Research and Development UHMBT

Research and Development UHMBT Research and Development at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay Trust operates across a large geographical footprint.

We actively conduct research at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Furness General Hospital, Westmorland Hospital and Queen Victoria Hospital. Research is essential to help improve current treatments, find new and better ways to treat illnesses and provide better care for patients. Without research we would not have the pioneering and vital medications and treatments that we currently use in health care.

At University Hospitals Morecambe Bay Trust, the research team works alongside clinical care teams to improve the quality of patient care, as our patents health and wellbeing is fundamental to us. We operate across a footprint of 4 sites: Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Furness General Hospital, Westmorland General Hospital, and Queen Victoria Hospital. Our Research and Development department hosts a range of innovative research trials and contributes to vital research, used to develop and create new and better treatments and preventative methods. We are proud to support research across the following domains; oncology, rheumatology, respiratory, stroke, Covid19, Diabetes, Gastroenterology as well as various multidisciplinary health service improvement studies. Our studies include researching new medications through drug trials, sample collection trials, observational and data collection trials. Thousands of patients dedicate their time each year to helping support some of the most cutting-edge research available. This means we are able to trial new medications and medical devices with patients who can benefit from them, and provide vital information and treatments for future generations. We work closely with other NHS organisations, our local Universities, local research organisations and collaborate internationally with expert researchers across the world and strive to improve patients healthcare and support NHS and health organisations.

25/07/2025

CancerCare supporter Charlie will be hosting a special fundraising evening Don't Mess with the Breast to raise money for CancerCare and Lookin GOOD and Feelin GREAT

The evening will feature a karaoke party๐ŸŽค raffle๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ and signature cocktails๐Ÿธ

๐Ÿ“The Meeting Place, Barrow, LA14 1XA
๐Ÿ“† Saturday 2nd August
๐Ÿ•’From 7pm

Join in the fun whilst helping to raise money for two amazing local causes.

09/07/2025
A very happy   to everyone! ๐Ÿ’Š ๐Ÿฉบ ๐Ÿ“‹ On this day, we acknowledge the tireless work of researchers who dedicate countless ho...
05/07/2025

A very happy to everyone! ๐Ÿ’Š ๐Ÿฉบ ๐Ÿ“‹

On this day, we acknowledge the tireless work of researchers who dedicate countless hours to discovery and innovation, often behind the scenes.

By highlighting their contributions, Research Appreciation Day encourages continued investment in research and inspires future generations to pursue careers in science and academia. Recognising researchers also fosters a greater public understanding of how evidence-based solutions benefit communities worldwide ๐ŸŒŽ โš—๏ธ ๐Ÿฅผ ๐Ÿงช ๐Ÿ”ฌ

https://buff.ly/X4cNyuL

๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“™๐Ÿ“™
25/06/2025

๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ“–๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“™๐Ÿ“™

Will you donate a book?

Your books can bring comfort and escape to patients in hospital.
It offers a powerful way to step into another world, helping patients momentarily disconnect from their surroundings. This simple act can lift spirits, ease anxiety, and support overall wellbeing.

Let's turn pages into smiles ๐Ÿ˜

Drop off at Charity Offices, Main Entrance FGH or Bromley Corridor, Medical Unit One, RLI. ๐Ÿฉท๐Ÿ’œ

More wonderful   pics from University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust โค๏ธ๐Ÿ”ดโญ•Shout out to the senior nursin...
23/06/2025

More wonderful pics from University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust โค๏ธ๐Ÿ”ดโญ•

Shout out to the senior nursing team went around the trust promoting research and celebrating the role it plays in the development and improvement of healthcareโค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน๐Ÿฉป๐Ÿฉบ๐Ÿฅ

Aaron Cummins

UHMBT R & D are wearing red today to celebrate those who participate in, conduct and support research and to recognise i...
20/06/2025

UHMBT R & D are wearing red today to celebrate those who participate in, conduct and support research and to recognise its role in developing and improving healthcare around the world ๐Ÿ”ด โค๏ธ ๐ŸŸฅ

Today we wear red for  !The campaign brings together all those participating, supporting, and undertaking research. On t...
20/06/2025

Today we wear red for !

The campaign brings together all those participating, supporting, and undertaking research. On the front line and behind the scenes incredible research teams collectively work on health and social care research. The R&D community is innovative, flexible and dynamic. Research doesnโ€™t just happen. People make it happen - participants, patients, professionals, volunteers and regulatory bodies all collectively working together.

