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e8875589-cdeb-4504-8e6c-2c5922e46645 ADOPTED PROJECT: Breast Cancer Choices: Evaluation and implementation of a digital patient-centred decision aid to support genetic testing in mainstream care. ADOPTED PROJECT: Breast Cancer Choices: Evaluation and implementation of a digital patient-centred decision aid to support genetic testing in mainstream care. Principal Investigator: Dr Katherine Morton, Senior Research Fellow Team: Dr Gillian Crawford, Consultant Genetic Counsellor, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Dr Lucy Side, Consultant and Lead Clinician in Clinical Genetics, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Dr Jackie Chandler, Evaluation Programme Manager (Qualitative), Wessex Academic Health Science Network, Dr Kate Lippiett, Senior Research Fellow, Wessex Cancer Alliance, Prof Diana Eccles, Dean of Medicine, Professor of Cancer Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, University Hospital Southampton, Prof Claire Foster, Professor of Psychosocial Oncology, University of Southampton, Mrs Lesley Turner, Patient and Public Involvement contributor, Ms Kelly Kohut, Consultant Genetic Counsellor, St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Start date: 1 May 2022 End date: 1 May 2024 Background The demand for genetic testing for inherited cancer susceptibility is rising and services are increasingly being provided in mainstream care. In Wessex last year, more than 180 genetic tests were offered to cancer patients in mainstream care, and this will increase in 2022 as more genetic services become mainstreamed and eligibility criteria are expanded. This means that genetic testing is offered by clinicians such as oncologists, surgeons and cancer nurse specialists rather than Clinical Genetic services. It is part of a move to routinely offer genetic testing to all cancer patients where there may be clinical benefit. The results of genetic testing can improve health outcomes by informing optimal treatment pathways and facilitating cancer prevention or early detection in family members. However, deciding whether to have genetic testing is a complex, personal decision with potentially life-changing implications for the patient and family. Many people with cancer are faced with this decision shortly after diagnosis, at an already stressful time. Without the support of specialist genetic counsellors to discuss the medical, psychological and social consequences of genetic testing, it is essential that these patients are given accessible and appropriate support as a complement to clinical conversations. Mainstream clinicians feel they lack the necessary skills and time to support patients in this complex decision process. Web-based decision aids could offer an effective solution, giving patients the flexibility to reflect on and discuss information about genetic testing in their own time, in light of their own personal values. Breast Cancer Choices is one such web-based decision aid which was developed through a two-year research project funded by Breast Cancer Now involving extensive patient input and a review of evidence. By evaluating the implementation of Breast Cancer Choices in mainstream services, we would not only provide improved support to breast cancer patients currently undergoing this difficult process, but also identify wider-reaching implications regarding how best to support patients with other cancers in the national move towards genetic testing. As 1 in 2 people in the UK are expected to develop cancer in their lifetime, with 5-10% of these cancers estimated to be due to inherited predisposition, a clear implementation strategy for mainstream genetic testing is essential. Overall, the project aims to evaluate the impact of Breast Cancer Choices on patient’s decision making and clinician experiences in mainstream care, and to understand how web-based decision aids can be effectively implemented across mainstream cancer care.

