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 nurses publish research on gardening as therapy within a care home setting

    10th June 2024

    The Covid-19 pandemic required innovative strategies to enhance the wellbeing of care home residents. Anna Redpath, an advanced nurse practitioner, and Carolyn Fleurat, a district nurse from MPFT, developed a pilot project which utilised gardening as therapy to improve health and wellbeing in a care home setting. Their project illustrates the profound impact of creative therapeutic interventions and provides valuable insights for future healthcare practices.

  • Inspiring Future Researchers: MPFT and Keele University Engage Local Schools in Clinical Research Education

    24th May 2024

    The MPFT Research & Innovation Department recently collaborated with the Keele University Clinical Trials Unit to deliver engaging sessions for Year 9 and 10 pupils at local schools.

  • Michael Mason Award for MPFT Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist

    1st May 2024

    Honorary Consultant Rheumatologist at MPFT and Keele University Professor of Rheumatology, Zoe Paskins, has won a national award for her research to improve the care of people living with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.

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