📢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... 1/2

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 www.bmj.com/content/390/...

🧑‍⚕️ 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-... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 🎯📖

🎉 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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 📘🍑

🍑 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 📄🎯

@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 @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 📊🧠

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: t.co/4TpYglBtnC @researchwales.bsky.social

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: mediwales.com/news/wales-f...

📝 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

📝 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

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

📢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

🎓 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

🚀 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

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

🎥 What is CLARITY PAD? Watch the animated explainer and meet the team behind the UK’s biggest PAD trial. 🔗 youtu.be/scdeOhs4HGY?... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @researchnbt.bsky.social

🧠 “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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk #WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️

🤝 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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk #WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️

💡 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 🏥🧠

💪 “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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk #WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️

🧡 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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk #WorldRefugeeDay2025 🌍🕊️

🎓 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... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 📖🔭

“We hope our findings will improve patient safety and quality of care.” – Dr Philip Pallmann, Cardiff University A key opportunity for limb- threatening Peripherial Arterial Disease (PAD) care in the UK. 🔗 www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/new... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk

On this World Refugee Day, it's good to remember the power of community... ...including community making great research happen! blogs.cardiff.ac.uk/centre-for-t... #WorldRefugeeDay2025

💊 Comparing: • Clopidogrel • Aspirin + Clopidogrel • Aspirin + Rivaroxaban CLARITY PAD could provide evidence to help save 1,600 lives and prevent 800 amputations every year. 🔗 www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/new... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @researchnbt.bsky.social

🌈 “As an Internationally Educated Nurse, I’m proud our voices are heard.” – Regina Reyes This plan supports all backgrounds in shaping the future of research. 🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social ❤️🌍

🧑‍⚕️ Nurses, midwives & AHPs now have clearer routes to engage with research. It’s about capacity, confidence & careers that combine care and curiosity. 🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 🚀📚

📊 1,239 people. 🏥 20–30 hospitals. The trial is on—exploring the safest and most effective treatment after limb angioplasty. 🔗 www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/new... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @researchnbt.bsky.social

🦵 Over 4,000 UK angioplasties each year. CLARITY PAD will reveal which blood thinners prevent stroke, heart attack, and amputation. 🔗 www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/new... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @researchnbt.bsky.social

🌍 Research is for everyone—from students to senior leaders. This new plan embeds research in every role and empowers professionals to lead change in care. 🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 📊🔬

@NorthBristolNHS is leading a £2.5m study to improve outcomes of treatment for blocked leg arteries. Collaborating with @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social ‪@bristoluni.bsky.social‬ the @clarity-trial.bsky.social study will compare 3 blood-thinning tablets ow.ly/uYzp50W9ZPR Funded ‪@nihr.bsky.social‬

🔬 £2.5 million to transform blocked artery treatment. CLARITY PAD is the UK’s largest trial of its kind—working to save limbs and lives. 🔗 www.nbt.nhs.uk/about-us/new... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk

🗣️ “Every day, AHPs, nurses & midwives ask questions, lead change & innovate.” — Ruth Crowder This plan celebrates that spirit & sets out a path for research to thrive across professions. 🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @vickylshepherd.bsky.social ✨👩‍⚕️

📣 A new action plan has launched to make research part of daily practice for nurses, midwives & AHPs in Wales. Backed by Welsh Government, it’s a big step forward in building a research-ready workforce. 🔗 www.gov.wales/improving-re... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 🏥📘

We’re delighted to share the new Clinical Director Framework developed by our CI Group It offers guidance for those developing clinical roles & promotes recognition of the time & effort needed to provide meaningful clinical input ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/chief-invest... #UKCTUNetwork #CTUDirectorsJun25

🔐 Privacy-first, insight-rich. CARE Lab will use the SAIL Databank to analyse anonymised records across services—securely linking routine data to improve policy and practice. 🔗 www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 🖥️🔒

👥 Lived experience matters. A dedicated group of disabled people and carers will shape CARE Lab’s research—ensuring the data is grounded in real lives, not just numbers. 🔗 www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social ❤️🧭

✨ A simple tool with profound impact. This research supports stroke survivors, amputees & others with upper limb challenges—ensuring BP doesn’t go unchecked. 🔗 news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social

🧩 Social care data is often underused. This new project, led by Cardiff University researchers, brings it together - unlocking patterns to better support individuals, families, and services 🔗 www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social 🗂️💬

New framework for engaging senior clinical input into CTUs - really please to see this work from our Chief Investigator Network Group of @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk come to fruition. ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/chief-invest...

🔍 A groundbreaking step for social care in Wales. CARE Lab will securely link data from health, social care, and the 2021 census—offering a fuller picture of who receives care and how services can improve. 🔗 www.cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/29... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk 🧠📊

🎙️ “Why should I not be able to have my blood pressure taken?” Sue Kent shares why this research matters—and how it offers peace of mind to those long overlooked. 🔗 news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social

In May 2025, we published our strategic plan for 2025 – 2030. Today, CTU Directors will be helping to shape the work plan to ensure that our activities remain focused and meaningful. You can download a copy of our strategy here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/network-stra... #UKCTUNetwork #CTUDirectorsJun25

📊 With data from 33,000+ people, researchers have created a tool to make ankle BP readings more accurate. That's 750 fewer misdiagnoses in England—tens of thousands globally. 🔗 news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social

🩺 Stroke, disability, or upper limb loss shouldn't block access to accurate care. This breakthrough ensures reliable BP readings—with reassurance and dignity. 🔗 news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social

🔬 For those who can’t have their blood pressure checked via the arm, this could be a lifeline. A new method transforms ankle readings into accurate results—offering hope to thousands. 🔗 news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h... @researchwales.bsky.social @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk @cardiffuni.bsky.social

Thank you to my excellent supervisors, clinical colleagues and PPI contributors Mike Horton, Karl Bang Christensen, Rhiannon Phillips, David Gillespie, Neil Mo, Janice Davies, Susan Campbell and Ernest Choy. And thank you to my colleagues at @ctrcardiffuni.bsky.social

With over 130 members from 14 countries, we working hard to share knowledge and facilitate the research to enable lower carbon clinical trials. Current resources can be found here: Network Hubs :: Enabling Lower Carbon Clinical Trials (CiCT) Project.

We have been so happy to work on this with the TMRP - how do we make our CTUs greener and more sustainable. @ukcrc-ctu.org.uk