The Research Advisory Group provides lived experience input into research taking place across East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT) and North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT).
The group meets monthly and offers a structured forum where academics, healthcare researchers, NHS staff and partner organisations can present research ideas or projects at any stage of development. Group members draw on their lived experience to provide valuable feedback, helping to shape research questions, study design, ethical considerations, participant involvement, and the dissemination of findings.
The aim of the group is to ensure that research is relevant, accessible and grounded in the needs and experiences of service users, carers and local communities.
Presenting to the Group
Researchers and project leads are invited to prepare a presentation outlining their project, including:
- Research aims and objectives
- Study design and methodology
- Data collection and analysis plans
- Patient and public involvement activities
- Plans for sharing and disseminating findings
Presenters are encouraged to identify specific questions or areas where they would particularly welcome feedback from the group.
If you would like documents or materials to be reviewed by the group, please send them to emma.medlicott1@nhs.net at least two weeks before the meeting date.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Wednesday 29th July, 2:00pm–3:30pm
Wednesday 26th August, 3:00pm–4:30pm
Wednesday 30th September, 2:00pm–3:30pm
Wednesday 28th October, 2:00pm–3:30pm
Wednesday 25th November, 2:00pm–3:30pm
Contact
For more information, please contact: Emma Medlicott (Research and Evaluation Fellow, ELFT) emma.medlicott1@nhs.net.