Day on Friday 20th June 2025 aims to get as many people as possible wearing red to demonstrate their support and appreciation for all those participating, undertaking and supporting research. It is an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the phenomenal work, learning legacy and innovative treatments/systems/techniques that have arisen from R&D.

What is involved?

The concept is very simple. Wear something red (it can be any item of clothing), take a photo and post it on social media with the hashtag.

Itโ€™s all about positivity, creativity and support in the face of adversity. is completely inclusive โ€“ anyone, any age, anywhere can participate โ€“ children, adults, even pets! Hopefully people might have a bit of fun along the way raising the profile and work of all those involved in the process.

Find out more here https://rdforum.nhs.uk/red4research-2025/


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Tomorrow we are wearing  ! โค๏ธ ๐ŸŸฅ ๐Ÿšฉ   brings together all those participating, supporting, and undertaking research. On th...
19/06/2025

Tomorrow we are wearing ! โค๏ธ ๐ŸŸฅ ๐Ÿšฉ

brings together all those participating, supporting, and undertaking research. On the front line and behind the scenes incredible research teams collectively work on health and social care research. The R&D community is innovative, flexible and dynamic. Research doesnโ€™t just happen. People make it happen - participants, patients, professionals, volunteers and regulatory bodies all collectively working together.

Day on Friday 20th June 2025 aims to get as many people as possible wearing red to demonstrate their support and appreciation for all those participating, undertaking and supporting research. It is an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the phenomenal work, learning legacy and innovative treatments/systems/techniques that have arisen from R&D.

What is involved? ๐Ÿค”

The concept is very simple. Wear something red (it can be any item of clothing), take a photo and post it on social media with the hashtag.
Itโ€™s all about positivity, creativity and support in the face of adversity. is completely inclusive โ€“ anyone, any age, anywhere can participate โ€“ children, adults, even pets! Hopefully people might have a bit of fun along the way raising the profile and work of all those involved in the process.

Find out more here ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://buff.ly/rOQFYCe

TOMORROW! Wear   Friday 20th June and celebrate all who participate in, conduct and support research and the development...
19/06/2025

TOMORROW! Wear Friday 20th June and celebrate all who participate in, conduct and support research and the development of healthcare around the world โค๏ธ ๐ŸŸฅ ๐Ÿšฉ

16/06/2025

You are in for a great night listening to the hits of Rod Stewart. We also have DJ Steve Middlesborough and a raffle in support of Children's Ward, RLI. Come and be entertained.

Clinical Trials Pharmacy here at UHMBT plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of investigational me...
13/06/2025

Clinical Trials Pharmacy here at UHMBT plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of investigational medicinal products (IMPs) in clinical research. We thought it was important to highlight the incredible work they do ensuring that IMPs are used appropriately and that patients are adequately monitored for safety and efficacy๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿ’‰๐ŸŸข

Clinical Trials Technician Jacqui has been a qualified Pharmacy Technician for nearly thirty-seven years and has worked in the UHMBT CTP for six. She was keen to join the team as she always thought that the work would be interesting.

โ€œI really enjoy clinical trials, as the work is varied and interesting. There is always an opportunity for learning about new drugs and treatments and furthering your knowledge, particularly with all the new trials we have recently taken on at UHMBT."

She explains that, historically, the focus has been largely on oncology trials, but โ€œdue to the enthusiasm and forward-thinking of our consultants, we now have an expanding range of Respiratory and Rheumatology studies.โ€

Jacqui also says her favourite part of the work is supporting the setup of new trials, which, hopefully, will lead to new drugs becoming commercially available. These medications could ultimately make a huge difference to a research participant's and all future patientsโ€™ quality of life.

โ€œIt is very satisfying when participants have a positive outcome from their trial treatment, knowing the pharmacy team have played their part.โ€

Jacqui is also looking forward to finding out what the future holds for research and what new developments might be just round the corner.

Members of the CTP team pictured below left to right: Pharmacy Technician Jacqui, Clinical Pharmacist Yusra, Lead Pharmacy Technician Jane, Senior Assistant Technical Officer Allison

Save the date! Wear   Friday 20th June and celebrate all who participate , conduct and support research and the developm...
11/06/2025

Save the date! Wear Friday 20th June and celebrate all who participate , conduct and support research and the development of healthcare around the world โค๏ธ ๐ŸŸฅ ๐Ÿšฉ

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