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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 4h

The REFRESH study received a favourable opinion from the Research Ethics Committee. We are now one step closer to opening to recruitment. #Research #ClinicalTrials #Refresh #RefreshStudy www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/pen...

The REFRESH trial

Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU): The REFRESH trial

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 3d

🎉The ENRICH trial🎉has been published in The Lancet - Ibrutinib and rituximab versus immunochemotherapy in patients with previously untreated mantle cell lymphoma @uhpnhs.bsky.social @cruk-mi.bsky.social @plymuni.bsky.social #Research #Clinicaltrial www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Ibrutinib and rituximab versus immunochemotherapy in patients with previously untreated mantle cell lymphoma (ENRICH): a randomised, open-label, phase 2/3 superiority trial

To our knowledge, this is the first randomised trial in untreated mantle-cell lymphoma to demonstrate significant improvement in progression-free survival for ibrutinib–rituximab compared to immunoche...

www.thelancet.com

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · 7d

Want to improve your knowledge & practice of clinical trials?

#UKCTUNetwork members offer a wide variety of learning & development opportunities covering all aspects of academic clinical research.

Find out more here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/learning-dev...

#ClinicalTrials #Training

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 9d

🎉The REFINE feasibility study officially closed to recruitment on 31st August 2025. A huge thank you to the teams across our three sites for their hard work, & to all the participants who consented to take part. The analyses are now underway! 🎉 @plymuni.bsky.social #Research #ClinicalTrials

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · 22d

Strong trial management keeps patient safety at the core of research.

From protocol development to site oversight, every process is designed to protect participants.

🔗 ukcrc-ctu.org.uk

#TrialManagement #UKCTUNetwork #WorldPatientSafetyDay2025

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 23d

📢Vacancy 📢 Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow - The Medical Statistics Group provides a methodological platform and support for large-scale & wide-ranging research projects & has collaborations with researchers across the University of Plymouth. www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DOO585/s...

Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow at University of Plymouth

An opportunity for an academic position as a Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow is available, as advertised on jobs.ac.uk. Apply now and explore other academic job openings.

www.jobs.ac.uk

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · 24d

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSING NEXT WEEK 🚨

Want to lead clinical trials with confidence?

Join our How to Be a Great Chief Investigator workshop in Glasgow on 9 Oct 2025.

✅ Learn from experienced researchers
🤝 Build your peer network

tinyurl.com/3k4zvvht

#UKCTUNetwork #ClinicalTrials #ResearchLeadership

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 28d

📢RECRUITED📢 The BOOST trial has recruited its first participant.
To learn more about the BOOST Trial, follow this link
www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/pen...
@plymuni.bsky.social #BOOST #Research

BOOST

PenCTU at the University of Plymouth: testing HMB supplementation to improve functional status in people with advanced liver cirrhosis.

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · 29d

Aidan Fox, a public contributor reflects on his experience on the trial so far.
For more information about the REFRESH trial, please follow this link-https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/penctu/refresh-trial @plymuni.bsky.social #REFRESH #RESEARCH

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · Sep 5

🎉New Publication 🎉STEPS II study protocol has been published in the BMJ Open - bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/9...
To learn more about the trial, check out plymouth.ac.uk/steps2 #STEPS2 #STEPSII #Clincialtrials #Research @plymuni.bsky.social
@parkinsons.org.uk

Efficacy of peroneal nerve functional electrical stimulation (FES) for the reduction of bradykinesia in Parkinson’s disease: an assessor-blinded randomised controlled trial (STEPS II)—study protocol

Introduction Difficulty with walking can lead to reduced quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease (pwPD); improving walking is considered a treatment priority. Drug therapies can control PD...

bmjopen.bmj.com

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · Aug 15

The BOOST Trial has now opened to recruitment in
@uhpnhs.bsky.social , St George’s-London and
@nhsuhlg.bsky.social (Aintree). To find out more about the study visit the website: plymouth.ac.uk/research/pen... #BOOSTstudy #Research @plymuni.bsky.social

BOOST

PenCTU at the University of Plymouth: testing HMB supplementation to improve functional status in people with advanced liver cirrhosis.

