
Research, an opportunity not to be missed – A blog by Dr Shiva Pandey
In his blog Dr Shiva Pandey shares why he is encouraging other junior doctors to consider research as an opportunity not to be missed.

International Nurses Day 2022 – My journey to becoming a Clinical Research Nurse, by Joshi Prabhu
On International Nurses Day 2022, Clinical Research Nurse Joshi Prabhu shares her nursing journey and why she’s passionate about research.

Trials carried out at MFT show drug eases symptoms of chronic cough
The results of the world’s first Phase 3 trials, of a new drug Gefapixant, show that it can ease the often distressing symptoms of chronic cough, with minimal side effects.

New funding boost for delivery of early stage clinical research across Greater Manchester
The MFT-hosted NIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility (MCRF) has received a £15.5 million award, widening opportunities for people across Greater Manchester to participate in research.
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Why, as a new Clinical Research Nurse, I am encouraging student nurses to follow a path into research
In her blog Gabby Addison shares her student nurse experiences at the NIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility, and how she is proud to be back as a Clinical Research Nurse.

Early data for multivariant COVID-19 vaccine booster shows promise
The first results of an early trial of a multivariant COVID-19 vaccine booster, launched in Manchester in September 2021, has shown it is driving a comprehensive immune response.

Manchester researchers and patients contribute to study showing people with long COVID after hospitalisation face limited recovery after one year
People who were hospitalised with COVID-19 and continued to experience symptoms at five months show limited further recovery one year after hospital discharge, according to latest research.