The RDI department has seven aims which will drive research activity and further enhance the reputation of the trust as a highly active and highly regarded research organisation:
- Promote research as a core component of trust thinking, and a pillar of trust strategy.
- Increase staff engagement in RDI activity and recognise research time within existing roles.
- Seek patient and carer involvement and guidance at every stage.
- Ensure all research is compliant with the highest standards.
- Generate more funding bids, training opportunities, projects, partnerships and participants.
- Focus on high-quality research that meets the needs of our community.
- Share the value and impact of research across the wider region.