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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · 3d

How can you have a voice in heart research? Our new video explains how the BHF CRC National Research Collaboration Database acts as a matchmaker, connecting you—the expert in your own journey—with research teams right at the start.

👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=50Ga...

#PatientAdvocacy

Introducing the BHF CRC National Research Collaboration Database

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · 5d

Have a promising idea for a cardiovascular study but need support to develop it? Our Research Development Fund is open! We're offering grants of up to £10,000 to help UK researchers build the foundation for large-scale clinical programmes.

👉 Learn more about the fund:
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Propel Your Research: A New Round of the Research Development Fund is Now Open! -

We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new funding round for our Research Development Fund (RDF). If you have a promising idea for a cardiovascular clinical study, this is your opportunity to sec...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · 10d

Your data security is our priority. Register your interest in shaping heart research in a secure space where your personal data is never shared without your consent. You are always in control of your information.

👉Join safely today: bhfcrc.org/bhf-crc-nati...
#DataSecurity #HeartResearch

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · 17d

We understand how challenging the journey with heart disease can be, and we care deeply. So do many others.

This is your chance to connect with fellow patients who share similar experiences and with researchers from a wide array of disciplines.

Join the community 👉 bhfcrc.org/bhf-crc-nati...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · 25d

Beyond your personal experience, ever considered how your professional skills or creative talents could contribute to heart research?

The BHF CRC National Research Collaboration Database is a space where you can apply your diverse skill set.

Click here to register: bhfcrc.org/bhf-crc-nati...

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Oct 1

Ever thought about getting involved in research?

The BHF CRC National Research Collaboration Database is your opportunity to make an impact! By registering your interest, you get connected with teams planning new studies, ensuring your voice is heard.

Join today: bhfcrc.org/bhf-crc-nati...

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Aug 14

At the CRC, we believe the best heart research happens through collaboration.

Want to know how the CRC can help your research? Our clinical lead, Prof Rod Stables, explains it all in this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5pc...

#ClinicalResearch #HeartResearch #Collaboration #NHS #BHF

The Clinical Research Collaborative: Our Work from Idea to Impact

YouTube video by BHF Clinical Research Collaborative

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Jul 10

Looking to boost your primary care cardiovascular knowledge and skills? We highly recommend tuning into @pccs.bsky.social Podcasts!

✅Evidence-based content
✅Practical takeaways for your daily practice
✅Evolving guidelines and innovations!

🎧 Listen here: open.spotify.com/show/752FN5Z...

PCCS Podcast

Podcast · Primary Care Cardiovascular Society · Welcome to PCCS Podcasts! The Primary Care Cardiovascular Society aims to support, educate and empower primary care healthcare practitioners to develop ...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Jul 10

Our webinar ‘Patients in Research’ was a powerful discussion on the essential role of patient and public involvement in cardiovascular research! 🙍‍♂️👩‍👦🧓👶

➡️To learn more, watch the recording and explore how we’re building a more collaborative research community click here: bhfcrc.org/reflecting-o...

Reflecting on the first BHF CRC ‘Patients in Research’ webinar: a strong step toward deeper connections -

We are pleased to share that the BHF Clinical Research Collaborative (BHF CRC) recently hosted its first online educational and Q&A webinar, ‘Patients in Research’ – a significant step forward in our ...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Jun 12

📢 We are delighted to announce our first educational and Q&A session about Patient and Public Involvement in Research!

Have a question or topic you’d like covered? Let us know when you register here: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

📆 Register by 24th June, 17:00.

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Jun 12

It was exciting to support the #ClinicalResearchCommunity at the #BCS2025! We were delighted to host a fantastic joint session with the #BJCA for trainees, titled UK-Wide Research for Every Trainee: No Barriers with #CoNNeCTCardiology

🙌 To learn more and register: bhfcrc.org/connect-card...

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · Jun 2

📢 Exciting news! BHF CRC collaborated on a vital BCS Consensus Statement outlining strategies to improve female participation in cardiovascular research.

