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Centre for Trials Research
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Centre for Trials Research @cardiffuni is the largest group of academic clinical trials staff in Wales. Funded by @ResearchWales. Web: http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-trials-research
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Dr Victoria Shepherd @vickylshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 13
📢Registration now open: Building Inclusive Practices around Mental Capacity & Consent in Palliative Care Research

✅Hear research findings
✅Identify research gaps & priorities
✅Opportunities to collaborate & contribute

📆 17th Oct
📍 RCP, London
🔗 www.capacityconsentresearch.com/palliative-c...

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Flyer for workshop titled Building Inclusive Practices around Mental Capacity and Consent in Palliative Care Research at RCP in London on 17th Oct
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Dr Victoria Shepherd @vickylshepherd.bsky.social · Aug 18
My rapid response in @bmj.com on research funders' joint statement calling for better inclusion of older people in research highlights the key role of #TrialsMethodology research e.g CONSULT www.capacityconsentresearch.com @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social

#InclusiveResearch

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Screenshot of a rapid response article in The BMJ titled Research must be (re)designed to include older people if it is to meet tomorrow's health and care needs
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 8
🧑‍⚕️ Are you a cancer nurse in NHS Wales?

Apply now for training grants (£250–£1,000) to develop research skills and improve patient care.

🔗 healthandcareresearchwales.org/form/grants-...

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@ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 🎯📖
Education and training grants for cancer nurses working in NHS Wales
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 8
Read more about PEACH: www.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t...
PEACH
Procalcitonin: Evaluation of Antibiotic use in COVID-19 Hospitalised patients.
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 8
🎉 Publication 8 for PEACH!

From protocol to final paper—PEACH has delivered insights across 8 key publications. Read the latest in BMJ Open today.

🔗 bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/8...

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Procalcitonin to guide antibiotic use during the first wave of COVID-19 in English and Welsh hospitals: integration and triangulation of findings from quantitative and qualitative sources
Aim To integrate the quantitative and qualitative data collected as part of the PEACH (Procalcitonin: Evaluation of Antibiotic use in COVID-19 Hospitalised patients) study, which evaluated whether pro...
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 8
🍑 PEACH has landed!

The final publication from the PEACH study is now live in BMJ Open—marking the 8th major output from this impactful research.

🔗 bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/8...

@researchwales.bsky.social
@ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 📄🎯
Procalcitonin to guide antibiotic use during the first wave of COVID-19 in English and Welsh hospitals: integration and triangulation of findings from quantitative and qualitative sources
Aim To integrate the quantitative and qualitative data collected as part of the PEACH (Procalcitonin: Evaluation of Antibiotic use in COVID-19 Hospitalised patients) study, which evaluated whether pro...
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 7
@picklestim.bsky.social reflects on his journey through a Doctoral Fellowship and Next Steps Award—and how it's shaped his research career.

🔗 youtu.be/eYV3HUcZehc

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Reflections on my Doctoral Fellowship and Next Steps Award journey with Dr Tim Pickles
YouTube video by #ResearchWalesFaculty TV
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Aug 6
New UK Clinical Trial Regulations & GCP standards to take effect from 28 April 2026 – find out what this means ⬇️

The changes are designed to enhance patient safety, streamline approvals and strengthen the UK as a global leader:

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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jul 24
Wales has become the first UK nation to open recruitment for T1D-Plus – a major international clinical trial exploring innovative treatment strategies for adults newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

Led by the Centre for Trials Research:

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Wales first in the UK to launch groundbreaking type 1 diabetes trial - MediWales
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jul 3
📝 Don’t miss the NIHR EME webinar on 11 July, 13:00-14:00!

Discover tips for funding success + get your questions answered. 🎯👨‍🏫

🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nihr-effic...

@researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social
NIHR Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme Information Session
In this webinar, Dr Phil Pallmann will share insights into the EME programme application process and answer questions.
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jul 3
📝 Discover how funding shapes research careers!

Dr Tim Pickles reflects on his Health and Care Research Wales awards + next steps at a free webinar on Tues 15 July 2025. 🎯👨‍🏫

🔗 healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/events...

