published in Science Advances.
Meet the Professional Services Transformation team 26 October 2022
The Professional Services Transformation team is delighted to announce its new Director and Deputy Directors.
CHANGE IN DEADLINE: MRC Mid Range Equipment Call - Round 2 26 October 2022
Please note that we are bringing forward the deadline of submission of EOIs to the 15th November 2022.
Don’t forget…Chemometec will be exhibiting in the Blizard today 26 October 2022
Wednesday 26th October from 10:00 to 16:00hrs
PGR Halloween Event 26 October 2022
The PGR committee wanted to let you know we are hosting our first event of the term on Thursday 03 November in the Neuron Pod.
Devices Working Group Professional Members (IDWG22-2) - Professor Joanne Martin 26 October 2022
Call for applications: Interim Devices Working Group (IDWG) at the Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Update from the Principal: industrial action 25 October 2022
I am sorry to report that the trade union University and College Union (UCU) has recently concluded a national ballot and achieved another mandate for industrial action at 150 participating universities, including Queen Mary.
MRC Mid Range Equipment Call - Round 2 25 October 2022
JRMO welcomes applications for the MRC Equipment Opportunity to which demand management procedures apply which is a managed call by the JRMO on behalf of QMUL
Faculty Message: Call for PhD Project Proposals 25 October 2022
UKRI/BBSRC AI for Drug Discovery Programme
Call for Pitches - DERI Sandpit: AI generated Synthetic Data and Applications 25 October 2022
The Digital Environment Research Institute (DERI) are planning another sandpit to take place in the afternoon on November 30 2022, on the theme of AI generated Synthetic Data and Applications.
CBCR Lunchtime seminar programme - Monday October 31 2022 25 October 2022
The next two speakers in the CBCR seminar series are:
Transforming Digital Learning MOOC 25 October 2022
Sharing a bit of good news for your day.
Update from the Principal: 19 October 2022 21 October 2022
Professor Colin Bailey discusses investing in our staff, social mobility and sustainability, the knowledge excellence framework, open day and more.
Research Taster Day 2022 19 October 2022
Have you heard of Centre of the Cell? Have you ever wondered what happens in the Neuron Pod at the Blizard Institute? Do you want to engage the public more with your research?
Register now: Lets Talk About...Improving cancer care in the LGBTQ+ community 19 October 2022
Please join us on Friday 11 November, 12:00-12:45pm for the next seminar in the ‘Let’s Talk About…’ seminar series.
OSCE Examiner Training Dates for 2022/23 19 October 2022
Please respond directly to Lisa Lewis – l.lewis@qmul.ac.uk
How Best to Engage our Students in 2022/23 18 October 2022
The University of Kent’s E-Learning Team are running another ‘Digitally Enhanced Education webinar’
8th Annual Meeting: Current Developments in Cluster Randomised Trials and Stepped Wedge Designs 18 October 2022
Booking is now open for the annual meeting hosted by the Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit (PCTU), Queen Mary University of London.
Pump priming funding available to support work aligned with multi-disciplinary research 18 October 2022
The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry has set up four Multi-Disciplinary Research Themes (MDTs) which aim to showcase and support research activities across the Faculty.
Join us at the next Faculty Staff Forum to discuss how we can improve our reputation rankings 18 October 2022
Please join us at the next Faculty Staff Forum, where we will be discussing the topic of reputation.
Barts Centre for Squamous Cancer Seminar Series 18 October 2022
Dr Magnus Lynch, St John’s Institute of Dermatology, KCL
Researcher Taster Day 18 October 2022
From Prof Sir Mark Caulfield on the recent Inaugural by Patrick Kennedy 18 October 2022
On Thursday 13 October Professor Patrick Kennedy gave a fabulous inaugural lecture on his game changing research in Hepatitis B.
Anna Kowala wins best oral presentation award at the 49th European Muscle Conference 18 October 2022
Congratulations to Anna Kowala, a PhD student from Dr Yung-Yao Lin's Lab
FAO Researchers: Asahi Kasei Pharma’s Open Innovation Program (A-COMPASS) 18 October 2022
Asahi Kasei Pharma is publicly calling for new proposals
Blizard Institute Staff Open Meeting 12 October 2022
Wednesday 19 October, 2-3pm – Perrin LT
WISE@QMUL Networking Event 12 October 2022
Hello all and a warm welcome to new PGRs and early career researchers joining us this semester!
