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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🔬 From PhD to CEO Join Dr Zoe Hewitt for the next BSGCT online seminar, exploring her career journey from research to entrepreneurship. 📅 24 September | 13:00–14:00 BST 💻 Online 👉 Register: bsgct.org/event/bsgct-...

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🔬 Could you be a BSGCT mentor? Share your experience and help an early-career gene and cell therapy professional take their next career step. 📅 Apply by 30 November 2026. Find out more: bsgct.org/mentoring-sc... #BSGCT #Mentoring

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

The BSGCT August newsletter is out. This month: the BSGCT Annual Conference 2027, Scientific Writing Competition spotlights, our 2026 Award winner interviews, the latest PPE Talk, School & Public Engagement Day 2027 and BEYOND postdoctoral opportunities. Catch up with the latest. bsgct.org/login/

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

The BSGCT Annual Conference returns in 2027, bringing together researchers, clinicians and industry experts to showcase cutting-edge research, clinical advances and innovation in gene and cell therapy. Programme, speakers and exhibitor information will be announced soon. #BSGCT2027

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Join us today at 6:30pm for a free BSGCT talk with Dr Benjamin Jevans on developing stem cell therapies for Hirschsprung disease. Register now. bsgct.org/event/bsgct-...

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Congratulations to Jasmine Ardeleanu, runner-up in the BSGCT Scientific Writing Competition 2026. Her article explores how gene therapy is transforming treatment for children with SCID. Read more on our website.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Join BSGCT for an online seminar with Dr Benjamin Jevans on how stem cell therapies are developed from lab research to clinical treatment. 🗓️ Wed 29 July 2026 ⏰ 18:30–19:15 BST 💻 Online Register here: bsgct.org/event/bsgct-...

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Congratulations again to Professor Mimoun Azzouz, recipient of the BSGCT Outstanding Achievement Award at this year’s Annual Conference. In this interview, Professor Azzouz reflects on his career and shares his insights into the future of gene and cell therapy. 🎥 Watch the full interview below

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Professor Mimoun Azzouz | BSGCT Outstanding Achievement Award Interview

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

The BSGCT Pilot Research Grant 2026 is now open! This funding call supports postdoctoral researchers in gene and cell therapy to explore new ideas, generate preliminary data, and build toward larger grants. Up to £5,000 | 12 months Deadline: 31 July 2026 (5pm) Submit: admin@bsgct.org

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

We’re excited to welcome you to BSGCT Annual Conference 2026! Check out the programme to see what to expect 👇

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

The BSGCT PPIE Award 2026 goes to Tia Papoutselou for leading patient engagement at Rinri Therapeutics, shaping Rincell-1 with input from the hearing loss community—recognised as exemplary by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

The British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Annual Conference starts tomorrow! 🎉 We’re excited to welcome the community to Newcastle for inspiring science, collaboration, and networking. See you there! 👋

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

🎤 Speaker announcement 🎤 We’re pleased to welcome Dr Emile van den Akker to the BSCGT Annual Conference! Advancing lab-grown blood cells and gene therapies for disorders like SCD and thalassemia. Book here: bsgct.org/annual-conference/register

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Steve Howe has received the BSGCT Services to the Society Award for his longstanding contributions—Board member (2008–14), conference organiser, and champion of collaborations and engagement.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Have you booked your place at the British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Annual Conference yet? 👀 Don’t miss out on cutting-edge science, networking, and collaboration in gene & cell therapy. 🎟️ Register now: bsgct.org/annual-conference

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Professor Mimoun Azzouz has won the BSGCT Outstanding Achievement Award for pioneering gene therapy. At the University of Sheffield, he’s secured £34M+, advanced neurological treatments, co-founded biotech firms, and trained 80+ scientists.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

🎤 Speaker announcement 🎤 We’re pleased to welcome Professor Shareen Forbes to the BSCGT Annual Conference! Advancing islet transplantation and next-generation therapies for Type 1 diabetes. Book here: bsgct.org/annual-conference/register

