Category: Talking point
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Lauren Caulfield
International Women’s Day, marked globally on the 8th March, is a moment to recognise the collective momentum created by women who push boundaries, challenge norms, and reshape the systems around them. It highlights the power of persistence and the impact of women whose work drives progress in healthcare, innovation, and beyond. Today, we are pleased…
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Dr Fin Williams
International Women’s Day, marked globally on the 8th March, is a chance to honour the women who lift communities, industries, and each other. It’s also a call to create environments where women and girls can access the support, resources, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Today, we are pleased to speak with…
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Dr Lucrezia Cester
International Women’s Day, observed globally on the 8th March, is a long‑standing awareness day dedicated to recognising the achievements of women and highlighting the inequalities that still shape their lives. Rooted in more than a century of activism, it serves as a reminder of the progress made and the continued need to champion gender equity…
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International Women’s Day Spotlight: Jenni Parker
International Women’s Day is a global observance held annually on March 8th to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls. The first official observance took place in 1911, and the day has since grown into a worldwide movement. Today, IWD is marked by events, campaigns, educational initiatives, and community gatherings…
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NHS CEP Celebrates the Launch of Prof & Doc Watercress Active Skincare!
The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme is delighted to celebrate the launch of the new Prof & Doc Watercress Active skincare range, an innovation led by Cohort 1 NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Dr Kyle Stewart and the team at Watercress Research Ltd. This milestone follows more than a decade of scientific investigation into the clinically useful chemistry…
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Inspiration to Impact: The Scientific Journey of Professor Barbara Pierscionek
International Day of Women and Girls in Science, held each year on February 11th, shines a light on the vital role women play in scientific discovery and innovation. The day is a global reminder that diverse perspectives are not only a matter of equity, but essential for scientific progress. Today, we are pleased to speak…
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Mantra Systems Announced as Programme Partner for the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme
The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (NHS CEP) is delighted to announce Mantra Systems Limited as an official Programme Partner, recognising their long-standing commitment to supporting clinical entrepreneurs navigating the medical device and digital health landscape. Mantra Systems was founded by CEO Dr Paul Hercock, himself a former NHS Clinical Entrepreneur, following his own innovation journey…
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NHS CEP Shortlisted for the HSJ Awards 2026!
Anglia Ruskin University delivering the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme has been shortlisted for the 2026 HSJ Partnership Award: Best Educational Programme for the NHS Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is thrilled to share that the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme has been shortlisted for the 2026 HSJ Awards! Nominated in the category for ‘Best Educational Programme for…
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Making a Difference in Malawi
Last month, Dr Tamsin Holland Brown, Paediatrician, Co-Clinical Lead on the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme, and Founder of Hear Glue Ear, embarked on a remarkable journey to Malawi. Following initial work in the country, the team was awarded a Global Health Partnerships grant of over £100,000 to deliver ear and hearing care training across Malawi, with…
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Insights from the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme: A BMJ Innovations Article
In a recent article published in BMJ Innovations, Dr. Tamsin Mary Holland Brown, Polly Sullivan – NHS CEP Programme Lead, and Poppy Sullivan – Medical Student, Queen Mary University of London, provide an in-depth look at the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (CEP). Historical Context and Founding of the CEP The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme is designed to…