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

  • Evaluation of a Co-Produced Overdose Detection Wristband

    4th July 2024

    A project funded by a grant from the Office for Life Sciences aimed to develop a wearable overdose detection wristband, The Brave Inclusion Overdose (BIO) Wristband, in collaboration with opioid users. Running from September to December 2023, the project involved focus groups, interviews, and trials with hostel residents and staff. The wristband, designed to emit an alarm upon detecting a lack of movement, was well-received but feedback indicated a need for a slimmer design and improvements in usability. Impact stories highlighted its life-saving potential, marking a significant step forward in harm reduction technology.

  • REN (Research Engagement Network programme) Community Research Engagement with Telford Gurdwara

    2nd July 2024

    The REN programme aims to increase diversity in research. Following a workshop in Telford, Kumlesh volunteered to become a research champion for the local Sikh community. Eager to engage her community in health and care research, she collaborated with us and Temple leaders.

  • 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.

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