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New toolkit aims to build trust in medical research among ethnic minority communities

The first community co-created toolkit designed to strengthen trust in medical research among ethnic minority communities was showcased at an event hosted by Leicester researchers last week.

Older adults are still under-represented in UK clinical research, according to a new study

New evidence from BRC researchers highlights the need for greater inclusion of older adults in clinical research.

Director of inclusion, dr natalie darko

Policy briefing from our Director of Inclusion

With the publication of the Ockenden Report last week, and 1st July’s Amos Rapid Review, calls have been growing for reform to NHS maternity care and services.

Unique protein signatures linked to ethnicity and changes in physical activity observed in new study

A recent Leicester study published in eBioMedicine has shed light on why people of South Asian (SA) origin may face a higher risk of cardiometabolic disorders and respond differently to physical activity …

Campaign raises awareness of cancer symptoms women should look out for 

A campaign to raise awareness of the symptoms of womb cancer and increase earlier diagnosis among Black and ethnic minority women is showing signs of success.

Half Time Celebrations Inclusion event sparks conversation and creativity

The recent Research Inclusion in Action event, organised by the BRC’s Inclusion and PPI teams as part of the Half Time Celebrations brought research off the page and into real …

Checklist aims to ensure clinical trials are inclusive of the wider population

Members of the public along with a team of Leicester researchers have come together to co-produce an Inclusion Checklist for Clinical Research.

Double achievement shines a light on Inclusive Health Research in Leicester

A leading Leicester academic has been nationally recognised for her impactful work addressing health inequities – particularly within Black women’s and maternal health. 

Hear from our Director of Inclusion on how inclusive research seeks to make health equity a reality

“Injustice in health is the most shocking and inhumane form of inequality.” Dr Martin Luther King, Jr 

Enhancing inclusion and diversity in health research: come to our event and help guide researcher training

We would like to invite you to join the discussion about what is important to be included in researcher training. Monday 18th March 2024, 12noon – 2pm at The Grove …

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The NIHR Leicester BRC is part of the NIHR and hosted by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust in partnership with the University of Leicester,  Loughborough University and the University Hospitals of the Northamptonshire NHS Group.

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