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jul 10

New to on-site, remote, or central monitoring as an academic trialist?

This #UKCTUNetwork Handbook is a practical resource for training and ongoing reference.

Download your copy, and other helpful resources, here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/clinical-tri...

#ClinicalTrials #ResearchSupport

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jul 14

The #UKCTUNetwork is committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative & transparent environment across CTUs - driven by continuous improvement, knowledge-sharing, & mutual respect for experience and insight.

Learn more here ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/network-stra...

#ClinicalTrials #UKCTUNetworkStrategy

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Brain Tumour Research @braintumourrsch.bsky.social · Jul 8

Today campaigners, including Dr Scott Arthur, Brain Tumour Research, and cross-party supporters visited the House of Lords to inform and prepare members ahead of the #RareCancersBill’s journey through the Upper House.

https://bit.ly/44kffLK

#BrainTumourResearch #TogetherWeWillFindACure

House of Lords introduced to Rare Cancers Bill

Dr Scott Arthur and his supporters were at the House of Lords meeting members of the Upper House, to prepare, inform and guide them through the Rare Cancers Bill.

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jul 7

Investigator-Initiated Trials are vital to non-commercial research.

The Chief Investigators Network Group is working to strengthen collaborations between CTUs & CIs, & share best practice in trial development & delivery.

🔗 ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/chief-invest...

#UKCTUNetwork #ClinicalTrials

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 26

AI is on the rise—but could it (or should it) play a role in clinical trials, and how? 🤖

Our first post-lunch session dives into the possibilities, kicking off with a demo of an SAP Bot by Alex Zimmerman.

#UKCTUNetwork #TrialStatistics #CTUStats2025

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 26

Piers Gaunt opens our discussion on AI in clinical trials with a Tolkien-inspired (and AI-generated) call to join the Fellowship of the Roundtable. 🧙‍♂️

Let the conversation begin!

#UKCTUNetwork #TrialStatistics #CTUStats2025

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 26

Excellent update on the new CONSORT/SPIRIT Statement by Brennan Kahan @mrcctu.bsky.social who discusses the important changes in reporting guidelines for clinical trials.

#UKCTUNetwork #TrialStatistics #CTUStats2025 #CONSORT2025

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Brain Tumour Research @braintumourrsch.bsky.social · Jun 25

Scientists at our Centre of Excellence @plymuni.bsky.social have identified a protein, ANXA3, that helps meningioma tumours grow. Blocking it in lab tests slowed or stopped tumour growth, offering hope for less invasive, more personalised treatments. 💛

New discovery could lead to less invasive treatments for meningioma tu

Discover how a promising breakthrough from researchers at the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at the University of Plymouth could transform how we treat meningioma.

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University of Plymouth @plymuni.bsky.social · Jun 25

University research paves the way for more personalised and effective brain tumour treatments 🧠
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/univers... @braintumourrsch.bsky.social

PhD research Maryam Shah working in the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence.

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 24

Modernising the research means embracing tech, digital records, and better data sharing.

The #UKCTUNetwork is committed to using digital & other novel tools to streamline research, reduce environmental impact, & reach more people in their communities.

Find out more here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk

UKCRC

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 20

Staff in registered #UKCTUNetwork clinical trials units are experts in navigating the complexities of the research process from trial design through to delivery and final analysis.

Find out more about what CTUs can do here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/the-ctu-offer/

#Red4Research

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 20

🔴 It’s #Red4Research Day when we celebrate the incredible work of everyone who participates in, supports, and undertakes clinical research. 🔴

Find out more here ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/red4research...

How are you marking the day?

#UKCTUNetwork

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Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) @penctu.bsky.social · Jun 19

The team are ready for lots of networking today at the Plymouth Clinical Research Showcase. @uhpnhs.bsky.social @plymuni.bsky.social #Research #ClinicalTrials

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UK CTU Network @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk · Jun 16

The #UKCTUNetwork is dedicated to mentoring, training & supporting the next generation of talent within CTUs—building strong academic leadership & governance for the future.

Read more here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/network-stra...

#ClinicalTrials #UKCTUNetworkStrategy

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