Dr. Cosimo Ligorio Recognised for Outstanding Contributions to Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine

We are delighted to share a series of recent achievements from Dr. Cosimo Ligorio, whose research is helping to drive forward new approaches to bioactive material design, stem cell expansion, and regenerative therapies. New Publication in Advanced Materials Dr. Ligorio, in collaboration with Professor Alvaro Mata, has published a significant new article titled: “Functional Biomaterials Through Biocooperation.” ...

Launch of Human Specific Research Regional Communities in Scotland

The Centre for Human Specific Research is launching the first of its Regional Communities — right here in Scotland! In partnership with CeMi and the EPSRC MAINSTREAM Research & Partnership Hub, this initiative aims to build a ...

MAINSTREAM Strategic Board

  On 12th–13th February 2026, the EPSRC MAINSTREAM Research and Partnership Hub convened its Strategic Board, bringing together partners from across the UK for two days of forward‑thinking planning and shared vision setting. The meeting provided space to: Share progress updates from across the Hub’s work packages Review upcoming activities and Centre-wide priorities Strengthen alignment across academic, and industrial ...

Parliamentary Showcase on Human Relevant Science

MAINSTREAM was invited to Westminster for the Parliamentary Showcase on Human Relevant Science. Jonathan Williams University of Strathclyde and Michelle Connolly, University of Glasgow attended on behalf of MAINSTREAM, alongside colleagues from other strategic research programmes, to share work on advancing non-animal technologies, with MPs, scientists, biotech companies, NGOs and charities across the UK. In MAINSTREAM, we are driving Human ...

MAINSTREAM Hub Kick-Off Meeting

Shaping the Future of Stem Cell Manufacturing We were delighted to host the kick-off meeting for MAINSTREAM, the new EPSRC Research and Partnership Hub for health technologies in manufacturing stem cells, led by Professor Matthew Dalby at the University of Glasgow. Backed by £11 million EPSRC funding and an additional £1.5 million in partner support, MAINSTREAM brings together world-leading academic, ...