Kidney Research UK

Have you heard about NURTuRE? Let Professor Maarten Taal tell you more. Interested in learning more and applying? Click here: https://bit.ly/4d60lKI

🚨 Calling transplant researchers – the 2024 Professor Michael Nicholson Awards now open! We are seeking applications from UK-based researchers to drive innovation and build expertise and capacity in kidney transplant science. Grants available include standalone research projects and startup grants, transplant surgeon PhD fellowships and PhD studentships to help drive innovations in transplant science. Closing date is 16 October. For more information and to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/3Kio8uS

We are hiring a philanthropy manager. Working within the philanthropy and partnerships team, the next manager will have strong communications skills to build and maintain key relationships with new and existing donors. You will develop personal relationships by understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored communications, and creating a bespoke donor journey. Additionally, you will strategically plan how to increase our philanthropic income over the next few years. If this sounds like your next challenge, head to the link below to apply https://bit.ly/4dhNe9h Closing date: Monday 12 August #recruitment #jobs

A new book designed to support children with chronic kidney disease has been launched at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The Get Better Books were created by a multidisciplinary team from the hospital, including renal nurses and play workers, to help children prepare for their kidney treatment journey. With additional funding from Quadrant Events and Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, these playful, interactive books use a fun approach to show what to expect at different stages of kidney treatment, helping to reduce anxiety. Birmingham Children’s Hospital will provide each child with a copy, along with felt tips and a ‘My Kidney Journey’ drawstring bag. The book can be used by children and their families to discuss the treatments they may need at various stages of their journey. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3YeSgPs #KidneyDisease #KidneyResearch

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🎉 New grant success! Dr Helen Weavers from the University of Bristol has received a PhD studentship grant of £100,000 to develop kidney research methods. We know health and social impacts such as diabetes, smoking, and age could be contributing factors to kidney disease, but less is known about the biological processes involved. It is important to understand this better so more research can be done in how to target these issues. Read more about Helen’s work here: https://bit.ly/4d5bTh4

🚨 Master’s degree scholarship opportunity! Our joint Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) masters scholarship funding supports MSc Scholars with an interest in kidney disease, to carry out real-world health data research. Applications close 22 July and MSc studies will commence in September. For more information and to apply, visit HDR UK: https://bit.ly/3xRJTyI

We are honoured to share Farzana’s #kidney and #pancreas #transplant story to mark the start of #SouthAsianHeritageMonth. Farzana’s life took a drastic turn on her 12th birthday when she was diagnosed with diabetes. For the next 23 years, she lived with the daily struggles that followed. A shoulder injury led to medication that caused a dangerous drop in her blood sugar levels, resulting in hospitalisation. During this time, she was also diagnosed with stage four chronic kidney disease, with her kidney function plummeting to just 30%. In May 2021, Farzana’s world changed forever when she received a call that a donor was available from a young gentleman who had tragically passed away in his 40s. After seven hours in the operating theatre, and three days in the intensive care unit, Farzana realised she had been given a new lease of life and a second chance to live fully. Reflecting on her emotional journey, Farzana shares: “Today, as I write this whilst ugly crying, I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for the gift I've been given. My thanks extend to every organ donor and their families. Their selflessness has changed my life, and other patients’ lives, forever. In their memory, I'm committed to spreading awareness about organ donation, ensuring that hope continues to shine for others in need.” Read her full, inspiring story here: https://bit.ly/3zKKF0S

Are you involved in renal research or care? Have you signed up for Driving Discoveries? Don't miss our two-day conference! We'll cover the newly published "Time to Act: A New Review of Kidney Health Inequalities," explore collaboration opportunities, and listen to feedback from patients. confirmed speakers include Professor Claire Sharpe, Dr Maria Kaisar, Professor Nick Selby, Dr Will Herrington, Dr Louise Oni and Dr Samira Bell. For the full programme please see https://bit.ly/3PlGlaS Be a driving force in kidney research by attending our event. Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/3PlGlaS

It is time to act. We are urgently calling for action to address the social and economic inequalities that put certain individuals at a higher risk of kidney disease. These inequalities can prevent patients from receiving the appropriate care and treatment they desperately need. In our new report, Time To Act: A New Review of Kidney Health Inequalities, we highlight some alarming facts and statistics. Inequalities relating to age, sex, education, location, and lack of wealth persist and continue to impact and hinder kidney patients. We will be sharing some of these with you over the next few weeks. It is essential that we recognise and take urgent action to eliminate these obstacles. Everyone deserves a fair chance at good kidney health. You can read the full or summarised report here: https://bit.ly/3xWLseB Are you impacted by kidney health inequalities? We would love to hear your voice in the comments. 👇