What is the RDS? 
The RDS is a free service for health researchers. We're here to help you to develop your research questions into full proposals for funding.
We have highly experienced Research Advisors with expertise covering many aspects of research design. We are able to advise and provide practical support when you are developing your grant application. [ More ]
Research conference a success
The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and RDS South Central joint conference promoting the benefits of research in the NHS was a great success.
This joint event promoted the benefits of research, showcasing local activity and engaging further with local NHS staff and academics so that they can understand more fully the range of opportunities available through the NIHR to undertake and lead health and social care research to improve patient care and NHS services. [ More ]
Do you have an idea that might benefit patients?
Not all health research involves large-scale, multi-centred studies. The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) also supports smaller studies that can demonstrate benefit to patients.
The NIHR Research for Patient Benefit (RfPB) funding stream provides grants of up to £250,000 for projects lasting up to 3 years, and will fund smaller projects for discrete research activity. [ More ]
