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New method can diagnose lung cancer tissue quicker

11 June, 2026CIR

Researchers (Akram lab) have developed a new imaging technique combined with AI that can accurately…

Two circles (patient sample on left and AI-generated image on right). Almost identical, showing blue staining in patterns on tissue

Celebrating research, innovation and impact at the IRR Symposium 2026

10 June, 2026

In a celebration of research and innovation, the Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR)…

Audience members listen to presentations at the IRR Symposium 2026

Hilary Critchley to co-lead clinical trial for heavy menstrual bleeding

02 June, 2026CRH

Researchers from the Centre for Reproductive Health and the University of Aberdeen have been…

Close-up photo of a woman's Hands. One holds a small white pill and the other holds a small glass of water.

Workshop to celebrate ageing through interdisciplinary dialogue

28 May, 2026CIR

Dr Sofia Ferreira (IRR Group Leader) co-led a workshop that brought together an interdisciplinary…

Lively and positive group discussion around a table

Prof Vendrell receives the Spanish Royal Society of Chemistry Award for Research Excellence

26 May, 2026CIR

IRR Group Leader, Prof Marc Vendrell, has been recognised by the Society, receiving the Excellence…

Marc Vendrell headshot

Cell therapy for liver disease shows long-term benefits

25 May, 2026CRM

The 4 year follow up of the MATCH clinical trial shows long-term benefits of macrophage cell…

AI generated image of liver disease

Disease experts join study of Andes hantavirus

25 May, 2026CIR

UK network to study information and samples from patients following infection outbreak on cruise…

Scientist looking down a microscope and holding well-plate

IRR Innovator Competition 2026 winner

25 May, 2026

Finalists pitched their projects to our expert panel on Tuesday 19th of May and a winner was…

Andrew McBryde, Dan Edwards, Becca Belmonte, and Marcin Kedziera stand in front of a yellow wall and a pop-up banner. Dan is holding a glass trophy

Forum strengthens global pandemic preparedness

25 May, 2026CIR CRH

An initiative led by Edinburgh researchers, including those in IRR, will help the world prepare…

EPRF logo showing a network of different coloured balls connected with a single line

IRR researchers elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences

18 May, 2026CIR CRH

The Academy of Medical Sciences has elected Professors Richard Anderson and Manu Shankar-Hari as…

Headshots of Manu and Richard with AMS logo between them