@researchwales.bsky.social @cardiffuni.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk
Faculty webinar: Reflections on my Doctoral Fellowship and Next Steps Award journey with Dr Tim Pickles
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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 26
Our final session of the day dives into findings from a recent survey of registered CTUs on central data management practices.

Big thanks to Chris Hurt @southamptonctu.bsky.social & Angela Casbard @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social for guiding us through the results!

#UKCTUNetwork #CTUStats2025
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Dr Victoria Shepherd @vickylshepherd.bsky.social · Jun 30
📢One week until our OPTIMISE workshop to develop recommendations to help researchers design consent processes to be more inclusive of people with communication and/or decision-making needs @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social

Room for 1 or 2 more to join us, contact for more info!

#InclusiveResesrch
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Dr Victoria Shepherd @vickylshepherd.bsky.social · Jun 9
📢 OPTIMISE workshop - developing recommendations for inclusive consent processes for trials

Keen to include researchers working with different populations with communication &/or capacity needs e.g care homes, learning disability, emergency

📅 8th July
📌 Cardiff, in person

Please get in touch!
Flyer for OPTIMISE event in Cardiff 8th July
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jul 3
🎓 Join the Health and Care Research Wales Faculty webinar on Tues 15 July 2025

Dr Tim Pickles shares his journey from Doctoral Fellowship to Next Steps Award + career growth. 🌱💡

🔗 healthandcareresearchwales.org/about/events...

@researchwales.bsky.social @cardiffuni.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk
Faculty webinar: Reflections on my Doctoral Fellowship and Next Steps Award journey with Dr Tim Pickles
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jul 3
🚀 Join the NIHR EME Programme Information Session with Dr Phil Pallmann!

Learn how to apply and hear insights from successful applicants. 🧑‍🔬💡

🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nihr-effic...

@researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social
NIHR Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme Information Session
In this webinar, Dr Phil Pallmann will share insights into the EME programme application process and answer questions.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jul 3
The #UKCTUNetwork supports better, more efficient clinical trials through shared learning, webinars and national meetings for members, as well as training, and guidance.

Explore our free resources here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/guidance-for...

#ClinicalTrials #ResearchSupport #BestPractice
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
Read more about CLARITY here:

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£2.5 million for largest trial to improve outcomes from treatment for blocked leg arteries | North Bristol NHS Trust
Blocked leg arteries – often caused by diabetes or smoking – are very common, but if left untreated can lead to amputation, or even death.
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
🎥 What is CLARITY PAD?

Watch the animated explainer and meet the team behind the UK’s biggest PAD trial.

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How Does the CLARITY Trial Aim to Prevent Blocked Leg Arteries After Angioplasty?
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
🧠 “To recognise power over one’s own body, emotions, and future instils hope.”

Peer MIST shows how research can restore agency, dignity & self-belief after unimaginable hardship.

🔗 blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t...

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#WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️
The Power of Community in the Peer MIST Project
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
🤝 Co-production isn’t just a method—it’s a movement.

Peer MIST is led by those with lived experience, turning trauma into agency, and research into belonging.

🔗 blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t...

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#WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️
The Power of Community in the Peer MIST Project
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
💡 Research strengthens practice. It drives real improvements for people, patients & policy.

This plan lays foundations for better, evidence-informed care across Wales.

🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re...

@researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 🏥🧠
Improving research skills for nursing, midwifery and allied health professions | GOV.WALES
A strategic action plan for building research capability for health professionals in Wales.
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
💪 “Incredible empowerment”

Peer MIST is a reminder that even after trauma, people seeking sanctuary can reclaim strength through co-production, connection & care.

🔗 blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t...

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#WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️
The Power of Community in the Peer MIST Project
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
🧡 Movement. Empowerment. Recovery.

The Peer MIST project supports sanctuary seekers to reclaim agency over body and mind—through community, research & hope.

🔗 blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t...

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#WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️
The Power of Community in the Peer MIST Project
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Centre for Trials Research @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social · Jun 20
🎓 Midwives, nurses & AHPs now have more support to grow as researchers.

MScs, PhDs, career pathways—it’s about opening doors to discovery.

🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re...

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Improving research skills for nursing, midwifery and allied health professions | GOV.WALES
A strategic action plan for building research capability for health professionals in Wales.
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