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25% drop in medical clinical academics aged under 36 (2024–25

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45% of UK health/life sciences research judged world-leading
164% rise in inward investment (2023–24), now £2.1bn

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£146.9bn turnover generated from UK life sciences industry (2023/24)
360k employed by UK life sciences businesses

White text on indigo background that reads: "Better measurement is how we turn good intentions into better patient outcomes" Rosalind Campion, CEO

Quote from Prof Stefano Pluchino that reads: “This election is a great honour and huge responsibility to foster inclusive science.” and Charlotte Allerton that reads: “I am honoured to join the Fellowship and together advance science into real world impact.”

Quote from Prof Samra Turajlic that reads: “It brings me great pride to continue the pursuit of cross-disciplinary research.” and Prof Giles Yeo that reads: “I look forward to being part of the Academy’s mission to advance medical science for all.”

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Dr Velia Siciliano, Panel speaker and Principal Investigator at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), next to a quote that reads: "The UK has been a true pioneer in engineering biology. Its leadership continues to catalyze the emergence of strong synthetic biology nodes across Europe towards a more connected and impactful European bioeconomy."

An image of Professor Paul Freemont, panel speaker and Co-founder of the Imperial College Centre for Synthetic Biology and Innovation, next to a quote that reads: "This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the rapid advances in engineering biology applied to healthcare."

White text on navy blue background that reads: Why attend? Hear from Professor Susan Rosser, a leader in synthetic biology, Put your questions to the experts in an interactive panel discussion, Connect with those turning engineering biology into real‑world health solutions

White text on navy blue background that reads: Join our FORUM Sir Colin Dollery Lecture to explore how engineering biology is reshaping healthcare, Edinburgh, Tuesday 2 June

Professor Paul Freemont next to a quote that reads: "This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the rapid advances in engineering biology applied to healthcare. With the rapid convergence of AI, automation and biomedical sciences, we are at a tipping point of opportunity and discovery that will provide new therapies and knowledge on disease mechanisms. "

Academy Professorship Scheme awardee, Professor Philip Shaw, next to a quote that reads: "Be bold, come up with your best idea, event if it's a seed - put it forward and build on it ambitiously."

Springboard awardee Dr Jan Vollert next to a quote that reads: "This is a step change in my career trajectory, one that hopefully will lead to better pain prevention and treatment in the UK."

Springboard awardee Dr Amy Lloyd next to a quote that reads: "The Springboard award will enable me to address critical, yet underexplored questions surrounding women’s health in neurodegenerative diseases."

Springboard awardee Dr Rodrigo Vitorio next to a quote that reads: "The Springboard support will enable me to take a crucial next step in understanding how tDCS can be optimised and personalised for people with Parkinson's."

President of the Academy, Professor Andrew Morris, next to a quote that reads: "Getting effective treatments to patients faster is what matters most, and the approval of new medicines as a direct result of these changes shows that this arrangement can make a real difference to people and families."

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Dr Roxanne Keynejad, former Starter Grant awardee, next to a quote that reads: "My Starter Grant has provided vital bridging funds to strengthen my research partnerships and collaboratively develop post-doctoral funding proposals."

Professor Shakila Thangaratinam FMedSci, Vice President (International) at the Academy of Medical Sciences, next to a quote that reads: "Investment in clinical research is an economic and public health necessity but talented researchers can only thrive when the system is in place to support them."

Dr Bahijja Raima-Abraham, Cross-Sector Experience Awardee, next to a quote that reads: "Cross-sector collaboration is essential to life sciences. It unites diverse expertise to create impactful solutions to global health challenges."

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Dr Robert McCutcheon, former Starter Grant awardee, next to a quote that reads: "Obtaining a Starter Grant was an excellent way to get my project off the ground, and really helped with obtaining subsequent funding."

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Professor Rosalind Smyth CBE FMedSci, VP (Clinical), Academy of Medical Sciences, next to a quote that reads: "What matters isn’t following a prescribed path but finding opportunities that align with your interests and developing them systematically."

