A new national study focused on BK Polyomavirus in kidney transplant recipients is now inviting expressions of interest from centres and clinicians across the UK.
The BK-UK study was selected as the winning project in the NEPHwork Dragons’ Den session at UK Kidney Week 2025 – a competitive forum showcasing trainee-led research ideas with potential for national collaboration and impact.
The project will examine UK clinical practice and patient outcomes in adults and children affected by BK Polyomavirus following kidney transplantation.
From pitch to national project
The NEPHwork Dragons’ Den session brings together shortlisted trainee-led proposals, with projects assessed by a panel of senior nephrology clinicians. The BK-UK study was chosen from a competitive field of national project ideas, reflecting its relevance and feasibility for multi-centre delivery.
Led through NEPHwork – the UK’s trainee-led audit and research collaborative supported by the UKKA and Kidney Research UK – the study is designed to enable broad participation across the kidney community.
Open to the whole kidney community
Expressions of interest are now open to:
- Renal registrars
- Resident doctors interested in nephrology
- Consultant nephrologists
Centres across all settings are encouraged to take part, including transplanting and non-transplanting units, and both adult and paediatric services.
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Building a national picture
By bringing together data from across the UK, the study aims to build a clearer understanding of how BK Polyomavirus is currently managed in practice, helping to inform future approaches to care for kidney transplant recipients.
Register your interest
Clinicians and centres can now express interest in taking part and receive further information.