🧠 Could HRT influence memory and thinking during menopause? BSMS researchers are seeking UK women aged 40–60 who are about to start HRT for a study exploring cognition and genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease. 🎁 £20 voucher for taking part. 🔗 bit.ly/3UokWpJ

We're pleased to welcome Dr Daniel Argaw Dagne from the World Health Organisation to our Current Stories in Global Health event this Thursday. Welcome to all and free - register below. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/current-st... #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #NTDs

🌍 Good news for global health research: @wellcometrust.bsky.social has renewed funding for the CREATE doctoral fellowship programme. Led by @lshtm.bsky.social, the five-year programme will support 50 PhD fellows from the UK, Africa & Asia, with BSMS continuing as a key partner. 🔗 bit.ly/473wYaO

🧬💻 Can computer simulations help find the right cancer treatment? Join Prof Simon Mitchell for his inaugural lecture exploring virtual tumours & personalised medicine. 📅 19 Nov | 6.30pm 📍 University of Sussex 🎟️ Free and open to all: bit.ly/4hB94s7

How can a "patient-centred" and "evidence-based" NHS ensure its workers are helped to know what these things mean? @bsmsmedschool.bsky.social is providing answers and practical support. More here: preview-bsms-brighton-uni.cloud.contensis.com/Preview/1/ab... @jessiecunnett.bsky.social

The 2025 cohort of Leadership and Education Fellows (LEFs) celebrated the completion of their fellowship year on 22 September, showcasing projects that have improved patient care, enhanced simulation-based training and supported better experiences for doctors in training 🎉

🎓 A warm welcome to the newest members of the BSMS postgraduate community! Around 100 postgraduate taught students joined us for induction day. We look forward to supporting you on your HE journey. ⚕️ #PostgraduateStudy #WelcomeWeek #HigherEducation #StudentExperience #MedicalEducation

BSMS’ Dr Kate Pitt has helped launch Liver Smart, a free eLearning module for community healthcare professionals. Funded by ARC KSS & co-designed with people with lived experience, it covers liver health, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment & support. 👉 www.fairhealth.org.uk/course/liver...

🌍 BSMS is hosting a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing, exploring the impact of climate change on health and healthcare, on Wednesday 14 October, 6–8pm. Find out more: bit.ly/4gT8QgO

📢 Students studying at Sussex sixth forms & colleges who apply to medicine at BSMS will now be guaranteed an interview, subject to eligibility criteria. The initiative reflects our commitment to supporting local students and helping aspiring doctors study closer to home Learn more: bit.ly/4rofD5F

🎓 Interested in a funded PhD on healthy ageing in trans & non-binary adults? This is a 3.5-year NIHR ARC KSS-funded PhD studentship! 🇬🇧 UK students only 📅 Apply by: 26 October 👥 Supervisors: Professor Dunx Shrewbury, Dr Nina Lockwood & Dr Elle Whitcroft. Apply and find out more 🔗 bit.ly/4xJVVTP

🌍 How can social sciences help tackle inequities linked to neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)? Join Current Stories in Global Health! 📅 22 Oct | 🕓 4–5:30pm 💻 Free online event 🎤 WHO keynote 💬 Panel & Q&A 📚 New NTDs special collection Book here🎟️ bit.ly/4qeKqkF

📢 New: Patient and Carer Experience: Delivering Safe, Equitable, High-Quality Care. A three-part online CPD course helping healthcare professionals listen to, understand and act on patient and carer experiences to improve care. 🔗 bit.ly/4qMYQc9 www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbQD...

