The Medical Sciences Interdivisional Research Ethics Committee of the University of Oxford is seeking to appoint an external lay member. Their role will be to review applications for ethics approval for research investigations in Medical Sciences and Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences, where ... READ MORE
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Ageing | Brain | COVID-19 | Lungs | Mental Health | Neurological Conditions | Other | Rare Diseases | Stroke | Vaccines |An opportunity for members of the public and patients to help design a rare disease research project
We are a team of researchers funded by the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (Oxford BRC), carrying out research on a rare genetic disease called Surfactant Protein Deficiency. Babies with this disease become very ill and often need to be admitted to intensive care units in hospitals (NICUs). ... READ MORE
PPI contributors wanted to shape research study on COPD and Health Anxiety
We are conducting a research study to understand the impact that having Health Anxiety may have on someone diagnosed with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). We are after PPI contributors who can offer their time and expertise to read over participant-facing documents and provide feedback. ... READ MORE
Do you have an interest in Parkinson’s disease or other long-term conditions? Understanding engagement with future planning conversations
I am a PhD student at Oxford Brookes University, looking at the experience of and engagement with planning for the future in people with Parkinson’s disease, those important to them, and healthcare teams who support them. The aim of my research is to inform approaches to future planning ... READ MORE
Impact of migration on ethnic identity
I am a trainee clinical psychologist at the Oxford Institute of Clinical Psychology Training & Research. For my thesis project I am carrying out a feasibility study of a new intervention we have developed. The intervention is targeted at people from minority ethnic backgrounds who are feeling ... READ MORE
Seeking New Members for Diversity in Research Group
The Oxford and Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centres (BRCs) are seeking new public members for its Diversity in Research Group. We are particularly looking members from communities that are currently under-represented in health research including: Black, African, Asian and Caribbean ... READ MORE
Inclusive research practice methods
We are aiming to make the methods we use in our research more inclusive. This means going through the different research methods we use to work out which aspects of research recruitment and techniques currently prevent people from diverse backgrounds taking part. We would like to consult with a ... READ MORE
Feedback needed: Research study on Tuberculosis (TB)
Who are we looking for? We are looking for anyone who has lived with people suffering from TB. You don't need any experience of research studies or how they work. What will it involve? About 30 minutes discussion with our researchers, at a time convenient for you. They will explain the study idea ... READ MORE
Are you interested in joining a PPI group to help with COVID-19 studies?
COVID-19 studies have different areas of focus and sometimes you may need to have particular experience. ... READ MORE