Congress news

2 Dec 2011Jenny Harvey wins kindle in draw for Congress survey

Congratulations to Jenny Harvey from Royal Free Hospital who has won a kindle.

29 Nov 2011Changes in Pathology: Your Views

At Congress this year you may have stopped by the stand, or at least heard an Ali G impersonator inviting the audience to try their hand at smoothie making.

10 Oct 2011Congress 2011 finished - dates for 2013

The Biomedical Science Congress 2011 has now finished. Thanks to all those that made it such a success. Please make a note if your diary for the next Congress which will take place on 23-25 September 2013.

5 Oct 2011BD Macmillan Fundraiser at IBMS Congress

BD Diagnostic Systems were proud to present Macmillian Cancer Support with a sum raised through Congress attendees

28 Sep 2011IBMS CEO Jill Rodney comments at close of Congress

IBMS CEO Jill Rodney comments at close of Congress

27 Sep 2011Images from Congress 2011

Selection of images from the events at IBMS Congress 2011

27 Sep 2011Short posters and papers winners

Congratulations to the the following winners in Tuesday's short papers and posters.

26 Sep 2011IBMS launches good professional practice consultation

The Institute of Biomedical Science has launched good professional practice consultation at Congress.

26 Sep 2011IBMS CEO outlines plans for the Institute

Speaking at her first Congress as Chief Executive of the IBMS, Jill Rodney gave a plenary speech that outlined the IBMS future plans.

26 Sep 2011IBMS President Kenny Rae: official opening address

IBMS President Kenny Rae opened Congress 2011, here is a transcript of his opening address.

26 Aug 2011Congress: previewing three days of science

The most important pathology event of 2011 is now just a matter of days away. If you haven't already done so, register now for this vitally important opportunity to hear the latest scientific and professional information and get your skills, knowledge and career heading in the right direction.

26 Aug 2011Dr Pixie McKenna from 'Embarrassing Bodies' speaking at Congress 2011

Dr Pixie McKenna, presenter of Channel 4's 'Embarrassing Bodies', which shows members of the public obtaining treatment and advice for unusual or embarrassing medical issues, and BBC Three's 'Freaky Eaters' will be heading the Vincent Marks Lecture at IBMS Congress 2011.

26 Aug 2011Innovation, technology and networking at the Exhibition

The exhibition plays a vital role in the total Congress experience, as it combines technology with networking.

25 Aug 2011What is the future of pathology?

It has almost become a stock cliché to describe how pathology is undergoing considerable change. Here we look at how the IBMS’s forthcoming Congress in Birmingham will explore the future of pathology.

18 Aug 2011Debating centralisation in cytology

One of the strongest elements of the cytology programme at Congress has been the debate format which has proved extremely popular (and contentious!) in previous years.

15 Aug 2011Reception for international delegates

The IBMS is hosting a special reception at Congress to welcome all international delegates and foster relationships that will contribute to the development of science, technique and expertise in biomedical science around the world.

15 Aug 2011Cellular pathology examiner forum for the Higher Specialist Diploma

IBMS experts David Muskett, Guy Orchard and Anthony Rhodes will be hosting a special forum on the IBMS's higher specialist diploma at cellular pathology's first session on Tuesday 27 September.

12 Aug 2011Abstracts for Congress 2011 now available

There are a significant number of abstracts which are now available to view online, with more to come.

6 Jun 2011IBMS interactive masterclasses: training and management

The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) is offering a new and exciting training experience for individuals who are looking for something that is directly relevant to their professional practice.

24 May 2011Your question for Higher Specialist Diploma forum

The cellular pathology programme will feature an examiner forum on the IBMS's Higher Specialist Diploma on Tuesday 27 September.

21 May 2011Congress Plenary Session confirmed

Details of the Plenary Session at Congress 2011 have been confirmed by the IBMS.

17 May 2011Breakfast sessions at Congress

The IBMS has released details of its multi-disciplinary breakfast sessions at the forthcoming Biomedical Science Congress.

14 Mar 2011Historical exhibition: Health for Heroes

The theme of this year's historical exhibition by the IBMS History Committee will be A history of military medicine and its contribution to scientific development in clinical diagnosis and treatment.

26 Jan 2011Register with Congress website

The Congress website is now open for registration for facilities in the Congress area including Plan my Congress and the forthcoming online booking and payment.

8 Jan 2011IBMS East Midlands to sponsor delegates

The East Midlands Region of the IBMS will sponsor four IBMS Members, two students / trainees and two biomedical scientists (Band 5 and above) from the East Midlands Region to attend one day at the IBMS Congress in 2011 at the International Conference Centre in Birmingham.

22 Nov 2010Preview: education and management

Next year's programme at Congress will offer something for everyone and, in providing expert speakers in the key areas of education, leadership, quality and management, will meet a key objective of Congress, which is to develop people, recognise achievement and advance biomedical science.

31 Aug 2010Book by end of March for best discount

The biennial IBMS Congress may still be 12 months away but now is the time to add it to your training and development plans. The various discounts available for this premier event in the biomedical science calendar are also worth considering at the earliest opportunity.

9 Jul 2010Congress 2011 dates

Dates for the next IBMS Biomedical Science Congress

4 Jan 2010Congress 2009: a vibrant success

The IBMS has announced attendance figures for the recent Biomedical Science Congress, which clearly demonstrate that the biennial event remains the largest and most influential in laboratory medicine.