We were delighted to welcome colleagues, patients, and partners to the International Clinical Trials Day celebration at the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Leeds—a day dedicated to recognising the power of health research and the people who make it possible.
The event brought together a vibrant mix of researchers, patients, and healthcare professionals for a programme of talks, interactive stalls, and shared experiences—all designed to showcase the incredible research taking place across the Trust in an open, informal setting.
The day began with insightful talks from the BRC: Leeds, CRF: Leeds and Health Tech Research Centre (HRC) Leeds teams, setting the scene for how cutting-edge research is improving patient care locally and beyond. This was followed by a lively Q&A session, where attendees had the opportunity to engage directly with speakers.
A highlight of the day was the interactive stalls and patient stories, offering a powerful reminder of the real-world impact of research. Patients shared their experiences of taking part in studies, bringing to life the importance of participation in clinical trials.
Over lunch, attendees continued conversations and connections, before the afternoon sessions featured engaging discussions from the D-MAPP team and the PMR – Paradox team, who shared insights into their innovative work and ongoing projects.
The event closed with a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved—particularly the patients, whose contributions remain at the heart of everything we do.
Events like this are a vital opportunity to celebrate progress, build connections, and inspire future research, reinforcing our shared commitment to improving health outcomes through collaboration and innovation.