About the Bryan Warren School of Pathology (BWSP)

The connection between the British Division of the International Academy of Pathology (BDIAP) and the Bosnian pathology community was forged during the post-war period, when humanitarian support was provided by Mr Mike Franey and the late Professor Bryan Warren. Building on this collaboration, the Bosnian-British School of Pathology was founded in 2006 through a close partnership between BDIAP, the Department of Pathology at the Clinical Center of the University of Sarajevo, and with the invaluable support of Mr Franey. The initiative to provide structured educational support for pathologists in Bosnia and the wider region was originally proposed by Dr Semir Vranic and enthusiastically endorsed by Professor Warren. In 2012, in honour of his exceptional contribution, the school was renamed the Bryan Warren School of Pathology (BWSP).

The mission of BWSP is to enhance the quality of pathology practice in Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighbouring countries, with a particular focus on high-quality, hands-on education for trainees and early-career pathologists. Through intensive teaching, case-based discussions and exposure to international experts, the school helps to bridge gaps in training, promote best practice and foster long-term professional links.

BWSP continues to grow, driven by strong local commitment and sustained support from BDIAP. In addition to the annual school, further capacity-building is achieved through the Nermin Duraković bursaries, which provide financial support for pathologists from Bosnia and Herzegovina to attend International Academy of Pathology (IAP) congresses, expanding their access to global education and networking opportunities.