Jackie Maybin attended Westminster this week for the Royal Society Parliamentary Pairing Scheme (w/c 04.12.17). This article was first published on 5 December, 2017 Image The scheme, which was founded in 2001, gives policymakers and research scientists an opportunity to experience each other’s worlds. It aims to build bridges between parliamentarians and some of the best scientists in the UK. Those taking part gain an insight into how research findings can help inform policy making. Jackie has been paired with MP Tommy Sheppard. As well as working closely with Mr Sheppard, Jackie will make lasting relationships with parliamentarians and fellow scientists working across a wide range of disciplines, and will learn how to effectively feed into the policy making process that takes place in Westminster. The politicians and civil servants will in turn learn more about the science behind health issues and have access to information on policy topics that are being scrutinised in parliament, directly from the experts. Part of the Pairing Scheme activity will include Mr Sheppard donning a lab coat and visiting CRH to learn more about Dr Maybin’s investigation into the root cause of heavy menstrual bleeding, with the aim of developing effective treatment plans for the women affected. HTML Publication date 05 Dec, 2017
