Have you ever wondered what happens to samples used in research?
The KHP Centre for Translational Medicine is inviting people living with a lung condition to take part in a unique behind-the-scenes experience:
Science is Open: A Photo Journey of Research Lab Samples
This is a rare opportunity to:
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Go inside a working research laboratory
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Learn how lung samples are processed and studied
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Capture the experience through photography
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Help tell the story of research from a patient perspective
📍 When and Where?
Date: Monday 16th February
Time: Afternoon (exact timing provided after registration)
Location: Central London – Lab tour at Guy’s Hospital (London Bridge)
🔬 On the Day You Will:
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Tour a research lab at Guy’s Hospital
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Hear directly from researchers about how lung tissue samples are handled and studied
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Take photographs during the visit (you will be provided with a simple, easy-to-use camera)
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Receive guidance from a professional photographer
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Help create a visual story to share with other lung health communities
No previous research or photography experience is needed — just bring yourself.
💷 Reimbursement
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Travel expenses will be covered
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Payment for your time: £27.50 per hour (NIHR standard rate)
✉ How to Express Interest
To register your interest, please email Emily and include:
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A few sentences about your experience with lung health
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Why you would like to be involved
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Why you feel your perspective is important
Email Emily to express your interest.
Places are limited and events like this do not come around often.
🌍 Other Opportunities
The team are also running similar events for people living with:
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Cancer
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Arthritis
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Cardiovascular conditions
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Child and maternal health conditions
If any of these areas are of interest to you, your friends, or family members, please contact Emily for further details.
Event organised by the KHP Centre for Translational Medicine
Shared with thanks to Catherine, Senior Research Impact Officer, Asthma + Lung UK.
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