Invitation to 'The Future of Community Health' event - Monday 14 November 11 October 2022
The Future Of Community Health – join the conversation
FMD EDI Newsletter October 2022 11 October 2022
Equality Diversity and Inclusion Newsletter October 2022
Warning over toxic pollution particles found in unborn babies' liver, lungs and brain 11 October 2022
Air pollution particles were first detected in the placentas of pregnant women in 2018 by Professor Jonathan Grigg at Queen Mary University of London and colleagues.
Accessibility of course material 11 October 2022
You will probably have heard that Queen Mary is required to adhere to accessibility regulations concerning our content (public sector bodies accessibility requirements-PSBAR).
University of Dundee School of Medicine MLA Study 11 October 2022
We are academics from the University of Dundee School of Medicine. We are conducting a UK-wide study about the upcoming Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA).
URGENT REMINDER - DEADLINE (14TH OCTOBER) FAST APPROACHING: 11 October 2022
QM BHF MRes Project call 2022
Staff Survey 2022: Blizard Institute results 7 October 2022
Professor Mary Collins and Dr Natalie McCloskey write to all Blizard Institute staff to share the results for the Blizard Institute and to explain our next steps.
A message from Barts and The London Students' Association Board 5 October 2022
We are delighted to announce that Barts and The London Students' Association (BLSA) will be hosting an open afternoon
Message from Vice Principal (Health) & Team: Staff Survey 2022 Results 5 October 2022
Results of the Staff Survey 2022 and the road ahead
QMUL/FMD Pandemic Research Symposium 5 October 2022
Register for the QMUL/FMD Pandemic Research Symposium!
Message from Professor Sir Mark Caulfield, VP (Health): University funding for new equipment 5 October 2022
I'm pleased to be able to confirm today that the Faculty has secured significant investment from the Principal's Strategic Fund to purchase a number of key pieces of equipment and underpin further cutting-edge research and education.
Reminder: Personal Appraisal and Development 2022 4 October 2022
The annual Personal Appraisal and Development season began in May and runs through to November.
London Air Ambulance launches urgent £15 million appeal to help fund two new helicopters 4 October 2022
The air ambulance service gets 89% of its funding from public donations and is launching the campaign, Up Against Time today.
Centre for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research Seminar Series 4 October 2022
Autumn Term 2022/23 – All seminars are on Monday at 1pm
Take part in an study about online courses for PGT students 4 October 2022
Are you a postgraduate (PGT) student taking an online course, or do you teach students on a PGT distance learning course at Queen Mary?
Applications for HARP PhD and Pre-Doctoral Programme for Health Professionals now open 4 October 2022
HARP is a 3-year clinical PhD Programme dedicated to redressing health inequality through representative research in an inclusive environment.
New JRMO Research News Bulletin online 4 October 2022
The latest edition of the JRMO's regular R&D News Bulletin is now available on the JRMO website.
Join the East London Research Network 4 October 2022
The Queen Mary East London Research Network will bring colleagues together across all faculties who conduct research in east London.
SEED Award - Student Enhanced Engagement and Development - Call for Applications 4 October 2022
The SEED Award recognises learners’ contribution to shaping education at Queen Mary.
Join the upcoming Inaugural Lecture of Professor Tyson Valentine Sharp 4 October 2022
‘Lost and found in translation …my research journey so far’
Impact Case training dates 4 October 2022
The Impact team are running a series of training programmes which are tailored for our faculty which will provide you with a good understanding of what the REF means by Impact and what support is available to generate an impact case.
Postponed: FMD EDI Forum 4 October 2022
We regret to inform you that due to unforseen circumstances, the FMD EDI Forum planned for 5th October has had to be postponed.
Join the upcoming Inaugural Lecture of Professor Patrick Kennedy 4 October 2022
The blurred lines of Chronic hepatitis B
Job Opportunities with Genes & Health 28 September 2022
The Genes & Health research programme which has recruited over 50,000 British Pakistani and Bangladeshi volunteers and has rich, multi-source health data available, as well as genetic data.