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BSMS’ Centre for Equitable Global Health Research (CEGHR) will be represented at the RSTMH Annual Meeting, 15–16 Oct in London. Dr Gemma Aellah & Prof Getnet Tadele will present: “The Golden Goose Problem: What Can We Do When Structures Are Against Us?” 🔗 bit.ly/3SkROyF

BSMS’ Centre for Equitable Global Health Research (CEGHR) will be represented at the RSTMH Annual Meeting, 15–16 Oct in London. Dr Gemma Aellah & Prof Getnet Tadele will present: “The Golden Goose Problem: What Can We Do When Structures Are Against Us?” 🔗https://bit.ly/3SkROyF

📢 HIV & Ageing: 2nd Annual Meeting 📅 2 Oct 2026 📍 Midland Hotel, Manchester Join this one-day event bringing together healthcare professionals, allied professionals & community members to improve care for people ageing with HIV. More info & book 🔗 ageinghiv.co.uk

🎉 Congratulations to Professor Mike Okorie on receiving a 2026 National Teaching Fellowship from @advancehe.bsky.social! 🏆 A fantastic achievement, recognising his exceptional impact on student outcomes and the teaching profession. 👏 More 🔗 bit.ly/4fYrVfS @uniofbrighton.bsky.social @sussex.ac.uk

A new study by BSMS and Meat Free Monday found that eating less meat is easier when you don't do it alone. 🌱 The research suggests that lasting dietary change is shaped not just by personal choices, but by the people we eat and live with. 💚 Learn more: bit.ly/4h67jo5

🎓 @sussex.ac.uk has awarded Toni Crews a posthumous honorary degree for her remarkable contribution to medical education, research & cancer awareness. By donating her body to science before her death, Toni has helped educate almost 10,000 students. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/45sjZhY

🎓 Applications are open for a funded #PhD at BSMS with @arckss.bsky.social. Explore inequalities in women's participation in NHS cancer screening using linked health & care data, evidence review and qualitative research. ⏰ Apply by Fri 4 Sept 2026 Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4fOk6cG

🎓 Funded PhD: @ Brighton and Sussex Medical School, supported by NIHR ARC Kent, Surrey & Sussex. 'Could linked data help more women access cancer screening' will explore inequalities in NHS cancer screening. ⏰ Apply by Fri 4 Sept 2026 👉 More details tinyurl.com/3jjtf4uk #PhDOpportunity

🎓 Our postgraduate students have given BSMS a strong vote of confidence in #PTES2026! 🌟 Satisfaction increased across almost every area, with four programmes achieving 100% student satisfaction.👏 Read more 🔗 bit.ly/3TfcUyu #BSMS #PostgraduateTeaching #HigherEducation

🎉 We are delighted to be celebrating excellent #NSS2026 results, including 🥈2nd in the UK for Student Voice, 🎓6th for Teaching & Learning Opportunities and 💙2nd for mental wellbeing support. Thank you to our students, staff & NHS partners!👏 Read more: bit.ly/4pzLorD

📢 1/5 UK university students show signs of severe social withdrawal, according to a new BSMS study. 🧠 The findings highlight the need for earlier identification and support for students experiencing hikikomori-like behaviour. Read more about the study🔗 bit.ly/4foLFsz

📅 Excited for Day 2 of #MenstruationConf2026! After a fantastic first day yesterday, we are looking forward to more research, conversations & collaborations with inspiring colleagues from across the #menstrualhealth community. 🌍 #menstrualresearch

🌍 Today we're welcoming delegates to the #MenstruationConf202 at BSMS! Researchers from 66 countries join for one of the largest menstruation research conferences. 🤝 Here's to two days of collaboration and advancing menstrual health research. #WomensHealth #MedicalResearch

🌟 Meet Emily McLean-Inglis, Assistant Director of Professional Services at BSMS. 💬"It’s both fascinating and a privilege to work with so many brilliant people." ➡️Read Emily's story & learn more about her role, career path & professional development: bit.ly/4uNeEw2

🚨 Academics are calling on the UK Government to regulate toxic chemicals in period products at one of the world's largest-ever menstrual health conferences. A core theme of #MenstruationConf2026 is the design, health & sustainability of period products. 🔗 bit.ly/44MVmMt

🎉 SimNet 2026 welcomed 150 delegates from across the South East to explore The Power of Simulation in a New NHS Era. 💡 With inspiring keynotes, 41 digital posters, and £272 raised for Rockinghorse Children's Charity, thank you to everyone who made the day a success! 👏 #SimNet2026 #NHS

🧠 The Time for Dementia team at BSMS united students, people living with dementia, carers & partners for its annual symposium. 💬The event explored diverse perspectives on dementia & highlighted how shared learning helps shape compassionate, patient-centred future clinicians.