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"With all the support, it's really an opportunity to develop this together. I think this programme is a fantastic chance for us to finally make that difference" - Kate Greenwood, Senior Improvement Delivery Manager, Health Research Authority. Details of how the UK is reforming set-up and delivery of all clinical trials were outlined in the "streamlining and reform of study set-up" webinar, which we hosted on Wednesday, 2 April. If you missed the live event, it is now available to watch on demand: https://lnkd.in/eJ9v8tBU #NIHRIndustry #LifeSciences

Our new #fundingopportunity THRIVE is now open for applications! Are you interested in getting support for the development of your technology while receiving entrepreneurial training? Apply now to THRIVE which offers £150,000 over 9 months to UK based academics or clinicians with innovations at TRL3 and above tackling a health inequality. Find out more & apply ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUbF7duB

Are you harnessing the power of data-driven decisions❓ Diversity in clinical trial recruitment leads to better treatments for all. Yet many populations remain underrepresented. Smarter site selection - driven by data - can change this. Dr. Esther Mukuka, NIHR’s Director of Research Inclusion, explores how leveraging research activity data helps identify optimal trial locations, widen participation, and improve health outcomes across the board. Read the article now 👇: https://lnkd.in/eMMwJ8KE

Could you improve recruitment and retention by making your research design and delivery more inclusive❓ Join us for our next webinar on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 14:30 BST, as our expert panel will explore how inclusive and accessible approaches to trial design and delivery can: ⭐ expand your patient demographic ⭐ improve retention rates ⭐ speed up recruitment As well as discussing practical strategies for addressing barriers to participation and delivering research closer to communities. Register for the webinar now to watch it live or later on-demand:https://lnkd.in/ecUvyh_t #NIHRIndustry #LifeSciences

Would you like support for the development of your innovative health technology aimed at reducing waiting times and waiting lists? 🚀 Apply now to our Invention for Innovation's new #fundingopportunity 'Transformative and disruptive innovations to reduce waiting lists and waiting times - April 2025' ❗ ⏰ Closes 7 May 2025, 1pm ✍️ Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eNv6qjFM

Our Invention for Innovation (i4i) Product Development Awards (PDA) - April 2025 #fundingopportunity is open for applications ✍️ PDA supports collaborative projects and aims to de-risk innovations, supporting early product development and real-world evaluation, to make them more attractive for follow-on funding or commercial investment. You can apply via one of the following applications: 🔹 i4i PDA researcher-led 🔹 i4i PDA commissioned - NIHR JLA rolling funding opportunity 🔹 i4i PDA commissioned - NIHR NICE rolling funding opportunity 🔹 i4i PDA commissioned - Early Action to Prevent Poor Health Outcomes ⏰ Closes: 28 May 2025, 1pm 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eM8ZkaaK

"We believe clinical research is key to the vision of building a health and social care system that's fit for the future and driving economic growth in the country" - Alex Churchill, Deputy Director Clinical Trials, Department of Health and Social Care. Details of how the UK is reforming set-up and delivery of all clinical trials were outlined in the "streamlining and reform of study set-up" webinar, which we hosted on Wednesday, 2 April. If you missed the live event, it is now available to watch on demand: https://lnkd.in/eJ9v8tBU #NIHRIndustry #LifeSciences

Want to stay informed with the latest news, funding and opportunities in the NIHR specifically tailored toward the life sciences industry? Look no further than the NIHR's industry newsletter. Our latest issue covers: ⏩Accelerating commercial research delivery 🥇First ever NHR Impact Prizes winners 💵I4i funding opportunities, and more. Read our latest newsletter: https://lnkd.in/e6G77wnH

The NIHR Commercial Research Delivery Centres (CRDCs) are operational! With 15 centres across England and partners in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, this UK-wide network is purpose-built to accelerate commercial research. What CRDCs offer: ✅ Rapid study setup and delivery timelines ✅ Dedicated infrastructure for commercial trials ✅ Access to diverse populations across community and primary care settings ✅ Regional expertise + national coordination Together, we’re making the UK one of the best places in the world to deliver innovative clinical research. ➡️ Learn more about how the CRDCs can support your research portfolio: https://lnkd.in/eHubSmcd #NIHRforIndustry #LifeSciences #CommercialResearch

This week, the Prime Minister announced action to accelerate the discovery of life-saving drugs, improve patient care and make Britain the best place in the world for medical research. The government and the Wellcome Trust will invest up to £600 million to create a new Health Data Research Service, transforming the access to NHS data by providing a secure single access point to national-scale data. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/e3t4cHbh #LifeSciences