NIHR Global Health Groups and RIGHT calls 28 September 2022
Please see the below information regarding the NIHR calls for Global Health Research Groups and Research and Innovation Global Health Transformation (RIGHT).
Be part of our journey towards excellence in Digital Education 28 September 2022
Join Drop in sessions (in-person only) or a Digital Education Co-lab (MME, online & in-person)
Due to an error with registration, please re-register for the "Women in Science and the impact of Covid-19" workshop. 28 September 2022
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the biomedical research and clinical workforce have been staggering.
Former iBSC in Experimental Pathology and MBBS Student Awarded Best International Paper 27 September 2022
Rebecca Simpson, a former iBSC in Experimental Pathology and MBBS student at Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry
Blizard PhD student won conference award 27 September 2022
Anna Kowala, PhD student from Dr Yung-Yao Lin's Lab, won the best oral presentation award in the 49th European Muscle Conference.
Fundraising Appeal for Parkinson's UK 27 September 2022
My challenge for 2022 is a running one
Submit case studies for Lifelong Health and Wellbeing Research Highway 27 September 2022
Deadline: Friday 30 September 2022
NIHR IAT Programme funding bid 2023 27 September 2022
Call for post proposals (posts starting 2024 and 2025)
Cost of living crisis survey 27 September 2022
Help us understand and address the cost-of-living crisis among our students
Pan London Antisemitism Training - Online Webinar 27 September 2022
FAO PS EDISG Members
WHRI Seminar today - Tuesday 27 September 27 September 2022
Controlling Immune Cells from Within: Metabolic Organelle Communication Shapes Immune Cell Fate & Function with Dr Angelica Rambold
Update from the Principal: 21 September 2022 21 September 2022
As all our campuses are now filling up with students once more, I wanted to write primarily to thank everyone for the huge amount of work to get us to this point and have everything ready for the new term.
UPDATE: Next Whiteboard meeting 20 September 2022
Tuesday 27 September, 1.30pm-3.00pm
Phishing email attempt purporting to be from Jo Martin 20 September 2022
Some colleagues may have received an email purporting to be from Professor Joanne Martin.
Message from Vice Principal (Health) & Team: 20 September 2022
Welcome back and the year ahead
Queen Mary East London Research Network 20 September 2022
The East London Research Network will bring colleagues together across all faculties who conduct research in east London, and aims to develop research collaborations, new partnerships and impact in line with the priority areas in our Civic University Agreement.
Queen Mary Global Policy Institute recruiting Academic Theme Leads 20 September 2022
The Queen Mary Global Policy Institute, the University’s multidisciplinary engine for global impact, has refreshed its strategy and is looking to appoint new strategic theme leads to guide its work.
UNIque Women's Development Programme for Researchers 20 September 2022
UNIque is an online women's development programme for postdoctoral and doctoral researchers and it runs collaboratively with King’s College London and Imperial College London.
Mile End Library Transformation – Floor 2 Reading Room Closure 20 September 2022
June-November 2022
QM East London Research Network 16 September 2022
You are invited to join Queen Mary's new East London Research Network, which is holding its first meeting (on Teams) on Wednesday 12 October from 2.00-3.30pm.
Tackling place-based health inequalities - Panel Discussion 14 September 2022
How can we achieve better health for all in East London?
Next Whiteboard meeting 14 September 2022
Professor Nicholas Talley Lecture - November 9 2022 14 September 2022
Invitation to Lecture to be delivered by: Professor Nicholas TalleyDirector of NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Digestive HealthDistinguished Laureate Professor (University of Newcastle)
FAO New staff and PhD students - Invite: Blizard Welcome Event and Light Lunch 14 September 2022
Thursday 22 September, 12.30-2.00pm, Large Cloud
FAO All Students - Arrangements for Monday 19th September 2022 14 September 2022
Important information for all students - The State Funeral for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will take place on Monday 19 September 2022.
Impact of the State Funeral on Faculty activity and Welcome Week 14 September 2022
As many of you will be aware, the day of the State Funeral (Monday 19th September 2022) will be a bank holiday, which our University will observe to pay our respects to our Patron, Queen Elizabeth II.
