One of the biggest challenges NHSBT (National Health Service Blood and Transplant) faces is a need for more Ro blood group donors. You usually will not know your blood type or subtype until you have given blood for the first time. You may be walking around with a Ro blood subtype and not even…Continue Reading Do you have a Ro blood type and don’t know it?
Fresher’s Fair 2023
A Day to Remember: Our Experience at Brighton Freshers’ Fair On the 28th of September 2023, our student team from the Donor Research group had an incredible opportunity to participate in Brighton Freshers’ Fair. This event not only introduced us to the exciting world of campus activities but also shed light on the importance of…Continue Reading Fresher’s Fair 2023
Donor Research Team’s Advance HE CATE Award Win
Collaborative Excellence in Addressing Healthcare Inequalities In the realm of higher education, the spirit of collaboration often lies at the heart of groundbreaking innovations and transformative change. It is a truth universally acknowledged that teamwork, when fueled by dedication and innovation, can lead to remarkable accomplishments. This sentiment was celebrated in style at the 2023…Continue Reading Donor Research Team’s Advance HE CATE Award Win
Honoring Champions of Organ Donation Awareness at UK Parliament
Donor Research joins Upahaar and Partners at UK Parliament In a momentous event during Organ Donation Week, the University of Brighton’s Donor Research team, represented by Simonne Weeks and student Gunnika, was honored with an award at the UK Parliament. This recognition celebrated their exceptional contributions to raising awareness about organ donation, particularly among South…Continue Reading Honoring Champions of Organ Donation Awareness at UK Parliament
THINK PINK FOR ORGAN DONATION WEEK 2023
Donor Research Champions Help To Uni of Brighton Turn Pink for Organ Donation Week 2023 The University of Brighton is shining a light on the importance of organ donation this September by turning the Moulsecoomb campus pink. As part of Organ Donation Week (18-24 Sept 2023), councils, businesses, hospitals, and community groups nationwide are joining…Continue Reading THINK PINK FOR ORGAN DONATION WEEK 2023
Chemist turned Health and Safety Advisor Shares Her Passion for Blood and Organ Donation
An Interview with Nicky Arnold on the Importance of Giving Blood and Saving Lives Chemist turned health and safety advisor, Nicky Arnold, has been working at the University of Brighton for over eight years. She supports academic schools and other departments with managing health and safety concerns, specifically working with the Schools of Applied…Continue Reading Chemist turned Health and Safety Advisor Shares Her Passion for Blood and Organ Donation
Broadening the Reach of Anatomy Education
In December 2022, a few of the Donor Research Team had the privilege of attending Professor Claire Smith’s inaugural lecture, The Silent Teacher, at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS). The lecture outlined Professor Smith’s experience of teaching anatomy and how important body donation is to anatomy education. This was highlighted by the number…Continue Reading Broadening the Reach of Anatomy Education
Let’s Talk About Donation: Uni of Brighton Team Wins UK CATE Award!
We’re over the moon to share some fantastic news with you! Our team at the University of Brighton just won a national award for our work in tackling the shortage of blood and organ donors in the UK. How brilliant is that? We were honoured with the Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE), which is…Continue Reading Let’s Talk About Donation: Uni of Brighton Team Wins UK CATE Award!
Urgent Need: Blood Donors Save Lives in UK A&E Departments
When medical emergencies strike, every moment is precious. In the Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments across the UK, the availability of life-saving blood can mean the difference between life and death. This blog post highlights the critical role of blood donors in supporting A&E departments during life-or-death situations. Join us in making a life-saving difference…Continue Reading Urgent Need: Blood Donors Save Lives in UK A&E Departments
Donor Research Academics Transform Nursing Education With Service-User Feedback
Understanding a patient’s sickle cell experience will better prepare pre-reg nurses for the NHS In follow up to Swetha Kalaimani’s interesting interview with Stephanie George, Vice Chair of Red Cells R Us the nursing academics in the Donor Research team have continued to collaborate with Stephanie. Rebecca Craig and Charlotte Humphris deliver education and training…Continue Reading Donor Research Academics Transform Nursing Education With Service-User Feedback