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Welcome to the National Institute for Social Care and Health Research.

The National Institute for Social Care and Health Research (NISCHR) is the Welsh Government body that develops, in consultation with partners, strategy and policy for research in the NHS and social care in Wales.

 

NISCHR's goal is to fund today's research that will inform tomorrow's care and improve the health and wealth of the people of Wales. An advisory board provides governance and an operational steering group oversees day to day issues.

 

NISCHR manages its activities through three main strands of work which are:

  • Streamlining Research
  • Supporting Excellence And Innovation
  • Investing In The Future
     

Contact Details:

 

National Institute for Social Care and Health Research (NISCHR)
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
CARDIFF
CF10 3NQ
 
Tel: 02920 82 5252
Fax: 02920 82 3997

E-mail: NISCHR@wales.gsi.gov.uk

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News from our Network

Vacancy at SAIL Databank
13 June 2013
This post is an opportunity to join the SAIL (Secure Anonymised Information Linkage) team, which develops and operates the SAIL Databank; the applicant will be responsible for data quality, documentation, supporting projects and providing guidance on using the SAIL system.
Vacancies at NISCHR CRC
13 June 2013
Vacancies in Cardiff for a Research Officer and Research Nurse.
Minister launches Clinical Research Treatment Unit
23 May 2013
The Minister for Health and Social Services, Mark Drakeford, visited Velindre Cancer Centre (VCC) today for the official launch of the new Clinical Research Treatment Unit.

Latest news

Closing the Gap in Patient Safety - Health Foundation Call
18 June 2013
Closing the Gap in Patient Safety is offering £4 million to support up to nine project teams to implement and evaluate tested, evidence-based patient safety interventions at scale.
Review of NHS R&D Offices across Wales
12 June 2013
Announcement of an independent review of the functions, skills and detailed mapping of processes and activities undertaken by R&D Offices across Wales.
International Clinical Trials Day – 20th May 2013
16 May 2013

May 20th marks International Clinical Trials day in commemoration of the first clinical trial conducted over 250 years ago.

Last updated: 18/06/2013