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Southampton Clinical Trials Unit
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A CRUK-funded, UKCRC-registered clinical trials unit based @unisouthampton, with expertise in the design, conduct and analysis of healthcare research studies to improve diagnosis and treatment for the benefit of patients.
November is #LungCancerAwarenessMonth

Jacqui Gath, a public partner on our TOURIST platform, spoke to Prof Matthew Hatton, Chief Investigator of the PRINCE trial, which is evaluating the use of #radiotherapy in the treatment of metastatic #LungCancer.

youtu.be/dqr828ZOBMk
The TOURIST Lung Cancer Platform Trial - The PRINCE Trial
YouTube video by Southampton CTU
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November 26, 2025 at 4:46 PM
#EarlyDiagnosis of #PancreaticCancer could help save more lives.

The SAFE-D study is recruiting people with newly diagnosed type 2 #diabetes, a known risk factor for the disease - bit.ly/44bgkoS

#PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth #PurpleForPancreaticCancer #MostProudOf
November 26, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Infections due to failed stents and catheters cost the #NHS an estimated £2.5bn a year.

Last week, Dr Ali Mosayyebi was on BBC Radio Solent talking about the CASSETTE #ClinicalTrial of a new urinary stent, designed to reduce infections.

Listen back from 1:17:43📻 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
November 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
It was fantastic to be at the first #HIOWResearchAssembly yesterday and be in a room full of people passionate about #research for patient benefit, listening to the voices of patients and the public, and reducing health inequalities.

And lots of interest in our #ClinicalTrials and the work of SCTU!
November 20, 2025 at 9:32 AM
We're at the #HIOWResearchAssembly this afternoon, chatting about our #ClinicalTrials and how the public, patients and communities can help shape #research for the benefit of everyone.

Come and find us at our stand if you want to find out more.

#ClinicalResearch #PatientAndPublicInvolvement
November 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
The PRINCE & QUARTZ LUNG trials, both part of our TOURIST platform trial, are now open to recruitment in Northern Ireland!

TOURIST is the world’s largest #ClinicalTrial using #radiotherapy in the treatment of metastatic #LungCancer.

Find out more - bit.ly/3K5GVMO

#LungCancerAwarenessMonth
November 18, 2025 at 2:37 PM
November is #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth.

#PancreaticCancer is often diagnosed late, when treatment options are limited.

Our SAFE-D trial is evaluating a blood test to try and spot the very earliest signs of the #cancer developing.

#PurpleForPancreaticCancer #MostProudOf
November 14, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Around 12,000 men die from #ProstateCancer in the UK every year.

A new trial, funded by @prostateuk.bsky.social, will look at whether selecting patients who may require more intensive treatment can improve outcomes for those with metastatic disease.

Find out more - bit.ly/3JRh0IO
November 13, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Recruitment to the MODERNISED #EarlyDetection trial is over halfway!

Thank you to the 758 people who have taken part so far, and to all the #research teams involved.

The trial is seeing if a simple blood test can spot the earliest signs of 10 different #cancers.

Find out more 👇
November 12, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Turning purple for #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth and highlighting the need for #research into #EarlyDetection.

Our #EarlyDiagnosis team is running the SAFE-D study, evaluating a new test to spot the early signs of #PancreaticCancer.

Find out more - safe-d.uk
November 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Supporting families of children with #ADHD and sleep difficulties.

If you missed the report on our Sleep Buddy study on BBC South Today yesterday, you can catch it on iPlayer until 7pm today

📺Watch from 11:20
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

@nihr.bsky.social @uhsftresearch.bsky.social
South Today - Evening News: 06/11/2025
The latest news, sport and weather for the South of England.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Did you hear the Sleep Buddy study being discussed on BBC Radio Solent this morning?

The study is testing a new digital resource for families of children with #ADHD and #SleepProblems.

Listen to lead researchers Prof Sam Cortese (07:11) and Prof Cathy Hill (08:09) 👇

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Alun Newman - 06/11/2025 - BBC Sounds
All you need for the day ahead, the South's news and great music at breakfast with Alun.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Over two thirds of children with #ADHD experience #SleepProblems.

The Sleep Buddy website has been developed by experts alongside parents and carers of children suffering ADHD-related sleep issues.

