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National Cancer Research Network

The National Cancer Research Network (NCRN) provides the NHS with the infrastructure to support cancer clinical trials in England. Our aim is to improve the speed, quality and integration of research with the ultimate aim of improving patient care. NCRN was established by the Department of Health in April 2001 and has already succeeded in doubling patient accrual into cancer clinical trials.... www.ncrn.org.uk

National Institute for Health Research

The National Institute for Health Research is now established as a part of the Government's strategy, 'Best Research for Best Health'. Together we are committed to establishing the NHS as an internationally recognised centre of research excellence through supporting outstanding individuals, working in world-class facilities, conducting leading-edge research focused on the needs of patients and the public.... click here

National Patient Safety Agency

The National Research Ethics Service (NRES) was launched on 1 April 2007 and comprises the former Central Office of Research Ethics Committees (COREC) and Research Ethics Committees (RECs) in England.... click here

National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit

The National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit (NPEU) is a research unit set up in 1978 by the Department of Health. Although its remit covers England and Wales, the Unit's research and collaborative links are worldwide and its work has influenced national and international policy. The Unit has expanded considerably in recent years and now has over 50 staff including epidemiologists, obstetricians, midwives, nurses, paediatricians, social scientists, information specialists, economists, statisticians, and computing, administrative and clerical staff. The Unit comes formally within the Oxford University Division of Public Health and Primary Care but has its own administration.... click here