Women are <30% of trial participants – a gap hindering progress against their #1 killer.

This is a call to action!
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BHF CRC Collaborates on New BCS Consensus Document to Improve Female Research Participation -

We are immensely proud and excited to announce the publication of a vital new consensus statement, “Strategies to Improve Recruitment of Female Participants to Cardiovascular Research: A Joint British...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 30

Just a Few Days to Go Until #BCS2025!

Don't miss the session: UK-Wide Research for Every Trainee: No Barriers with CoNNeCT to learn how #CoNNeCTCardiology facilitates multi-centre data collection, fosters collaboration, and supports diverse research projects.

👉More info bhfcrc.org/connect-card...

CoNNeCT Cardiology: a Collaborative Nationwide Network of Cardiologists in Training -

We are pleased to present CoNNeCT Cardiology, a joint initiative between the British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative (BHF CRC) and the British Junior Cardiologists Association UK (BJC...

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 20

At the CRC, we help nurture this culture by:
🔹Connecting researchers
🔹Creating opportunities for early-career professionals
🔹Supporting a voice for patients and the public

The BHF CRC strengthen clinical trials by helping ensure they are:

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 20

Today is International Clinical Trials Day! 🔬

We know that #ClinicalTrials are vital to discovering the best care and treatment for people living with heart and circulatory diseases.

The best clinical trials are built on trust, collaboration, professionalism and a shared desire to improve lives.

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Finally, we'd like to extend our sincere thanks to
@roysocmed.bsky.social for their wonderful hospitality in hosting us. And a special thank you to Katherine Cowan, whose exceptional organisation was instrumental for the success.

What a brilliant event!
#CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Mr. Nigel Drury @nigeldrury.bsky.social, Academic Consultant in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery, shared an overview of the #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork. He discussed its inception, the goals, and future plans.

We'd like to congratulate Mr. Drury for his excellent work with the network and this event

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Sonya Babu-Narayan (BHF Clinical Director) and @allysonarnold.bsky.social (our COO) shared how the organisations are dedicated to boosting collaboration and investing in vital clinical research aimed at improving the lives of individuals with congenital disease. #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork

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The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Fascinating to hear from Dr. Kristin Burns from the Pediatric Heart Network, NHLBI, Bethesda Maryland! She shared invaluable insights from the network's impressive 20 years of experience. #PediatricHeartNetwork #NHLBI #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Our afternoon session kicked off with a second round of insightful discussions on #JLAPriorities. Informed by your interests from the registration forms, we delved into current work and brainstormed potential ideas for development in this area. #ResearchDevelopment #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

It was fantastic to hear from several researchers who presented on their projects that are in late-phase development.

It highlighted how important a network like this will help the collaboration and coordination to ensure higher impact research takes places. #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork #CHD

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Wrapped up our morning session with a productive group discussion on key elements for developing a network operations manual, including oversight & governance, project development & collaboration, authorship & publications and research training. #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork #ClinicalResearch #CHD

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Delighted that Prof Gavin Murphy provided us with insights into the challenges and opportunities that a national #ResearchNetwork offers, from his own experiences in setting up the National Cardiac Surgery Initiative.

Advocacy from members of the public is a key enabler: co-production is essential.

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Valuable insights today from Dr Abbas Khush (Paediatric Cardiologist) and Dr Louis Coats (Adult Congenital Cardiologist) on developing collaborative research for both paediatric and adult heart disease. #ClinicalResearch #Collaboration #CongenitalHeartResearchNetwork #CHD

The British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative @bhfcrc.org · May 14

Don't underestimate the power of a multidisciplinary approach:
Prof Kerry Gaskin, Chair of Congenital Cardiac Nursing, shared the experience about the Paediatric and Congenital Cardiac Research Network and highlighted why involving nursing, midwifery, and allied health in research is crucial. #CHD

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