An important part of the mission statements of The Institute of Cellular Medicine and of Newcastle University as a whole is Public Engagement.

• Follow the link "Facts About Fibrosis" on the left to get some facts about the various organs in the body affected by fibrosis and the major diseases associated with them.
• This section provides a lay summary and is aimed as much at patients and the general public as it is at scientists and academics.

• One of the most important elements of local engagement is our involvement with local schools where we help to promote science in an applied setting.
• "Leading Edge", "Love Your Liver" and "Science on a Plate" are just 3 examples of how we are attempting to engage with and inspire the next generation of scientists.