Joined September 2019
- Tweets 247
- Following 174
- Followers 184
- Likes 115
13 Photos and videos
DCHSResearch retweeted
15 May 2025
Getting involved with research is open to everyone!
Find out how you could help to inform and shape health and care research by browsing opportunities from across the UK on People in Research: peopleinresearch.org/
12
11
1,246
DCHSResearch retweeted
3 Feb 2025
Mike from Cornwall explains why he decided to take part in a clinical trial at his local GP practice.
He says the opportunity gave him "more access to medical support and individuals to talk to" about his condition.
Watch the video below to hear his story 👇
2
1
622
DCHSResearch retweeted
4 Feb 2025
Participation from people like you helps to shape the future of health and social care. 👩🦰👨🏾
Whether you are living with a condition or simply want to make a difference for others, you can help.
Find out how here ➡️ bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT Want to get involved in research?
4
5
510
DCHSResearch retweeted
27 Jan 2025
Are you a patient, member of the public or carer looking for an opportunity to get involved? Or a researcher with an opportunity for people to get involved in your work?
Head over to People in Research to browse and post opportunities: peopleinresearch.org/
ALT Find opportunities. "I want to get involved". Add opportunities. "I want people involved".
7
3
664
DCHSResearch retweeted
21 Jan 2025
Curious about what happens on a research study? 🤔
Studies could involve trailing a new medication, filling out a questionnaire or something completely different, like testing virtual reality technology.
Read more about what’s involved here: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT What does taking part in research involve?
10
11
776
DCHSResearch retweeted
Applications for the NIHR Advanced Fellowship close in a week.
If you have a PhD and want to further your postdoctoral career in health or care, this is your chance to take the next step in your research career and make a real impact.
Find details of the funding opportunity - nihr.ac.uk/funding/advanced-…
7
9
1,985
DCHSResearch retweeted
7 Jan 2025
🌟 Health and care research can only improve and save lives with the help of people like you.
Find a study you could take part in or register for our service by visiting Be Part of Research today 👉 bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/
ALT Discover how you could be part of research
9
16
726
DCHSResearch retweeted
#12DaysOfResearch | Day 1️⃣1️⃣: In early 2024, researchers on the @ProtectStudy found that practising and reading music helps people to sustain good memory and the ability to solve complex tasks. The researchers also found people who sing in a group have better verbal reasoning 🎶🎸
The study was part-funded by the @ExeterBRC and supported by @Peninsula_ARC.
Read more ➡️ nihr.ac.uk/news/playing-inst…
ALT 12 days of research, day eleven: Playing instrument linked to better brain health in older adults
3
8
1,746
DCHSResearch retweeted
NIHR’s latest e-learning module will help you uncover a range of influencing tactics, understand your influencing style and build an influencing toolkit.
Available to health and care researchers, the 40-minute course explores ways to engage people or groups and find strategies for overcoming influencing blockers.
Log in or register on NIHR Learn to find out more: learn.nihr.ac.uk/course/view…
ALT E-learning Leadership skills for researchers. Flexible online modules to help you learn the latest insights and study at your own pace. NIHR Learn learn.nihr.ac.uk
1
21
47
6,410
DCHSResearch retweeted
19 Dec 2024
More than 1 million people took part in research last year. Are you ready to join them?
There are lots of ways you can get involved, from taking part in a study to helping shape future research. Find out how ⬇️bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT There are lots of ways to take part in research
8
9
643
DCHSResearch retweeted
17 Dec 2024
Why involve members of the public in research?
Find out more about why you should involve patients, carers and the public and how to plan, support and resource public involvement in your research in our briefing notes for researchers: nihr.ac.uk/documents/briefin…
ALT Why involve members of the public in research? People who are affected by research have a right to have a say in it. Members of the public can provide a different perspective, Involvement members of the public can tailor your research to the needs of specific communities. public involvement can make research more relevant. Funding bodies and ethics committees will ask about your plans for public involvement.
33
47
2,667
DCHSResearch retweeted
17 Dec 2024
Researchers used our new matchmaking service to recruit 1,400 people to a study, which found 60% of people would welcome weight loss advice from dental practices.
Read more and find out how you can sign up to the service: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT More than 1,400 Be Part of Research volunteers take part in dentistry study
5
9
610
DCHSResearch retweeted
Are you interested in a career in health and social care research? Join us in Nottingham on the 23 January to learn about the range of research career options, and find out what opportunities are available to help you take the next step.
Register your interest now ➡️web.cvent.com/event/e384ad5c…
ALT Is a career in research for me? An event for students and new graduates 23 January 2025 | Trent Conference Centre, Nottingham
15
22
3,094
DCHSResearch retweeted
12 Dec 2024
Last year more than 1 million people took part in research to:
🤒 improve diagnosis
❌ learn more about prevention of illness
🧑🤝🧑 find new treatments and better ways to care for people
Could you help? Find out how on #BePartOfResearch: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT Discover how you can be part of research
2
290
DCHSResearch retweeted
13 Dec 2024
We patients, carers and members of the public to give feedback on health and social care research funding applications!
Be part of something that could shape the future of health research in the UK, give us your thoughts based on your experiences: nihr.ac.uk/patients-carers-a…
ALT Give feedback on funding applications
3
2
348
DCHSResearch retweeted
11 Dec 2024
A new study into a novel “pill-on-a-string” test has started.
The test, used in a previous study, has already helped Fred. He had chronic heartburn, a potential symptom of oesophageal cancer. His cancer was picked up early and he is now cancer-free.
youtu.be/4U1GkBo3u-I
ALT Meet Fred "It was possibly the luckiest day of my life. It's given me so far 5 years - and I hope for another 50."
3
8
432
DCHSResearch retweeted
9 Dec 2024
"I would recommend anyone consider taking part in studies because you never know how it might help you or society.”
🏅 Tony has a total of 18 marathons and 1 study under his belt. He took part in research on type 2 diabetes. Read his story: rdn.nihr.ac.uk/stories/takin…
ALT Meet Tony “I would recommend anyone consider taking part in studies because you never know how it might help you or society.”
1
5
5
441
DCHSResearch retweeted
5 Dec 2024
Participation from people just like you can help to shape the future of health and social care.
Whether you are living with a condition or simply want to make a difference for others, you can help.
Find out how here ➡️ bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/…
ALT Want to get involved in research?
1
2
3
398
DCHSResearch retweeted
Free online modules are available for health and care professionals interested in a #researchcareer. They are aimed at improving your clinical research awareness, knowledge and skills.
Find out more by registering or logging into NIHR Learn and searching for the Royal College Learning Programmes: learn.nihr.ac.uk/course/inde…
ALT Royal Colleges e-learning programme
1
28
41
6,455
DCHSResearch retweeted
3 Dec 2024
Did you know you can take part in research at your local GP practice?
Bryan, from Cornwall, was offered the chance to take part in a blood pressure study by his doctor.
In this video he explains why he decided to get involved. #BePartOfResearch
7
9
552