Addressing the diversity challenge: Using data to identify the right research locations

Health research regulators across the globe are encouraging researchers to increase the diversity of people taking part in clinical trials. The Health Research Authority (HRA) and the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have all issued or updated inclusion and diversity guidance in the last 12 months. With these changes ongoing, one thing is certain: inclusive research is better research. In the UK our data capabilities are rapidly expanding and creating new ways to target research locations that offer opportunities to engage diverse populations. You will hear from: - Esther Mukuka, NIHR Director of Research Inclusion - Laura Bousfield, NIHR National Research Delivery Director (interim) - Mark Evans, NIHR Research Data and Digital Transformation Manager Related information and resources The following resources were discussed in the webinar. Links to learn more about these resources are now available under the Attachments tab: Research Location Scoping Tool Find, Recruit and Follow-Up Service The NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network If you would like to know more about any of the topics discussed in the webinar, contact the Industry Team: industry@nihr.ac.uk