Research and clinical trials are an important part of the NHS. Health research covers a range of activities. Health and social care research looks into many different issues, from illness, disease and disability to the way that health and social care services are provided by the NHS. Health professionals know a lot about health, illnesses, diseases and medicines, but there is much more that is uncertain and research provides answers to these uncertainties. Research improves treatment and patient care which can save lives and enhance the quality of lives.
This section includes the Trust’s policies and procedures on research, including patients’ intellectual property rights whereby patients may create “intellectual property” from participating in educational, recreational or other activities. It also includes the procedure that must be followed when staff host or collaborate in research and development. It aims to standardise the management and approval of all research activity carried out within the Trust, including secure settings. It also ensures that all research is carried out in accordance with various guidance/frameworks and legislation.
6.01 - Patients' Intellectual Property Rights - Policy
6.02 - Staff Conducting, Hosting or Collaborating in Research and Development - Policy and Procedure
