IBMS News Feed
IBMS and RCPath histopathology reporting statement 2023
The IBMS and RCPath have collaborated to produce an updated joint statement and accompanying practice and competency information on advanced roles in biomedical scientist reporting
IBMS member instated as Honorary Fellow
Earlier this month, IBMS member Paul Mathieson (FIBMS) was instated as an Honorary Fellow of the University of Abertay.
Supporting the development of new training solutions
We are launching a new grant to support the development of training programmes for all staff working within biomedical science.
Digital Pathology and Integrated Care Systems
A white paper by the Institute of Biomedical Science and Microsoft
Help us to determine the key competencies for POCT biomedical scientists
Do you want to have your say about the education and training of biomedical scientists involved in Point of Care Testing (POCT)? Take part in one of our members’ surveys now.
New HCPC Standards of Proficiency now live
The revised HCPC Standards of Proficiency for biomedical scientists come into effect from today
It’s nearly time to renew your HCPC registration
The registration renewal period for biomedical scientists with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is opening soon. The Deadline is 30 November 2023.
Celebrating our Welsh members working in pathology
Earlier this month, our IBMS Wales Region celebrated the annual National Eisteddfod cultural festival in Boduan, North Wales.
Dathlu ein haelodau Cymreig yn gweithio ym maes patholeg
Yn gynharach y mis hwn, dathlodd ein Rhanbarth IBMS Cymru wyl ddiwylliannol flynyddol yr Eisteddfod Genedlaethol ym Moduan, Gogledd Cymru.
Delivering a diagnostic cytopathology service
IBMS, Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) and British Association for Cytopathology (BAC) release joint statement to guide the delivery of diagnostic cytopathology services across England.
IBMS website and CPD system announcement
An update on the IBMS website and CPD system for members
A new standard for Level 6 Biomedical Scientist apprenticeships
The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) has approved the new Level 6 Biomedical Scientist (Integrated Degree) apprenticeship standard.
Celebrating our Welsh members working in pathology
Earlier this month, our IBMS Wales Region celebrated the annual National Eisteddfod cultural festival in Boduan, North Wales.
A Culture of Learning, Support and Success
Directorate of Biochemistry, Manchester University NHS foundation Trust excels at advancing its Biomedical science staff
'Become a biomedical scientist' project launch
We oversee four routes to HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist and have released four videos to raise awareness
The Pathologist’s Power List 2023
This year’s Power List features two IBMS members, President Elect Joanna Andrew and Alan Deacon
Introducing Series 3: #IBMSChat Podcast
The first episode of our new podcast series, '#IBMSChat Podcast', is now available to stream on SoundCloud, Spotify and iTunes.
IBMS Registration Training Portfolio going digital
Version 5.0 of the IBMS Registration Training Portfolio will be going live in September using a digital platform
Volunteer Opportunity: The Access Project
Inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists by volunteering with The Access Project
Blue tits nest in pathology gates
A pair of blue tits have chosen the ultimate secure nesting site – the metal gate post of a security gate of a pathology laboratory!