Stories

A drive to improve and innovate inspired Frances Kirkham to turn her hand to research alongside her core medical training

After a career in PR and communications, Frances Kirkham retrained and qualified as a doctor five years ago. She is now undertaking her core medical training and was inspired to add research to her portfolio to improve patient care on a larger scale.

An opportunity to help out - Alex's Story

Alex is 20 and lives in Shropshire. She is participating in the Valneva Covid-19 vaccine trial at Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and shares her experiences of what it is like to be involved in research.

Kent researchers on how they use Join Dementia Research to recruit volunteers to studies

Dr Stacey Rand, senior research fellow and Dr Barbora Silarova, research associate from the Personal Social Services Research Unit at the University of Kent have used Join Dementia Research to recruit volunteers to two of their studies.

'It was so easy, I'd do it again' - Larissa's Research Story

Larissa is on the VALNEVA Covid-19 vaccine trial and has shared her experiences of what it is like to be involved in research.

My Generation - Georgia's research story

Georgia Turner, aged 22 from Stafford, signed up to take part in the Valneva Covid-19 vaccine trial ‘on a whim’ and she is very happy she did.

DaRe2THINK - A novel approach

The DaRe2THINK study is aimed at preventing stroke, premature death and cognitive decline in patients with atrial fibrillation.

It's a great feeling - Henry's research story

Henry wanted to help others by taking part in research

Clinical trial in south London gives cancer survivor a new lease of life

A woman has spoken about how taking part in a clinical trial in south London has given her a new lease of life.

Caron was so inspired by her research experience she became a Research Champion

Caron became a Research Champion after taking part in the BEST3 study

Spotlight on hospice research in Kent, Surrey and Sussex

Two hospices in Kent and Sussex have been recognised for their work on NIHR Portfolio studies.