Felicity Waters

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Our National Head of Communications, Engagement and Involvement, @FlissWaters, has been published in the @BMJLeader blog with an overview of our One Wales approach to championing research via non-executive directors in NHS health boards. Read Felicity's piece 👇

Mandating a research-focused Non-Executive Director on every NHS Board has transformed research visibility in Wales – it also offers a model others can adopt. By Felicity Waters bit.ly/4sifq32

🚨 New research using the @SAILDatabank shows routine blood tests, if processed differently, can boost early detection of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis — without extra tests or costs. With @cardiffuni @PopDataSci_SU @SwanseaUni @CV_UHB Read more - saildatabank.com/improving-live…

The BMJ is seeking UK and international clinical editorial advisors to join our weekly manuscript meeting for research papers. You will attend 4-6 virtual meetings a year. If you are interested, please apply by 27 February 2026 bit.ly/4r0L7Op

@ShiptonMartin Very well deserved, keep up the great work 👏

Nation Cymru wins best news website in Wales award nation.cymru/news/nation-cy…

✨ In 2025, @theWCRC proudly supported cancer researchers, with several securing competitive fellowships - showcasing growth in expertise and future leaders in Wales. 🎄 Stay connected through our bulletin: …careresearchwales.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c6…

Our Director, Gareth Cross, recognises "the incredible impact our research community has made in Wales" in his festive message 👇

Amber thought her life was over when diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) aged just 20. But a drug trial gave her the chance to finish university and manage her condition more effectively. 🎓 💊 The study was testing a drug called ocrelizumab. Although she finished taking part in the trial in 2021, she continues to take the drug, which she says has made a huge difference to her quality of life. Could you take part in research like Amber? Find out how at bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/campaigns/youn… #BePartOfResearch

Type 1 diabetes patient, Paul Coker, has shared his experience with @LBCNewsWales , discussing how a Welsh study led by Prof Steve Bain could help transform eye care for people living with diabetes. Listen to the interview this #WorldDiabetesDay: healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/news/nob…

Just one day to go until #WelshConfed25! Join us at our breakfast session where our expert panel will discuss how recent investment in commercial research delivery will improve patient outcomes. Not able to make the breakfast session? Visit us at our exhibition stand instead.

We’re #hiring a Campaigns and Engagement Manager. Help shape how health and social care research is promoted across Wales. Closes: 30 October healthandcareresearchwales.org/campaigns-enga…

"Teams across Cardiff, Swansea and Bangor unis are advancing discovery in science and clinical trials. Wales is driving innovation in kidney health.” At today’s @TheWKRU meeting, Professor Donald Fraser, emphasised that collaboration is at the heart of kidney research in Wales.

AI used to help diagnose dementia in UK first bbc.in/494ixFs

Yesterday, the team attended the @ResearchWales Conference 2025 🚀✨ 🔗 Read more about SAIL's exhibition stand, the opportunities for collaboration, and the 'Road of Research' here: saildatabank.com/event-highligh… #ResearchWales25 #YmchwilCymru25 @PopDataSci_SU @ukserp

Thank you to all the delegates and speakers that made this year’s Health and Care Research Wales conference a success #ResearchWales25 Sign-up to our weekly bulletin to make sure you’re the first to know when the conference recordings are ready: …careresearchwales.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c6…

What research impact would you like to see in ten years? If you're at our #ResearchWales25 conference today make sure you visit our post-it wall (near registration) and share your hopes for the future. Joining us online? Comment your ideas below.

Great to see this discussion taking place @ResearchWales 10th annual conference. Huge opportunity for #Wales to make a step change in opportunities to take part in commercial trials for patients as a result of £22m+ investment from the pharmaceutical sector. #ResearchWales25

“It’s been great to see the number of trials we’ve been able to offer women grow.” As we celebrate ten years as Health and Care Research Wales, our Specialty Lead for Reproductive Health and Childbirth, Trudy Smith shares her biggest achievement from the last ten years 👇

"If it wasn't for [research] I'd be dead now." Poetry and prostate cancer – Ifor Thomas shares his personal journey of living with prostate cancer with delegates at our 2025 conference #ResearchWales25