ARC qualitative network Aim The aim of the group is to encourage debate and discussion about the place of qualitative research in health research, its core concepts and methods in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere. The group is multidisciplinary with over 140 participants drawn mainly from di fferent faculties (Health Science, Medicine, Psychology, Sociology) and universities across Wessex, and some national and international participants. The group aims to be helpful and facilitate the use and development of qualitative research in health, illness and care. Participants The group is primarily concerned with providing a peer support network and the development of knowledge and skills of early and mid-career researchers who are conducting or interested in qualitative research. Frequency of meetings The group meets every 2-3 months to discuss a specific topic related to qualitative research, with selection of topic normally driven by the members and their interests and needs. Webinar 1 May 2020 - Qualitative Longitu dinal Research (QLR) - hosted by Dr Eloise Radcliffe, from the MacMillan Survivorship Research Group & Dr Meredith Tavener, University of Newcastle, Australia Webinar 8 July 2020 - Phone and online qualitative interviews - hosted by Dr Sofia Strommer and Dr Kinda Ibrahim Webinar 2 October 2020 - Teaching and Qualitative Research Webinar 11 February 2021 - Realist synthesis - Webinar by Dr Ivaylo Vassilev, Dr Alejandra Recio Saucedo & Dr Ksenia Kurbatskaya as part of ARC Qualitative Network Webinar 12 February 2021 - Realist Synthesis Exercise for Context, Mechanism and Outcome (CMO) configuration - with Dr Ivaylo Vassilev, Dr Alejandra Recio Saucedo & Dr Ksenia Kurbatskaya as part of the ARC Qualitative Research Network Webinar 19 March 2021 - Innovative ideas for Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in qualitative research - March 19 2021 - Presented by Dr Caroline Barker (ARC PPI lead) and Carmel McGrath - Chaired by Dr Kinda Ibrahim (download copy of presentation) Webinar Friday 18 June, 2021 11.00am-12.30pm - How to conduct a systematic review and synthesis of qualitative studies - Speakers and researchers, Dr Teresa Corbett and Dr Kate Lippiett, who will share their recent experiences in conducting systematic reviews of qualitative studies, top tips and issues to avoid. (Download copy of presentation) Webinar December 8, 2021 - 1.00pm-2.30pm - Dr Kat Bradbury explain the value of using Qualitative Research in designing interventions - A Person Based Approach (Download a copy of presentation) Webinar March 29, 2022 - 1.00pm-2.00pm - Dr Sarah Fearn and Mrs Veena Agarwal Content analysis of interviews and surveys: Methodology and application (Download a copy of the presentation) Webinar April 28, 2022 - 11.00am-12.30pm -Dr Amanda Blatch-Jones and Dr Katie Meadmore share their experience of using netnography to explore funding committee practice allocation of research funding. (Download a copy of the presentation) Webinar June 9, 2022 - Professor Carl May presents “qualitative studies of innovations in treatment, organisations, and delivery of healthcare services: how the normalisation process theory coding manual can help?" Webinar October 6, 2022 -Dr Kate Lyle and Dr Susie Weller : Exploring the complexity of patient journeys: analysing, representing and communicating experiences through visual methods Webinar March 29, 2023 - download slides : WATCH: Video Reflexive Ethnography as a research and healthcare improvement tool – methodology and application. Webinar September 15, 2023: Watch:Decolonising qualitative research: Employing a critical cultural safety lens to address inequity and social justice Dr Elissa Elvidge Slides Webinar December 1, 2023: Watch: ARC Qualitative Research Network: Understanding Narratives Through Timeline Drawings. Webinar March 12, 2024: Watch: ARC Qualitative Network: Co-Production Webinar May 15, 2024: Watch: ARC Qualitative Network: Photo Elicitation Webinar September 2024: Watch: ARC Qualitative Network: Think Aloud Slides set 1 and Slide set 2 Webinar December 5 2024 - Using I-Poems for Deeper Insights in Qualitative Data Analysis Slides Using i-poems for deeper insights in qualitative data analysis - Lisa Ballard UoS Using I-Poems to extract the essence of a participant's experience - Chloe Langford Uos Webinar June 3 2025 - Qualitative Research Network - Digital Stories for enabling the voices of autistic children and young people to contribute to transitions in education, health and social care settings. Resources The group has developed a “MUST READ LIST” for qualitative researchers that include articles and books that discuss different areas including: challenges of conducting qualitative research; ensuring quality in qualitative research; the place of different methods of data collection; teaching qua litative research. We built this dedicated resource to help and advise people and we are constantly updating the list to include any further useful resources. If you would like to update the Must Read list email Jamie.stevenson@soton.ac.uk The group has also started building a resource of people with their expertise so members can identify at a glance the most suitable person(s) within the group to help, advise, and support on a particular topic. If you would like to add your details, please click here Group Convenor If you would like to know more about the group or interested in joining in please email Dr Kinda Ibrahim K.ibrahim@soton.ac.uk