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Professor Jim Naismith, VP (Non-Clinical) at the Academy of Medical Sciences, next to a quote that reads: "By working with the NHSA as a regional hub, we're bringing people together across sectors and career stages, and supporting new ways of working."

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Professor Rosalind Smyth FMedSci, VP (Clinical) of the Academy, next to a quote that reads: "The Russell Group’s briefing rightly recognises the importance of clinical academics in delivering healthcare, driving innovation and supporting economic growth. Collaboration between universities, the NHS and industry is essential to reversing the decline in numbers."

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Professor Philip Shaw. Image credit: Claire Ballard

Dr Hannah Crane, Starter Grants Awardee, next to a quote that reads: "Patients with lived experience are excellently placed to advise on the importance of the research questions, and how suitable the methods are, making it as accessible as possible."

Adam Galloway, CATAC 2025 poster competition runner-up, next to a quote that reads: "CATAC was a brilliant chance to share my PhD work, meet other clinical academics, and, as an allied health professional, feel genuinely welcomed into the Academy of Medical Sciences community."

Professor Helena Legido-Quigley, AMS Professorship awardee, next to a quote that reads: "The AMS Professorship has enabled me to mentor the next generation of researchers, ensuring continued progress in health systems science."

Professor Grant Trewartha, Cross-Sector Experience Awardee, next to a quote that reads: "The Award has provided the unique space to experience new environments, prioritise career development and create a collaboration built on solid foundations."

Dr Soma Meran, SUSTAIN awardee and Clinical Reader, Nephrology at Cardiff University, next to a quote that reads: "Researchers need support and networks and for me that’s what the Academy provides. Of all the leadership programmes I’ve been through, SUSTAIN was undoubtedly the best. I’m so grateful to those who make it possible, and I hope it will continue for generations to come."

Prof Andrew Morris CBE FRSE PMedSci, Academy President, next to a quote that reads: "We welcome the Government’s intention to increase investment in medicines. This move better reflects the true value and benefit that medical science brings to patient care by supporting faster, fairer access to innovative treatments."

Professor Rosalind Smyth CBE FMedSci, Vice President (Clinical) of the Academy of Medical Sciences, next to a quote that reads: “Lifting the two-child benefit cap will help hundreds of thousands of children and the Child Poverty Strategy presents a crucial opportunity to build on this. Child poverty has devastating health consequences that begin before birth and compound throughout life – affecting physical and mental health, education and development and their access to healthcare. If we are to make real progress in breaking down the barriers to opportunity for every child and improve lifelong health, the Government must lead a genuine, coordinated effort to address the root causes of poverty.”

Report co-chair Professor Sarah-Jayne Blakemore FRS FBA FMedSci, Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge, next to a quote that reads: “The evidence is compelling. Individual health issues – whether poor nutrition, respiratory problems or mental health challenges – cannot be effectively tackled without addressing the underlying poverty that drives them. Schools are doing their best to support children, but they’re meeting the health consequences of poverty every day and cannot fix these structural inequalities alone. It requires cross-government collaboration, with health, education, housing and social policy working together if we’re serious about giving every child the opportunity to thrive.”

Professor Andrew Morris, Academy President, next to a quote that reads: "This five-year agreement with Wellcome is about building a workforce that can turn scientific discoveries into better patient care."

Professor Marc Dewey, AMS Professorships Scheme awardee, next to a quote that reads: "We are aiming to predict and prevent heart disease earlier than ever. The AMS Professorship will support turning this vision into a reality."

Researchers presenting and discussing their work at the Academy of Medical Sciences’ 2025 Clinical Academics in Training Annual Conference.

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Promotional graphic for the Academy of Medical Sciences and The Lancet International Health Lecture 2025 that reads: “Lessons from Africa: health diplomacy in HIV prevention. Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim FRS, Associate Scientific Director, Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA). Tuesday 4 November 2025 at 15:30 (GMT). In person, London and online.” On the right is an image of Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim, smiling and wearing glasses and a black top

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