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.