4eb65901-c241-410c-86cb-3a42cbe62229 The feasibility and acceptability of a collaborative deprescribing intervention to reduce anticholinergic burden among hospitalised older patients. Digital Anticholinergic Reduction Tool (DART) Chief Investigator: Dr Kinda Ibrahim Associate Professor, School of Primary Care, Population Sciences and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton Team: Dr Stephen Lim, Principal Clinical Research Fellow, Honorary Consultant Geriatrician, Academic Geriatric Medicine, University Hospital Southampton. Dr Eloise Radcliffe, Senior Research Fellow, School of Primary Care, Population Sciences and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton Dr Emily Smith, Research Fellow, Pharmacy, University Hospital Southampton Dr Cathrine McKenzie, Pharmacy and Critical Care, University Hospital Southampton Mr Andrew Bates, Critical Care Nurse, Research Manager and NIHR Clinical Doctoral Research Fellow, University Hospital Southampton. Dr Andy Fox, Consultant Pharmacist Medicines Safety, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton General Hospital Dr Sara Mckelvie, Clinical lecturer, School of Primary Care, Population Sciences and Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton. Mr Edward Hewertson, Geriatric consultant, Medicine for Older People, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, General Hospital Prof Tracey Sach, Professor in Health Economics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton Mrs Sarah Bennett, Medicine for Older People Lead Pharmacist, Pharmacy Department, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton General Hospital Mr Kenny Fraser, co-founder of TRISCRIBE. Mrs Pam Holloway and Mr Neil Wilson (Patient representatives) Start: 1 October 2024 Duration: 31 March 2026 Partners: University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Triscribe Limited, Health Innovation Wessex. Why this research is important? It is estimated that over one third of all older adults are prescribed medication which are known to have “anticholinergic” side effects. These anticholinergic side effects can include an increased risk of falls, delirium, and memory problems. People who have a high number of anticholinergic medications have an increased risk of these side effects. This can be measured as their anticholinergic burden (ACB). Several tools have been developed to assess the ACB score, by checking a person’s medication list, with the aim of reducing these medications where possible (deprescribing). The study aim The project team worked with a company to design an online tool which can calculate the total ACB score for patients using their electronic medication list. It can also list the individual anticholinergic medications contributing to that score. Patients with high ACB score will be highlighted to healthcare staff including pharmacists, nurses, and doctors. In this project, we plan to understand how this tool can be used by clinicians in older persons wards to reduce the number of anticholinergic medications prescribed where appropriate. Our approach Working with doctors and pharmacists in one large hospital, we agreed how the tool should be used. First, pharmacists with check weekly using the digital tool how many patients have high ACB scores. Then they would highlight in patients’ medical notes the list of medications with high anticholinergic effects using a sticker note. The doctor looking after the patient then sees the note which would prompt him/her to either stop the drug, reduce the dose or switch to a safer drug. We will test this intervention among 50 patients admitted to older people wards. We will collect information before and after receiving the intervention including number and type of medications prescribed, quality of life, and cognition. We will also talk to staff and patients to understand their views about the intervention, any challenges, and how to improve the process. Involving patients and public Two patient and public contributors have been actively involved in developing this research proposal. They represent an older person with comorbidity and polypharmacy and a carer, and both have lived experience of managing polypharmacy following hospital admission. They will continue to provide input on study procedures and materials and contribute to plans for sharing the findings. Sharing the study findings We will share the findings with public, health professionals, researchers and policymakers through plain English summaries, social media, policy briefing documents, scientific papers, conferences and other meetings.

