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Not-for-profit, NHS organisation bringing people & research together

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

It’s International Clinical Trials Day! 🎉

Watch Khumbo from @WomanARise7 chat with @ManchesterBRC Researcher & Professor Maya Buch about what clinical trials are, how they work and how people can benefit from them.

@ManchesterCRF

#ICTD26

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

📣 We’re hiring!

Are you passionate about building partnerships for health research?

We’re looking for a PPIE Manager – Partnerships to join our team at Vocal.

Deadline: 23:59 on 15/06/2026

Apply here: https://t.co/E1c9loosb0

#InclusiveResearch #PPIE #ManchesterJobs

[MFT Research and Innovation @MFT_Research]

Happy International Clinical Trials Day 2026! 🧪

Today we celebrate the impact of research on healthcare and transforming patient care.

Thank you to our colleagues and participants for their important contributions to clinical trials across @MFTnhs.

#ICTD2026 #BePartofResearch

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Before a clinical trial can begin, the lab must be ready. Jay manages the @ManchesterCRF laboratories at Wythenshawe Hospital & Manchester Royal Infirmary, find out what that involves 👇

https://t.co/dRKyIDGO9l

#ClinicalTrialsDay #ICTD26

@ManchesterBRC

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

@ManchesterBRC Researcher & Professor Maya Buch wants to understand why conditions like rheumatoid arthritis affect people differently, and uses that insight to develop better treatments.

Find out more here: https://t.co/B1or63A1td

#ICTD26 #ClinicalTrialsDay

@ManchesterCRF

[National Institute for Health and Care Research @NIHRresearch]

Today marks Clinical Trials Day!

Every new drug or improved treatment, every life saved or made better through health or social care. They all happen because of people like you taking part in research.

Together, we can help research go further, faster - developing life-changing treatments for ourselves, our loved ones and everybody.

Whatever your age, gender or background, we can all be part of research. ❤️

Sign up to #BePartofResearch ⬇️
https://t.co/mnchY0Xoor

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

It's International Clinical Trials Day! 🔬

Ever wondered who helps keep clinical trials running behind the scenes? Meet Andrew, Laboratory Manager at @ManchesterCRF at The Christie.

Read more here 👇

https://t.co/U5pttWbbz4 #ICTD26 #LetsTalkLabs

[NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Manchester @ManchesterBRC]

Happy International Clinical Trials Day 2026! ⭐

Today we’re celebrating everyone who supports our research which is bridging the gap between new discoveries and individualised care.

See our 2024/25 in numbers and look out for our 2025/26 achievements later this year 👇

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Read more about the conversation between Khumbo and Maya here: https://t.co/iC1tNmZcJQ

Want to know more about Maya’s work? Read her blog here: https://t.co/B1or63ztDF

#ICTD26

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

It’s International Clinical Trials Day! 🎉

Watch Khumbo from @WomanARise7 chat with @ManchesterBRC Researcher & Professor Maya Buch about what clinical trials are, how they work and how people can benefit from them.

@ManchesterCRF

#ICTD26

[Epilepsy & Menopause Register @EpiMenopause]

Exciting news! The Epilepsy & Menopause Register is now open. Scan the QR code below for information and to join. #epilepsy #menopause #WomensHealth

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Vocal works alongside @WeActTogether as Development Coordinators for the Fund in Oldham.

If you want to chat or share reflections, you can reach Paolo at [email protected] — we’d love to hear what you think!

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

💡 The Ideas Fund has released new learnings on Reimagining Research!

The report brings together insights, case studies, videos and blogs and is shaped by project partners and people involved in the Fund over the years.

🔗 https://t.co/QOlc0bTK01

@BritSciAssoc @wellcometrust

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

📅 Tomorrow!

Join us 1-2pm on the 2nd of December to find out more about the Greater Manchester Respectful Research Charter and how its principles can lead to more equitable, trusted and longer-term research partnerships.

🔗 Register here: https://t.co/Rv1ekIBsi3

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Are you a community leader in Greater Manchester (GM)?

Join these free webinars to find more about the GM Respectful Research Charter & its principles, including how to influence research priorities based on community needs.

🔗 Register here: https://t.co/62yGYU1tOk

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

📣 The North West has one of the UK’s highest rates of liver disease, but not many people know about it.

Liver Talks shares Jade, Kevin & Rucksana’s stories of not knowing they were at risk, what they wish they’d known, and what advice they needed.

👇 https://t.co/IWFuM7k7dS

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

“We want you to have your say, we want you to be involved in help to address health inequalities and shape the way that we do research”

Find about having your say in health research with Fozia, @ManchesterCRF and @ManchesterBRC EDI Lead.

https://t.co/KdQaHfIrYK @waiyincws

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

How can we create an environment that supports diverse communities to get involved in research?

Join these free webinars to find how you can build equitable partnerships with community organisations!

🔗 Find more here: https://t.co/VQgZehdANc

#InclusiveResearch

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Congratulations to Professor Fiona Thistlethwaite on her appointment to Co-Director of the NIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility (CRF)!

We’re looking forward to continuing our work with the CRF and ensuring that people's voices shape translational research.

Read more👇

[NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Manchester @ManchesterCRF]

We are delighted to announce Professor Fiona Thistlethwaite has been appointed as our new Co-Director.

Prof Thistlethwaite is a Medical Oncology Consultant @TheChristieNHS and Honorary Professor at The University of Manchester.

Read more 👇
https://t.co/fVmvtf2xNc

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

📣 It’s crucial that people are involved in shaping #HealthResearch.

Grace collaborates at strategic level with the @ManchesterCRF as part of its Executive Committee.

Read more about her experience here: https://t.co/HVdEWPkJgn

[Vocal @letsgetvocal]

Find out about the Greater Manchester Respectful Research Charter & how its principles can help you advocate for your organisation's best interests & secure fairer partnerships from the start.

Join the webinar:

🗓️ 02/12/25, 1pm - 2pm
🔗 Register: https://t.co/BLUYvwScrq