Strengthening clinical research

Research ecosystem and Careers Clinical research Research funding

November 2020

1 minute

Strengthening clinical research: evidence summary

At a glance

This evidence summary examines the barriers facing UK clinical research and sets out priorities for strengthening the research environment, including improving regulation and governance, supporting research careers, enhancing infrastructure and fostering closer collaboration between the NHS, academia and industry.

Published: 5 November 2020

Strengthening clinical research evidence summary Nov 2020 (PDF, 119.21 KB)

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