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aeb3153c-5d74-4046-b64a-afed7e369f76 Understanding the Networks, Effects and Teams involved in Community Alternatives to ACute Hospitalisation for Older People in Hampshire and Isle of Wight Region – CAtCH-NET Chief Investigator: Dr Natalie Cox, NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer Geriatric Medicine, Academic Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton Team: Dr Stephen Lim, Principal Clinical Research Fellow, Academic Geriatric Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton & Honorary Consultant Geriatrician University Hospital Southampton NHS FT Dr Sara McKelvie, NIHR Clinical Lecturer Primary Care Research, Primary Care Research Centre, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton Dr Carole Fogg, Senior Research Fellow, School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton Start: 1 October 2024 End: 31 March 2026 Partners: Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Healthcare Foundation Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, University of Southampton Background Many older people within Hampshire and Isle of Wight (HIOW) live with several health conditions. These may suddenly worsen, requiring rapid assistance from healthcare professionals. Often it is best to provide this in the person’s own home, so urgent community-based services have expanded. Despite this, many older people attend hospital within HIOW. Some are discharged within 24 hours, indicating they too might be better managed at home. Therefore, increasing home support is a priority. To achieve this, we need to understand how urgent care services for older people are currently working. Aim To understand current use of urgent care services for older people in HIOW ICS, alongside factors that promote or hinder provision. Objectives 1. To establish the priorities of key stakeholders. 2. To describe the attributes of older people who are discharged within 24 hours from hospitals, who are seen by specialist teams for older people early in their arrival. 3. To explore experiences of healthcare professionals and patients regarding urgent care services for older people. 4. To learn the type and amount of data routinely collected within urgent community-based care services for older people within HIOW and whether we can link this together, to understand care pathways older people may experience. Design We will initially conduct workshops to engage and discuss with key people who commission and plan healthcare, to identify the key regional priorities within the scope of the project. We will use routinely collected information from the hospitals with urgent specialist services for older people and perform statistics to describe the service use and the types of patients supported by them. Working together with data analysts, we will scope out and report on the types of data collected by community services. We will interview healthcare staff who refer into, or work within, the urgent services and patients who have used them. We will analyse the transcripts to give an account of their experiences of the services. Patients and public Members of the public have advised on the initial study outline and will be members of the study group. They will give input on study materials and interview questions and aid in interpreting results, as well as guiding the best ways to share our findings for a public audience. Dissemination Our results will describe the older people aided by urgent community-based services and those attending hospital who might be managed at home. It will describe factors that promote or hinder support at home. We will share findings within the region, topublicisethe healthcare work in urgent care for older people. This will improve knowledge and aid in service design and delivery.

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9651ede0-0793-4179-aed8-009aca83e877 Developing Pathways for older adults who are also drinking at increased-risk levels Older adults Alcohol Pathway (OAP) Chief Investigator: Julia Sinclair , Professor of Addiction Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton. Co-Investigators: Stephen Lim, Consultant Geriatrician, NIHR ARC Wessex Ageing and Dementia Theme Lead, university Hospital Southampton Melinda King, Lived Experience Consultant Becky Band, Associate Professor, University of Swansea Partners: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, University of Southampton, Hampshire County Council, Southampton City Council, Wessex Health Partners, Inclusion (community treatment provider of addiction services), CGL, ‘With you’ Community Addiction Services Bournemouth and Poole, NIHR School of Primary care. Start: 1 October 2024 End: 31 March 2026 Summary Alcohol once swallowed is absorbed into every organ of the body as well as affecting the mind. Although approximately 80% of people in Wessex drink alcohol, many people remain unaware of the harm it causes even at relatively low levels. As people age, they are more likely to develop long term health conditions, which alcohol can adversely affect as well as putting them at increased risk of medication interactions, memory problems, and falls. We know that older adults may feel