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Clinical Research Facilities

A network of Clinical Research Facilities (CRFs) within Scotland provide a purpose-built environment for patient-oriented research. They provide access to cutting-edge clinical facilities and opportunities for research scientists to work closely with clinical researchers, and support the advancement of new therapies and treatments for patients. Facilities are available to: Healthcare professionals who would like to undertake commercial or non-commercial clinical and health...

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Calendar

Here you will find information on events NHS Research Scotland are hosting, supporting, exhibiting or attending. Contact information is provided for each event. We are committed to supporting the clinical research community across Scotland so if you wish to publicise an event on our website please contact communications@nrs.org.uk NHS Research Scotland is not responsible for the content on external sites.

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Steering Committee

The Scottish Pain Research Community (SPaRC) has a multidisciplinary steering committee to represent a wide range of expertise across basic science, clinical, and population health science.  

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Resources

NHS Research Scotland produces a range of resources to support and promote clinical research activity in Scotland. Please also visit our news and event pages for latest information, or follow us on Twitter

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Industry Partnership Forum

Formed in 2010, the NRS Industry Partnership Forum ensures close liaison between the Chief Scientist Office (CSO), NRS, the Life Sciences industry and patient representatives to increase, through collaboration, quality clinical research in Scotland. It is co-chaired by CSO and the Association of British Pharmaceutical I...

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Trainee Research Network

The Ophthalmology Trainee Research Network is an initiative to support trainees to develop and conduct research in Ophthalmology in Scotland. The aim of the group is to develop more home-grown research and to support the next generation of researchers by providing them with the skills and experience necessary to develop and conduct research. This is a UK-wide Specialty Group priority, supported by National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. 

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Study Pathway

NHS Research Scotland works collaboratively across all Health Boards to provide a comprehensive and complete service. This national approach results in fast, efficient, and reliable support to deliver high-quality clinical trials in Scotland. You can contact the NRS Centralised Feasibility Service (Feasibility@nrs.org.uk) to place a feasibility enquiry.

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Transplant

The Scottish Transplant Research Network is a collaboration between clinical professionals, researchers, patients, and individuals from the general public who have an interest in and can contribute to advancements in transplantation medicine. The network serves as a platform for sharing knowledge, promoting research, and improving the outcomes of organ donation and transplantation procedures and therapies in Scotland. Our objectives include increasing awareness of transplant research,...

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Scottish Diabetes Data Provisioning for Research, Innovation and Audit

Many diabetes research, innovation or audit projects are now seeking controlled access to the unique data sets available from SCI-Diabetes, NHS Scotland’s electronic patient record for diabetes.   The NHS Research Scotland (NRS) Diabetes Network acts as the initial contact for guiding and supporting diabetes data provisioning. A comprehensive basic guide for data provision is available upon request....

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NHS Research Scotland Mental Health Annual Scientific Meeting 2023

'Healthy Connections: from Cells to Society' This year we are hosting a hybrid event, with the opportunity to join us in person at the venue, or virtually online. Anyone interested and involved with mental health research in Scotland can attend. Regis...

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