Biomedical Research Centre news

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Celebrating 25 years of saving children’s lives with gene therapy

23 Jul 2026, 11:43 a.m.

Marking 25 years since delivering the first ground-breaking gene therapy here at GOSH, having now treated more than 135 children with rare and life-threatening conditions across the world.

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A catalyst to unlock the next generation of research leaders

22 Jul 2026, 4:46 p.m.

The NIHR GOSH Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Fellowships are transforming early-career researchers into independent leaders - driving innovation, attracting millions in funding and shaping the future of paediatric science.

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Landmark decision to screen for spinal muscular atrophy at birth

16 Jul 2026, 3:05 p.m.

Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) is delighted at the announcement that newborn babies in England will be offered screening for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) through the newborn blood spot, or "heel prick", test programme.

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From complex science to clear communication

2 Jul 2026, 11:03 a.m.

Across multiple projects at GOSH, patients, families and young people are playing a vital role in transforming how research is communicated

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Shaping better research from the start

22 Jun 2026, 4:12 p.m.

At GOSH, patient and public involvement is helping researchers to ask the right question, right from the start.

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