more uncomfortable talking about their alcohol use compared with younger people. This can create barriers to accessing help. Beyond this, very little is known about the reasons why older adults drink alcohol and how this may interact with other aspects of their lives. The aim of this project is to build on our first study which recruited 29 people over 65 years admitted to University Hospital Southampton (UHS) whose alcohol consumption was at increased risk levels (OLA study). To do this we will: Access routinely collected data from all patients (over the age of 65 years) admitted to UHS during the time of our OLA study (1.8.23 -1.8.24). This is over 70,000 admissions to hospital, of whom over 17,000 had a measure of alcohol use (AUDIT -C) taken on admission. From this we wish to examine the impact that increased risk levels of alcohol consumption had on how long people stayed in hospital, their nutritional status (from blood test whilst in hospital), the medications they were prescribed, and their health outcomes. Interview a community sample of patients over the age of 65 years who may have significant levels of distress, long term conditions and who may also use alcohol at increased risk levels, to better understand their diverse needs and optimise outcomes. Bring together an engaged and active stakeholder group of experts by experience and training in this field; including patients, carers, clinicians, social care workers, providers, commissioners and academics to help review and interpret the results of the first OLA study and this new information and to build a network to apply for further funding to take this work forward. We anticipated that these three strands of work will occur in parallel over the next 18 months as part of developing a fully funded application for a programme grant to take the work forward. Our collaborators in Wessex and beyond will enable us both to contribute to the very small evidence base in this area but also to set up and test pathways that may be effective and sustainable.

Checklist, webinar and resources Project Outputs Buy-in and Engagement Fit with Health and Social Care Systems Alignment with Health and Social Care Priorities Outcomes and Impact Adoption and Spread Checklist, webinar and resources Quick links: The ARC Wessex Implementation Team have developed a process to assess the implementation factors of ARC projects outputs. Our Implementation Checklist assesses how far research teams have considered implementation and enables us to determine the level of input we need to provide to support the implementation process. The checklist comprises six domains representing key elements in the process leading to implementation. Within each domain there are a set of statements addressing different aspects of this process and the conditions required for implementation. In addition, there are several questions which are intended as prompts to help make the assessment. To complete the checklist, think about your project and consider each statement within the domain and its accompanying question(s). Decide if you agree or disagree with the statement by placing a tick in the relevant column. You should also think about the evidence you have to support your response and details of this should be provided in the last column. If you have questions about the checklist email, please send these to arcwessex@soton.ac.uk addressed to the “Implementation Team” Complete the evaluation survey implementation checklist Implementation Checklist The ARC Wessex Implementation Team have developed a process to assess the implementation factors of ARC projects outputs. Our Implementation Checklist assesses how far research teams have considered implementation and enables us to determine the level of input we need to provide to support the implementation process. The checklist comprises six domains representing key elements in the process leading to implementation. Within each domain there are a set of statements addressing different aspects of this process and the conditions required for implementation. In addition, there are several questions which are intended as prompts to help make the assessment. To complete the checklist, think about your project and consider each statement within the domain and its accompanying question(s). Decide if you agree or disagree with the statement by placing a tick in the relevant column. You should also think about the evidence you have to support your response and details of this should be provided in the last column. If you have questions about the checklist email, please send these to arcwessex@soton.ac.uk addressed to the “Implementation Team” Download implementation checklist Learn more about implementation checklist Download implementation checklist Download the poster Introduction to Implementation - Dr David Kryl (video) Virtual workshop recorded in October 2020 (video) Use the Web-based Implementation Toolkit Video gallery Video gallery Implementation resources Bitesize guides to Implementation Bitesize guides to Implementation Play Video Play Video 10:12 Implementation Bitesize session 1- Dr David Kryl Implementation bitesize 1 - An introduction to Implementation by Dr David Kryl (10 minutes) Play Video Play Video 