Clinical research

How our pharmacy network is developing research opportunities for the profession

Pharmacists in the south west of England have heeded the call for more pharmacy engagement in research by setting up a network to discuss ideas and find collaborators.…

No government-funded medical cannabis clinical trials ongoing, NIHR confirms

The National Institute for Health and Care Research said two trials relating to the use of cannabis for epilepsy are yet to begin.…

First-in-class antibiotic provides effective treatment for UTIs, trial results suggest

Gepotidacin showed non-inferiority to nitrofurantoin in one trial and superiority in another.…

Nominate an outstanding early-career pharmacy researcher for OPERA 2024

*Deadline extended* Help us find exceptional early-career researchers making significant contributions to the field of pharmacy for the 2024 award.…

Type 2 diabetes remission achieved in 6% of patients through weight loss alone, study results show

Experts have emphasised the importance of individualised treatment, which may include a low-calorie diet.…

Research from the depths of the ocean

This month’s pick of academic papers from Parastou Donyai, chief scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.…

HRT associated with 46% increase in rheumatoid arthritis, suggest study results

Despite study results showing an increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis, the British Menopause Society cautions that the results are unlikely to change HRT prescribing practice.…

Pharmacists are integral to launching more clinical trials in primary care

Why there should be more clinical research in primary care settings and how pharmacists can play a notable role in propelling trials forward.…

Elevating research within pharmacy

A pick of the research papers presented at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society’s (RPS’s) 2023 annual conference from Parastou Donyai, chief scientist at the RPS.…