From research to real-world impact: The launch of the Academic Centre for Healthy Ageing
We are delighted to celebrate the official launch of the Academic Centre for Healthy Ageing (ACHA) – a new joint initiative between Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen Mary University of London, supported by Barts Charity. Based at Whipps Cross Hospital, ACHA will act as a hub for interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and clinical excellence focused on ageing well. It...
Continue ReadingLaunching the Barts Health Data Platform
The healthcare landscape is undergoing a profound transformation with the integration of advanced data science and AI technologies. Leading this change is Barts Health NHS Trust, one of the largest in the UK, which has launched the Barts Health Data Platform (BHDP) in April 2025. This innovative Secure Data Environment (SDE) service provides access to over 2.5 million identified, pseudoanonymised...
Continue ReadingPartnering up to develop genomic medicine for the next generation
The Generation Study aims to sequence the genomes of up to 100,000 newborns and screen them for over 200 rare and actionable genetic conditions to improve early diagnosis and treatment. This pioneering study, run by Genomics England in partnership with the NHS, reflects years of public consultation, drawing insights from families affected by rare conditions, members of the public, healthcare...
Continue ReadingFrom classroom to career: Barts Life Sciences’ innovative approach to local workforce development
As we celebrate the opening of Barts Life Sciences’ second learning hub in Waltham Forest, we spoke to Andrew Attfield, Associate Director of Public Health for Barts Health NHS Trust, and Agnieszka Wrobel, Healthcare Horizons Programme Manager, who shared their candid thoughts on the urgency of engaging the local community, the pressing need to upskill the future workforce, and how these...
Continue ReadingNew Health and Life Sciences Hub to boost careers and healthcare services in North-East London
A new health and life sciences hub at Waltham Forest College is set to create significant career opportunities, support the local community, and strengthen healthcare services in North-East London. This innovative initiative is part of the Barts Health Futures programme and will help address NHS skills shortages while focusing on improving care for older people. The Hub, which has received...
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