Clinical Research

National Institute for Health Research (NIHR)

In 2006, the Department of Health set up The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to improve the health and wealth of the nation through Research. The NIHR Clinical Research Network (CRN) was introduced to provide the infrastructure to the NHS to allow high quality research to be set up and delivered efficiently and effectively.

Taking Part in Research

If you are eligible for one of our research projects you will be invited. Your invite may be by SMS message, telephone or by Post.

You will be provided with all the information you need regarding the study and what you can do to take part.

Taking part in research is completely optional and it will not affect your care or relationship with the practice.

Current Research Studies

My Diabetes and Me Study

Have you got Type 2 Diabetes and a Learning Disability?

• The University of Ulster has developed an education programme for people with a learning disability who have Type 2 diabetes.
• This programme could help you to understand and manage your diabetes better.
• It gives advice on how to manage your weight and diet, become more active; and control your blood sugars.

If you, or someone you support, may be interested contact:
My Diabetes and Me Study Research Team, Leicester Diabetes Centre

T:0116 258 8636 E:mydiabetesandme@uhl-tr.nhs.uk

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Lung Cancer PPI Advisory Group Study

Are you interested in helping research to improve accuracy in earlier diagnosis of lung cancer from different imaging types?
We are looking for people who’ve had imaging for suspected lung cancer whether or not they’ve gone on to be diagnosed, as well as those who’ve been diagnosed and treated.

What is it for?
A group led by the University of Oxford is planning a research study exploring whether a CT scan can diagnose lung cancer earlier than the chest x-ray currently performed when lung cancer is suspected. As part of this research, the team is inviting people to join a patient and public involvement (PPI) advisory group.

What is the purpose of the PPI advisory group?
The group’s purpose is to ensure the experiences and views of those referred for chest imaging for suspected lung cancer, and those diagnosed with lung cancer, or their family members/carers are taken into account when planning and delivering this study.

What would PPI advisory group members be expected to do?
PPI Group members will be asked to attend up to 3 workshops, review documents being designed for study participants, join a study steering committee and help share the final study results. You can choose to take part in all or some of these activities.

Timeline/tenure
The first workshop is expected to be held in June/July 2023 during the preparation of the final funding application to the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

If funded, the study will start early 2024 and there will be an opportunity to continue participation in the PPI advisory group at that point.

Remuneration
You will receive payment for any time spent in these activities and travel expenses for any face to face meetings, although most of the work will be completed remotely.

If you are interested and would like more information please contact the following:

j.rawlinson@justrealsolutions.com
anne.powell@oncology.ox.ac.uk
melissa.dobson@ndm.ox.ac.uk

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Measuring Loneliness (INTERACT) Study

Identifying the Prevalence of Social Isolation & Loneliness in the Community Setting Across England

We are collaborating with Imperial College London on a study to investigate the prevalence of social isolation & loneliness. Anyone can be feeling isolated or lonely. Your voice matters – please consider taking this brief (<5min) survey: https://imperial.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bkl7M6SUz5nnzIG