New Joint Webinar Programme Announced
09-01-2021
Today marks International Clinical Trials Day, an annual event celebrated worldwide to raise awareness of the vital role clinical research plays in improving health outcomes — and to recognise the contributions of those involved in it from participants to clinicians and beyond.
The date commemorates a milestone in medical history: in 1747, Royal Navy surgeon James Lind launched what is widely considered the world’s first recorded randomised clinical trial.
With just 12 sailors over a period of six days, Lind tested the effects of various dietary supplements on scurvy, ultimately discovering the powerful protective role of citrus fruits — a finding that would transform naval health.
What better way for the UKCRC Registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) Network to celebrate this important day than by announcing the launch of its new five-year strategy, setting the direction for clinical trials excellence through to 2030.
This forward-looking plan highlights the Network’s ambition to become an internationally recognised leader in the design, delivery, and analysis of high-quality trials that benefit both patients and the broader population. It also reaffirms its commitment to collaboration across health and social care, ensuring that trials remain patient-focused and methodologically sound. Read what our Network Director, Professor Kerry Hood, has to say about our vision for the future here.
Want to learn more about the global celebration of International Clinical Trials Day or find ways to participate? Visit the ACRP Clinical Trials Day website for information on events and initiatives.
If you’re curious about how to take part in a clinical trial yourself, explore the Be Part of Research platform to discover opportunities near you.
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