It's now being trialled in a UK-wide study.

Read more - bit.ly/3JKvkTc

@nihr.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Almost 75% of children with #ADHD have sleep problems.

Are you a parent or carer of a child aged 6-12 yrs, with a diagnosis of ADHD? We’re running a study to see if a new website can help.

Find out more & register - www.trial-deck.com/trial/sleepb...

#ADHDAwarenessMonth #SleepProblems
October 31, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Each winter, thousands of people are admitted to hospital with a viral #respiratory #infection, putting enormous pressure on the #NHS.

The UNIVERSAL study is finding new ways to prevent and treat these infections, and recently recruited its 900th participant!

Find out more - bit.ly/3JkvXmt
October 31, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Our team attended the 'Swindon Imaginarium' yesterday, a science engagement pop-up shop run by @festivaloftomorrow.bsky.social, with activities about our #ClinicalTrials and #EarlyDiagnosis #research.

Great to see so many youngsters (and adults!) playing our games and inspired by research!
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Did you see our Trial Manager, Chris, being interviewed on BBC South Today this lunchtime?

He was talking about the @su2c.bsky.social-funded OptiMATe trial and how it is giving hope to patients with a rare form of #BloodCancer.

Catch the full report on tonight's programme at 6.30pm.
October 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
"I don't think I'd be here without a Stand Up To Cancer trial"

Caroline was diagnosed with a rare #BloodCancer in 2023 & was the first person to take part in the @su2c.bsky.social OptiMATe trial.

The trial is giving hope to patients with this aggressive disease.

bit.ly/3KXPedZ
October 24, 2025 at 11:40 AM
The VALUE #OesophagealCancer trial has just reached 100 participants! 🎉

The 100th patient was recruited at @gstt-nhs.bsky.social .

VALUE aims to improve decision-making about the best treatment pathways for these patients.

Find out more - bit.ly/3xmHjQH

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October 22, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Welcome onboard to the #research team @velindrecc.bsky.social who are now recruiting patients to the DECIPHER trial.

It's aiming to improve outcomes for patients with #OesophagealCancer who are at high risk of the #cancer returning.

Visit our participant website to find out more - bit.ly/3HrYYf6
October 17, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Another milestone for the SAFE-D #EarlyDiagnosis study! 🙌

200 participants with type 2 #diabetes have now been recruited to take part.

The study is evaluating a blood test that aims to improve the #EarlyDetection of #PancreaticCancer.

Find out more - bit.ly/44bgkoS
October 14, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Fabulous video from biomedical engineer Dr Ali Mosayyebi explaining the #research behind a new urinary stent which is now being trialled at @uhsft.bsky.social and @uclh.bsky.social 👇👇
Urinary stents help to drain urine from the bladder.

These temporary devices have their advantages but are not always successful.

@unisouthampton.bsky.social’s Ali Mosayyebi has developed a new type of stent that is being trialled at @uhsft.bsky.social and UCLH 🏥

Learn more in just 3️⃣0️⃣ seconds 📽
October 13, 2025 at 3:10 PM
ICYMI - we're running a first-in-human #ClinicalTrial of a new urinary stent which could improve the lives of patients with urological #cancers and kidney stones.

It uses novel engineering techniques to reduce blockages and infections.

www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/2553503...
Southampton trial tests improved stent for cancer and kidney patients
A clinical trial is testing whether a new type of urinary stent, designed using novel engineering approaches, could improve the lives of cancer…
www.dailyecho.co.uk
October 13, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Our Head of Cancer Trials, Andrea Corkhill, fired the starting klaxon at the @CR_UK #Southampon Shine Walk on Friday, along with her sister Lindsey who recently finished 2 years of treatment for breast #cancer.

Their team raised over £3.5k for life-saving #research.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Hundreds join Southampton Shine Night Walk for cancer research
About 1,500 people took part in the walk around Southampton city landmarks for cancer research.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 13, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Using engineering to advance healthcare.

A first-in-human trial has started @uhsft.bsky.social & @uclh.bsky.social of a new urinary stent designed with novel #engineering techniques.

The aim is to reduce infections & improve the lives of patients.

Read more - bit.ly/4mX1Eju

@nihr.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 10:31 AM