‘Team Scotland’ research collaboration will accelerate CVD breakthroughs
It will be led jointly by co-directors Professor Rachel Myles, Professor of Cardiac Electrophysiology at the University of Glasgow, and Professor David Newby, BHF Duke of Edinburgh Professor of Cardiology, University of Edinburgh.
“We have designed CLANS to have a broad impact from discovery science right through to clinical trials, across a range of cardiovascular disorders. We have also designed it so that patients and the public are a key part of the network so that they can help us shape the impact that comes through our research,” says Professor Myles.
Professor Newby added: “At the moment we are all working separately to a degree, although we do collaborate, but this investment from the BHF will synergise that more.
“It will be a catalyst for us all to work together as a concerted effort – rather than doing it for each of the individual universities - we are Team Scotland, and we are going to come together as CLANS to really deliver the best research.”
It marks an important step in delivering our strategy
Professor Bryan Williams, our Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, said:
“The launch of the BHF Scottish National Cardiovascular Research Network marks an important step in delivering BHF’s research strategy: connecting outstanding cardiovascular researchers, strengthening collaboration across institutions, the local ecosystem and accelerating the journey from discovery to real-world patient benefit.”
Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Chief Scientist (Health) for the Scottish Government welcomed the announcement: “The partnership between the Scottish Government and British Heart Foundation is a strategic investment in Scotland’s cardiovascular research future.
“By bringing together national priorities with BHF’s expertise and support, the Network will strengthen collaboration across academia, the NHS, industry and communities, and help build the capacity and leadership needed for long-term research impact.”
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