RCSEd, supported by the James Weir Foundation, are delighted to announce the inaugural awardees of the newly established James Weir Foundation Research Grants, which seek to provide strong foundations for innovations in scientific research, which directly improves patient care and outcomes in several targeted areas.
Congratulations to the following individuals.
The James Weir Foundation Research Grant in Scottish Research
Mr Luke Farrow
Title: Rethinking theatre ventilation for primary hip and knee arthroplasty: understanding feasibility, patient perspectives and potential environmental impact
Institution: University of Aberdeen & NHS Grampian
The James Weir Foundation Research Grant in ENT Surgery
Mr Jimmy Ng
Title: Changing the Conversation: An Education in ENT Consultation
Institution: NHS Lothian ENT Department
The James Weir Foundation Research Grant in General Surgery
Dr Nesta Baxter
Title: Modelling GORD-Driven Epithelial Transformation Using Novel Patient-Matched Organoids from the Gastric Cardia, Barrett’s Oesophagus and Oesophageal Adenocarcinoma
Institution: University of East Anglia
The James Weir Foundation Research Grant in Orthopeadic Surgery
Mrs Samantha Downie
Title: Development of a novel service and pilot study for hip denervation in patients with metastatic bone disease
Institution: Trauma & Orthopaedic Department, South Sector NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
The James Weir Foundation Research Grant in Dentistry
Bryan Murchie
Title: Understanding the Mechanisms of E-cigarette Aerosol-Induced Dentine Degradation: A Translational in Vitro Study
Institution: Newcastle School of Dental Sciences
For more information on the College’s partnership with the James Weir Foundation click here.