Research, innovation and evaluation

Introduction

We always look for ways to improve our services and how we work. Therefore, the voice of our residents as well as our colleagues inform everything we do.

This page sets out the different ways you can get involved if you are a member of the public or a health and care professional.

Research, innovation and evaluation strategy

Read our Research, innovation and evaluation strategy

Take part in research

Be Part of Research

Be Part of Research enables you to find and take part in a range of health and care research. It’s easy to get involved. Simply sign up online and choose the health conditions you are interested in. You will be sent details of approved studies that match your interests to decide if you want to take part.

Find out about health and social care research across the UK

Join Dementia Research

Join Dementia Research is run by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) in partnership with:

The service enables you to register your interest in participating in dementia research and be matched to suitable studies.

Through Join Dementia Research, you can see what dementia research is taking place, both in your local area and across the UK.

For the latest health and care research opportunities you can get involved with, visit our Consultations and engagement page.

Advice sessions for ICS colleagues

If you have specific research, innovation or evaluation ideas or projects you would like to discuss or get help with, you can join one of our advice sessions.

These sessions run twice a week, on a Monday lunchtime or Thursday afternoon, and aim to provide early support to ICS colleagues.

To enquire about alternative dates or to book an appointment, please email the Research and Innovation team.