Research is a central and essential part of what we do within the NHS. The pursuit of the best evidence-based practices and treatments for our patients, service users, carers, and staff, sits at the heart of what we do as a Trust. It also fully aligns with the Trust values of People, Empowerment and Partnership.

Research is one of our strategic quality objectives: “We will engage in a comprehensive programme of research to enable practice to be built on the best available evidence”.

The Research and Innovation (R&I) Department, led by Ruth Lambley-Burke, oversees research projects, promotes, and encourages a research culture within the Trust.

More detailed information on all the research services we provide to the Trust can be found on this website.

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Research & Innovation News

  • MPFT Leading the way at National Conference

    15th August 2024

    The British and Irish Group for the Study of Personality Disorder (BIGSPD) conference in Belfast showcased significant contributions from the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). Mel Ball, Director for Lived Experience, delivered a plenary on co-production and lived experience leadership. Additionally, Dr. Gary Lamph was announced as the new Co-President of BIGSPD, emphasizing the organisation’s commitment to collaborative leadership.

  • One Year In: Over 1,300 Learners Enrolled in 'Starting Out in Health and Social Care Research' Course

    31st July 2024

    In its first year, the 'Starting Out in Health and Social Care Research' course has made a remarkable impact, enrolling over 1,300 learners from 88 countries. This innovative, free online course, created by the Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) in partnership with Keele University, and the University of Worcester, offers comprehensive guidance designed to equip health and social care professionals with essential research skills, empowering them to take their first steps into the world of research.

  • New research appointments to inspire nurses and AHPs at MPFT

    28th July 2024

    Two researchers from Keele University School of Nursing and Midwifery and MPFT’s Professor Rheumatology Nursing are looking to inspire nurses and Allied Health Professionals to become more involved in research.

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