On #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay, the Primary Care Research team attended two Practice-Based Learning events with the Northern GP Federation Support Unit, in Coleraine and Ballymena. We are so grateful to share this time with General Practice colleagues and discuss the future of research in Primary Care across Northern Ireland. With around 90% of NHS patient interactions taking place in General Practice, research in Primary Care is essential to ensure studies reflect the real experiences and needs of our communities. This year’s theme, Research Rising, recognises how advances in knowledge, skills, treatments, and technology continue to improve healthcare and patient outcomes. “When research rises, we all rise together." ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Industry Engagement Team introduce CRDC Network Director to Northern Ireland
The HSC Industry Engagement team introduced Jennifer Crooks, Commercial Research Delivery Centres (CRDC) Network Operational Director, to Northern Ireland (NI) on International Clinical Trials Day. Jenny visited NI to local Research & Development teams to see first-hand about NI CRDCs.
Stephanie Kelly presented the facilities and trial activities at the Ulster Hospital Clinical Trials Centre, South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust. There was also a visit to Derry/Londonderry to C-TRIC (C-TRIC) on the Altnagelvin Hospital site where Diane Mackey explained how the arrival of the mobile research unit in Autumn 2026 will further increase the capacity for clinical trials across the Western Health and Social Care Trust and the whole of Northern Ireland.
For more information about HSC Industry Engagement, please visit: www.research.hscni.net
On International Clinical Trials Day iREACH Health celebrated the impact of clinical research in advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes worldwide. At iREACH Health we’re proud to be contributing to this progress. iREACH Health, opening Spring 2027 will play a key role in accelerating clinical trial delivery, strengthening industry partnerships, and improving patient access to high-quality research - in step with this year’s theme - Research Rising! Through enhanced facilities, efficient trial processes, and inclusive workforce development, we aim to increase the size and productivity of the Life & Health Sciences sector in Northern Ireland, foster public engagement, and support meaningful participation in clinical studies, making Northern Ireland a region of choice for clinical trials. https://lnkd.in/eb8DfJ6r