15:29 Implementation presentation Session 2 Dr Michelle Myall Implementation bitesize 2 - Implementation Science and Frameworks by Dr Michelle Myall Play Video Play Video 09:51 Implementation bitesize 3 - Checklist by Cindy Brooks Implementation bitesize 3 - Checklist by Cindy Brooks (10 minutes) Play Video Play Video 13:48 Implementation Bite size 4 Q & A.mp4 The ARC Wessex Implementation team answers your questions Implementation Checklist Play Video Play Video 10:54 Introduction to Implementation - Dr David Kryl Introduction to Implementation - Dr David Kryl (video) Play Video Play Video 01:15:22 Virtual workshop recorded in October 2020 Virtual workshop recorded in October 2020 (video) Summer Series 2021 Summer series 2021 Play Video Play Video 19:54 Summer Series Session 1: Study Outputs, Buy in & Engagement Cindy Brooks and Dr Michelle Myall explain Implementation in a series of summer sessions Live Q & A session Thursday 7th October 12.00pm Play Video Play Video 15:31 Summer Series Session 2: Fit and alignment with health and social care systems & priorities Summer Series Session 2: Fit and alignment with health and social care systems & priorities by Dr Michelle Myall and Cindy Brooks Play Video Play Video 11:12 Summer Series Session 3: Outcomes and Impact and Adoption and Spread Cindy Brooks and Dr Michelle Myall explain Implementation in a series of summer sessions Live Q & A session Thursday 7th October 12.00pm

Web-based Implementation Toolkit (WIT) Quick links: Project Outputs Buy-in and Engagement Fit with Health and Social Care Systems Alignment with Health and Social Care Priorities Outcomes and Impact Adoption and Spread Checklist, webinar and resources Quick links: Project Outputs This Web-based Implementation Toolkit (WIT) is designed to be easy to use and intended for a variety of users, projects and settings where implementation is planned or being considered. Implementation is the attempt to introduce a new intervention, innovation or policy developed through research and apply it to health and/or social care and the third sector. WIT provides you with an interactive Implementation Wheel, Checklist and bite-size Webinars (average 10 minutes) to support you through your implementation journey. Who is WIT for? WIT recognises the need to provide freely available, accessible and simple to use tools that focus on key considerations at the outset of a project. WIT was through interactive workshops with health and social care professionals, third sector organisation professionals, academics and members of the public. Anyone looking to understand more about or engage in implementation. Why use WIT? When to use WIT Adoption and Spread Project Outputs Buy-in and Engagement Fit with Health and Social Care Systems Alignment with Health and Social Care Priorities Outcomes and Impact implementation Implementation is the attempt to introduce a new intervention, innovation or policy developed through research and apply it to health and/or social care and the third sector. co-produced Co-production refers to a way of working together, often with service users, to reach a collective output. testing From the beginning – when first considering and designing a project Throughout all stages of your implementation journey and beyond To guide you through implementation considerations for your project There are six wheel domains to help you consider what is required for implementation. Click on a domain segment to find out more. How to use WIT Use the interactive Implementation Wheel, Checklist and bitesize Webinars to support you on your implementation journey and beyond. The six Wheel domains can be used iteratively, and in no particular order. The Checklist is downloadable and consists of the same domains as the Wheel. You can use this to complete with your team and check progress of your implementation journey. The Webinars , approximately 10 minutes duration, provide sessions relating to the six Wheel and Checklist domains and also to an introduction to implementation and implementation theories and frameworks. Hover on keywords to see definitions Other words in bold represent key learning points The Resources section provides suggestions for other resources you may find helpful. Feedback via our short survey If you fulfil the criteria on the attached poster , Researchers from the School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton/NIHR ARC Wessex would like you to test WIT by providing feedback via a short survey . Or alternatively scan the QR code. Thank you. Contact us If you have any questions about WIT, please contact: C.F.Brooks@soton.ac.uk Disclaimer The development of WIT has been supported by the NHS Insight Prioritisation Programme (NIPP). The views expressed are those of the authors and not necessarily those of the NHS. The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of this website. How to cite Brooks, C.F., Lund, S., Kryl, D., and Myall M. (2023) Web-based Implementation Toolkit (WIT). University of Southampton. Available at: www.arc-wx.nihr.ac.uk/web-implementation-toolkit Accessibility We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to as many people as possible. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of the website.

