Study Support Service: National improvement plan for industry
The NIHR's national improvement plan for the delivery of the Study Support Service is now in the second phase. While continuing to refine new processes, we have also launched new workstreams for 2019/20 - which include establishing a NIHR Champions' Programme and developing a new commercial target setting process. Read more about the latest developments.
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Be Part of Research: New website facilitates public participation in research
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We want to help more people take part in research while facilitating faster recruitment times for NIHR supported studies. That’s why we’ve launched our Be Part of Research website. With improved functionality, the service builds on the success of the UK Clinical Trials Gateway. Though the new site, members of the public can search for research taking place in the UK in any condition and contact study teams to ask to take part. If your study is registered on ISRCTN or clinicaltrials.gov, details will automatically pull through to our service. Read more.
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Virtual Rehab: How ‘gamification’ can help stroke recovery
Researchers supported by the NIHR Brain Injury MedTech Co-operative are pioneering virtual reality rehabilitation for stroke survivors, using low cost video game technology. They have worked with industry collaborator Evolv to create a new gaming platform to improve the lives of stroke patients suffering from complex neurological syndromes caused by a stroke. Read more.
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Join Dementia Research service recruits 20,000 participants
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We’re pleased to announce that over 20,000 participants have now taken part in vital research - including studies sponsored by the life sciences industry - thanks to Join Dementia Research. The innovative service is delivered by the NIHR, and matches registered volunteers with research that they may be eligible for, so that more studies can reach their potential. Read more.
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Apply for funding for MedTech R&D through i4i Connect
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i4i Connect is aimed at small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in need of a funding boost to reach the next stage in the development pathway. Find out more about our third round of Connect funding and how to apply in our new videos, and read our top tips for writing an expression of interest. Read more.
Any questions? If so, please join our live online FAQ session from 10-11am on Friday 16 August, where Dr Kat Horner will answer all of your queries.
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Delivering cancer research on time, to target and with impact
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An event hosted by the NIHR Clinical Research Network’s (CRN) cancer specialty leadership team on 24 October will showcase how NIHR services to industry can improve clinical research delivery. This will be a forum for industry representatives (including CROs) and research active cancer clinicians to exchange ideas about current and future research. Read more.
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NIHR diagnostic evidence workshops
Taking place between 8-10 October, this three-day workshop is aimed at clinicians, researchers and predominantly small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the diagnostics sector. You can book for all the whole event, or individual days depending on your requirement. Bursaries are available for SMEs working on community healthcare medtech. Read more.
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