📰In case you missed our latest newsletter: The NIHR's £11.6M is investing to support nurses, pharmacists, and radiographers who deliver clinical trials across the NHS.🩺 Learn why investing in the people behind the research matters so much: bhfcrc.org/news/newslet...

Our newsletter is out🗞️➡️https://mailchi.mp/bhfcrc/bhfcrc-summer2026 This edition focuses on the team behind every research success The highlight? Our #PPI webinar with @thebhf.bsky.social. Because true breakthroughs happen when we combine scientific expertise with the lived experiences of patients!

What does it actually look like to include a patient's voice in heart research?🤔🫀 That is exactly what we will be discussing during our free webinar, hosted in collaboration with @thebhf.bsky.social! Join us on Tuesday, 30th June at 7:00 PM. 👉Secure your spot and register here: shorturl.at/2vKaf

Have you or a loved one been affected by cardiovascular disease? Learn how to collaborate with researchers and play a meaningful role in shaping #HeartResearch! Join our free webinar with the @thebhf.bsky.social: Intro to Patient & Public Involvement (PPI). 👉 Register: shorturl.at/GQKKO

It's International Clinical Trials Day💙 Behind every breakthrough in cardiovascular care is a massive team effort. Today, we want to say a huge thank you to the dedicated researchers, clinicians, and especially the patients who make clinical research possible. 🙌 #ResearchCollaboration

Cardiovascular care relies on multidisciplinary teams—and so should research🫀 Our BHFCRC Research Development Fund is OPEN with a Special Call for UK AHPs! ➡️Grants up to £12,500 available for early-stage research prep. 🔗Learn more & apply: bhfcrc.org/new-rdf-roun... #ResearchFund #BHFCRCRDF

Cardiovascular disease doesn't impact everyone equally—our research shouldn't either 🌍 Our Spring Newsletter covers: 🤝 £50M Consortium tackling health inequalities 🧬 BHF’s new Diversity in Research policy 🤰 The PREG-HEART maternal health study Read more: mailchi.mp/bhfcrc/bhfcr...

The future of heart research is here! 🫀 We’re excited to announce the 4 new projects awarded seed funding through the BHF CRC Research Development Fund. Transforming concepts into practice-changing clinical trials requires robust data. 🧵👇 Read more: bhfcrc.org/announcing-t...

Announcing the Latest BHF CRC Research Development Fund Awards -

At the BHF Clinical Research Collaborative, we are continually inspired by the ingenuity of the UK’s cardiovascular research community. Following a rigorous review process by our Steering Group, which...

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Our Spring Newsletter is OUT NOW! 🌸 Highlight: The new CoNNeCT audit, "Cardiac MRI for the Investigation of MINOCA." Trainee cardiologists—this is your chance to join a major multicentre project and shape guideline-aligned care. 🫀 👉Read & register here: mailchi.mp/bhfcrc/bhfcr...

A Year of Action for Women’s Heart Health✊🏻🫀 This #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate a transformative year. While women still make up <30% of trial participants, the tide is turning toward systemic solutions and health equity. Swipe for the milestones we’re proud to champion. ➡️ #ClinicalResearch

We had a fantastic conversation this week at the #BHRS Session. Our presentation focused on how to better prepare for clinical research: - Preparing lay summaries and maximising funding - Collaboration methods and opportunities. - The importance of including PPIE in project. #ResearchConnect

❤️ It is #HeartMonth, so we had a fantastic session with Dr. Gaby Captur about her groundbreaking research: the Heart Vest. Innovation often starts with just a small grant and relentless determination. Above all, she highlighted a core value: #Collaboration Find out more: shorturl.at/KoUJw

Mapping the Future of Cardiology: Innovation, Inspiration, and the "Heart Vest" -

As we celebrate Heart Month this February, it is the perfect time to reflect on the engine that drives cardiovascular medicine forward: clinical research. Without it, our understanding of the heart re...

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It's been a year of growing engagement and stronger connections for us. From expanding our patient and public community to supporting the next generation of researchers. Click here to discover more about what we have achieved together this year ➡️ bhfcrc.org/news/newslet... #HeartResearch #PPI

📢In collaboration with the Uni of Leicester, we are inviting patients, carers, and members of the public to have a say on the future of research communication. 👉How to participate: 1: Join the National Research Collaboration Database: shorturl.at/dCOfN 2: Register for the Event: shorturl.at/KBTZR

🍂 Did you miss our Autumn Newsletter? Catch up on the latest in UK heart research! Dive into our recent newsletter to see how the BHF CRC supports everyone in heart research, from clinicians to patients. 📰 Read here: us4.campaign-archive.com?u=a1dd854f13... #HeartResearch #ResearchFunding

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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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: bhfcrc.org/propel-your-...

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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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

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...

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...

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...

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

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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...

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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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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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📢 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.

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...

📢 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! bhfcrc.org/bhf-crc-coll...

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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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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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.

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