July 2026 Bulletin

This issue explores advances in transfusion and transplantation science.

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Editorials

From the Editor

Welcome to the July 2026 issue. It’s been a very busy couple of months.

From the President

Photograph of Dr Bernie Croal who is President of the College (2023-)

A lot has happened in the political world since the last Bulletin was published in April. Andy Burnham will be the next Prime Minister of the UK, and so we must wait for news of his new ministerial team to understand the implications for healthcare policy. Meanwhile, healthcare delivery remains very challenging with no sign of significant improvements across the NHS. The latest waiting times figures for England show another rise – seasonally not unexpected for the month of May, but still in excess after adjustment.

Advances in transfusion and transplantation

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Introducing our theme – Science at the heart of blood, transplantation and patient care

Professor Renata Gomes, Chief Scientific Officer of NHS Blood and Transplant, introduces our theme.

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NIHR Blood and Transplant Research Unit in Precision Cellular Therapeutics

Precision cellular therapeutics are increasingly used to benefit patients.

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Enhancing outcomes for patients and donors: cell, apheresis and gene therapies

James Griffin reviews current progress in cellular and gene therapies and the need for equitable access.

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Safe transfusion for transplant patients

The Serious Hazards of Transfusion team discusses safe transfusion for transplant patients.

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Speeding up the use of routine data in blood transfusion for research, benchmarking and quality improvement: the work of the NIHR Blood and Transplant Research Unit in data-driven transfusion practice

Real patient data is improving transfusion services.

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Blood at the heart of medicine: a convergent model of coagulation and the case for medical haematology

Professor Cheng-Hock Toh CBE delivered the prestigious Medal Lecture at the British Society for Haematology's annual scientific meeting, summarised here for Bulletin readers.

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Xenotransplantation – are we there yet?

Can animal-to-human transplantation reduce transplant waiting lists?

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College news

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20 July 2026

Your new President-Elect, Professor Sarah Coupland

Introducing the next College President.

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20 July 2026

A Green Toolkit for pathology: from awareness to action

Dr Shireen Kassam, the College’s Sustainability Lead for Pathology Practice, introduces the College’s new Green Toolkit.

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20 July 2026

The Pathology Portal achieves 500,000 accesses

Congratulations for the Pathology Portal team’s milestone achievement.

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20 July 2026

Introducing Emma Short, Interim Wales Regional Council Chair

Hear from our new interim Chair for the Wales Regional Council.

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Introducing Dr Alison Watt, Northern Ireland Regional Council Chair

Introducing the new Chair for Northern Ireland.

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On the agenda

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20 July 2026

How to get involved in clinical trials pathology: next-generation pathology for precision medicine

Pathologist input into trialling new precision therapeutics is vital.

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20 July 2026

The new normal – clinical complexity and demand for microbiology advice in a post-COVID-19-pandemic world

An electronic system for requesting microbiology advice has enabled analysis of trends in demand for microbiology advice alongside measures of patient complexity.

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Sharing our subject

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20 July 2026

Using cartoons in medical undergraduate education

How can lecturers offer something more to their students?

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20 July 2026

RCPath Industry Leaders’ Forum – bringing stakeholders together to help advance pathology

Hear about our recent Industry Leaders’ Forum.

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bioMerieux webinar series speakers and chairs

20 July 2026

College hosts webinar series with bioMérieux

Read about our recent webinars hosted with one of our corporate partners.

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20 July 2026

Get involved in National Pathology Week 2026

A preview of this year’s National Pathology Week.

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Training

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From patient to pathologist

John Baxter explains how his experiences as a cancer patient led to a career in pathology.

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20 July 2026

The UK Cardiac Pathology Network – a network after my own heart

The Network’s meetings are invaluable for trainees in cardiac pathology.

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20 July 2026

FRCPath Part 2 paediatric pathology examination – changes afoot!

Learn more about how the Part 2 paediatric pathology examination format will be changing after Autumn 2026.

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The developing landscape of pathology education and educational research

Dr Tomoko Iwata and Dr Ryan Clark discuss teaching development and educational research in pathology.

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People

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Examination results: July 2026

Our congratulations to everyone on their examination results.

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20 July 2026

Who was Dr Joan Horder – the first female forensic pathologist in England?

Read about Dr Joan Horder, the pioneering forensic pathologist.

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20 July 2026

Appreciation: Professor Robert Anthony Weiss

Colleagues pay respects to the late Professor Weiss.

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20 July 2026

Appreciation: Professor Robert (Bob) Flanagan

Caje Moniz celebrates the life and work of Professor Robert Flanagan.

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Trainee Research Medal Award winners 2026

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Trainee Research Medal Awards.

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Reviews and letters

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20 July 2026

Book review: Diagnostic Pathology: Familial Cancer Syndromes, 3rd edition

Dr Sharmila Selvan reviews the latest edition of Familial Cancer Syndromes. By Vania Nosé, Elsevier, 2025, 978-0443-28640-7, 1,008pp, £254.99.

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20 July 2026

Book review: Haematopathology, 4th edition

Dr Ryan Clark reviews the latest edition of Haematopathology, 4th edition. By ED Hsi, SA Wang and JR Goldblum. Elsevier, 2025. 978-0443-10940-9, 800pp, £191.99.

Noticeboard and adverts

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20 July 2026

CPD returns reminder

We kindly remind you to submit your CPD return.

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20 July 2026

CPD-accredited events July–December 2026

Find out details of events that have been accredited for CPD by the College.

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College conferences July–October 2026

We provide a range of educational opportunities across the breadth of pathology. Discover more about the conferences and webinars we offer.

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Legacies

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Disclaimer: authors’ views are personal and are not indicative of College policy, except when a College officer writes in their official capacity. Errors or admissions are the responsibility of the authors alone.