Spotlight on research that’s making a difference
Research was at the top of the agenda at our Women’s Hospital focusing on the impact and importance it has on the health of the population.
Those attending the Brummie Impact event, held ahead of Clinical Trials Day today (20 May) heard about groundbreaking studies and trials taking place at our Trust, including information about improved access, pathways and treatments for recurrent miscarriage and treatments for induction of labour.
Kelly Hard, Director of Research Operations, said: “The day was a huge success and really showed off how we are making a difference to healthcare through research.
“We are a research active Trust – which means we are improving patient treatments and outcomes by continuing to either lead or be part of trials and studies across the world.
“I would urge patients and families to ask their healthcare professional about research and how they can be involved or have a look on the NIHR BePartofResearch website.”
The day also paid tribute to Liz Adey, Head of Research and Development at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s (BWC) NHS Foundation Trust, who passed away in February 2025 following a short illness.
She had been responsible for raising the profile of research and development across the Trust and helped to establish a Clinical Trials Scholarship programme which has led to more than £10 million in grants.