09 Jul 2025

IBMS Awards 2025 – celebration, science and standing ovations

The winners of the IBMS Awards 2025 were announced at a dazzling showcase on Friday 4th July, bringing together some of the most inspiring professionals in biomedical science for a truly unforgettable evening at The Brewery in Central London

Hosted for the second year running by Dr Ed Patrick, a practising NHS anaesthetist and stand-up comedian, the event was packed with laughter, powerful stories and emotional moments. Ed’s unique blend of sharp humour and scientific insight made him the perfect host once again, reflecting both the passion and personality of the profession.

The first of two awards for Gayle Johnstone and the team at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary came with the announcement of Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year, a new category created to honour young Harvey’s powerful legacy in public engagement. Gayle accepted the award from Malcolm Robinson, founder of Harvey’s Lab Tours, in an emotional moment that brought huge applause from the audience.

But it was the final award of the night, the prestigious Biomedical Science Champion, that brought the room to its feet. Chosen from all category winners, this overall accolade was awarded to Dumfries and Galloway for their remarkable work in raising public awareness of biomedical science. As Gayle returned to the stage, joined by Malcolm, she received a standing ovation and was met with cheers and tears from across the room; a fitting tribute to the impact of her team’s work and the inspiration behind it.

Gayle said:

I’m completely overwhelmed. This isn’t just about our team in Dumfries and Galloway, it’s about showing the public the heart of our profession. To receive this award, with Malcolm here, in Harvey’s name, means more than words can say. I’m just so proud of what we’ve achieved.

Announcing the winners

Public Engagement

‘Superbugs' Public Engagement Initiative (Dr Jon Tyrrell, Swansea University; Professor Matthias Eberl, Cardiff University) - Microbiology, Infectious Disease, Antimicrobial Resistance

Highly commended:
Michelle Frost - Drink Spiking (Reduction and Toxicology), Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Training & Development

North East and North Cumbria Pathology Alliance Training Academy (PATA)

Partnership Working - sponsored by Source LDPath

NHS Lothian, The Hep C Trust and The Scottish Prison Service - Blood Borne Virus Elimination

Best Use of Research, Innovation or Technology - sponsored by bioMérieux

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - Drink Spiking (Reduction and Toxicology)

Sustainability - sponsored by Sarstedt

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board - Clinical Biochemistry

Educational Institution

Liverpool John Moores University

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

Keele University

Team of the Year - sponsored by Cirdan

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Cellular Pathology Services

Rising Star

Isabel Pallera - Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Highly Commended:
Muneebah Jasat - Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Harvey’s Lab Tour of the Year

Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary - Blood Science

Biomedical Science Leader - sponsored by Medica

Andrea Johnson - Wye Valley NHS Trust

Highly commended:
Dr Guy Orchard - St John's Dermatopathology Laboratory, Synnovis Analytics

Biomedical Science Champion – The Overall Winner

Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary - Blood Science – Harvey’s Lab Tours

The IBMS Awards are a platform to honour the profession’s brightest stars and showcase their extraordinary contributions to science and society. We extend special thanks to our sponsors, our judging panel, and all those who submitted nominations and attended this year’s ceremony.

Social media posts from the event

What an incredible honour to be named finalists in four categories!

Thank you for everyone who made this possible - we're proud, inspired and excited for what's ahead.#IBMSAwards2025 #PatientFocused #Expert #Collaborative #Caring @ImperialNHS pic.twitter.com/5anxQH5cNy
— North West London Pathology (@NwlPathology) July 4, 2025

Table 23 @IBMScience awards is representing Greater Manchester as we are up for Public Engagement, Team of the Year and Inclusivity. #IBMSAwards25 pic.twitter.com/nk8239Bejy
— Greater Manchester Diagnostics Network (@GM_Diagnostics) July 4, 2025

Good luck to everyone at the #IBMSAwards25 today! ð Proud to be representing @medicalbangor @BangorUni — let’s celebrate the incredible work across biomedical science! ð¬ð #TeamBangor #BiomedicalScience pic.twitter.com/o59K5I6cwS
— Bethan Davies-Jones (@BDaviesJones) July 4, 2025

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