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IBMS newsletter for members
October 2026 - Latest news
News
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New UK Standards for Microbiology Investigations issued
Three updated UK Standards for Microbiology Investigations (UK SMIs) have been issued.
The newly issued documents cover the identification of Streptococcus and Enterococcus species; Staphylococcus, Micrococcus and Rothia species; and Moraxella species and other morphologically similar organisms.
IBMS members contribute their expertise as members of UK SMI panels, while wider panel members also feed into IBMS responses during consultations on these documents.
The newly issued standards are:
- UK SMI ID 4 – Identification of Streptococcus species, Enterococcus species and morphologically similar organisms
- UK SMI ID 7 – Identification of Staphylococcus species, Micrococcus species and Rothia species
- UK SMI ID 11 – Identification of Moraxella species and other morphologically similar organisms
| View the latest UK Standards for Microbiology Investigations |
Updated guidance for suspected sepsis in people aged 16 or over
NICE has updated its guidance for suspected sepsis in people aged 16 or over: recognition, assessment and early management. It includes its recommendations on procalcitonin-guided decision-making.
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Catch up on your CPD with IBMS resources
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Events
The Biomedical Scientist Live 2026
The Biomedical Scientist Live returns on 25 November 2026, bringing together a packed line-up of speakers to discuss some of the most timely and important issues facing the profession.
The online event is free for IBMS members and runs from 12pm–3.30pm GMT.
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Upcoming Events
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Science Council Workshops 2026
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The Science Council are running workshops designed to help you learn more about professional registration and start you on your professional registration journey.
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