Performing research

Much-needed guide to undertaking research in pharmacy practice

Research Methods in Pharmacy Practice: Methods and Applications Made Easy, by Zubin Austin and Jane Sutton.…

The Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellow Scheme: from the inside

With applications for the 2018 Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellow Scheme closing on 9 April, pharmacists in the UK are encouraged to consider this unique opportunity to expand their professional skills…

Marketing pharmacy as a brand and designing its future

Pharmacy has meaning but we struggle to distil and communicate it, says Gavin Birchall…

Pharmacists should be trained to become clinical scientists, rather than researchers in pharmacy

Education and training should be provided for pharmacists so they have the opportunity to conduct research and contribute to translational research projects.…

Time to redefine pharmacy research

There is no universal definition of pharmacy research, and this may be one of the reasons for poor quality research in the sector.…

RPS launches Research Resource Hub

A Research Resource Hub has been launched by the RPS to provide its members with guidance and support at all stages of their research…

How I encourage patients to take part in research in GP practices

As a clinical research pharmacist in a GP practice, Andrew Sturrock’s first project will be looking at the development of diabetes.…

When to use a survey in pharmacy practice research

Understanding when surveys can be a useful research tool and considerations for survey-based research.…

Understanding pharmacy practice in the UK and beyond

‘Pharmacy practice 2nd edition’, by Geoffrey Harding and Kevin Taylor.…

Get started with research in community pharmacy

Carrying out research may be a daunting prospect for busy community pharmacists. But getting involved can boost your clinical skills, widen your contact network and help change practice, finds Ross Ferguson.…