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

The British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Annual Conference is happening next week! 🎉 Join us in Newcastle for cutting-edge science, networking, and collaboration across gene & cell therapy. 🎟️ Last chance to register: bsgct.org/annual-conference

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

🎤 Speaker announcement 🎤 We’re pleased to welcome Dr Efstratia Papoutselou to the BSCGT Annual Conference! Advancing first-in-human trials and patient-led approaches in hearing loss therapies. Book here: bsgct.org/annual-conference/register

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We’re excited to host the British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Annual Conference at the Frederick Douglass Centre! 📍 A modern, award-winning venue in the heart of Newcastle—perfect for collaboration, science & networking. 📅 15–17 April 2026 🎟️ bsgct.org/annual-conference

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

🎤 Speaker announcement 🎤 We’re pleased to welcome Professor James Shaw to the BSCGT Annual Conference! A leader in diabetes and islet transplantation, advancing stem cell therapies to restore insulin production. Book here: bsgct.org/annual-conference/register

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Just 1 week to go until the British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy Annual Conference! We’re looking forward to welcoming the community to Newcastle for cutting-edge science, networking, and collaboration. Final chance to register: bsgct.org/annual-confe...

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Florian T. Merkle, PhD @florianmerkle.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Undergrads seeking summer research experience in gene or cell therapy: there's a *paid opportunity* from @bsgct.bsky.social! Please apply before 27th Feb. Please see bsgct.org/undergraduate/ for details. Please repost to help spread the word - thanks!

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

✍️ Call for entries: BSGCT Science Writing Competition 2026 Submit original, accessible articles (700–1000 words) on gene therapy or cell therapy. 🏆 Prizes • £250 winning cash prize • Publication on the BSGCT blog 🗓 Deadline: 5pm, Friday 27 March 2026 More information: bsgct.org/science-writ...

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Join us in Newcastle for BSGCT2026!💫 Don’t delay–submit your abstract while you register and take advantage of early bird rates: bsgct.org/annual-confe... We welcome submissions from #academics, #clinicians, #industry researchers & #innovators across a wide range of themes and session formats.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Congratulations to the @merthyrscience.bsky.social team on a successful Merthyr Science Festival 2025! We are proud to support this event, where 6 hours of #STEM activities were delivered to >200 visitors from across the Welsh Valleys. We look forward to supporting MSF2026! #ScienceEngagement

A large church with science stalls and posters, and lots of visitors walking around.

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Just 1 week left to apply for a £500 BSGCT #Travel #Award for conferences in October - January (inclusive), to present your research at national/international meetings in the #Gene and #Cell #Therapy space! ✍️ Apply by 31st July 2025, awards will be made in August: bsgct.org/travel-bursa...

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

🚨 The BSGCT Annual Conference is THIS WEEK! The full conference timetable is available at the BSGCT website, with the added excitement of parallel #GeneTherapy and #CellTherapy sessions this year! Which one would you attend..? 🔗 There is still time to register, but make it quick: lnkd.in/e8N_CMaG

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

🎉 Join us for a fun-filled pre-conference BBQ & ceilidh band from 6:00pm on 19th June. Meet fellow delegates, engage with BSGCT members, and enjoy a relaxed evening of food and fun. Register: bsgct.org/annual-confe... #BSGCT2025 #PreConferenceEvent #BBQ #CeilidhBand #Networking #ScienceCommunity

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

The BSGCT 2025 annual conference is being hosted by Royal Holloway University of London! it is not too late to register and join us on Fri 20th June: bsgct.org/annual-confe... #BSGCT2025 #RoyalHolloway #ConferenceVenue #Networking #GeneTherapy #CellTherapy #ScientificInnovation #AnnualConference

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British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy @bsgct.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Give us a follow @BSGCT to stay up to date with gene and cell therapy news, plus all the society's updates and activities...

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