Healthier Southampton Many of the things that affect our health also affect the environment. For example, the foods that we eat and whether we walk or drive. Some of these things also affect whether we can access good quality, nutritional food- for example, what lunches are provided by schools or colleges, and whether people can get a local allotment. It can be useful to see weight, food, and the environment as part of a complex system, a web of things that all influence each other. We are running a research exercise with local community members in Southampton on the 26th November, and we’ll share the results of that meeting here. We will run some more community gatherings on 3rd December 2025 where we will talk through the results of our research exercise and take part in a series of activities in small groups designed to explore the Southampton system in more detail. If you have any questions or comments about this research, please email j.l.barker@soton.ac.uk .

Courses and resources Seminar, courses and w orkshops Read more Resou rces for finding a mentor Read more Information on organisations that can help with your research application Read more Home > About us A guide to starting out in clinical academic research A guide to starting out in clinical academic research Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Search videos Search video... Now Playing What is a clinical academic career #1 07:42 Play Video Now Playing Forming your team #2 05:17 Play Video Now Playing Finding a Mentor #3 04:10 Play Video Seminar, courses and workshops Seminars Senior Statistician - Dr David Culliford chairs a workshop explaining what tools and methods can be useful in statistical analysis in research Short courses Details of our short courses coming soon... Seminar Resources for finding a mentor As part of our support for anyone wanting to become a Clinical Academic we have gathered some information that can be useful in finding a mentor: Resources: Before embarking on a mentoring relationship: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/documents/before-embarking-on-a-mentoring-relationship/27682 Beginning the mentoring relationship: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/documents/beginning-the-mentoring-relationship/27692 The Professional Mentor blog: https://www.theprofessionalmentor.com/blog.html Finding a mentor: Does your clinical Trust or academic partner institution offer a mentoring scheme? All doctoral and post-doctoral ICA awardees can access free, 1:1 clinical academic career mentorship through the mentorship scheme: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/explore-nihr/academy-programmes/hee-nihr-integrated-clinical-and-practitioner-academic-programme.htm#six For postdoctoral NIHR Academy Members, the NIHR Leaders Support and Development Programme is available: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/explore-nihr/academy-programmes/nihr-leaders-support-and-development-programme Resources for finding mentor Org that can help Information on organisations that can help with your research application Health Innovation Wessex Health Innovation Networks (HINs) are partnership bodies that bring together all partners across a regional health economy to improve the health of local communities. There are 15 HINs across England, established by NHS England in 2013 to spread innovation at pace and scale – improving health and generating economic growth. Each HIN works across a distinct geography serving a different population in each region. The HINs are: East Midlands Eastern Health Innovation Manchester Health Innovation Network Imperial College Health Partners Kent, Surrey and Sussex North East and North Cumbria Innovation Agency: Academic Health Science Network for the North West Coast Oxford South West UCLPartners Wessex West Midlands West of England Yorkshire & Humber Each HIN works within its own area to develop projects, programmes and initiatives that reflect the diversity of our local populations and healthcare challenges. However, we all share the following priorities: Promoting economic growth: fostering opportunities for industry to work effectively with the NHS Spreading innovation at pace and scale: creating the right environment, and supporting collaboration across boundaries Improving patient safety: using knowledge, expertise and networks to bring together patients, healthcare staff and partners to determine priorities and develop and implement solutions Optimising medicine use: ensuring that medication is used to its maximum benefit – improving safety and making efficient use of NHS resources Improving quality and reducing variation: by spreading best practice we increase productivity and reduce variation, thereby improving patient outcomes Putting research into practice: our strong links with academia mean we are uniquely placed to support the translation of research into clinical practice Collaborating on national programmes. NIHR Applied Research Collaboration Wessex NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) support applied health and care research that responds to, and meets, the needs of local populations and local health and care systems. The NIHR ARC Wessex is one of 15 ARCs across England, part of a £135 million investment by the NIHR to improve the health and care of patients and the public.