Panel Discussion: The Role of PPI in Tissue & Organ Donation Research

Panel Discussion: Co-Creating Discovery - The Role of Patient and Public Involvement in Tissue & Organ Donation Research

This free, in-person panel discussion will explore the vital role of public and patient involvement (PPI) in shaping research that relies on tissue and organ donation.

Bringing together patients, members of the public, researchers, and healthcare professionals, the session will open up an inclusive conversation about how donated tissues and organs contribute to pre-clinical research and the development of future treatments.

The discussion will highlight why public voices matter at every stage of the research journey—from decision-making around donation to how samples are used in early scientific studies. Panel members will share perspectives on trust, transparency, ethics, and communication, and consider how meaningful involvement can improve research practices and outcomes.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear real experiences, ask questions, and contribute their own views, helping to shape a more collaborative and informed approach to donation and research.

Who is this event for

Members of the public, carers, patients and research staff over the age of 16. This event will be of particular interest to those interested in how tissue and organ donation supports pre-clinical and health data research

To book a ticket for East of England Patient and Public Involvement Showcase for the morning session visit: https://bit.ly/CambPPIshow26-AM and for the afternoon session visit: https://bit.ly/CambPPIshow26-PM

Panellists include:

Dr John Louca, Clinical Research Fellow, Sinha Group - Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI), University of Cambridge

Dr. John A Tadross, Assistant Research Professor, Institute of Metabolic Science, University of Cambridge.

Yanaina Chavez-Ugalde, PPI Coordinator for the School of Clinical Medicine and Biological Sciences at the University of Cambridge

Claire Glemas. Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse, Zilbauer Group - Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI), University of Cambridge

Evangelia Giannelou, Senior Lecturer in Adult Nursing, University of Hertfordshire and Research Nurse, Vassilou Group - Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI),University of Cambridge

Public Contributors on the panel include:

Trevor Collins – heart transplant recipient and member of the Council of Governors of the Royal Papworth Hospital and Sue and Nigel Burton – Treasurer and Chair of the
, a leading donor family charity in the transplant community.

Compère for the morning:

, Human haematopoietic stem cells biology in health and disease, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute

How to get to the

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There is no on-site parking for the venue, and limited paid parking on the Addenbrooke's campus, we would advise attendees to use public transport or the park and ride services, particularly if you are with us for the whole event from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm.

By Bus and Park and Rides

Cambridge Biomedical campus is well connected from the city and nearby villages by bus. There are lots of buses to the campus (Buses A, D and U stop close to the venue on Puddicombe Way).

Park and Ride sites at Trumpington and Babraham are free to park and a short journey on the bus. Getting to CUH details including public transport.

By car

The closest parking to the venue is Car Park one (charges apply)- ///club.moons.snap

The venue has full disabled access and facilities. We are on the ground floor, it is step free access on the same level with a disabled toilet. The seminar room, where the talks take place is fitted with an induction loop to assist those with a hearing impairment.

Short-stay disabled car parking spaces

Blue Badge holders can park for free in the on-road disabled car parking spaces for a maximum of four hours. Please ensure you display your time clock and abide by the car parking rules.

Long-stay disabled car parking spaces

Blue Badge holders parking for more than four hours should use the long-stay disabled spaces available in car parks 1 and 2. Standard car parking charges will apply unless you qualify for our parking discount.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please contact Helen Reynolds, Senior Research and Ethics Governance
& Patient and Public Involvement Coordinator, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute
via email: [email protected]

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Host or Publisher Georgina Norris, Cambridge BRC, PPI/E Coordinator