We are pleased to announce that the Centre has been awarded funding from the 2021 East Midlands Academic Health Science Network (EMAHSN) Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) fund. The Centre was one of 15 organisations and groups who have been awarded £1,000 to support work to involve patients and citizens in research and healthcare. The Read More
Pamela Campbell-Morris tribute from the Centre for Ethnic Health Research
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Pamela Campbell-Morris, who was a true champion for community health and an inspiration to all who knew her. Pamela’s job title was officially the Project officer and Community Champion at the Centre for Ethnic Health Research. But she was so much more than this. Pamela fought Read More
Job Opportunity: Administrator for the Centre
We are seeking an experienced administrator to join the team. The role will be based at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust on the Leicester General Hospital site. Full or part time hours (22.5 – 37.5) will be considered for this post. Occasional travel may be required with occasional flexibility to work evenings and Read More
Walking cricket team ‘bowled over’ by special guest appearance
Retired international cricketer Philip ‘Daffy’ DeFreitas proved he’s still got what it takes to delight an audience after members of a virtual walking cricket session were ‘bowled over’ by his guest appearance. The former England star shared tips on how to stay motivated and active during a virtual video call with members of The Centre Read More
Invitation to join Race and Ethnicity Advisory (READ) group
Last year the team at NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre ran a series of Race Equality Workshops to find out how they can improve their approach to conducting research. One of the ideas proposed by this group was a Race and Ethnicity Advisory Group, to provide advice on research studies and support researchers with guidance Read More
Supporting #Red4Research Day
Members of the team along with the team from NIHR ARC East Midlands will be wearing red to back a national campaign for all those participating in, undertaking and supporting Covid-19 research on Friday 18 June 2021. The concept is simple. Wear something red, then print or make a #Red4Research placard, take a photo and post Read More