BLSA Welcome Fair in Blizard Mews - Wednesday 21 September 13 September 2022
Barts and The London Students' Association (BLSA) will be holding their Welcome Fair in the Blizard Mews next Wednesday 21 September, 1pm-4pm.
Copyright Licensing Agency data collection exercise 13 September 2022
FAO all staff
Film Developer service 13 September 2022
The film developer in the dark room will be serviced this Friday (16th Sep).
Immigration referrals at the start of term 13 September 2022
Recycling boxes 13 September 2022
Reminder
FAO of Consultant Clinical Academics: Pay award 13 September 2022
The pay uplift for medical and dental consultants in England from 1 April 2022 has been agreed in line with the relevant pay circular by NHS Employers, this was confirmed to us by UCEA ( Universities and Colleges Employer Association) yesterday.
A message from Prof Sir Mark Caulfield, Vice-Principal (Health) 9 September 2022
Her Majesty the Queen has been on the throne for more than my entire lifetime and is the longest lived monarch to serve our nation. It is difficult not to be impressed by the life of enthusiastic service and dedication Queen Elizabeth gave to us.
The death of Queen Elizabeth II and what it means for events 9 September 2022
Following the incredibly sad news of the passing Queen Elizabeth II, the university has agreed an approach for all of our event activity based on government guidance.
Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II: 1926-2022 9 September 2022
It is with great sadness that we learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. I am sure you all join me in extending our deepest sympathies to the Royal Family at this very difficult time.
FAO Principal Investigators: Google PhD Fellowships 7 September 2022
Deadline 9am Monday 12 September
Staff survey 2022: next steps 7 September 2022
Following Chief Operations Officer Dr Sharon Ellis’s email of 28 July, I am writing to share with you the next steps in relation to our staff survey.
FMD Staff Awards 2022 - Call for nominations extended to Wed 14 September 7 September 2022
Submission deadline for FMD Staff Awards 2022 has been extended until 5pm on Wednesday 14 September.
WHRI Seminar: Dr Adam Lewandowski 7 September 2022
Date: Monday 26 September, 12.45pm
WHRI: Dr Theodora Katsila 7 September 2022
12th September 2022 12.45pm
Research Impact Fund 7 September 2022
Internal call coordinated by the QM Innovation Team
Update from the Principal: Research highlights and highways 7 September 2022
As we look ahead to the new academic year, I wanted to reflect on our research and the outstanding work taking place across our University.
GCH Research Seminar - 15 Sept: Presentation Title Amendment 7 September 2022
Genomics and Child Health Virtual Research Seminar
Problem-based learning (PBL) facilitator training 6 September 2022
Dates: Monday 12 September, 9.30am-12.30pm; Monday 12 September, 1.00pm-3.30pm
Teach Your First Session (TYFS) workshop 6 September 2022
Dates: Tuesday 13 September, 1.00-2.30pm (online) and Wednesday 14 September 3.30-5.00pm (onsite)
Environment & Health MDT - September Seminar 6 September 2022
There's still time to register for our September seminar!
Centre of the Cell October half term events 6 September 2022
Monday 24th– Friday 28th of October, Centre of the Cell, Whitechapel
NIHR Global Health Research Groups – Fourth Call Launched 6 September 2022
Deadline: 23 October 2022 (internal, see 'How to apply' for further details)
Join the next FMD Seminar with Dr Pauline Williams 6 September 2022
Join the next EDI Seminar on Tuesday 20 September.
Department W Fire Alarm Panel issues 6 September 2022
For those of you who work in or visit Department W, please see the message below regarding new temporary measures in place.
Important update: Blizard Education Training Programme now online 6 September 2022
The Blizard Education Training Programme due to take place on Thursday 15 September 2-4pm will now be online attendance only.
It's all about TEAM - An inaugural Lecture with Professor Dylan Morrissey 6 September 2022
Join Professor Dylan Morrissey from William Harvey Research Institute at his inaugural lecture next Friday 9 September at 5:10pm BST, hosted as part of the 22nd Annual Scientific Conference in Sports & Exercise Medicine.
Secondment opportunity 9 months - Grade 4 30 August 2022
The School of Politics and International Relations (SPIR) are currently recruiting an Executive Officer and PA to the Head of School.
