Research and Development
Research helps us develop better treatments, deepen our understanding of disease, and improve patient care. Explore our latest studies and see what we're working on.
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Research helps us develop new treatments, understand and prevent illnesses, and improve our patient’s quality of life.
We’re involved in a number of research projects in areas such as mental health, dementia, diabetes, sexual health, tissue viability, eating disorders, and Coronavirus (COVID-19).
In 2023/24 863 people participated in our research, and our 2023/24 national Participant Research Experience Survey results indicated that 87% would consider taking part in research again.
Get involved in our research studies
Research at Berkshire Healthcare spans a wide range of studies from testing new medicines and treatments to surveys that explore your thoughts and experiences. Each study plays a vital role in advancing knowledge and improving healthcare.
Are you ready to make an impact?
Take the next step towards shaping the future of healthcare by finding a study that interests you.
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Explore studiesGiving your informed consent
Participation in research is always voluntary. You have the right to make your decision without any pressure, and you can withdraw at any time.
Before you join a study, our Research team will guide you through the consent process, ensuring you:
- are fully informed about the study
- have enough time to consider whether you’d like to take part
- can ask any questions you may have
We want you to feel confident and comfortable every step of the way.
I have a few questions first
Myth-busting: What does research involve?
Many people think research is only about testing new medicines or medical devices. In reality, research can include a variety of activities, such as:
- Participating in surveys or interviews.
- Testing new therapies or interventions.
- Sharing your thoughts and experiences to shape future care.
Our research performance
We are one of the most research active Mental Health and Community Trusts in England. This means we offer a greater number of opportunities to high quality research projects to our patients and staff members compared to other similar Trusts.
Find out more by reading our annual reports.
