UKCRF Network appoints Interim Director
The UK Clinical Research Facility Network (UKCRF Network) - hosted by MFT - has appointed Paul Brown to the role of Interim Director.
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NIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility
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.
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Manchester research contributes to NICE recommendation of new peanut allergy treatment for children
Children in the UK will be able to receive Palforzia – a life-changing oral treatment for peanut allergies – as NHS standard of care following approval for use by NICE.
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First participants take part in study aboard Greater Manchester’s Research Van
The first participants have been involved in a study onboard Greater Manchester’s new state-of-the-art Research Van.
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MFT selected as first UK site for NHS roll out of life-saving gene therapy for rare disease affecting babies
The NHS has struck a deal for a life-saving treatment that will offer babies and young children with a rare and life-limiting genetic disease the prospect of a normal life.
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Participants in pioneering COVID-19 treatment trial encourage others to follow their example
Ground-breaking research taking place at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is investigating a pioneering new treatment for COVID-19.
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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.
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