
Case studies
Through our research, we're making a real difference to people's lives. Browse stories in this section to learn more about how we're improving health through the work we do.


Leo and Pat’s story
Leo and his wife Pat engaged in a trial of an experimental treatment for Alzheimer’s disease at the NIHR / Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facility at CMFT
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Ava’s story
Ava’s parents were told their previously healthy and happy little six-month old girl had only weeks to live. Learn more about how research has given them their daughter back.
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John’s story
Taking part in research has put a smile back on John's face
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Richard’s story
Richard attended a focus group to help further enhance physiotherapy services after an accident left him with a painful shoulder injury.
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European Patients’ Academy on Therapeutic Innovation
EUPATI aims to provide scientifically reliable, objective, comprehensive information to patients on the medicine research and development process.
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NIHR Manchester Musculoskeletal BRU Patient and Public Involvement Strategy
The Public Programmes Team and the NIHR Manchester Musculoskeletal BRU work collaboratively in designing and delivering a engaging and involving patients and public with BRU research.
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Lennie’s story
Three-year old Lennie suffers from side effects from the medication he takes for a rare and potentially fatal condition, but our research has helped lessen the impact of his treatment on his body.
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