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British Cardiovascular Society Clinical Study Groups
The British Cardiovascular Society Clinical Study Group were established to facilitate investigator-initiated research across the spectrum of cardiovascular disease in the UK. The terms of reference can be found here. Composition The CSGs are divided into six key research areas, each chaired by a leading clinical researcher.
The CSGs supported by the BCS Affiliated Groups. Any BCS Affiliated Group can propose a representative to any of the CSGs. As a result, some Affiliated Groups will be represented on multiple CSG committees. The CSGs meet periodically, e.g. at the BCS, and may also have freestanding meetings in Fitzroy Square or elsewhere. The BCS CSG central committee (Chair Prof Robin Choudhury, Oxford) helps to keep track of activity and opportunities. It provides a point of engagement with the external stakeholders, including the British Heart Foundation, Medical Research Council, NIHR and industry. In addition to the incubation and initiation of research, there will be new opportunities to enhance research delivery through organised collaboration with the comprehensive local research networks. Each CSG (above) maps onto subthemes of the CLRN. The CLRNs also provide representation on the BCS Clinical Study Group Committee. As a service to members, the BCS has established a register in which individuals can record their interest in clinical research participation aligned to the specialty categories listed above. The data will be used by BCS CSGs to contact registrants with specific opportunities for clinical trials, grant calls etc. No details will be passed to third parties. Register on line   The British Heart Foundation have agreed funding to set up the infrastructure to support the planning and coordination of world class cardiovascular clinical research through the BHF Clinical Research Collaborative (BHF CRC). Hosted by the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS), the BHF CRC will aim to identify and prioritise the most important clinical research questions, develop robust and integrated study proposals and enthuse and educate UK cardiovascular clinical research capacity and capability. The collaborative will provide support to research groups from all fields of CVD through facilitating and funding meetings for clinical groups as well as providing access to a web-based IT facility for file sharing, coordinated working and a new national database for research coordination. It is anticipated that this collaborative will enable a much needed step-change in the quality and quantity of cardiovascular clinical research, prioritising the most important research questions and ultimately resulting in more impactful clinical practice and a higher quality of life for those living with CVD. The BHF CRC aims to:
Allyson Arnold, Chief Operating Officer BHF CRC on allyson.arnold@bcs.com Page Views: 67293 |
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