Healthcare Science Week 2026
9 March 2026
This Healthcare Science Week (9-15 March) we’ll be showcasing the fantastic work of our healthcare scientists, who work across nearly 50 specialisms to help support and shape patient care.
Andrew James Humphries
Head of Medical Device Innovation Services (MDIS)
"Being a healthcare scientist means applying science, engineering and evidence to solve real clinical problems and improve patient care. In my role, I work closely with clinicians, clinical scientists, clinical engineers and clinical technologists to design, develop, test, maintain and govern medical devices and technologies." Read more
Myurah Nathan
Clinical Scientist
"I enjoy the variety my role offers. Most of my time is spent in the Sheffield Children’s Hospital gait lab, where I collect and process 3D motion data. This analysis directly informs clinical decisions such as orthopaedic surgical planning or the prescription of orthotic devices such as insoles or splints." Read more
Andrea Williamson
Medical Physics Expert
"My role is largely related to safety in diagnostic radiology use of radiation - X-rays! There's a lot of legislation related to safe use of radiation, and it's the task of my team to be expert in this - to ensure safe systems and processes. Day-to-day work might include commissioning new radiographic equipment, working with radiology teams when there's an imaging problem, carrying out patient dose analysis - and my favourite, optimisation project work." Read more
Andrew Lumley
Biomedical Scientist
"I work in the haematology, coagulation and transfusion lab, testing patients’ blood for various things. We also ensure the blood is compatible that we select for transfusion. We work 24/7 so someone is always here and always available." Read more
Mark Reeves
Clinical Scientist
"In this profile, Clinical Scientist Mark Reeves explains how a new lightweight wearable device, developed by clinical scientists at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is being tested in a clinical trial to see if it can reduce arm tightness after a stroke." Read more
Holly Freeman
Lead Biomedical Scientist in Biochemistry
"Biomedical scientists in biochemistry analyse a wide variety of sample types to support clinical staff in the diagnosis and management of patients. Despite not having direct contact with patients, the laboratory is an invaluable part of the care pathway, and without accurate and reliable laboratory results, many clinical decisions could not be made." Read more