Call for academics to take part in Queen Mary Summer School 2023 30 August 2022
The Queen Mary Summer School resumed this year
MyHR major upgrade – 30 August to 1 September 30 August 2022
MyHR and Resourcelink will be unavailable between 8am on Tuesday 30 August and 9am on Thursday 1 September while upgrade work is carried out.
A message from Prof Sir Mark Caulfield, Vice-Principal (Health) 24 August 2022
Join the community of Senior Tutors within IHSE and help to support students in need of academic assistance
Update from the Principal: Student recruitment position 23 August 2022
I am writing to give you an update on our student recruitment position.
Learner Engagement Analytics Briefing Session 23 August 2022
Please read on if you are interested to know more about Learner Engagement Analytics (LEA).
Panacea Stars Opportunity 23 August 2022
For those of you I haven’t met yet, I am a Business Development Manager here at QM and focused on the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry.
Barts and The London Arts - Summer of Projects 23 August 2022
This past academic year Nandini Hayes and Louise Younie launched Barts and the London Arts, an organisation which acknowledges and celebrates the creative work of FMD students and staff.
National Student Survey and Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 19 August 2022
The Blizard Institute recently received feedback from the two most important surveys for undergraduate and postgraduate education, the National Student Survey and Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey. We would like to take this opportunity to share a few highlights with you.
Learner Engagement Analytics Briefing session 19 August 2022
FAO: Academic staff. Please read if you are interested to know more about Learner Engagement Analytics (LEA).
Expected Network Outage Friday 26 August and Monday 5 September at 7am 19 August 2022
As part of the Core Network Project we are introducing a new Security box at Whitechapel. This box provides intrusion detection and monitors traffic on our network and analyses that traffic for signatures matching known attacks, and when something suspicious happens we are alerted it also provides Intrusion Protection which is primarily a preventive device designed not only to detect but also to block malicious actions.
Update from the Principal: summer news including agreement with trade union UCU signalling end of this period of industrial action 17 August 2022
Many of you will be very busy at the moment with confirmation and clearing, which is progressing very well thanks to the hard work of colleagues across the University.
UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship - New EOI Date and Contacts 16 August 2022
UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship Round 7 - EoI submission deadline changed to Friday 16 September 2022
QMUL Pipette Clinic 16 August 2022
A pipette clinic has been scheduled by Star lab for next month.
Final reminder: LIDo iCASE project call 2022 16 August 2022
FAO: Supervisors and PIs
A message from Prof Sir Mark Caulfield, Vice-Principal (Health) 16 August 2022
NSS22 Results Staff Forum Follow-up
A very big thank you from Debbie Hampson 16 August 2022
Firstly, apologies for taking so long to send this email.
Extension: Blizard Institute clear-out 16 August 2022
The Blizard Institute 'clear-out' is currently ongoing in order to dispose of redundant paperwork and equipment.
MRC just announced next live webinar for NIRG applicants - 13 September 2022 16 August 2022
MRC has just announced the next live webinar for NIRG applicants or staff that are supporting NIRG applicants.
Blizard Education Training Programme 10 August 2022
Following a pause during the pandemic, we are delighted to announce that the Blizard Education Training Programme will be re-launched in September.
Research Integrity Committee looking for student member 9 August 2022
The newly created Research Integrity Committee is seeking to recruit a student member to represent the perspective of research students.
Message from the Vice-Principal (Education): National Teaching Fellow successes 5 August 2022
Dr Jennifer Randall, Senior Lecturer in Global Public Health, Wolfson Institute of Population Health, and Dr Louise Younie, Clinical Reader in Medical Education, Institute of Health Sciences Education, have been announced as National Teaching Fellows.
Environment & Health MDT - Upcoming Events 3 August 2022
View and register for upcoming webinars and seminars
Core network upgrade 3 August 2022
Update at 03 August 2022, 07:40
Message from the Vice-Principal (Research and Innovation) 3 August 2022
Research Highways
UPDATE: Whiteboard Session on Thursday 11 August 2022 2 August 2022
3.00pm-4.30pm - Basement meeting rooms, Empire House
Reminder: Blizard Horizon Scanning Working Group 2 August 2022
Register your interest by Friday 5 August
Staff survey 2022 2 August 2022
The staff survey closed on 27 May. Thank you to everyone who filled it in!