Clinical research involves people, often patients, either directly or through the use of their material such as tissue samples or behaviour. Your NHS hospital trust is involved in conducting many clinical research studies. There are differet types of clinical research studies.
Different types of clinical research
- Clinical trial
- Observational study
- Laboratory 'test tube' research
Why is clinical research important?
Clinical research is at the heart of all the scientific advances we have seen in medicine. Research has led to better diagnosis, treatment, and prevention regimes for many disorders.
Clinical research at your NHS Trust hospital
Your NHS trust hospital is conducting and supporting many important clinical research studies. To find out more , click on the department below:
Brain
| Cancer | Eye | Heart |
| Diabetes | Musculoskeletal
| Infection
| Gastrointestinal
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Children & Babies
| Ear
| Biobank & Research
Registry
| Renal
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Useful links:
INVOLVE
CLINICAL RESEARCH ZONE-The Guardian
Your local research networks for:
Cancer
Stroke
Dementias & Neurodegenerative Diseases
Diabetes
Mental Health
Medicines for Children