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‘Super elastic’ springs used in world-first surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital

8 Sep 2026, 8 a.m.

Surgeons at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH) have carried out world-first surgery using innovative super elastic springs which can offer a safer and more effective treatment for a rare skull condition.

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From staff idea to global innovation: Taking the next step towards improving patient safety

7 Sep 2026, 2:59 p.m.

A simple idea developed by a GOSH clinician has secured a commercial partner.

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Four research projects receive funding to improve understanding and treatment of childhood cancer

4 Sep 2026, 11:40 a.m.

Researchers at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health (UCL GOS ICH) have received funding from The Little Princess Trust for four childhood cancer research projects.

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New study brings hope for children with rare life-threatening kidney disease

27 Aug 2026, 9:19 a.m.

New research funded by Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity), LifeArc and Kidney Research UK has taken an important step towards developing a new treatment for serious genetic kidney diseases affecting children.

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Building the next generation of paediatric research leaders

17 Aug 2026, 3:32 p.m.

From early career clinicians to emerging scientists, the NIHR GOSH Biomedical Research Centre (BRC)’s Academic Training Weekend is shaping the future of paediatric research - bringing together talent, expertise and ambition from across the UK.